Friday, July 27, 2018

Saturday Sparks Link Party 281

Welcome to Saturday Sparks 281!

It's always such fun to start a new party, especially knowing

 there is always something beautiful, delicious and unique that is shared.

Looking forward to seeing your creative moments!

"Your imagination is everything. It is the preview of life's coming attractions."

~ Albert Einstein

Now, let's get this party started.

First up, the Fabulous Features from Saturday Sparks 280.


A Home for My Chippy Antique Door at Repurpose and Upcycle



How to Care for Hanging Baskets and Planters at Clean and Scentsible



What To Do When You Don't Have a Mudroom at Artful Homemaking



A White Barn for Our Guest Bedroom at The Red Painted Cottage



DIY Air Plant Wall Display at Handmade Weekly



Lemon and Lavender Cream Scones at Satsuma Designs


Easy Old-Fashioned Cucumber Salad "Gurkensalat" at Strength and Sunshine



Garlic, Rosemary and Parmesan Cloud Bread at Low Carb Delish


Greek Yogurt Veggie Dip at The Mandatory Mooch



Lemon Blueberry Cake Strawberry Whipped Cream Frosting at Embellishments


 Strawberry Jam without Pectin at Butter with a Side of Bread


And finally, a recap of my share from the party - Coyotes Among Us

Pieced Pastimes

 Thanks to everyone for linking up to last weeks party.
If you were featured, please grab the featured button (above) to add to your blog.

Now, onto the party!

Link up your latest inspiring posts such as:

Crafts
DIY
Gardening
Home Decor
Photography
Recipes
Repurposing
Sewing/Quilting

Links are open through Thursday morning.

Features will be posted at next weeks party at Pieced Pastimes, Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter.

Pieced Pastimes

 Party Guidelines:
- Post the party button (above) with a link back to this page or just a text link back to the party on your post - Not required, but appreciated!
- Share your own ideas and photos - not a roundup of other peoples ideas.
- Follow Pieced Pastimes via one of the social media links located on the upper right sidebar. 
- No advertising, Etsy shops or giveaways.
- Pin feature photos to Pinterest from the original source and not from this blog.
- Visit other links and leave a kind comment.





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Sunday, July 22, 2018

Coyotes Among Us

Our property is home to many of God's creatures including coyotes.

We see them from time to time during the day but, it's the nights they own.


Our game cameras are filled with pictures of them out on the prowl.

The cover of darkness is their playground.



Their eerie sounds are undeniable and being awakened by their chilling howls can be quite unsettling.

We have mixed emotions about them.

While we appreciate their wild nature, we are also mindful of it.



I snapped this picture while on a morning walk.

It's been over a week since I've seen any sign of my sweet dancing fawn.

Coyote's steps along side deer tracks are never a good sign.

My hope is that the little guy just moved on and didn't fall victim to the prairie wolves.

Our window into the wild shows us the beauty of nature, but also the harsh realities.

There is nothing I can do to change their plight, but my heart aches for them.


This nest is tucked deep inside a low lying bush.

Just days ago, it held a doting mother and four tiny blue eggs.

Today it is empty and the barren roost speaks volumes.

I suspect a raccoon or fox may be to blame.

They say that the coyote provides critical ecological benefits such as limiting populations of small animals that wreak havoc on the bird population, among other positive effects.

I suppose there would be many more empty nests if it weren't for these roaming packs.

Every creature has a purpose and there is good with the bad.

We just have to learn to co-exist.

After all, this is their home just as it is ours.



















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Friday, July 20, 2018

Saturday Sparks Link Party 280

Welcome to Saturday Sparks 280!

Another week is winding down.

Show us how you've been spending your time lately.

"Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known."

~ Carl Sagan

Now, let's get this party started.

First up, the Fabulous Features from Saturday Sparks 279.



Outdoor Bench and DIY Roundup at At Home with Ashley



Mudroom and Laundry Room Makeover Reveal at Rain on a Tin Roof



All Will Be Well Printable Wall Art at Carrie Elle



Summer Festival Blog Hop: Vintage Summer Vignettes at Follow the Yellow Brick Home


Dyed Popsicle Stick Tramp Art Planter at Jennifer Perkins



DIY Faux Gazing Ball for the Garden at Smart Fun DIY


Apple Mango Yogurt Pops at Busy Being Jennifer



Vanilla Bean Iced Coffee at Delightful E Made


Blueberry Muffin Smoothie Bowl at Mama of Many Blessings



Mocha Almond Fudge Truffle Pie at Cooking with Curls


Cucumber Salsa at A Dish of Daily Life


 Flavored Salts - An Easy Guide to Save Money and Make Your Own at Looney for Food

Pieced Pastimes

 Thanks to everyone for linking up to last weeks party.
If you were featured, please grab the featured button (above) to add to your blog.

Now, onto the party!

Link up your latest inspiring posts such as:

Crafts
DIY
Gardening
Home Decor
Photography
Recipes
Repurposing
Sewing/Quilting

Links are open through Thursday morning.

Features will be posted at next weeks party at Pieced Pastimes, Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter.

Pieced Pastimes

 Party Guidelines:
- Post the party button (above) with a link back to this page or just a text link back to the party on your post - Not required, but appreciated!
- Share your own ideas and photos - not a roundup of other peoples ideas.
- Follow Pieced Pastimes via one of the social media links located on the upper right sidebar. 
- No advertising, Etsy shops or giveaways.
- Pin feature photos to Pinterest from the original source and not from this blog.
- Visit other links and leave a kind comment.





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