Sunday, July 5, 2009

Mosaic Monday: 4th of July


We had the most beautiful weather this weekend! Sunny, breezy, warm, and two whole days without any rain, which was quite a rare treat this summer. My husband grilled, we put out the hammock, and lazed around on the deck. I even got a lot of my flower pots filled, finally.

Our town did not have fireworks this year, which was disappointing. I always feel funny going to another town to see fireworks. Does that sound strange? It just seems like it should be a hometown thing -- something you share with your neighbors.

But even without fireworks, this holiday was the perfect summer weekend -- complete with strawberries, green grass, daisies, and dinner on the deck. It's what we dream of in the cold winter months. :)

How was your weekend?

Now let's have some mosaic fun! Here are the instructions:

  1. Publish your Mosaic Monday post.
  2. Once it is published, click on the title of the post. This will lead you to the static link for your post. The static link is the page with only that post on it. Copy the url from your browser at the top of the page.
  3. Paste the url into the appropriate Mr. Linky box in this post.
  4. Type your name in the appropriate Mr. Linky box in this post.
  5. Click on "Enter."
  6. Please link back to this Mosaic Monday post so that your readers can find other wonderful mosaics.
That's all there is to it! It's always a good idea to then check and see if your link is working. If you have any questions, feel free to email me: mrcarroll(at)optonline.net. I can't wait to see your mosaics! Here is Mr. Linky:


44 comments:

  1. Hi Mary! Beautiful photos! It sounds like you had a wonderful weekend! We'd love to have your rain down here in the South...so hot and dry! However, our holiday was beautiful, also! No fireworks for us, either! :-( However, it was nice to spend time with my family! Have a great week!...Debbie

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  2. Sounds like a great weekend, even without fireworks! Your pictures are gorgeous! Awesome mosaic!

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  3. Nice mosaic -- seems to work especially nicely together.

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  4. Welcome Back Mary! I love your 4th of July Mosaic. I went with a similar theme. I'm glad you had nice weather. Blessings on your new week!

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  5. the strawberries look delicious!

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  6. Your mosaic is really summery and cheerful, I hope you had a nice break and a nice holiday. Your fourth of July is really nice, I love the blue and white plates! And the white geraniums and milk glass are a nice touch. :O)Mary @Boogieboard Cottage

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  7. Hi Mary, welcome back! What a lovely mosaic in celebration of the 4th!Your strawberries look so delish! Ours was quiet and did not go to any fireworks display. Have a great week!

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  8. Our weather finally got summery too. Your pictures capture the feel of the weekend perfectly.

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  9. Hi Mary. What a lovely mosaic -- all things summer! I'm glad you had a lovely holiday and I'll bet you'll appreciate fireworks twice as much next year! Thank you for hosting these fun Mosaic Mondays. I'm enjoying them so much! ~Arleen

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  10. Mary I am still learning how to do mosaics. But I did the about me mosaic. I have been doing the mosaics but then I can't find where they are stored. I will keep on keeping on. Love the idea I will get it one day.
    QMM

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  11. Yeah mosiacs are back!! Gorgeous photos, I love the shot of the strawberries against the white pot.

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  12. Fantastic mix of colours in those images! They look like a summer celebration!

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  14. oops, I made a few typos.

    I just want to pick one of those strawberries and eat it. What a great mosaic!

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  15. Mary, your pictures are so pretty and so artistic-they make a beautiful mosaic. Sounds like a great 4th of July celebration. Thanks so much for hosting Mosaic Mon. laurie

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  16. Mary, glad to know that you had a great weekend inspite of there being no fireworks.Your mosaic is so beautiful and love the images.

    Shantana

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  17. So wonderful! Those strawberries look AMAZING!!

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  18. As usual your mosaic paints a picture of a lovely day.

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  19. Looks like a really nice weekend you had. Great mosaic.
    And it is the first time a join you with this mosaic monday.
    Annemieke

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  20. Mary, THERE IS A BIRTHDAY PARTY FOR AMY AT THE PURPLE GOAT LADY, PLEASE COME AND LEAVE A WISH FOR AMY,

    BARBARA

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  21. Very pretty!
    Sorry about your lack of fireworks.
    We also drove to another town but our
    closest village will shoot their fireworks
    next Saturday. They always celebrate a
    week late.

    Have a great day!

    Becky K.

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  22. Lovely mosaic, Mary. It makes me feel the peace of your spirit.

    We have a tradition of tuning in to the Boston Pops of July Fourth.

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  23. Beautiful mosaic! Those strawberries are making my mouth water.

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  24. I love your mosaic. Glad you had a nice weekend -now we are getting your rain!
    Carolyn

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  25. Keeping the celebration alive.

    Lovely!
    Candy

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  26. Thanks for hosting this meme. We went camping and the campground had fireworks. I was late getting to the area where they set them off and they were over before I even got there. I guess I didn't miss much.

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  27. Mary, I thought I did post my mosaic. I am on your list as Peggy. Thanks for asking.
    QMM

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  28. Mary, Thank you for hosting Mosaic Monday. I always look forward to this beautiful photography parade. Your 4th of July mosaic is perfect. Have a lovely day.

    Karen

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  29. This is the first time I've participated, even thuogh I've been so anxious to give this a try. But I never fail to come see everyone elses mosaics. My favorite part of Monday for sure.

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  30. Beautiful 4th of July mosaic Mary!

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  31. Hi!
    This is my first time participating. Mine is posted at my place, A View of my Life. The strawberries look good enough to eat! Have a great day!

    Sherrie
    http://splummer-aviewofmylife.blogspot.com/2009/07/mosaic-monday.html

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  32. Beautiful mosaic -- the strawberries remind me of Wimbledon and marvelous tennis matches! Our town always has a parade and fireworks ... methinks people come from far and wide to enjoy both ;--)
    Hugs and blessings,

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  33. Love your mosaic... we had a great time, too. The weather was cool and of course, the company was wonderful!

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  34. Your blog is beautiful... lovely images everywhere! I found you through Caroline's Whimsical Whispers... my mosaic is linked.

    Take care,
    Roban

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  35. Your 4th of July mosaic is beautiful. It's one of my fav holidays. This is my first week joining in. It was FUN! :-) Thanks for hosting this great event.

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  36. Beautiful. Joining in the fun today. Just found your blog through Martha at "The Daily Grind".

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  37. I just wanted to take a minute to say welcome to all our new participants this week. I'm so glad to meet you all, and I'm really enjoying visiting your blogs and seeing your wonderful creations. Thanks so much for joining the fun!
    xoxo,
    Mary

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  38. Hi Mary, Glad you had such gorgeous weather for your weekend, your mosaic and images are stunning. We had to go to another town for fireworks too this year, so I am sharing those with you this week, Happy Mosaic Monday, Kathy.

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  39. It was chilly here, in the low to mid 60's most of the day and cloudy. We wore sweaters to watch the parade! But we had a good day all the same. Love your red white and blues:>)

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  40. Lovely patriotic mosaic! I love mosaics and have just discovered your Mosaic Monday. Hope you don't mind that I made a little button for my sidebar so others can join in too. I'll start next week!

    Robin@Miscellaneous Thoughts

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  41. Beautiful mosaic, Mary. Love your header too!

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  42. Gret mosaic - you take such great photos! Hope you were able to rest up a little!

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