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Friday, May 22, 2020

Saturday Sparks Link Party 376

Welcome to Saturday Sparks 376!

Starting off todays party with some thoughts on our kinship with nature.

Our window into the wild allows us to observe nature up close and personal.

I am always fascinated by the behaviors of the different creatures that pass through here.

Our Canadian Geese have been coming by a bit more often.

They seem almost too friendly, as if someone may have been feeding them - or perhaps, it's just their nature.

They are considered to be a nuisance for many people, but we haven't had any issues so far.

We will see a pair, or perhaps a group of four at a time, but no more than that.

While watching them, I have noticed that one always stands at attention while the others graze - it's long neck fully extended and eyes laser focused on the world around them.

It seems too, that they take turns in this guarding position.

I looked up their traits and sure enough, it said just that. One of them will act as the sentinel to alert the others of any possible threats.

The geese are akin to the 'all things Corona' world we currently live in.

We are all flocked together with our closest family members, mindful of all things around us and standing at the ready to care and protect each other.

"When all the dust is settled and all the crowds are gone, the things that matter are faith, family and friends"
~ Barbara Bush
Now, let's get this party started.
First up, the Fabulous Features from Saturday Sparks 375.

DIY Window Boxes - Flower Planters by Kippi at Home

Small Multi-Purpose Home Office on a $400 Budget by Interior Frugalista

Wildflowers and Botanic Garden by Everyday Living

Fluted Bathroom Cabinet Refacing DIY by At Home With Ashley

DIY Modern House Number Sign with Planter by Modern on Monticello

Red White Blue Mason Jar with Scrapbook Paper by Mason Jar Crafts Love

Cotton Candy Ice Cream Cones by Sweet Silly Sara

Granny Square Qulted Pillow Tutorial by Chez Vies

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Friday, May 15, 2020

Saturday Sparks Link Party 375

Welcome to Saturday Sparks 375!

Starting off todays party with a favorite meal to start the day.

It's no surprise that I love a good smoothie bowl and the addition of chocolate just makes it that much better.

The sky is the limit as to what ingredients you can combine to create this healthy and delicious dish.

For this bowl, I blended up some raspberries, banana, spinach, cacao powder, almond milk and pure maple syrup. Toppings include, granola, raspberries, banana and a drizzle of PB Fit.

"Believe you can and you're halfway there."
~ Theodore Roosevelt
Now, let's get this party started.
First up, the Fabulous Features from Saturday Sparks 374.

My New Dining Room by Dream in Color

How to Make a Unique Stenciled Denim Table Runner by Pillar Box Blue

Spring Dining Room in Pink and Gray by It All Started With Paint

Wood and Copper Herb Markers by DIY Vibes

Vintage Home Style Decorating with Soda Crates by White Arrows Home

Peach Blueberry Crisp by Little Frugal Homestead

Gluten-Free Lemon Poppy Seed Bread by Strength and Sunshine

Roasted Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette by Morsels of Life

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