There was plenty of sunshine...but still really breezy!
The temps were in the mid teens...very warm for this time of year...
In Fahrenheit that would be in the mid 60's...
As I was looking out the living room window...
Taking this shot of the grasses blowing in the breeze...
I noticed something bobbing up and down in the water...
The waves would come in...and whatever it was...was riding the waves!
As I zoomed in...really close...
I could see that it was a group of Hooded Merganser Ducks!!
Beautiful!
Can you see them?? In the next picture....
After we had our lunch...
Boyfriend took advantage of the warm sunshine...
I poked around taking pics...really windy!!
And I was busy cleaning up an awesome thrifty buy we got on the way there...
Will show you this week...fantastic!!
After we did the dishes...and tidied up...I looked for my skinny Snowman that I usually hang on the kitchen porch wall...
Could not find him anywhere!!
Found this tiny fridge magnet...with snowmen...and went with this!! hahaha!
Hope you all had a great weekend...
The weather was lousy...but still warm...still dark at 9am!!
Had dinner guests on Saturday night...most delightful...
Old neighbours that moved away 20 years ago...
Love to reminisce about the kids...and lots of parties!!
I cooked a Rack of Lamb that was heavenly...cooked perfectly!!
We are heading out for dinner tonight...
There is a new place that opened in the summer...
Called "Brown's Social House"...they serve a pizza to die for...
I have also had their Burger...excellent...but tonight...PIZZA!
Got some wrapping done today...did my cards yesterday...
I guess I am in pretty good shape...no baking yet...
But I do that closer to Christmas...
I am laughing! hahaha! Still need to get the boyfriend something....hmmmm
Have a great evening...
Cheers! :o)
linda
Nice pictures! Everything looks so nice and neat at your cottage. We're spending Christmas in Colorado, so I'm doing my baking tomorrow. I have to have all done by Wednesday. Yikes! I'm going to be busy. Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteHappy baking! Colorado sounds very exciting....driving or flying?
DeleteHope you find him something fun. Yes, it's like spring here. Amazing. I hung the bedding out this morning. And all of last week, clothes outside.
ReplyDeleteHappy Christmas.
I have an idea what I want to get...
DeleteGreat weather here...but lots of rain today!
Hopefully, you can get what it is you have in mind. Spring here. Rain yesterday.
DeleteGreat photos, Linda. You seem to be on the fast track this Christmas. Good for you. I spent a good part of today wrapping, too. The fun part was trying to figure out where to put the gifts once wrapped. =^..^= =^..^= =^..^= :) Glad you had a nice evening with old neighbours. Deb
ReplyDeleteWell.....cards done...presents wrapped...few decorations out...dinner guests finished...yes....I guess I am! Thxs Deb!
DeleteTell Audrey to behave!
I have to say I love to see that flag..and the ducks:)
ReplyDeleteStill gloomy here..we had 2 ounces of sun yesterday..
I am ready for snow..no one else is..I feel I need it for Christmas..
this is so unusual..
Keaveny Court..adorb!
I took those pics from inside! Quite pleased with the duck picture!
DeletePretty darn gloomy here too....a wee bit of snow would be nice....
Nice sign,eh?
Cottage-y weather for sure. Amazing. Sounds like you have Christmas whipped into shape!
ReplyDeleteLove the snowmen magnet - such personality they have!
I feel much more secure after today...now just bits and bobs to do....
DeleteYou spending Christmas with your folks?
Yes. I traditionally spend Christmas Eve with some very close friends and then Christmas Day with Mom and Dad and then sometimes off to another dinner with friends. Do you have everyone on Christmas Day?
DeleteYup!!
DeleteAnd perhaps boyfriends brother and nephew for dessert!
Love a full house♥️
It looks cold, but very beautiful with all that sunshine, although from what you said quite warm actually which is good! Glad you had a great dinner with your friends! xx
ReplyDeleteNot too cold...just darn windy!
DeleteHow are your preparations coming?
Poor b/f asleep . . . you really work him too hard . . . . lol
ReplyDeleteLooks a bit on the chilly side at the cottage but great shots.
Like the ducks especially . . . :)
Hi Eddie...
DeleteHe didn't do any work that day....hahaha!
The Ducks were cool!
lol
DeleteAw you gave him the day off. . . haha
Pleased to say I am feeling a lot better but I don't like this soporific weather.
I should think the ducks were cold . . . not just cool . . . lol
You are quiet on f/b lately . . .
I expect you are busy with Christmas preparations . . . . :)
yes indeed I am Eddie...
DeleteAlso Vivian 2 days this week...
Glad you are feeling better...
Hi Linda!! Always yours pics are amazing and beauty. Send you love and hugs!!!
ReplyDeleteWhy thanks Gloria!
DeleteI love hugs!
Sending you some♥️
We didn't have any sun at all this weekend and only a bit today all though the temps have been very warm got up to 16C here it has been raining like mad here thank goodness it aint snow or we would be digging out lol ! Lovely photos ! Sounds like you had a good weekend though . Thanks for sharing , Have a good evening !
ReplyDeleteI think the trees and plants need the rain...as there has been no snow at all!
DeleteTemps to drop this weekend...:o(
It looks beautiful at the cottage on the weekend! We had quite mild temps here too - between 10 and 12 - and my friend and I even enjoyed our chicken souvlaki at the market outside on a picnic table!! Tonight - miserable ice pellets and now freezing drizzle. Love the snowmen. Have a super week Linda! xo Pam
ReplyDeleteEating outdoors in December! Awesome!
DeleteStay safe from the freezing rain....
Hmm, I think that you and little Miss V. have matching blue boots, could I be right? :) Lovely photos, love the ducks and the boyfriend looks so relaxed. Still have to try Brown's Social House's pizza. Nice that you had old friends for dinner. Take care, Ms. Linda...
ReplyDeleteGood eye Hester! Hers have Thomas...mine are flowers, but def the same blue!
DeleteTheir burgers are excellent too!
See you soon....hopefully!
Gosh you have been lucky with your warm weather! It has been seasonal here, so can't complain. We have a Brown's Social House here and it has been here for ages. Must be a west coast thing!
ReplyDeleteYes we have...beautiful!
DeleteYes...they are from the West Coast....excellent food!
That is some gorgeous sunshine and blue sky! We are grey, cold and windy here! Brrr.....
ReplyDeleteSame here today Betsy....supposed to see some sun tomorrow! Cold for the weekend......
DeleteIt's been more dark than sunny here ... your sunshine looks so welcoming! You must be so happy to still be going to the cottage with no snow on the roads. You sound like you're all ready for Christmas! I'm almost there, at least the tree is up now ;)
ReplyDeleteWendy
Yes Wendy...loved that sunny day!!
DeleteMerry Christmas!
Hi Linda, beautiful photos - nice to see the beautiful ducks. Sounds like a nice, relaxing weekend! Seems like we are going to have a mild winter this year, which is a welcome change from last year. Of course, it really hasn't begun yet, so I had better not jinx it! Thank you for your nice visit. Always nice to make a new blog friend! x Karen
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