Autumn has arrived in Montana!!!

I'm ready for a change of season, how about you?  Autumn ... my favorite season of all, the cooler temps, changing colors, and the Holidays!!!!

We've had a great summer, trips, family & friends, amazing weather, and  progress on the house; hardwood floors, more landscaping, pellet insert installation....feels good I must say! 

Sharing a view pics of what we are now seeing off the deck these days...notice the aspens in the background, love when they start to turn colors.

My little shop, "Attic Charm", is also starting to look like Autumn. Working on more new items, more pumpkins etc.  I had a great summer season at the shop, highest sales to date, so blessed, and still having a blast with this adventure!!!  Sighhhhhhh

Happy "Autumn" to all of you, and my you be blessed!

Angel's Wings...

 

Rolled old book pages, vintage ribbons & lace, vintage jewels, burlap, and a bit of creativity sums it up with my newly created "angel's wings".

Rosette made with burlap ribbon, vintage jewels.

Old ribbon off of a wedding dress from the early 1900's

 

Just placed these large sets of wings in my shop yesterday. I've noticed more and more creations made with old book pages...lamp shades, wreaths, and now wings.

 



Having fun with my little shop in town...and it's doing well!

Sum, Sum, Summertime!!!

Morning coffee on the deck, enjoying the sunrise!

Enjoying the beauty of summer!!! Traveling, company, great weather and some kayaking fun!

We explored a nearby reservoir last weekend. East Fork Reservoir is not only a scenic view, but peaceful and a relaxing boat ride. It's been a few years since we've kayaked, feels good to be back in the water. So many beautiful lakes and rivers here Montana, we have our bucket list full.

Hope summer has been filled with pleasure for you too!

Progress...

House progress...it's a good thing! Spring has been very productive here in Montana for us. Waited four years for my hardwood floors, very happy with the results.

Enjoying our green meadows, warmer days, wildflowers galore, and traveling to Tri-Cities, Portland, and now to Minnesota for a family reunion to remember Pat's father who passed away last February in a memorial service.

Hope your Spring has been enjoyable so far, looks like my kitties sure are!

Leftovers

One of our favorite left-over dishes, especially after St. Patty's Day! Left-over corn beef, fresh cabbage fried in butter (real butter), cooked egg noodles, salt & pepper, topped with grated parmesan cheese. Such a great "one" dish meal.

Funny how I've posted food lately...  Happy first day of Spring!

Lemon Chicken with Orzo

This has been such a season of soup!!! Thanks to "Pinterest" and the tv show "The Chew", I have enjoyed making new soup recipes.

This "Lemon Chicken and Orzo Soup" was delightful! The hint of lemon was so refreshing. Of course I added more of everything including kale. Putting kale in so many dishes these days.

If your a Pinterest user, check out my "eats & drinks" board on my Pinterest account and you'll find this soup recipe.

"Coq au Vin"

"Coq au Vin"  

Translation...a French dish with chicken braised in red wine. Viewed this on the "Chew" the other day and decided to try it. We were pleasantly surprised how much we enjoyed this French dish! Made with chicken, red wine (reduced), fresh veggies (onion, celery, carrot, garlic, mushrooms, parsley, and thyme) served over mashed potatoes or pasta.

My Winter Wonderland

Folks around here were concerned about the lack of snow this winter, NOT!!  We've had our share this month alone, it's a good thing too, nobody wants a dry summer and fires in our neck of the woods. Here's our "Grace Haven" covered in a blanket of Winter Wonderland!

I'm loving our snow and all the beauty that comes with it...we take many walks and winter drives here and watch for wildlife, there is plenty of it, even in the winter.

This little fella found his way up on our deck, Bun Bun, isn't he/she darling??

We've had more progress on the house this past Fall. Our deck is finally complete and we're loving it. Thanksgiving was warmer than normal, so my sister and family came to visit and we enjoyed sitting out there in the sunny afternoon!

Our new deck, finished construction late Fall 2013.

Enjoying the deck even in December!!

My father-in-law recently passed away last month. It's been a difficult time for my husband and extended family. Many trips back and forth to Portland OR since this Fall. He was almost 90 years old and lived a full and wonderful life. We will miss him so much, but he is now free and happy in Heaven with his beloved wife, and resting in the arms of Jesus!!

RIP James R. Colligan...we will all miss you!

My little shop, "Attic Charm" continues to do well in Philipsburg. I'm enjoying my creativity and re-staging my loft area every month. I have new ideas up my sleeve, will start sewing this week.

The new year brings adventures, more home progress, travel, and Kayaking!! Pat and I enjoy kayaking and this summer we are hitting the lakes and streams around our area, and believe me we have plenty to explore! Hoping everyone has much to look forward too this year!!