Wednesday, April 27, 2011

A Little of This and That



Just popping in to say hello. The wild violets are blooming in our lawn right now, and the weather has been absolutely beautiful. I've been busy gathering donations for the semi-annual VNA Rummage Sale in May. And I have been spending a lot of time setting up my portrait photography website for (hopefully) an early May launch.

But all this has taken a toll. I think I may need to refrain from blogging for a little while -- I'm having some nasty pain in my right hand, and I'm sure it must be from too much typing and photo editing.

But on a brighter note, my photoblog, In a Soft Light, has been included in the Summer 2011 edition of Artful Blogging magazine. I am over-the-moon excited! It will be on sale May 1st. :)

I hope to be back posting here for Mosaic Monday on May 1st. See you then! xoxo
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  1. pamApril 27, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    I never think to pick my wild violets. Beautiful photo!

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  2. The Bear's BlogApril 27, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    Take care......can't wait to see your studio. Try to rest that hand.

    Hugs

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  3. Mental P MamaApril 27, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    Congratulations!! A completely well deserved honor for you!

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  4. BeverlyApril 27, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    Take care of yourself, dear Mary. And, big congratulations on your feature. I look forward to savoring it.

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  5. VeeApril 27, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    As well you should be, Mary! Hearty congratulations. Sounds as if you are very busy with fun plans and projects. Take care of that hand.

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  6. Maura @ Kisiwa Creek PhotographyApril 27, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    Good Morning Mary,
    I hope your hand is feeling better soon. It certainly takes the pleasure away from doing something we love when it hurts to do it. Yes CONGRATULATIONS on your feature in Artful Blogging! I'll have to look that up next time we're in the city. I hope your day is a good one and I'll be watching for you when your hand is up to blogging again. Take care...
    Maura :)

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  7. A Bit of the BlarneyApril 27, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    Beautiful little bits of spring! Wishing you well! Cathy

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  8. Nancy HoodApril 27, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    Oh Mary, Beth alerted me this morning I left the wrong link :/ I'm so sorry!! Here's the correct one!

    http://johnhoodfamily.blogspot.com/2011/04/tuesday-tidbits.html

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  9. black eyed susans kitchenApril 27, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    So happy to know that you are okay Mary! Congratulations on being included in the magazine. I am going to try to get to the VNA sale this year...hoping it won't be rained out again.

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  10. KarenApril 27, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    OMG! How EXCITING FOR YOU! To be published is something to be proud of and in Artful BLogging no less! WHOO HOOOOO!!!!!!!!! Good Girl!
    Hope your hand feels better real soon.
    Have a great week!
    Karen

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  11. Ashley SiskApril 27, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    That is a really beautiful shot and get some rest! Congrats on your image being featured.

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  12. SarahApril 27, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    How exciting! Congratulations. My copy of Artful Blogging arrived yesterday. It's a beautiful publication.
    Sweet violets. I planted some a few years ago, but they didn't take off as I'd hoped. Perhaps I should try again. ~ Sarah

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  13. spread your wingsApril 27, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    congratulations. well deserved spot for you there in artful blogging.
    love the little violets. coming up in my yard too.
    sounds like May will be an exciting month for you. hope your pain goes away soon.

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  14. Lisa Sall - Sall's Country LifeApril 27, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    Sorry to hear about your hand. You better take it easy so you can continue such great work! Congratulations on your spot in the Magazine! I love Artful Blogger and will be sure to buy this edition! Best wishes!!!

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  15. Glenda/MidSouthApril 27, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Congratulations! The wild violets have come and gone here - wished they lasted longer.
    Baby that hand so it will get better.

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  16. BabsApril 27, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    Mary, I always pick the wild violets. They are the sweetest things, in spite of the fact that some consider them weeds in the lawn. Congratulations of your feature in Artful Blogging and I hope your hand is better soon.
    Babs

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  17. Ricki TreleavenApril 27, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    Congrats on your magazine feature. I hope your hand is feeling better soon, and we look forward to your return!

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  18. BonnieApril 27, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    Congratulations on being featured! I wish I could learn to appreciate the wild violets.

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  19. The TablescaperApril 27, 2011 at 10:38 PM

    You'll be missed!

    - The Tablescaper

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  20. Katy NoelleApril 28, 2011 at 5:53 AM

    So much going on! Very exciting that things are coming to fruition!=D (So sorry about your hand, though!!!=()

    Mary, little violets in the lawn are a favorite of mine and this photo is just beautiful. You know that I've been a bit frozen and timid with life but you never stop inspiring and refreshing me. I'm almost embarrassed to say that violets are a favorite - do I always say that when I come here?=] Anyway, Tom would always be very kind and not mow until they had had a good run. I love the fresh green of the grass with the cool blue and white of the violets!!! Of course, there are none, here, at the new house but, last year, I tried to move some. Hopefully, just a shake of the seeds and we'll have more than we ever wanted.=]

    I have a few tiny bulbs blooming in my garden, Mary! I cannot wait to get out there and take some photos!!!!

    I hope Easter was joyous and refreshing for you all!

    Love, Katy

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  21. Yvonne @ StoneGableApril 28, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    Take care! Heal up and come back to us.
    Congrats on the magazine!
    Yvonne

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  22. SheilaApril 28, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    Do hope that your hand is feeling fine soon. congratulations on the magazine article! Cheers!

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  23. La Petite GalleryApril 28, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    I got so excited at the violets. I will be picking some soon I hope.

    yvonne

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  24. CharApril 28, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    take good care of yourself!!! :)

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  25. A Sunny Yellow WindowApril 28, 2011 at 11:32 PM

    Lovely photo of the violets! Take care of your hand, cos we love the work it creates :)

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  26. GloriaApril 28, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    Greetings! I'm in a "little red house" too, I came to visit your blog. I think I visited you a long time ago... I love your home, and I LOVE your photo with the violets -- ADORABLE!
    Best,
    Gloria

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  27. MaryApril 29, 2011 at 1:01 AM

    Thanks, everyone!

    Hi Gloria! So nice to have you drop by for a visit. :)

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  28. GailOApril 30, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    So sorry about your hand pain...resting it is a good idea even if we will miss you:) I have had shoulder pain recently and I admit I attribute it to blogging while watching tv.

    I just took hundreds of photos of my lawn violets too...wish just one came out as good as this:) You remain my main inspiration!

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  29. Kathleen GraceApril 30, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    Our violets are still in bud but I can't wait to see my beautiful white, purple and freckled violets open by the back door. They are some of my favorite flowers:>) Congratulations on Artful Blogging! What an honor and well deserved. I'll be looking for you in the next issue:>)

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  30. DiannApril 30, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Congrats Mary on the magazine! that is wonderful. And a huge good luck with your new studio. Take care of yourself.

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