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~Romantic Video Directed by The Muse~
(comments or feedback can be made by using the Pen A Note page, which can be found under the tab “Around The Muse’s House” on the upper portion of this diary) Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
~Outdoor & Wordless Wednesday~
Living in rugged terrain… has its ups and downs…! There are problems with deliveries, difficulties with the earth yet there are wonderful natural resources, such as stone~rock~and boulders. Do you wonder why in the world anyone would go through all this? Let me help you with that inquiry… THE VIEW ! *(Outdoor Wednesday~Hostess Ms Susan)* **************************************************** *(Wordless Wednesday~Hostess Ms Dixie)* THEME: Mother Speaking Volumes…Without Saying A Word Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
AAARGH! I have lost the ability to follow ANYONE ! and… I am now not showing on anyone’s Follow List!!! If you see “The Muse” please let me know… This is HEARTBREAKING … MORTIFYING… and MIND BOGGLING! I can see all my blogs that I follow on my dashboard (as usual) but I am not on individuals pages… I have sent blogger a tech email… so, fingers crossed! I love blogger techies… yeah they are fab! Issue on that side [...]
There are always rooms and spaces at The Painted Nest which need some sprucing up. Our beloved cottage is in a constant state of “creation”. And I love it, I certainly do For me, color is my companion. So imagine my beloved’s shock, when this color palette was placed before him! Admittedly, this would be a new path for me. The Muse has creamy antique white accents throughout her cottage…but there is not a room which totally embraces the hue. [...]
Keeping it cozy in taupe ~ The defining pieces are the chandelier, once brass…no problem, spray painted black it warms up the space. Once heavy drapes replaced now with a simple pumpkin linen. Once red brick was too brash, answer..Paint! The finale to this room was not to simply disguise a no longer used fireplace, but to make the space work…just in a different way. A custom designed unit was built to complete the “meant to always be here” look [...]
Every dream that is envisioned is bigger than ourselves… It is up to us to grow into those dreams… Fulfilling our heart’s desire and touching the heights of success. To your futures my friends, may they be glorious! Love, The Muse Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
~Wordless Wednesday is Baaaaack !~
http://frenchlique.blogspot.com/ Ms Dixie is our delightful hostess Her Blog: French Lique (this week…bloggers choice) Come join the fun! *(the prose “Time” is listed in the post below) Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
”He leaned in close, his scent mesmerizing her senses. His lips pressed against her ear, he whispered in the dark… “Did you vote?” Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
Just a little corner at the Painted Nest…decked out for Christmas Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
GAME: Fill It Up Friday CREATOR: The Muse OBJECTIVE: Interactive Fun PLAYERS: Readers RULES: Answer the following question… Your bags have all been packed by a perfect stranger. And there is only one suitcase left empty. You cannot look into the other suitcases that are closed. You are told that your trip 1) Will be somewhere cold 2) Will have fancy dining 3) Will involve meeting a Movie Star 4) Will have a magazine photo shoot of you 5) Will [...]
My First “Trash to Treasure Tuesday” ~ Picture
MMM…what is it? Perhaps an old vintage stove’s vent trim… The Muse loves circles…so as soon as it was “spied” for .25, it was soooo purchased on the spot! LOL We can all agree, this needs work! Paint brushes to the ready…(nothing is safe at the Painted Nest)! Copper, gold, and antique white…Paint on….wiped off…over & over (what fun!) And then at last…Inspiration! (please forgive the imagery, I was using an unfamiliar camera) Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
I take you back…To memories sweet…Of things remembered…In your sleep. Bring them now…To share the light…To smile of things…Oh so bright. Cradled deep…In hearts and souls….Listen now…For they be told…Remembered by…Both young and old. (2008 The Muse) Question this week for my readers is this:“What was the color/style of your bedroom when you were a teenager?” Muse says: orange & blue color scheme, style…hand me down chic ! I recall at age 13, I had found 3 rolls of discount [...]
This majolica tile looks perfectly at home on the kitchen counter. Like me, he loves his “home” roost. Yes, there is no place like home! Happy Nesting Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
Engulfed by Imagery…A Gallery Tour for Wistful Wednesday
With ONE word… describes how this art speaks to you… However… The objective is to not have any one word repeated… Example: A picture of a kitten… may bring words such as CUTE CUDDLY ADORABLE FUZZY Sweet Huggable Darling Furry Have Fun! Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
Traveling Back From The North Pole….
The Muse is moving slow… As there is lots of snow… But on to Pink Saturday… She must go… Handmade tags… Adorn the swags and wreath… That are sporting vintage pink… The Muse makes tags… From papers afar… She was creative this year… And made a car… The Muse… Built a house… With windows, doors, snow… And even a mouse… Can you see the pink trees???… But what oh what …. Is pink”er” than me?… ………………… ………….. .. …… …… [...]
The Challenge: The Kitchen! A startling story…(yes, just like the cover says!) O ur kitchen was sooooo bad… (ok, that is your key to ask”HOW BAD WAS IT MUSE?” ) LOL well, it was sooooo bad… That this sign was posted as you walked through the door! Yes, yes,…don’t let the kitty cuteness fool you… We are talking major mayhem of the highest degree! So much so, that scenes like this were not uncommon! (oh no … wait that’s me [...]
Remember Those Who Choose The Road Less Traveled
“If there must be trouble, let it be in my day, that my child may have peace. “ Thomas Paine Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
remember my antique french doors i found? well i finally used them…~ i paid 25.00 for them they wanted 250.00 (forgive the bragging point…but i so worked Muse magic on this deal) LOL (room is still in progress…my paintbrushes have moved so vibrantly about this room, honestly i feel as though i have been creating a symphony.. ok, that is Muse-speak for saying i am most pleased with my burgeoning creation of the perfect Musey kitchen ~! ) honestly a [...]
~Whirling Wonder ~ Outdoor Wednesday~
…whirling anticipation… …a fear of the unknown… …one more day of survival… …blessed, we’re coming home. Submission for Outdoor Wednesday http://asoutherndaydreamer.blogspot.com/ Hostess, Ms Susan The Muse extends her invitation to all who pass these aged doors… Word Games ~ adivashammer.blogspot Poetry ~ adivashammer.com Food Quips ~ mysterymeatloaf.blogspot Design & Art ~ myladydujour.com Love & heaven’s Blessings, The Muse Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
PROBLEMS AT MUSE CENTRAL! (sigh) Our blog suffered an attack of EEKINESS~ But all things happen for a reason… so I am trying to make the best out of a bad situation. And figured I would look at this onslaught of nastiness, as an opportunity to create some good. (that will teach them, right) LOL Sorry that the page links are not yet installed… However, the blogs are up. I will continue to get my “Blogger Love” buttons and Blog [...]


Comments (31)
i commented below you on sits today, so i just stopped by to say, “hello.” i like the dog pictures and your “think a thought tuesdays.” what a fun game!!
That is bustin’-at-the-seams cute! Really!
Well…I see one of the dogs chose a tree for you…but you are spending all your time decorating the little cutie pooch instead of your Christmas tree…LOL
Too cute!!
SO Adorable!!
So cute! Are these your dogs? That is a beautiful Great Dane. Looks like a lot of snow there.
and a Merry Christmas to you and a very happy New Year, xv.
Hi Muse! Oh my gosh these doggies are sooooooooooooooo cute! lol.. Love them
Miriam
Dear Sweet Muse,
These pups are too precious! I love dogs more than anything, and those two are dolls! Are they yours? If so, they are mighty shiny so you better watch out!
Love to you, my dear friend!
XO,
Sheila… who is tired, but alive and happy to be so!
Very sweet pics. Merry Christmas to you too.
Too freakin cute! Thanks for making me smile!!
#1 Visions of sugar plums…
#2 Chilly!
Please let us know your babies names, so adorable. And oh my the snow snow White Christmas for you my dear friend. Can you stand the cold? You’re probably use to it huh?
Awe….so cute! I love the pictures of your dogs….what a beautiful time of year to catch them comeon please share your babies names as Raquel stated.lol lol Merry Xmas Muse….xoxoxoxox What type of dog in the last pic.
Oh my how picture perfect. Too cute. Loved the pics so. What are their names?
Oh super duper (:) I am so pleased you added me and thanks on my blog ..Yours is so interesting an lovely to look at too
Am watching Paul Newman and Liz Taylor in ”cat on a hot tin roof”..but am getting tired of all the yelling and its bedtime anyway (:) So off to bed..
Hugs, Patty
cute puppies! Love the decorated dog!Smiling!
made an icky sick person feel better with pictures!
A miracle worker!LOL
Tracy
Okay, both of these are absolutely adorable! I LOVE the top one–but you know me, I love bling. Hehe. Thanks for making me smile today!
SO cute!
Happy holidays
Merry Christmas to you and yours. The pictures are adorable. Thanks for adding me to bloglist. I am doing the same. Love, Judy
Very cute!
Aw, I feel honored that you added me! I keep meaning to hit every link over on your side bar (your side bar looks like a lot of fun, just waiting to happen), and never get back to it! That’s my plan now for the afternoon! Macaroni and Cheese (homemade with big ole chunks of ham) and The Muses’ sidebar!
Wow! I was blown away when I saw these two pictures of your precious dogs!
Thanks for sharing!
Malisa
Wow! I was blown away when I saw these two pictures of your precious dogs!
Thanks for sharing!
Malisa
HELLO MUSE!
THANKS SO MUCH FOR COMING BY AND YOUR KIND COMMENTS. I REALLY DO APPRECIATE IT. I WILL ADD YOU AS WELL.
ARE THESE YOUR DOGGIES? THEY ARE PRECIOUS AND WONDERFUL PHOTOGRAPHY TOO!
HAVE A PEACEFUL SUNDAY. TALK TO YOU SOON.
~WARMLY, MELISSA
Clearly posted to balance all the photos of cats under Christmas trees.
Great photos, Muse!
Is there anything you can’t do?!
Jlo
Adorable. Pam
thank you for lovely comment! cute photo and blog!
Very lovely pictures of the dog. I particularly like the sleepy Christmas one. It is so cute and it reminds me of the peacefulness of Christmas. Thanks!
AWWWW the top pooch looks kinda like my Crumpie…I always love a doggie picture!
As a HUGE dog lover, I thoroughly LOVE these pictures!