Monday 6 April 2015

You Knew It Was Coming.

April 8,2015

I am beginning to believe that my brain has begun to decay as a result of the cold, damp weather that has decided to call this part of Canada "home". As a direct result of "brain rot" I have failed to motivate myself to  produce the type of results for the "Wordless Wednesday" on Tuesday, that would normally make me proud..... or at the very least quite pleased.


With that disclaimer behind me I will proceed. The topic that comes most easily to mind would, of course, be Easter.




My sweet hubby surprised me on Saturday morning with this gorgeous Easter arrangement.  I am such a sucker for beautiful flowers and this group is no exception.

As is our tradition, our family gathers for a very informal brunch. It is usually the first time since Christmas that we have been together. Although we do not do a "sit down" meal..... I tried, but in our democratic family  I was voted down....I made a token attempt at providing appropriate "atmosphere".  They, on the other hand, are more interested in the content of the meal than on  ambiance. 




After all was said and done.... or at least eaten and finished... I remembered the cookies that my grand daughter and her friend helped me make on Saturday.  I apologize for the  lack of  magazine quality photo  that we produced, but not for the memories that were made with the making of said cookies.
Also, it needs to be noted that the recipe for these delights  was obtained from my sister's blog at Older Mommy Still Yummy. I have made "frogs" for many years but  this recipe varied somewhat from mine and for that I am very grateful! The cookies were soft and delicious and are currently gone!



I must admit, as always, I enjoy the company of our adult children and our beautiful chocolate fueled grandchildren.  




29 comments:

  1. Looks like you all had a fabulous Easter brunch. Sitting at the table has it's place, but honesty, nothing compares to curling up on the couch with your third cup of coffee! Love the photos, the eggs in the bowl are gorgeous!

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    1. Thanks, Monica, realistically it is about relaxation and conversation and that happens (for us) more naturally just sitting around the family room.

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  2. PS...the flowers are so pretty, I am completely jealous!

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  3. Gorgeous photography!
    Thanks so much for sharing at http://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2015/04/bluebird-breakfast.html

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    1. Always enjoy visiting your site, Sue. Have a great week.

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  4. Looks like you had a wonderful Easter!

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    1. We did indeed. I'm sure you and Magellan and Tsunami did as well.

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  5. Lovely snacks you made for easter :)

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    1. I especially enjoyed sharing the experience with my grand daughter, Dominique. Have a great week.

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  6. Beautiful flowers and goodies sounds like you had an eggtastic Easter :-)

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    1. We did indeed, Steve. Hope you had a great Easter as well. Thanks bunches.

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  7. Love those flowers. Very attractive. Cookies look pretty good too, sorry they are all gone. Can't remember, what part of Canada? I am in Southern Ontario.

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    1. Hi Jo, and thank you. I'm in southern New Brunswick. Hope you have a super week!

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  8. Side note: "WHAT?! How did I miss that you were sisters?!"

    http://www.homeofohm.com/2015/04/thats-just-not-rightwordlesswednesday.html

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    1. Christy, Monica has been blogging for much longer than I have. As I recently (1 1/2 yrs ago) retired I have been trying my hand at it. OMSY and Monica are my blog-heros and she is my "go-to" person when I have (silly, stupid and otherwise) questions.There is actually one more "of us". Our sister Kathy White who has a blog on Myotonic Dystrophy.
      https://www.facebook.com/MyotonicMuscularDystrophyOurFamilysJourney?fref=ts

      BTW, have loved your site since I started blogging. Have a great week.

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  9. Happy Easter! We had fun with ours and looks like you had fun with yours too!

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    1. We did have fun, Merlinda, and glad you and your family did as well. Despite being far, far, away, some things are just the same as home. Have a great week,

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  10. I mentioned sugar and spice in my #WordlessWednesday! Then I feel upon your site. What a coincidence.

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    1. That is so cool,Jessica. I did an A-Z Challenge one time and the topic was Spices. It seemed to fit naturally, and was a learning experience for me. Glad you stopped by. Heading to your site now.

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  11. I was feeling the same way when the winter weather dragged on ... but it's finally warming up in Delaware and hopefully will for you in Canada, too! Beautiful bouquet.

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    1. Ah, thanks, Kristin, you have given me hope....

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  12. Looks like you had a lovely Easter, whoo the cakes look so yummy :)

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    1. Thanks, Clariejustine, they were pretty good, but by the time I got to them there were just crumbs left. Have a great week.

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  13. It sounds like you had a wonderful Easter!

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    1. Thank you, Cascia, we did indeed. Hope you have a wonderful week.

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  14. Wow, what a lovely table setting for Easter Brunch!! The little birds nest are so cute and the flowers are so lovely!!

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    1. Thanks, Kathy. We had a nice time, and the kids had fun..... and that's what it's all about.

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  15. beautiful flowers! i love all the colors that come with spring. :)

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