Good morning hon!! I love this post..so up and happy! I needed that this morning..even though it is Friday..and I have the day off! Was just a nice way to start the morning! I love vintage holiday cards...so fun! The little bird..OMG that is darling..off to see her sites:) The song..well I totally agree..always loved this one..makes me think of Gene Kelly for some reason..hmmmmmm. :) Hugs to you hon, Sarah
Yes, I know that song and can hear him sing it, in my mind. I'm sure there are times when you put a smile on your face but really wish to pull a blanket over your head. I look at your posts and think about your resilience and know that this is something that you must work at. You are really something! Thinking of you....
Oh no need to apologize...you won the giveaway silly and I was happy to send it to you in a time where you needed any extra little cheer or pick me up...a blog mention wasn't necessary but it sure is appreciated...thanks so much.
I hope your days are feeling brighter...and that your being extra kind to your lovely self.
I'll be by again most definiately.
Be well Dear Snap and thanks again for the shout out.
I am old enough to remember that song and Nat King Cole's wonderful voice. I have a CD - and even an old vinyl (Yes, I'm old enough for that, too!) - with Cole singing that song and many of my other favorites. By the way, my all-time favorite Cole song and my nomination for the most perfect song ever written is Hoagy Carmichael's "Stardust." Thanks for reminding me of all that. Happy weekend!
Thanks for sharing your favorites from the list, too. Hugging my animal companion is something I try to do multiple times a day. I wish my kids were as willing. (The youngest one still loves hugs at least.)
I am old enough to remember that I liked the Petula Clark version....Great song. I love the info on oomph up your life, thanks for sharing. xox Corrine
April 9, 2011 at 6:34 PM
Today is a This and That Day.One of those spur of the moment thought days.Get ready for a long post!
But first, it's Friday and that means Postcard Friendship Friday.April means spring and Easter.Here's the first card in an Easter Rabbit Postcard Book published by Darling & Company in Seattle.
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Quite a handsome guy with his egg drum and he looks as if he's been off to war!?!All of the postcards reproduced in the book are from the first 25 yearsof the 20th century, the grand age of postcards.Unfortunately, the artist of this card is listed as unknown. Be sure to visit Beth to see the other postcards at Postcard Friendship Friday.
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On Facebook yesterday, I ran acrossOomph Up Your Life: 22 Ways to Do Itover at the Elephant Journal.
It was hard to pick a favorite.Hug Your Pet ranked near the top.Did you know there is a study that shows animal companionsrelease a love hormone when played with and cuddled -- and so does the cuddler!
Another one:Go from inanimate to animate.For all the daylight hours of a single day, treat everything that you think isinanimate, animate!
And one more (you should really go and read the list yourself!):Be Me-Kind:Everytime you look in the mirror, make a promise to be kind to yourself.
Oh, and don't forget to wear sunscreen!
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Isn't mail call wonderful!This little guy arrived in February ... just when I needed a little lift.Mandy Saile is the artist and Mandy, please forgive for being so late for thanking you on my blog.
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"This sweet and whimsical "Tiny Bird"series by Canadian artist Mandy Saile pays homage to thenatural world that provides her with so much inspiration."
Please drop by and visit Mandy (and the bunnies) at Bijous Whimsy.
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Finally, are you old enough to remember a song sung by Nat King Cole"Smile Though Your Heart is Aching"?For some reason, it was running through my brain last night.Perhaps because I did a lot of smiling and remembering yesterday.Here are the lyrics.
Smile though your heart is aching Smile even though it's breaking When there are clouds in the sky, you'll get by If you smile through your fear and sorrow Smile and maybe tomorrow You'll see the sun come shining through for you Light up your face with gladness Hide every trace of sadness Although a tear may be ever so near That's the time you must keep on trying Smile, what's the use of crying? You'll find that life is still worthwhile If you just smile
That's the time you must keep on trying Smile, what's the use of crying? You'll find that life is still worthwhile If you just smile
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Wishing you Well and Joy filled weekend!
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Close this window Jump to comment formGood morning hon!! I love this post..so up and happy! I needed that this morning..even though it is Friday..and I have the day off! Was just a nice way to start the morning!
I love vintage holiday cards...so fun!
The little bird..OMG that is darling..off to see her sites:)
The song..well I totally agree..always loved this one..makes me think of Gene Kelly for some reason..hmmmmmm. :)
Hugs to you hon, Sarah
April 8, 2011 at 8:44 AM
Love the wee bird -- it's beautiful!
April 8, 2011 at 8:44 AM
I love all the "this and that" -- it's like having a chat over a steaming cup of tea and catching up on all the news!
Hugging pets -- yes, this one I have known for a long time -- that we all (including the pets!) benefit from that cuddling.
And I am taking to heart your request that when we look in a mirror we smile at ourselves...it surely does make a huge difference.
Enjoy your weekend beautiful lady!! ♥
April 8, 2011 at 9:03 AM
Yes, I know that song and can hear him sing it, in my mind. I'm sure there are times when you put a smile on your face but really wish to pull a blanket over your head. I look at your posts and think about your resilience and know that this is something that you must work at. You are really something!
Thinking of you....
April 8, 2011 at 9:42 AM
Hi Dear Snap,
Oh no need to apologize...you won the giveaway silly and I was happy to send it to you in a time where you needed any extra little cheer or pick me up...a blog mention wasn't necessary but it sure is appreciated...thanks so much.
I hope your days are feeling brighter...and that your being extra kind to your lovely self.
I'll be by again most definiately.
Be well Dear Snap and thanks again for the shout out.
XO Mandy and the Bunnies.
April 8, 2011 at 9:48 AM
I am old enough to remember that song and Nat King Cole's wonderful voice. I have a CD - and even an old vinyl (Yes, I'm old enough for that, too!) - with Cole singing that song and many of my other favorites. By the way, my all-time favorite Cole song and my nomination for the most perfect song ever written is Hoagy Carmichael's "Stardust." Thanks for reminding me of all that. Happy weekend!
April 8, 2011 at 10:54 AM
Snap,
I love a this and that post. It sort of puts everything together. I remember that song well and have sung it myself.
Have a wonderful weekend and thanks for stopping by.
Carol
April 8, 2011 at 11:13 AM
I love the drum that's also an egg. Very clever!
April 8, 2011 at 1:22 PM
fascinating post...i love that first card with the drum looking like the egg yolk - very clever image! happy PFF!
April 8, 2011 at 1:25 PM
Hi Snap, Gorgeous postcard of the bunny playing his egg drum.... I love it.
Love the little birdie picture also... Cute!!!!
Love that song... It's always been one of my fav's.
Hugs,
Betsy
April 8, 2011 at 1:37 PM
Hi Snap, I like to picture you smiling (while cuddling Ms Cassie).
April 8, 2011 at 1:41 PM
I never got any easter related postcard yet,hopefully soon!!!
Happy Postcard Friendship Friday
April 8, 2011 at 2:32 PM
I love the rabbit Easter card, even if I can't help wondering about how long the egg must have been cooked. :)
April 8, 2011 at 3:24 PM
I came to visit your postcard, but stayed for the whole post. I enjoyed the song. Thanks.
April 8, 2011 at 6:52 PM
Smile-inducing blogpost...:)
April 8, 2011 at 9:12 PM
Wonderful gem of a little card at the bottom!
April 8, 2011 at 9:26 PM
Happy PFF, and I like the rabbit card too. Glad I stayed for the this and that. Let's both smile in the mirror at ourselves.
tkae care, viridian
April 8, 2011 at 9:28 PM
Love the drummer rabbit! Cute that he is beating an egg. Happy PFF.
April 9, 2011 at 6:55 AM
What a wonderful post! Don't you just love the bunny playing the half-egg-with-yolk drum thingie? Fun!
Have a nice weekend.
Postcards Crossing
April 9, 2011 at 8:56 AM
I love that song, Snap!
Thanks for sharing your favorites from the list, too. Hugging my animal companion is something I try to do multiple times a day. I wish my kids were as willing. (The youngest one still loves hugs at least.)
April 9, 2011 at 9:05 AM
lovely eater card, don't get any easter card yet! great post and you made me sing! *smile*
-Postcrossing Mom
April 9, 2011 at 9:38 AM
I am old enough to remember that I liked the Petula Clark version....Great song. I love the info on oomph up your life, thanks for sharing. xox Corrine
April 9, 2011 at 6:34 PM