Yesterday, was a lazy one. My husband stayed in bed with a sore throat and we had a gentle rain all day, so all boating plans were canceled. I considered it a free day to do what ever I wanted, by myself. A bonus studio day! But actually, I puttered about and did almost nothing. Which was kind of nice.
I did start this little collage.
And I put together this mini art journal. I listed it in my Boutique this morning for $12.50 if you are interested.
That's about it, for 8 hours in the studio! I frittered away time blog surfing, and just poking around, organizing some supplies and watching a few episodes of the Tudors that I had recorded. I'm going to miss that series, I've always been attracted to that time period. Showtime did a good job with Henry, next they are tackling the Borgias. I can't wait for that one!
I used to loved historical romances. When I was in my teens, I read the ones written under the name Victoria Holt and just about adored those. Later on, when I found out that she had written about all the kings and queens of Europe under the name Jean Plaidy, I quickly devoured those. And there were a LOT of them. Here is the list.
And here are the Victoria Holt titles. Just looking over that list brings back so many memories of the time of my life when I was hooked on all of her writing.
There is another long list of books under the name Phillipa Carr. Which for some reason I never read many of. I think that once I out grew the Holt novels and discovered the more historical Plaidy novels, I didn't care to go back to read light romances any more.
Its been ages since I've read any of those, but I have enjoyed the Tudor/Bolyn series by Phillipa Gregory. I hear she has started on the Plantagenets now, and look forward to reading those.
Seems like I don't bother to read as much as I did when I was young. I had a 2-3 book a week habit back then. Now, I rarely find something that pulls me in and makes me finish it as fast as I can. It could be that its just too tempting to flip from blog to blog and spend my free time reading those.
But for the trip to California next week, I've been stock piling some good reads for the plane and the beach. The Worst Hard Time (for bookclub), and the new Jennifer Weiner to start with.
When I'm home, I just seem to be too distracted to read a lot. I always have one open, but it sometimes takes me a week or two to finish it. I do love TV… that cuts into book time.
And yesterday, puttering around the studio took up most of the day. I had some packages to wrap up, and was having way too much fun filling boxes that I was sending out. This one is for a friend. I was sending her a little something and ended up adding more and more since I was using a flat rate box, I thought it should be full!
This little person is another reason why I don't get lost in books like I did in the past. I read more "Hop on Pop", the "Grumpy Fairy" or "Miss Mary Mack" than I do anything else.
On the 4th, we got to visit one of Twinkle's puppies. Remember the parti colored guy? He is HUGE! He is almost double the weight of Agnes Rosebud, and he was the runt of the litter.
We had Sugarwings for most of the day on the 4th. She and I baked cupcakes for America's birthday and had a parade with sparklers while belting out patriotic songs I couldn't remember the words to. Then, we went downtown to a party in the park with live music, games, and food.
But we didn't stay for dinner, my handsome husband (that is him behind the fairy grand baby. Cute, huh?) took me out to a restaurant and a movie while Sugarwings stayed at the park with her mommy.
It was a pretty good holiday weekend, over all. I hope yours was too?
It was nice that you had a fritter day..everyone needs one every once in awhile. I spent the day priming the ceiling of the new room…I hate painting ceilings, it really bothers my neck.
When I was in high school I was really into Mary Queen of Scotts and read everything I coud get my hands on. That period of history is so interesting and lavish with all it’s pagentry. I bet they were hot though in all those petticoats and long dresses! LOL
I know what you mean about not reading, I have one book that I pick up when ever I travel and I haven’t finished it yet. I like a lot of books written by Rosamond Pilcher, most of hers are modern day but usually set in England or Scottland. She is probably most famous for the book The Shellseekers.
Hope you have a great trip to California next week. Enjoy your time at the beach at least you won’t run into the oil in the Pacific! Maybe they need a big Sham-wow to clean it all up!
Happy Landings!!
Sandy
While I enjoy reading adult fiction and non-fiction, the kid’s books are great fun. I am sure that you and Sugarwings have so much fun together reading and re-reading her favorites! My that party colored pup is cute!! Have a great vacation!!
Love,
Susan and Bentley
xxoo
Hi Karla! What a cutie pie. And Sugarwings and puppies are pretty cute too! 😉 Sounds like your weekend was great and low key. Love the idea of a mini parade! And as for reading, I used to be an avid reader as well. Just too much else to explore now, plus the eyes aren’t as strong as they used to be! Have a great week! ~ Angela
I read the Worst Hard Time- kind of depressing but interesting too. Reading things like that reminds me that when ever we think the times we live in are so tough- every generation has had its own share of hardship. (That wasn’t suppose to sound depressing, it was suppose to be encouraging, but I don’t know if I quite came across that way)
Hi Karla.. Ha lost in a dream! I can spend the whole day doing.. who knows what, sometimes it amazes me, just how little I can get done:-) I am with sugar wings on the post below… I love to dress up, but can’t keep clean, dogs, the garden something calls my name:-)
Bella
Sure is nice to have some down time! The “party boy” is soooo cute!
Oh Mr. Runt of the litter is soooo big!! And so adorable in your grandbaby’s arms!!
HEY, your coming to California? I’ll get your room ready!
Hi Karla,
Oh the Parti pup is so adorable and I love the pic of
him with Sugarwings. He has grown!!!! I’m glad your
4th was a good one. Stay cool in this heat. Horrible
here in NY.
Hugs,
Janis
I love the pics of sugarwings and Rosebud.
I used to read tons of historical romances in my 30’s and then lost interest as they all started to sound the same.
~elaine~
It always good to have a day of frittering every once in awhile. I think that we all need them.
The parti colored puppy sure is adorable!!
~Cindy~
lordy, you make me blush. I pretty much ignore our history, and there you are, loving it all! :O)
I absolutely adore days like that. Rain outside, pottering about doing nothing in particular inside. Utter bliss. I love your collage, it turned out really nicely.
Enjoy the middle of the week :O) xx
I love historical fiction, too! The authors you listed brought back so many memories… I read so many books by all of them!
Sugarwings and Rosebud – they are made for each other when it comes to photographs. No matter what angle you use, how close or far back, they simply draw you in and make you smile. She is going to be one beautiful lady when she grows up.
I am an avid reader. The authors you mention brings back so many memories. Remember Dorothy Eden? I loved her books too. Since I am not a TV person, I read at least four books a week and maybe more depending on the size of the book. Most of my reading is done in the evening while DH watches TV. One of my favorite books is Shellseekers! When I find an author I really like, I have a tendency to read right down his/hers list of books. I wished I had kept track of the number of books I have read – I think I would be amazed myself. LOL
Hugs,
Connie
Aren’t do nothing days wonderful? Although I see you manage to do stuff even on those days! LOL Love that Agnes Rose doesn’t realize that she’s the toy…she just wants to be part of the fun! My Rudy is like that..I snapped pictures, the other day, of my granddaughter playing pattycakes w/ him!
Clovis is beautiful!!!!! How fun that you have a willing cohort in your dress up games!
I will continue to keep your new grandbaby in my prayers Karla….what a scary time for your family.
Hey Karla! SugarWings is getting so big! The last few posts, you can really see the “babygirl” leaving her face…still as beautiful as ever, of course! And while she always had a “thoughtful” face at times, that is the expression I enjoy seeing now the most. Thanks for the photos of PartiPup, you know he was my favorite! I love how his fur looks so curly. Also wanted to mention how much I like seeing photos of SugarWings and AggieRose…I think she is her pup!
I always have to laugh (because it isn’t fun to cry) when I read your blog and you talk about your daily activities and then “admit” you took it easy… My goodness, baby, what would you accomplish on a BUSY day? I think I would be spinning. You do bunches. I loved the picture of Sugarwings and the puppy AND the one with her lemoncicle… Your camera has the “eyes of love” I have read about it old sappy romance novels… only in a good way!!!! A painter or photographer could give away a secret admiration with those poses that can only come from one schooled in loving glances at the person being captured… But it’s no secret about you and Sugarwings! You two are blessed with it!!!! Hugs and happy meandering…
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