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A blog originating from Cape Ann MA about life, creativity and the spirit by sharing art,photography and haiku.Her assistant is her Mal-Shi. Enjoy.

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  • REFLECTION ~ CRITTERS

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    Dove warming itself in the sun in between snow storms on
    Cape Ann MA

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    ‘My favorite Critter ~ Ziggy

    We are sharing our link with: SATURDAY CRITTERS

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    Ziggy ~ my assistant
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    PRAYERS FOR ALL 
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    Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days.

    carol and ziggy 

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    6 responses to “Saturday Critters ~”

    1. onespoiledcat Avatar

      I always feel bad for the critters that are out in any weather (by choice or otherwise). We’ve had a huge surge in visitors to our feeders and I’ve resorted to dumping out a big pile of seed near the basement door (since I can’t walk over the ice to reach the feeder). Hopefully we’re at least helping some who need a bite to eat! It’s the other critters – stray cats and dogs and humans as well who do not have ANY shelter that I worry most about.

      Hugs, Pam

    2. Eileen Wise Avatar

      Hello Carol,
      I do love feeding the birds, those grackles and starlings can be piggies. Cute photo of the Dove and I always love seeing your sweet Ziggy! Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great weekend.

    3. The Brian's Home Gang Avatar

      Such a pretty little dove! Hi sweet ZIggy!

    4. tomthebackroadstraveller Avatar

      …I love the sound that the dove makes!

    5. Cecilia Upchurch Avatar
      Cecilia Upchurch

      Morning Carol and Ziggy
      Sending warm hugs to you both and to the Dove.
      18 here feels like 6
      BURRRRRRRRRR47 days til spring
      Cecilia
      http://downhomeinnc.blogspot.com

    6. carol mck Avatar

      I have trouble commenting on your blog but thanks for commenting here ~ so love them ~ hugs,

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  • REFLECTION ~ CREATIVE LIVING ~

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    Oil pastel portrait ~ red heads in family ~

    on Cape Ann MA
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    Yet another storm predicted for
    Cape Ann MA



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    My Assistant ~ Ziggy
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    Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days.

    carol and ziggy 

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  • REFLECTION ~ SKY ~

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    Looking pretty from the window but not lovely outside ~ cold and frigid.



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    Ziggy ~ my assistant

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    Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days.

    carol and ziggy 

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    11 responses to “Sky Watch Friday”

    1. Carol Avatar

      It is a beautiful view, but way too cold for me. The cold front came down to central Florida and I’m freezing!

    2. The Florida Furkids Avatar

      BRRRR…we can almost feel the cold.

    3. yogiabb Avatar
      yogiabb

      Stay warm inside.
      We got our snow a day or two ahead of you and the sun has come out and melted all the snow in the street.
      https://yogisden.us/?p=15859

    4. C.A. Peterson Avatar

      Hmm, I beg to differ! I think that would be a lovely walk outside on the hill!
      As a Canadian friend told me, “There’s no such thing as ‘too cold;’ only inadequate clothing!”😂
      ❤️&🙏, c.a.

    5. mvmaithai Avatar

      Friends said they had 2 feet of snow in Cambridge! Hope all is well at your end!

    6. The Brian's Home Gang Avatar

      Two very beautiful skies!

    7. messymimi's meanderings Avatar

      The only place to watch such a scene is from the fireplace through the window.

    8. tomthebackroadstraveller Avatar

      …cold and frigid, but beautiful.

    9. 15andmeowing Avatar
      15andmeowing

      Snow is pretty, but a pain too. :) XO

    10. onespoiledcat Avatar

      Snow wasn’t as much of a problem as the thick layer of ice on top – we had to wait three days to find someone who could help us remove all of that…..now we can get down our driveway and go to the grocery store – finally! Thankful for the kindness shown us…..hopeful for no more ice storms! Stay cozy.

      Hugs, Pam (and Teddy)

    11. williamkendall1 Avatar

      Here it is very cold.

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  • REFLECTION ~ Gratitude

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    Hmm! Smell something in the snow. ~ Snow drifted to back of deck so it doesn’t look like much snow but there is lots on Cape Ann MA.

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    More snow than showing because of the ‘drifts.’
    ~ We actually got 27 inches on Cape Ann MA reportedly ~

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    Ziggy ~ my assistant

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    PRAYERS FOR ALL
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    Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days.

    carol and ziggy

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    11 responses to “THANKFUL THURSDAYS”

    1. The Brian's Home Gang Avatar

      Those are really good thankfuls and that’s a lot of snow sweet Ziggy. Thanks for joining Angel Brian’s Thankful Thursday Blog Hop!

    2. tomthebackroadstraveller Avatar

      …Ziggy, remember to NOT eat the yellow snow!

    3. angelswhisper2011 Avatar

      Great Thankfuls and holey moley, you’re a brave doggie to get in that snow, Ziggy. Great quote too. Now, go inside to warm up your paws. Here come some Double Warm Pawkisses for you and your mommy too🐾😽💞

    4. Gillena Cox Avatar
      Gillena Cox

      Luv that Gibran quote
      I had a phase of reading his book
      My Thursday Post
      HERE

      🎇much love

    5. My GBGV Life Avatar

      We would love a good snowstorm like that. Glad Ziggy had his deck shoveled so he can go our and be in some snow but not too much. Mom loves shoveling, it is a good way to be out in the snow and get some exercise as an adult. She only uses the snowblower if it is the super heavy wet stuff.

    6. williamkendall1 Avatar

      He wants to explore.

    7. The Gang at LLB Avatar

      Wow…that is a whole lot of snow! We are glad you are safe and warm!

    8. Cecilia Upchurch Avatar
      Cecilia Upchurch

      Ziggy OMDs you have a winter wonderland on your deck….I’m thankful mom is feeling better
      Hugs cecilia
      http://downhomeinnc.blogspot.com

    9. Nicole/DVArtist Avatar

      There are so many thing to be thankful for. Wow, Ziggy looks like he is having a time in all of that snow. Stay warm and have a good day today.

    10. C.A. Peterson Avatar

      Niiice! 27 INCHES!🤠

    11. 15andmeowing Avatar
      15andmeowing

      Wonderful thankfuls and cute photos of Ziggy. XO

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    Snow is for kids ~ recent snow storm on Cape Ann MA

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    Ziggy ~ my assistant
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    Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days.

    carol and ziggy 

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    Cape Ann MA ~ Harbor
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    Watching the snow come down on Cape Ann MA

    REFLECTION ~HAPPY IS: ~ on Cape Ann MA ~

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    Being happy and modest ~ Cozy warm on Cape Ann MA

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    Ziggy ~ My Assistant

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    Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days.

    carol and ziggy

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    Waxed amaryllis blooming even more ~ ^_^

    REFLECTION ~ Awww

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    Ziggy ~ my assistant

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    Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days.

    carol and ziggy

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  • REFLECTION ~ CRITTERS

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    Coming attractions on Cape Ann MA

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    ‘My favorite Critter ~ Ziggy

    We are sharing our link with: SATURDAY CRITTERS

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    Ziggy ~ my assistant
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    PRAYERS FOR ALL 
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    Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days.

    carol and ziggy 

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    18 responses to “Saturday Critters ~”

    1. onespoiledcat Avatar

      Lots of bird and squirrel activity preparing for the snowstorm…..we hope all the critters will be OK…..

      Hugs, Pam and Teddy

    2. Sharon Wagner Books Avatar

      Greetings from Costa Rica! Ziggy looks like a cute and loving pal. Have a great day today.

    3. The Brian's Home Gang Avatar

      That little sweetie looks cold. You look sweet and toasty warm sweet Ziggy!

    4. Villroses hage Avatar

      A sweety in the snow!
      /Irene, Villroses hage

    5. Cecilia Upchurch Avatar
      Cecilia Upchurch

      Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr very thankful wildlife all have built in tolerance to horrid cold
      Hugs to you and Ziggy
      Cecilia
      http://downhomeinnc.blogspot.com

    6. tomthebackroadstraveller Avatar

      …birds are one of the bright spots of winter.

    7. Eastside Cats Blog Avatar

      Have been watching the squirrels jump around, when the sun is bright and the snow glistens.

    8. Eileen Wise Avatar

      Hello, Carol
      Great capture of the Blue Jay! We may have more snow overnight and into tomorrow.
      Cute photos of Ziggy! Stay warm and safe! Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great weekend. PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.

    9. yogiabb Avatar
      yogiabb

      You are such a friend to wildlife, year round. They appreciate it double in the winter I would think.
      Stay warm and safe!!

      https://yogisden.us/?p=15853

    10. angelswhisper2011 Avatar

      Oh, that sweet little birdie. Is that a (coal)tit, we have of lot of them in the garden and it looks like them and they’re so little and cute💗Stay safe Carol and sweet doggie Ziggy🙏🏼Double Pawkisses for a Happy Weekend🐾😽💞

    11. Nicole/DVArtist Avatar

      Ohhhh it’s cold everywhere. I don’t like it. LOL Stay warm over there.

    12. peppylady (Dora) Avatar

      Lovely winter picture.

    13. 15andmeowing Avatar
      15andmeowing

      Nice shot. Hope the storm is not too bad. XO

    14. messymimi's meanderings Avatar

      I can only imagine how hard it is for them. May we all stay safe in the cold.

    15. Shiju Sugunan Avatar

      This feels straight out of a postcard. Gorgeous shot.

    16. williamkendall1 Avatar

      The birds can use the help.

    17. lowcarbdiabetic Avatar

      I always enjoy seeing your photographs.
      I hope you’ve had an enjoyable weekend and have stayed safe and warm.

      All the best Jan

      https://thelowcarbdiabetic.blogspot.com

    18. The Oceanside Animals Avatar

      Charlee: “BIRD!!!”

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  • REFLECTION ~ CREATIVE LIVING ~

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    Thinking about warmer weather coming soon on
    Cape Ann MA
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    Haiku/haiga from Cape Ann MA



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    My Assistant ~ Ziggy
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    Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days.

    carol and ziggy 

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  • REFLECTION ~ SKY ~

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    Winter sky on Cape Ann MA



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    Ziggy ~ my assistant

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    Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days.

    carol and ziggy 

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    13 responses to “Sky Watch Friday”

    1. Penelope Notes Avatar

      So many great quotes come from Einstein but this one you cited is one of the best: “Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world.”

    2. Carol Avatar

      That first photo has such impressive clouds

    3. tomthebackroadstraveller Avatar

      …I like the hole in the clouds.

    4. The Brian's Home Gang Avatar

      That’s such an interesting sky with the clouds!

    5. yogiabb Avatar
      yogiabb

      Stay warm. We are supposed to have very cold weather and maybe a lot of snow. (Any snow is a lot of snow here in Oklahoma.)

      https://yogisden.us/?p=15849

    6. Nicole/DVArtist Avatar

      40° is still cold, anyway to me. LOL Lovely photo. Have a very nice evening.

    7. williamkendall1 Avatar

      Blue skies are rare these days.

    8. messymimi's meanderings Avatar

      We have gray skies and will have plenty of cold rain this weekend. I do like the cloud circle you captured.

    9. Eastside Cats Blog Avatar

      Gosh, do you get to see the northern lights ever?

    10. jimbarlas Avatar
      jimbarlas

      Like it.

    11. angelswhisper2011 Avatar

      We love the picture and the saying of Einstein. He was such a wise man🌞Double Pawkisses for a Happy Weekend to you and sweet doggie Ziggy too🐾😽💞

    12. alanamautone Avatar

      Albert Einstein was wise in ways other than physics. I like winter skies with blue in them. For us, we may go below zero tonight. Snow forecasts of possibly a foot. Back to the grey skies. Alana ramblinwitham.blogspot.com

    13. The Oceanside Animals Avatar

      Charlee: “We hope you made out okay with the big storm! Lots of our friends lost power and got buried in snow!”

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