Z is for Zoo

This is a post from 2012 when Sara and I took Tiger to the 

Zoo.  He was only 18 months old! I love looking

back at photos of when he was little.

It was so much fun. 

I can't wait until Spring when we can

take Tiger and Scout!

This is a very small zoo in Athens, GA

It's part of one of the many parks in Athens and free.  

So much to do in this awesome town!

He is very good about staying on the sidewalk

Two alligators sunning themselves...this one was looking at me I swear!

A pheasant....looking through glass

Mama helped him to see the pheasant better

Looking at the turkeys...none would gobble for us on this day!  

Let's Go!!  His attention span is not bad for a wee one,

 but he does like to keep on the move!

These guys were my favorite animal at the zoo

They were busy resting on this hot afternoon

Tiger liked the bears as they were pretty close and easy to see!

Time to go!  We saw several other animals but it was hard to get photos.  Lots of kids everywhere and Tiger kept joining them.  He loves other children!  

I have to share this more recent series of photos of Tiger with you.  He is such
a Joy and full of fun and laughter!

Joining Alphabe-Thur 
this is the last round of Alphabe-Thur for Jenny.  At first she was going to 
stop blogging but I think she is going to try to host another party and at least stay in touch.  Those of us who love her are so glad! 

Wishing you JOY,

Linda

Still Thrifting?? YES!!

I haven't shared a thrifty finds post in a very long time.  I am still visiting my favorite thrift stores, but not as frequently and I'm buying much much less.  One reason is that I'm downsizing my collections so buying less and also trying to only buy things I need or really love!

This sweet little transferware dish falls into the LOVE category!  Its a tiny little thing and it was only .50!!  Unmarked but maybe a nut dish? 

I'll drop rings or earrings in it on my dresser.

Also in the love category, is this shelf sitter.  This little girl's face is priceless and for .25 she had to come to my house for Christmas! 

This haul includes a few loves, some useful items and yes something for one of my collections! 

The white planter was a bargain so joined the others I recently shared with you here

Sometimes pretty things just need to be saved.  This pottery leaf was too nice to leave at the thrift shop and those cookie cutters will be great for crafting.  Under $1 for both...score.

I love the soup bowls with the little handles.  I recently bought one at Big Lots for $4 but got both of these for $1 total..score.  I love Tervis Tumblers and when I find them in good shape and cheap I buy.  The glass spoon and the ceramic shoe...ok so these might have been impulse buys but they were cheap!  

I haven't bought milk glass in ages but these pieces were too pretty and such a good bargain.  The plates (there are two of them) match my collection in the Harvest pattern.  The sweet little bowl with the green insides just called to me!  All three for $2...

I am always looking for things for the Grands.  Tiger is into Super Hero's so these 4 were $1 total.  I also always buy books and at .50 each a great bargain.  The picnic basket shape sorter was $1. 

So YES I am still thrifting! 

Sharing at 

Alphabe-Thur

Share Your Cup

and Vintage Charm

Wishing you JOY,

Linda

X Means a Kiss!

X MEANS A KISS! 

Now the Question

  Why does an "X" mark stand for a kiss?

In medieval times, most people were unable to read or write. When it came time to sign a document, people who could not write usually made an "X" mark. Of course, an "X" is not much of a signature. To add a sense of commitment, it became customary to kiss the "X" after writing it. Kissing the "X" was "performance law," a ritual act that bound the parties the way legal documents bind us today. This act, witnessed by the person who wrote the text, represented a solemn guarantee of the truthfulness of what was written, and an oath to carry out whatever obligations were stated in the document. Over the years, the "X" and the kiss became interchangeable. Today, people who can read and write might still add one or more "X" marks to their letters, maybe with a couple of "O"s thrown in for hugs.

 I love this bracelet of x's and o's given to me several years ago

This was a favorite seen at a quilt show last year! 

Joining Jenny for

Alphabe-Thur

Wishing you JOY,

Linda

W is for White

Last week I shared my collection of green pottery so today I'm sharing my white pottery collection.

I display most of the white pottery (and some ironstone :) in the TV stand.

All of the white pottery and ironstone pieces have been found at thrift stores, yard sales and flea markets.  None of them cost more then a dollar or two at the most.

They are great to store decorative items in

or bills and letters like this one used on my desk

Ironstone sugar and creamers look great with the planter collection. 

Sharing this at Alphabe-Thur

Thank you for all the get well wishes for my family.  Everyone is well and back to school and work and I never did get it!!  Yay!  

Wishing you JOY,

Linda

V is for...

I am sharing this post from 2010

V is for Verde

(aka green)

PLANTERS

I remember my Mom having planters on our coffee table with ivy in them.  The first one I found at a yard sale I fell in love with.

They have been very thrifty finds at yard sales, flea markets and occasionally at thrift stores

Most were purchased for 50 cents of less

My helper was making sure these two round planters were ready for their close up

 Mama these two look alike? 

 Just slight color variations

I had one and a good friend gave me the other

The shape of this one is interesting

Different 

But the same?

Love this shade of Verde

Chartreuse? 

This one has an interesting glaze

 Fish scale design

This planter was bought 2 years ago at the Longest Yard Sale for 50 cents ~ it is a bright green and made by Shawnee

I like the handles on this one

Very art deco

This planter is made by Maddux of California

There were many California pottery companies in the

40's - 60's

Many of my planters are unmarked or marked USA Calif

These planters have a home on my 
bakers rack in the screened porch
Hope you enjoyed V is for Verde  

Joining Jenny for Alphabe-Thur

Wishing you JOY,

Linda

U is for Umbrella

I have been stumped with something for the letter U but decided to share a couple of photos I took at the Belliago in Las Vegas and the Atrium decorated for Spring.

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Wishing you JOY,

Linda

T is for Time

Time

That precious thing we often take for granted

I mean how did it get to be October already?

This month baby girl will turn 6 months old and we will celebrate her 85th birthday with my Mom!

Time

We are so blessed but so often we don't take the time to appreciate all we have.  I am as guilty of this as the next person.  Rushing from one thing to another.

Time

Time to take a moment and reflect on where you are in your life.  Where you want to go and what you want to make sure you don't miss while getting there.  

Time

Time to take care of me and not just everyone around me.  It is something I need to remind myself to do often these days.

Time

Take time to enjoy my home.  The things I love that surround me in my home; books, pottery, photos, memories and my sweet Charlie Kitty.

Time

Time to reflect on life's challenges and also all the rewards.  Time to enjoy the life I'm living.

Time

Time to remember where I've been and 

where I still dream of going! 

Time!

Joining Jenny at Alphabe-Thur

Linda