It's been kind of lonesome around here of late. Rick's been north, doing his annual retreat at the cottage, which culminates with his closing it up for the year. Once the temps drop and the leaves have fallen, I'd rather be home! He's home now, but it felt like a long time! This was our first Halloween where I didn't make chili while he handed out the treats. That was a bit weird! (It was also weird that we only had 15 goblins come to the door and now I have to unload 45 packets of Oreos to someone who isn't watching their sugar!) The photo is just SOME of the leftovers.
I finally got my Covid shot and had quite the reaction -- a very high fever for a couple of days. People tell me that is good -- it means my immune system is working. Now the only one left is the shingle series.
On the home front, I've been getting ready for the November art sale and making felties like a crazy woman (along with packing cards and such). I'll update the Gypsy Caravan soon.
It was a beautiful autumn day when I went on a mission to get cat food. I had to take a detour, since a bridge was under construction. That took me by this cider hut. Did I stop? Of course!
I've flipped my calendars over to November. I have three of them, no more than three feet apart from each other (this is one of them, by my friend Kate, but I like them all!). One would think I'd forget nothing. However, in October, I completely missed a good friend's birthday, my haircut and probably something else I won't know till someone calls me out on it.
An arborist came look at a tree branch that had broken precariously. I'll get that fixed in a couple of weeks (as soon as he can do it), but he also noted a couple of problems he thought a bit more serious -- like tree branches hitting the roof and right atop the internet line. There was also some early damage to my favorite ginkgo tree caused by limbs from the locust repeatedly rubbing off the bark. So, I decided to do it all. I thought his estimate was fair, given the additional work, but ouch!
Meanwhile, I'm grumbling about the time change. I can never seem to adapt my body to it, no matter how long it takes or how hard I try. I dread waking at four-thirty and not being able to get back to sleep, rather than five-thirty (and still not getting back to sleep, but at least it's closer to get-up time!) I wish it could stay daylight saving time forever! I don't need light in the morning but I sure need it at night!
Sweet dreams to you!
Sharing with: Saturday's Critters
Good morning-lovely post perhaps freeze the extra Halloween goodies and pass them along to grandkids or even share them during the upcoming holidays.
ReplyDeleteyour felt pieces are adorable Happy weekend (kathyinozarks)
...and sweet dreams to you, Jean. Sleeping has be a bit of chore for me too. Take care and be well.
ReplyDeleteAdd in some nutritious food and give it all to your local food bank? Those recipients could use a treat.
ReplyDeleteOh goodness, your covid vaccine reaction sounds rough! Phil feels terrible after Covid vaccines as well. I have never had a single symptoms besides a sore arm. I am on so many immune suppressants, though, so I think that limits my response - but hopefully not its effectiveness.
ReplyDeleteWe had fewer goblins, too. But the boys got extra candy it seems. I think people were extra generous since the conditions were not good (upper 30s and drizzling). We have TOO MUCH CANDY!! I wish it would go away but everyone else in my family seems to be a moderator.
Your cats both looks and acts something like Lacey did.
ReplyDeleteSleep is so problematic, but I had a good one -- for me -- last night. Thanks goodness; I was beginning to despair.
Another fun read Jeanie :) We had leftover candy too. Your little prism kitty would keep me amused too. Adorable, as are those cute felties. Sorry you had a reaction to your Covid shot. I like the look of that cider hut. We have to start thinking about some tree trimming too. What a great owl calendar picture! Getting used to the time change takes a while doesn’t it? I love your decorative touches in the last photo too. I hope you get a good night’s sleep and have a great weekend.
DeleteI still haven't caught up from the time change either! Good for you on scheduling the shingles shots. Shingles is a miserable disease.
ReplyDeleteThere is an Instagramer, SpiceyJack that is comforting to watch. Spicyjack is the old cat and Meowdy is the newly introduced kitten. The Not a cozy pairing at first has turned into a delight to see the older cat playing! For cat lovers, I feel, watching those videos melts the heart.
ReplyDeleteGreat post Jeanie! I am glad you had cute Lizzie to keep you company while Rick was closing the cabin. My grands love Oreos. we do not see any trick-or-treaters here, we are too rural. I love the art on the November calendar. Thank you for linking up and sharing your critter link! Take care, have a great weekend. PS, thanks so much for leaving me a comment.
ReplyDeleteAs I was reading your post, I was munching a leftover hershey bar — Halloween size — left from the holiday. Our consumption of Halloween candy started in September. So decadent. I admire you for giving it away.
ReplyDeleteA lovely post. Now days all of the kids go to our Old Town, and there are so many trunk n treat that here we don't get any kids. Ohh the cider shop how nice is that. Everybody I know hates the changing of time. It is so stupid and it really does upset our inner clocks.
ReplyDeleteBetween the "fall-back" and your Covid vaccine, no wonder you're feeling off-balance! Hope you're feeling back to normal very soon!
ReplyDeleteI'm surprised, though, by the low numbers of trick-or-treaters? Do you think it's changing demographics in your neighborhood? Or do you get the sense that more kids are going to organized trick-or-treating events?
Lizzie is, of course, adorable.
And I love the felties! Especially the sheep with the curly wool! Do you knit them, then stuff & wash them to felt them?
Here's hoping Rick is back soon bearing chicken soup & freshly baked bread and cheering conversation.... something to go with that cider you bought.
I also love how cozy and real your post feels.
ReplyDeleteYour photos are lovely and I love ❤️ your cat 🐈 dear friend. I got both my Covid and Flu vaccines on October 16th, and both my Shingles vaccines a few years ago.
ReplyDeleteSince Covid began in 2020, I have had 10 vaccines and thank God no reaction to any. All my vaccines were Moderna, ans one was Pfizer.
The little felties are adorable. I want to thank you too for the prayers and sweet words of encouragement. They mean so much! I haven't even been reading much lately and I miss all my normal things! Hugs, Diane
ReplyDeleteYou're doing well with your vaccinations Jeanie. I'd love to say the same but I'm so far behind. I'm glad Lizzie was able to keep you company while Rick was away and I know you've been keeping more than busy getting ready for the sale. All the very best with it. By the way, have I mentioned before that I love your hen, especially the beaded part.
ReplyDeleteI do wish we didn't have to have time/clock changes because getting used to the change often takes a while!
ReplyDeleteHave a peaceful weekend.
All the best Jan
Around here certain areas are now popular for Halloween and the residents go to lots of trouble and expense, with mechanical ghosts and all kinds of sound and light effects. . It's quite the experience (though from what I see the candy isn't any better than before lol). And lots of adults too - I think it is quite a family thing ! Interesting how times change.
ReplyDeleteLizzie is so adorable! Japan doesn’t have daylight savings time or Trick or Treating and I’m okay with that.
ReplyDeleteJeanie, I'm definitely eyeing that lovely quilt that sweet kitty is enjoying!
ReplyDeleteHappy weekend . . . and enjoy those Oreos!
I'm admiring those felties - amazing. I have tried my hand -- and poked my fingers -- at making them, and think I'll stick with other creative projects.
ReplyDeleteI can relate to your feelings about the time change. It's so dark at 4:30 AM, isn't it? And for that matter, so dark at 4:30 PM too (at least in my area). I love that stuffed turkey in your last photo too. You look ready for Thanksgiving. I can't believe it's already that time of year-almost. It's good Rick is back and I hope life gets a little less lonely. Happy rest of your weekend. hugs-Erika
ReplyDeleteThe felted characters are so dear- I do love the chicken best I think. That is a lot of poking! You have done well!
ReplyDeleteTree work is never cheap, as we have found out also. Sorry the Covid shot made you not feel well. Mine felt like I didn't even get the shot. Your felties are pretty cute. Lizzie's photo is so precious. I'm sure she feels her presence should suffice. Here's hoping you get back on track with your sleep, so you wake up feeling refreshed. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteI hope you're fully recovered from your shot. Your cat chasing rainbows is the best kind of company! Wishing you great success with the art sale and all those felties!
ReplyDeleteA season of small challenges and quiet comforts from rainbows and fealties to fallen leaves and missed sleep, you’ve painted such a warm, human picture of life finding its rhythm again
ReplyDeleteThey're talking about ending the time changes there and here, I think. Not sure how far along that is there, but it seems to be stalled here. Last I heard about this here was when they were deciding whether to stay on summertime or wintertime. Then came the pandemic and that was that.
ReplyDeleteLove the wee felted items. I've never felted a sculptural piece--just flat pieces and bowl shapes to embellish.
Tree surgery -- a necessary evil! You'll be glad when it's all done. Glad you got your Covid shot out of the way. I'm not even eligible for one, apparently, but Dave is because of his Crohn's disease and medications. Glad Rick is back and Lizzie can relax without having to chase rainbows. :)
ReplyDeleteLizzie is still cute! She is the Queen for sure. No goblins in our neighborhood at all. We dont pass out candy anymore. Tree cutting can be expensive. I know as had to have 4 big ones cut down in my yard. Looks like we are in for some snow today. UGH Janice
ReplyDeleteArborists are $$$ but what acrobats! And they know their stuff.I live with 100 yr old trees also..Expert physicians:)Look at all your felties! You certainly do not just sit around and wait for time to pass...Kudos! We're again involved in a Canada Post strike,this one..revolving kind of.. so as it will be my last yr mailing Christmas..I am doing it early.They are done,,They are all last yrs offerings as last yr it was a full stop strike:( Hohohohohumbug.In any time stamp..I never sleep a full night..and then the mind gets hyperactive..a lost cause.We are expecting snow later..I have the flannel sheets on..So cozy.Our shots are not this week but next..Flu and Covid.Shingles are all done.PS I love the new mayor in NYC:)
ReplyDeleteMy neighbor paid a small fortune to have her pin oak across the street trimmed in spring. Unfortunately, she was not here and her sister watched from inside the house. The tree company did NOTHING to the side of the tree which hangs in our direction and over the high voltage wires. Unfortunately, my report to the neighbor fell on deaf ears. Hoping it stays within its bounds if it falls.
ReplyDeleteOne sister had a pretty rough reaction to the Covid shot too. I don't take that one, but I did get a pneumonia shot this year, and have gotten the RSV and shingrix.
Those felties are adorable, Jeanie!
Change to standard time has messed with my rhythm too, and I don't like it!
Here's hoping we do not get the snow that's in our forecast tonight. It'll be the earliest since 2012 (the year of Sandy).
I expect that Rick has returned home now and that your level of contentment is back to normal. Home made bread, barbecue dinners, wine…. Better keep him there for a while.
ReplyDeleteInteresting about Covid vaccination being harder. I need to get it next week. The Shingles series was the one that bothered me. Take care and schedule in rest. And yes, arborist are expensive. Good luck with your sale. It was fun to peek in the felties. And I always love seeing a peek at Lizzie girl. I do miss my kitty.
ReplyDeleteThe time change always throws me for a loop for at least several weeks and I hate how dark it gets so early in the evening now... though I'm trying to focus on enjoying the pretty sunrises I've been seeing since we changed the clocks. Your felties are so adorable!
ReplyDeleteI'm always surprised when someone mentions the Covid shot. I've not had one since the first pair, and haven't heard anyone else mention them, either. I did get my flu shot a couple of weeks ago, and was surprised to have so little reaction I forgot I'd had it until I spotted the bandaid the pharmacist had slapped on!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you're getting the trees tended to. A friend just had a dead pine removed. As she said, it cost more than she was happy to pay, but it was much less expensive than roof damage! With more winter storms probably in the future, it's good you have it done. Of course, winter storms mean winter means Christmas -- fun to see you're getting ready for holiday sales. It's time! I swear that this year I'm going to get Christmas cards done by December 1. I always end up making an appeal to the twelve days of Christmas as a way of excusing my tardiness!
A little of this and that are my favorite posts, Jeanie. I LOVE that ladybug feltie! So many cute ones you have made. I hope they sell for you at the art sale coming up. What a delightful picture of Lizzie and the rainbow ornament. I would love to browse through the cider hut. The barn just looks so charming. Three calendars? Oh my, it's hard for me to keep up with one. Your tree is so lovely. I really never liked the time change either. I simply do not know why we have to change the clocks back. Nature is nature. I enjoyed reading about all the things in your life, Jeanie.
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Sounds like a cozy, if slightly lonely, Halloween! 🎃🍬 I love how you shared the little details — from Rick’s retreat to the surprisingly light trick-or-treat turnout. The leftover Oreos photo makes me smile; at least someone’s sweet tooth can be satisfied! 😄✨
ReplyDeleteI don't live in a state that does daylight savings - honestly, we live too far North (in the Southern hemisphere) for it even to be of any use. When I did live South for a few summers, I always went the wrong way!
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