What a day...yesterday

We are so fortunate to have warm temps and sunshine while we are trying to remain safe at home. Alan's mall is closed as are the others but as Security Director, he and his staff still report to work on cut back shifts. Lisa is still on full staff at the market and dealing with nice people as well as the crazies. They have installed the plexi-glass partitions at her store already. Meantime, around here we keep it as normal as we can. Normal?! This place is anything but normal! At times it is a 4 ring circus.
Yesterday morning I opened my slider to let Murphy out into the garden while I was making my bed. He did not make it through the lanai when I heard his cries yelps for help. I dash out and question why he let his toy into the corner behind the chair. As I pull him aside....."Lisa Lisa" I yelped called out. to which I called again "I need you". Out she runs thgrogh the kitchen to the slider where I toss Murphy into her arms. I explained

A baby...I do mean baby of about 4 inches long (and no tail yet) was in the lanai. Murphy got put into my bedroom and all doors including the slider shut.

How to catch this baby? Lisa got a box from recycle and I got the broom and we carefully got him into the box. He was so scared. His tiny ears trembled and Lisa was cooing to him. Then the question flowed out of her mouth..."can we keep him, I want to keep him, what can we feed him"! NO NO we are not keeping him! So, finally after she had her chat with him we let him go into the large cactus are where I know many bunnies live. Excitement over back to home business. Amazon delivered my paraffin was for my hand bath. Good I though I will get it cleaned and refilled. Once the top layer of was melted I peeled it off and found a box in the recycle bin. What, are you saying oh no... yep, just as I finished pouring the almost hot wax into it there was a puddle under the box all over the top of the dryer. "Lisa, Lisa" once again I called she came running and together we managed to get the dripping box...dripping on her bare toes....into a trash container.  As soon as it firmed up I then began to scrap the wax into the trash bin. Lisa was thankful to now go to work! So there you have a normal day at the abode. Murphy continued to check around the lanai for the lost bunny and I settled to a cat nap.
Today will hopefully be a quiet day. I have an idea for the bathroom window bottom half. I love my dangling flowers  at the top. Time for coffee....Glad to share my yesterday with you. Thank you for your kind words and for your friendship.

Pizzelles and the bunny is back

Yesterday was a good day. Went to the Hyundai dealership to have the new seat release installed and was told that it needs just a gentle pull. I assured them that that is what I do. Of course you get the "look".

Finally made my Pizzelles; the aroma filled the abode! and they taste delicious too. Sent some across the courtyard to Robyn and Dave. Sharing is a good thing. Did not do any stitching yesterday.... I was frustrated to think that I had to take out so many Xs the day before. Today I will put them all back. and add more just because.
A quick check of the garden this morning...the pond garden area was very wet... not sure why. It could have been a few Doves or the Grackle came by for a bath and splashed. I am not going to do anything about it today. No. My hand is less stiff and my back is better and my eyes less blury, so I will not do any manual labor. This will be a stitch kind of day.

Also I have a new magazine (not a craft one either!) and will make time to read an article or two. I began reading at the dealership yesterday and a customer asked  to have it when I was finished. I replied that it was my personal magazine and somehow I do not think he believed me. when the gal called my name she asked how my magazine was. The customer looked sheepishly at me and nodded. I enjoy tales of the West and have several books on the subject.  I wish the temps were better. I love to sit outside when reading.... going to be around 108 today, so indoors is the reading place.

This little guy is back. He tore off a long piece of my plant took a few bites then decided to wash his face and off he went! The least he can do is finish the meal.He is too cute to get really angry with. I just want to whisper in those big ears and pinch his bright white tail!
I had a comment about the scissors in my last stitch photo...they are from Singer and I got them from Jo Ann's. Love my scissors.
Oh, there is a new blogger from Italy.....Marula, stop by and say hello. She has the translate button so it is easy to read and she is offering a cute Lady bug pattern...free.
Okay...off I go. Glad you had time to chat today. Thank you for your kind and caring words and for you friendship.

Welcome to the buffet!

The day of being busy and oh my aching back. I did not get a few things I thought would be done....the garden for one thing. The landscaper was suppose to stop by to do a few things for me but he did not show up. In the meantime, the bunny is here scooting around having a buffet dinner. First he is nibbling at one plant then off to another. He manages to be just out of picture range. I see the plant jiggling so I know where he is munching!
My doctor just phoned to tell me the results of the MRI...not a surprise to him. Nice for him to take the time to call after hours. He will be doing a nerve block next week. Tomorrow I will call to set it up. I should be able to be more normal then. I did replant a few things today. Of course getting up from the ground was not a pretty sight so I was sure to do this task before my neighbors were up and able to look out the windows. Hopefully next week I will get more accomplished before the heat begins.The forecast is for the 90s all week with the first triple digit day by the end of week. May even get some rain drops ….very cloudy tonight.

There are several cacti around the property...this flower caught my eye this morning.....vibrant orange and yellow with several more getting ready to open.
Well my friends time for a cup of tea and Pepperidge Farm snack. Glad to chat with you. Thank you for your kind words and encouragement. Thank you for your friendship. 

Oh Bunny!

A lovely day yesterday. First there was the invite to join Robyn and Dave across the courtyard for breakfast.... cinnamon rolls and coffee. I also had an invite for a luncheon with Glenda and Don and you know that I accepted. We enjoyed our ham and potato salad outside on the patio. The breeze was lovely. Glenda sent me home with  helping of ham for a couple of meals. Yum!   Good friends all day!
But first....as I was leaving my house to take the long walk

this was hanging on my front door..... so there really is an Easter bunny out there. I am sure it travelled from across the courtyard! but no one is admitting anything.

I thought she was cute while in the bag...but she is adorable....and made of string… some kind of string….

Excuse her backside but I wanted you to see.... and she is so soft. She is wearing a knitted vest and carrying violets. Too darn cute!

Currently growing on my kitchen counter is Basil, green onions and white onion and romaine lettuce. They will be soon planted out in the garden...definitely in a tall planter so the visiting bunny will not get to eat them before me. Yes he is still in and out leaving me deposits to clean. Before they can go out there I need to decide if the planter is going to be moved.... that will be Tuesday when the landscaper comes to remove a plant for me from the garden. (It is a Yucca that I am constantly getting cut on.) You did not think I was going to try to move a 36 inch high ceramic planter full of soil did you? Ok, I did think about it.... for a quick moment.
On Saturday evening at 5:30 I went for my MRI and should have results by Tuesday. Finally, maybe, hopefully, then I can start or get treatment for my aching back.

Thank you for the kind words about my latest beading project. Now that I have been looking at it I like the colors.... this is my beading cabinet which I am outgrowing! The top shelf is containers 3 deep. So I do have beads but never the combination that I want.  Or the amount or size...you know how it is for those of us who craft.... no matter what materials we use.
The weather has been in the high 90s and will continue. For now the AC is not on but soon, very soon; unless there is a nice cross breeze in the house.
Well, I hope all of you had a lovely day. I am getting ready to just relax and get the Tylenol. Thank you for your kind words and for your friendship.

Even a dried tulip is pretty

The sun is bright and the temp moving toward the 70 mark then into the 80s today. There is a breeze right now which is bordering windy. As soon as I opened the back gate door and returned to the kitchen I looked out to see the bunny running so fast into the garden through the wrought iron gate opening and right into the Fountain grass. Then last evening as the light just faded, I stood in front of the kitchen slider and there he was... looking at me through the glass. Of course once he saw me off he ran to the grass again. Just opened the gate door and no sign of him...  yet.

I love having fresh flowers in the house. Denny always brought some home to me through the years just because. When it comes time to discard them, I think they still have beauty so I let them stay just a day or so. The tulips had such lovely twists to them....
Sat for a short time yesterday with the embroidery, until my back said it was time to move about. Still not much better today. Is it Monday yet? The hand seems to be finally getting to that loose point and hopefully my fine movements will also improve. The incisions are almost invisible and less tender. ( I tell you this because some of you have asked). Dear Dianna stopped by yesterday morning with some printed exercises for me to try for my back. She actually made me get down on the floor and do a few!
I have hopes of getting into the garden later... most likely it is not going to happen but nice to think I am. I filled the center area with the mulch and put the paver in place...took forever. After a text with Bobby, we decided that I should add landscape cloth before the soil which means I need to lift the paver out then put it back ... not sure if the body will cooperate. Is it Monday yet? All this so I can plant before the temps heat up. April is the time to set it in motion.
The embroidery may get finished today. Just shoes and flowers left and touch up here and there. Still no sure why I chose pinks for her... probably will make another in different colors. Anyway, she is fun to do. Might even get to do some beading again soon.

Could not decide what to have last evening so I tossed shrimp with my salad  and made some croutons to add. I could eat shrimp every day. Guess I should think about tonight's meal and the swishing in the laundry area has stopped so off I go. Glad to chat with you today. Thank you for your kind words and encouragement. Thank you for your friendship.

Lemons

A lovely day yesterday to relax and enjoy the 80+ temps. Actually I could do very little as Tuesday found me with a backache. By yesterday it had gotten worse and is no better today at all. Guess it is time to see the doctor. Just as my hand is feeling pretty good, now this. Oh I know that some have it worse than me, but it is me that concerns me today. Plans that I thought would be today are definitely on hold.

Yesterday Robyn...across the courtyard... brought me these two beautiful lemons. They are just a smidge over 4 inches and not a mark on them. She picked them from her daughter's lemon tree... nothing like fresh picked lemons. I had just finished my last lemon. My iced water will certainly taste good!

Started to embroider the skirt of the girl in between the ouches... the oohs... and oh my of pain. Trying to show movement to match her pose. Soon I can show you my sewing project that I hinted at the other day. Uh, I forgot, you can not see it just yet. I am taking part in Jo's  Annual Easter Treasure Hunt on Friday April 19th and this is my picture to post on that day. She hosts a variety of blog hop fun throughout the year.
The Baby bunny is still around the garden. Yesterday I almost fell and it would not have been my fault for a change. He and I scared one another when I went into the garden. He is so lucky that I did not fall. It seems he is spending sometime in the lanai.... he leaves me a trail. He is also lucky he is so darn cute! Just as Oliver used to hide in the Fountain grasses, he is also hiding there and under the Hopsbush. So now I will watch those areas as I go about the garden.
Well my friends, I need to try to get up from this desk chair and if nothing else wash my coffee mug and toast dish. Thank you for your kind words and for your friendship.

Orange Blossoms in the air....

A nice Saturday morning so I went for a short walk. After one errand... (yesterday the indicator on the fridge to replace the filters started to blink... already time to replace)... the plans are to relax outside. The garden may be off limits. Why?

This tiny... maybe 6 inches from nose to tail... baby bunny was hanging around the garden yesterday. Of course if he is still here or returns I do not want to scare him. He found a leaf to munch here and there. It is all I can do not to try to pet him! Every so often when I looked out the kitchen window, I would loose sight of him and then all of a sudden he appeared hopping along. I am still amazed that they are off on their own when so tiny. He is so small that I can not see his tail.
The other day my neighbor JoAnn stopped by with a few chocolates for me

from Cerreta's Candy, an Arizona company. She wanted to thank me for  all that I do (HOA) for the community. The company is in Glendale and they have tours and sell right there as well as distribute around the Valley. Nice to be appreciated. The chocolate covered pecan caramel turtle is delicious. They refer to it as Arizona Camelbacks after the mountain in Scottsdale. The soft caramels are good too.

Recently having the sliders and front door open, the fragrance of these orange blossoms fill the air in and out. No, I do not have any trees but my neighbor does. At one time brides wore them in their hair or in their bouquets. It represented purity and fruitfulness. It is the state flower of Florida. Here in Arizona we pick them in February and March.
Well, time for chores.... I had hoped for the Housework Faeries would be here... and then off to Home Depot for the filters. Hope that I can  easily replace them.... the delivery people installed them when they delivered the fridge and of course I did not pay attention. Most likely The Brother Alan did but he is not here. It states to replace every 6 months and right on time it is blinking. Glad you visited with me today. Thank you for your kind words and your friendship.

Always something....

Yesterday there were clouds then rain fell. Clouds arrived and the sun was out briefly. Thunder was heard then the rains started again. This morning clouds and wind... and I do mean wind. Of course wind does mean the chimes sing nicely. So far I have not seen much sunshine or rain drops but I am not counting either out just yet. I checked on The Doves and the tail feathers are really flickering in the wind. Glad they decided on having their home in a safe area of the garden.
Although I had some issues to attend to yesterday morning by the afternoon I was sitting and started my embroidery. Not wanting to push my hand I did not sit in my comfy chair too long though. What was that? A picture of my embroidery start? That is the "Always something" part of my post. It would seem the camera and computer are not speaking to one another. Pictures currently prefer to remain hidden in the camera. So, that means a call to my buddies at the Geek Squad.

I can introduce you to the newest baby bunny...yes, I have been seeing him wandering out from the same bush as Oliver. Baby bunnies are so cute! Tiny and fluffy and seem fearless. I am always amazed that unlike puppies and kittens who stay close by the parents, bunnies automatically come out and move around by themselves. I was able to upload this picture just the other morning.
Anyway, one errand today and back to the embroidery hopefully later.  In the meantime, there is a bed waiting to be made and those House Faeries have not arrived and there are a few other chores, so off I go. Glad you visited today. Thank you for your kind words and encouragement and most of all your friendship. 

What happened to January?

Amazing how spoiled we can get. The weather has been really nice but I am chilly and it is in the 60s! I know, The Brother Alan is freezing his....well anyway he is cold back East. It won't be long before he will be here to enjoy some nice weather. Can you believe that it is almost February? Where are these days going? I know I am not alone looking for these lost days. I guess it could be thought that nicer weather will be arriving.

A few months ago Oliver the bunny moved out of my garden and out to a large bush on the sidewalk. I can see him from my bedroom window when he is out catching sun. The entrance to his new home is just to the left of him... a small opening to the interior of the bush. If you look closely you can see the dark hole. It is coyote mating season now through March so I do hope he remains vigilant and safe. I check the area daily for evidence of any coyote activity.... so far it is all good.

Since re-doing the kitchen window, my beautiful hummingbird does not hang in the window...at least not at the moment. So I found him a spot on the mantle..... looks pretty with the reflection. Today is make more nectar for the hummers living outside. I still want to hang a feeder outside my bedroom window.

Yesterday while wandering around the garage I found this! I bought 2 of them months ago and forgot this one was still in the box. The box says a computer table but that is not how I use the one I put together.... I use it as a table in my bedroom when I am beading.... perfect height and size for my chair. Now to get this one out of the box.
Already went for a short walk.... chilly air but it felt good. There is swishing in the laundry area and the Bissell is waiting for me. So off I go because once again the House Faeries are lost in space.
Glad to chat with you this morning....thank you for the kind words and for your friendship.

Seven blooms!

Did you see the bright full moon last night? As I walked into the kitchen at 12:30 am it looked like the back light was on! Then I saw the bunny running for cover as I stood in the window.

Then this morning the sun rise out the same window with no bunny in sight. Chilly start again to the day with temps reaching maybe 72 later...no complaints from me. I baked almond biscotti and almond shortbread cookies yesterday afternoon. How I got so ambitious is beyond me. I may make Pizzelles later...not sure what is going on today. Maybe another Snow Globe Snowman. Need to take it easy today...a slight fall yesterday has my back sore. Not to worry, I did not get hurt just missed the desk chair which began to roll away without me.

Surprise! The Amaryllis will give me 7...seven blooms! I have never had such a fantastic Amaryllis. My RI sidekick LuLu sent me an email telling how to store this plant and hopefully in October it will be back to bloom again. I definitely will try it.
I have a new project/experiment in the kitchen …

My green onions are growing....the one with the bright green sprout is several days old and the others are only a few days... soon they will be potted.  My herb seeds are waiting to be planted also.
The Housekeeping Fairy has not arrived so I guess I will need to do a few chores.  I enjoyed chatting with you today. Thank you for the kind words and most of all your friendship.  🎄🎅

A chilly morning....

Oh my I am chilly this morning..... but as it did yesterday it will warm up. My cup of hot coffee is just what I need.

Yesterday my Shutterfly book …."Mostly About Me" arrived...it is just as I wanted...not problems. Although they can be a lot of work, they are so nice to create. I will just share some of the pages....
That is me at 5 months old on the cover...

The first page is a short intro

                                  The back cover is just 2 dried sunflowers

My Maternal grandparents

Paternal grandparents

sis and me

The Brother Alan and me

Me and me

Me and Denny...our wedding

I did forget to include a few things that I wanted...maybe another book? If you have the opportunity to create one... you should. I nice way to document things and pictures for yourself or as a gift. This book has 20 pages and these are only a few.....I am already thinking of another as I type this!

Today will be another stash look and remove day. I managed to do a fair amount yesterday, so I can only think today will be another good day. Some items I had already passed the last time. It is a good idea to rethink and realize that they should go.  I think some of the magazines will go to the library re-sale section. With this nice weather I may even get out to the garden to do a little cleaning today...or tomorrow. What is another day right. Still have not seen the resident bunny...will think that he just moved to a different home.

Very happy that the elections are over and maybe just a few more days of listening to it all. Happy not to have 9 commercials in a row. Glad you stopped by and hope you enjoyed this peek into my book. Thank you for your kind words and for your friendship.

A room with a view

A lovely cool morning here in The Valley. The front door is open and the sliders too. It is actually a little cloudy out there. If you are wondering about my later post.... seems I do not get to blog early anymore. Any way, I was just lazy getting up...then I was checking this and that... one video was wrapping a cabochon bead. Then it was the call to the AC company. They are the nicest people for me to deal with. The thermostat was simple once she told me what to do..... it was not pull forward or twist to the side or lift up. No, on the right side all I needed to do was grip and tilt down. Voila! the batteries are changed and it is not blinking anymore. Another click off the learning list.

A few things….I have been asked about my new stitching area since I am not in the guest bedroom...which is now The Brother Alan's room.

this is in my room. It is the chair that I bought last year. When I am not stitching it is moved slightly back next to the curio facing inward. The table is a folding one which also can go away and the cart wheels out of sight as well. I have a much better view from this chair....

 My room has a large slider which opens to the lanai and then to the garden...as you can see I look out to lovely plants and can easily watch the hummer flit by and the lizard scamper about. I have not seen Oliver the bunny in some time. I really must get out there and sweep up the area.

I actually do not have to turn the chair but if I want to watch some movie while stitching then this is the way it is. 

The Santa is coming along. I should be able to finish him today. Then on to.....? I found another interesting star pattern. It is called Stained Glass Rainbow Diamonds.... it is so pretty. My hand is doing much better with the Gel but I need to remember to apply it more often and take a few breaks. 

Can you believe October is nearly gone? This weekend the rest of the USA changes the clocks back one hour.... we do not... so I become 2 hours earlier than the East Coast. Before we know it Christmas season will be here. This year I will decorate the tree and the house. Last year I was not in the spirit yet. By the way, thank you for the kind messages regarding my last post. I was not looking for sympathy, just venting my feelings.  Some days are going to always be difficult for me but I will not be saying it to anyone any time soon. I will smile on the outside and cry on the inside. To quote a part of something I just read:

"You are handed a new life that you never asked for and that you don't particularly want." I am thankful for the  good people in my life who when they ask how I am doing really do care. Those are my real friends... I thank them and you. Glad to chat with you today. Thank you for your kind words and your true friendship.

Sunrise and a ring

Somedays start good and get better.

After posting here yesterday morning I looked out my kitchen window to see a dramatic sunrise. I see them often and never tire of looking to the sky at sunrise or sunset. Then a short time later as I passed the same window....

there was Oliver enjoying his breakfast buffet of Fountain Grass along with his statue  buddy. He is so tiny... so adorable.

I went for my hairdresser appointment and came home to seeing that the mail was delivered.

Pleasant surprise that the beads from Fire Mountain arrived a day early. I may have over ordered but just did not want to run short. Since I have an appointment to have the auto starter put into the car this afternoon, I probably will not start it today....tomorrow will be just fine. The other piece of mail...

When The Brother Alan and Lisa were here we went to Scottsdale for our usual Italian meal and of course some shopping. Alan was buying this ring (Lisa on the left) and also bought a matching one (me on the right) for me. It was being sized and mailed to me. So pretty! Lucky to have such a thoughtful brother. Both of them care for me and about me....lucky am I.

So, today will be kind of boring after yesterday. So far there has been no more rain around here, but the humidity yesterday was awful. Having the starter finally is going to be a big help. Oh, and the kitchen light...finally figured how to remove the cover and the light bulb needs replacing but I could not get it out. I have not even attempted the water system yet. I think this is a weekend project! In the meantime, I will enjoy finishing my coffee and relaxing before swishing some clothes in the washer. Glad we chatted...thank you for the kind words and your friendship.

The day that disappeared.....

Today was just one of those days. I am so glad it is almost over. First let me start with the pond...yes the pond again. I have it off as I think, well almost positive there is a leak and not sure where to look or how to fix it. I guess I will hunt to find someone who does ponds. Then there was cable...or not having cable. Cox was unable to fix and I had reset it 3 times with no luck so an appointment was made for Friday afternoon. So on to the computer to watch the Senate hearings. I felt I had to watch and because I did I found something that was important to me. For the first time ever I was able to write some words in regard to the issue on paper and then speak with my doctor. Years of feelings ….the start for me to face the issue.
Then the TV service resumed so the appointment has been cancelled. Onto the next issue...I know, what next was my very loud out loud comment. Actually I shouted! The bathroom lights would not work. After I reminded myself that I knew how to solve this---  I reset the switch in the electrical box. So my friends that was my morning. All by 1PM!

Look at this lovely book on dimensional beading..... the designer/author offered it for postage on one of the beading group pages that I belong to. I could not pass it up as I am enjoying my latest beading projects. I did make an additional contribution as well as the postage. While The Brother was here I did not work on my Rose Star and today was just not the day to even think about it. Hopefully this weekend it will be completed. Tomorrow is a lunch date with Glenda.

A short time ago I posted a partial picture....here is the finished sewing project...it came out so cute. Lisa saw this (I think on Pinterest) and sent me a picture awhile back and asked me to make it...so after hunting down the pattern I was also able to find the exact same fabric as in the picture she sent and she was pleased when she saw it.

Good morning Oliver...that is the name sis Lynowl gave him. Here he is coming out of his home in the grass next to the pond. This means that I will be careful when cleaning with the rake in that area from now on. So far he nibbles on the grass but then there are no flowers to munch on...yet. Not sure how long he will reside here, but if he behaves he can stay...no additional bunnies wanted!!!!
Thank you for the nice comments on my new home additions. I have eliminated comments for this post but welcome private comments for now. 

Changes......

Well, They are back in Rhode Island and I am missing them. My last text from Lisa was that they landed and it was raining..... While they were here the temps were hot but a couple of times comfortable enough to sit out in the lanai. We had a good time as always and saying goodbye was tearful. We definitely kept busy but had relaxing time also. I bet you are saying...right you did.  Really we did.
The new fridge finally arrived on Saturday

We need a little tweaking but it is in. Now I can refill with food. We did not starve by any means as we ate out several times … Alan did cook twice!
I had mentioned to The Brother that I thought moving the desk in to the living room (plenty of room) might be nice and as he agreed the move of furniture began. You know me, it will involve more than just one item.

The curio first then the bookcase oh and then the two bookcases had to move and finally the desk was in place. Alan then moved the computer to the table behind the desk and we now have it all set, an open office space. This then opened an area in the large kitchen/dining area. When I talked to them about this furniture move I mentioned my next idea which would eventually mean a new dining set and ….before long it was ordered

And it arrived Tuesday morning not long before they left. The work island will arrive soon and will be on the opposite side of the kitchen.  Eventually a rug will be under the table area.
Did I mention that the pond is working again?

Getting right in there and giving it a good cleaning. The wildlife is happy to have it back and the resident bunny is too. The bunny is living under the grass to the right of Alan next to the pond. I have not seen the second bunny....so maybe it is just the one...hope it is just the one and not a warren starting.
Well, I did not do any beading so I will get back to finishing my Rose Star soon.  Glad you stopped by for a visit and I will be around to visit with you soon. thank you for the kind words and for your friendship....
****DebbieB....I loved the card you sent! We will return to our daily emails real soon!

Sticky Note request!

How wonderful it is having The Brother Alan and Lisa here. Once they arrived and changed into Arizona clothes...shorts and sandals …. we took care of business. Yes, we bought the new refrigerator and it is arriving Friday. Then yesterday rain ( yes we did have some rain) we got the new car....

It looks like my Elantra? Well it is an Elantra but this is a 2018 SEL and the color is Scarlet Red.... with added bells and whistles. Alan took care of everything. I signed the papers. Once again the people at Larry Miller (my third time leasing there) were exceptional. Then it was off to lunch, then The Brother and Lisa went out to do a few things. Alan did a bit of work in the garden and today we get the ceiling/wall area painted for the fridge arrival. When I woke this morning and came into the kitchen to make my coffee...

I found this message in Sticky Notes across the cupboard..... think someone wants homemade bread! I guess I can do that for them. Yesterday while they were out I happened to look out of the kitchen window and saw the bunny who is spending more time in the garden, even while we were sitting on the lanai.

I took this through the window screen so excuse the bit of blur. As I was watching him watch me I saw a fluff of white elsewhere...what? could it be?

yes!--- it was another bunny and this one was nibbling on my Purple Passion plant! Two bunnies hanging around. I hope they don't start to invite more of their warren to come to the garden. A safe haven for them from the coyotes is fine with me but I did not plan to serve a daily buffet.
Not sure what today holds, but tomorrow The Brother and Lisa will go horseback riding in the morning and to lunch at one of their favorite places. I know there will be the trip into Scottsdale before they leave but plans are open.
Off to enjoy my coffee...shhhhh, they are still asleep.
Glad to chat with you. Thank you for the kind words and for your friendship.