Friday, February 22, 2008

Expectations

Here's what we have:






Here's what I want:






Maybe I should lower my expectations, huh?




We had a snow day today -- got the call at 5:30am, so everyone here just slept in. Happy Friday, dear bloggers!
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27 comments:

  1. TaraFebruary 22, 2008 at 9:02 AM

    Our trees look so beautiful in all this white and quiet...and a cup of tea back in bed is sooo nice!
    Enjoy it!
    :0)
    Tara

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  2. RechelleFebruary 22, 2008 at 9:23 AM

    Mary I am a little frightened of your garden prowess. How can I claim to be "the garden expert" when it is clear that I am not even close. I am looking forward to your garden too.

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  3. bjFebruary 22, 2008 at 9:30 AM

    Ummmmm, if we had that cold and ice, I would have such a HUGH fire going, a hot cup of tea, my latest magazines, some knock-out snacks, my bed covers turned back and my heated mattress pad turned up to HIGH, in readiness for a long, winters nap.....I LOVE cold days (only when I can stay inside, mind you!!) and I love nothing better in the world than RAIN, FOG, MIST, THUNDER, CLOUDY DAYS.....I just love them!!
    hugs, bj

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2008 at 9:50 AM

    I love the flowers,but I would give alot just to roll in that snow! It is in the 70,s here. I guess we always want what we don't have. It is crazy how I crave the cold and snow like you crave the warm and flowers.

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  5. LacyFebruary 22, 2008 at 9:59 AM

    I'm with you!!!...have a great weekend!!!...lacy

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  6. connie snipesFebruary 22, 2008 at 10:01 AM

    Your garden is just spectatular! I would love to see some pictures of the layout, since I have a new house (to me) and am struggling with how to divide up the spaces.

    Love your blog. Connie

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  7. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2008 at 10:56 AM

    ...I l-o-v-e your garden photo - that is food for the spirit! And I have to admit that I am with 'bj' up there regarding cold and snow, I am one of those that loves the stuff! I get a big ol' fire going, pull out my fav' quilt, a cup of hot tea or hot choc'late (homemade not the box variety) and the latest book I'm reading or sewing project and I am oh so set! :o) But I have to admit that I like winter days with snow or something going on, it's the winter days that are just cold and gray that tend to wear on my nerves... Oh well, can't have everything now can we?...lol ;o)

    ...By the way, I don't know if you are aware of this company or not but I think of you whenever I receive an e-mail update from them, they are called, "Country Door". I just received an update from them and saw the most wonderful hydrangea chandelier there and the cutest glass domed pedestals for cupcakes! You are probably aware of them already but just in case, here's the link:

    http://www.countrydoor.com/home.jsp

    ...Thank you for the lovely garden photo!

    ...Blessings...

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  8. VeeFebruary 22, 2008 at 11:04 AM

    I can't tell you how delighted I was to hear that the latest snowstorm will slip off to sea south of me! Sorry that it got you!

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  9. JanetFebruary 22, 2008 at 11:09 AM

    It's snowing here too and I have to leave for work (answering the phones, hoping for a "hot" prospect). Guess I need to go out and clear the driveway altho I am tempted to just ignore it!

    Janet

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  10. BittersweetPunkinFebruary 22, 2008 at 11:22 AM

    Actually..I'll take either one right now...I wish it would DO something here...
    Have a Great Weekend Mary!
    Hugs,
    Robin

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  11. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiFebruary 22, 2008 at 11:30 AM

    Hi Mary! I'm a new reader of your blog.
    A snow day is fun! Enjoy it and let's hope it melts by Monday. Enjoy the graden catalogs and some hot chocolate.

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  12. DenaFebruary 22, 2008 at 11:38 AM

    Oh Mary, I am so feeling your pain! I can't wait to get my fingers in the soil and feel the warm sun on my back. It's rainy today and my toes are numb as I type. I think I may have to light a floral scented candle just to keep me going! Happy Friday :)

    Hugs,
    Dena

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  13. Melissa @ The Inspired RoomFebruary 22, 2008 at 12:07 PM

    Oh, I was dreaming of the same thing. But my dreams are more realistic than yours. We've actually had a week of sunshine here!

    Happy Friday!

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  14. cammyFebruary 22, 2008 at 12:17 PM

    I'm with ya. Are those pictures from your garden....lovely peonies and iris.

    We are having a snow day here as well, but it is 12 noon and we are all going a little stir crazy.

    Have a lovely weekend.

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  15. AdrienneFebruary 22, 2008 at 12:22 PM

    Hang in there, friend. Spring WILL come. I promise! It always does. ~Adrienne~

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  16. cammyFebruary 22, 2008 at 12:28 PM

    Okay, I think your blog just answered my question. I just read your Uncle post and saw more pictures of your beautiful garden. Your photos looks like they are straight from a magazine.

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  17. Miss JeanFebruary 22, 2008 at 12:33 PM

    Don't lower your expectations! Just get out those seed catalogs and a cup of tea and dream.....

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  18. amandaFebruary 22, 2008 at 1:10 PM

    Hi Mary,

    The white is beautiful - it's just dingy gray and raining here. Thanks for inspiring spring! My post today is full of my favorite spring/summer shots.

    Enjoy your snow day, and keep dreaming of warmer days!

    Amanda:)

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  19. MeMeMeFebruary 22, 2008 at 2:51 PM

    i was just thinking this morning of how i won't look out the window, instead i'll look at my computer LOL..

    Your irises are so lovely Mary. I hope you get to stop by sometime, i'd love to show you what I did last year out in the garden. Can't compare to yours, though!

    Have a great day!
    Jeannie

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  20. Alison GibbsFebruary 22, 2008 at 3:24 PM

    How beautiful your snow photo is but oh it makes me feel so cold.
    I would be looking forward to Spring too when it is so cold for you now.
    1st March and it will be Autumn/Fall for me. I love Autumn and the falling leaves.
    Alison

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  21. AbbieFebruary 22, 2008 at 4:44 PM

    Hi Mary!
    We are getting the same snow, but they refused to call school as our children are looking to attend until August.. (OK, it's not quite that bad, but it's close!) There is even talk of canceling April vaca.. I can't not wait unitl the gardens are a bloom! Thank you for the lovely view!
    Hugs,
    Abbie

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  22. Cottage ContessaFebruary 22, 2008 at 6:07 PM

    Swap the photo's around and you'll know what I have and what I want! C'mon Winter! Sheeeeesh! lol
    Amanda (aka Cottage Contessa)

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  23. Preppy LizardFebruary 22, 2008 at 7:08 PM

    That's what just left us here in the Midwest...I feel your pain!

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  24. Debbie KayFebruary 22, 2008 at 10:21 PM

    Mary:

    Your blog is one of the classiest blogs I visit. I echo your sentiment.....hurry up SPRING!

    I have a blog at
    myvintagedaydreams@blogspot.com

    Stop by anytime....

    Debbie Kay

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  25. MeMeMeFebruary 22, 2008 at 11:42 PM

    Hello Mary, PLEASE visit my blog again Please? Pretty please? I made something for you!

    Jeannie

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  26. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2008 at 7:54 AM

    I do love your blog but you do seem to be tied up with THINGS. I am not for that at all.

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  27. Rosie's WhimsyFebruary 23, 2008 at 7:58 AM

    You are so right......winter seems to be lasting oh so long this year......and what is with all the ice? We got about 4 inches of snow topped off again with a thick layer of ice. Yikes......hope all my bulbs and perennials are hibernating well. :-) Rosie

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