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Bonne Annee

 

Sharing a Happy New Year card construction from 2009-hmmm, maybe something new for you for 2013 to welcome 2014. It's time to get the new year off right! Love to All!

 

Ode to the Bourge-Mobile

We've all driven and ridden in the Olds over the years for various reasons. Torture chamber that it was...no AC, squeaking while you drive, screeching when you start her up, knocking from time to time, and just floating along the road like a V-8 boat guzzling gas as it went. It's been on its last leg for a while. It's been dead since the summer. And now with Mom and Dad in assisted living, it is going to be donated (if they ever come to pick it up) before the end of the year.

 

 

This is just one of the many things that needs to be taken care of up here. It's a big job and really way too much for one person. Kat does an amazing job, with the help of her husband Tom...who frankly, keeps all of us sane. We went out together the other day to pull it out of the garage, take off the license plates, brake her, and even put a little rock behind just for safety's sake! Like so much of this, it's sad. There is a sense of loss. There is a sense of change. And then there's that moving on...that isn't always part of the plan, but you just don't have any choice. Bon Voyage Bourge-Mobile-you served the folks well!

Friendly Fireworks

 

When Michel dropped by yesterday and invited me to go see the fireworks in Kirkwood with him and his Mom later that evening, I hesitated. Oh, I have a grant to write. Oh, I'd have to be out later than usual. But then, what the hell. I went along, and am I glad I did.

 

Not only did we enjoy an incredible fireworks display, but we also drove through some of the holiday lights in some of the very swanky neighborhoods in Ladue. I got a chance to see Michel's office and even a before bedtime treat Chez Michel of German Chocolate cupcakes, milk and a visit with some of my favorite guys...Claude, Buster and of course-Michel. Afterwards, all I had to do was stumble across the street and go to bed. Thanks for a great evening, great company, and long-lasting friendship, Michel!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Meeting Sky

This sweetie is the newest addition to the Bourgeois Clan. Sky joined Jim and Joan earlier this year. I knew I'd love her, but the deal was sealed when Jim told me that she was a miniature Australian Shepherd. (Dali was a mix of Australian Shepherd and Border Collie) She's at that bundle of energy stage and captured everyone's heart. Being the "dog kisser" that I am, I asked for lots of puppy kisses that Sky was only too happy to provide. She will grow about another third and that's it, with no tail on the back end. Joan said: "She would be perfect for you!"

 

Which, as much as I want a dog...my life and frequent travel just doesn't allow it now. Everyone's list of perfect dogs for me is growing...a little "Sky", a little "Louie", and we'll just see where we are when we're planted and ready! Wishing everyone a day of sweet puppy kisses! I leave you with Dali looking in on us below!

 

 

Lighting Up

 

Most of this year's hoiliday has been about "lighting up", making do with what I have, and making NOT buying gifts. It began with potholders, moved on to bookmarks and wrapped up with "lighting up" my photography.

 

I can't take credit for the technique, but the photos are certainly mine. Kat has been making these sweet votive lit photos and designs for years. After a quick lesson over the phone, and a Dollar Tree near home that cooperated with these tiny, battery powered votives; I went to work. Kat and I love doing stuff like this. We tease all the time about going into business together...maybe it's time to at least put a toe in the water. If we do, you'll be the first to know!

 

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...that Sammie Cat and I were here at 411 with Dali, our tiny Yogi Bear Christmas Tree, and Mom? Mom and Dali were upstairs and Sammie Cat and I were sleeping and living in the basement.

Last night Sammie Cat and I snuggled up together on the green velvet sofa in the living room. I had my book to read. She had on her new red jingle bell collar (because I forgot her other one, not because it is in the spirit). It was hard not to reflect on everything that has happened since last Christmas. Mom and Dad have moved to assisted living. We lost Dali in April. But, at least Sam and I have graduated from the basement to upstairs! Happy Holidays!

 

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