Archive for July, 2008

Ethel Garden Gloves & Bird Houses

Thursday, July 31st, 2008

Posted by: Brenda Kula | July 31, 2008

I wanted to share with you a pair of garden gloves I find to my liking. They are called The Ethel Glove. Peruse this website and you may find a pattern you fall in love with. They are stylish, washable, and well-fitting. (more…)

Grandbaby News!

Tuesday, July 29th, 2008

Posted by: Brenda Kula | July 29, 2008

Well…my oldest daughter called this morning just after her ultrasound. She’s the mother of my four year old grandson on the sidebar. Guess what we’re having? A GIRL!!! We were both screaming through the phone. Two high-pitched, screeching, elated women. Me doing the I’m-so-happy, oh-so-happy dance; she in her car on the way to a house inspection. She’s a real estate agent. (more…)

Thoughts On Blogging Do’s & Don’ts

Monday, July 28th, 2008

Posted by: Brenda Kula | July 28, 2008

Today I’m devoting my post to thoughts on what I like and don’t like to read in blogs. I’ve seen this thoroughly analyzed in other blog posts, opening up dialogue for a forum of sorts. Everybody has an opinion. This is where you can put it. I’m up for any and all comments on this debatable topic. (more…)

Doggy In The Window

Sunday, July 27th, 2008

Posted by: Brenda Kula | July 27, 2008

In my kitchen, there are no windows. I believe this is the only kitchen I’ve lived where there is no window to look outside. And so you can’t stand at the kitchen sink and rinse dishes, staring out the window. (more…)

Whimsical Garden Art

Saturday, July 26th, 2008

Posted by: Brenda Kula | July 26, 2008

My blogging friend at Aunt Debbi’s Garden has asked us to post about some of our garden art. I don’t know if the theme is actually "whimsical" or "silly." I suppose you could call mine both! (more…)

A Garden For Calista

Friday, July 25th, 2008

Posted by: Brenda Kula | July 25, 2008

(For Heather and her soon-to-be-born daughter)

Calista, one of the prettiest sights you will ever behold is a garden with flowers. This flower reminds me of a little girl’s hat you might wear to your first tea party. (more…)

Death Of A Shrimp

Thursday, July 24th, 2008

Posted by: Brenda Kula | July 24, 2008

I have (had) two shrimp in my small saltwater aquarium. Last night after the couple who own Lonestar Aquariums came to do their monthly deep cleaning of the tank, (and bring three new residents, dart fish), I decided to take a few photos of the aquarium. (more…)

Wild Child In The Garden

Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008

Posted by: Brenda Kula | July 23, 2008

The above photo is of a wild morning glory that sprouted up. I haven’t seen any flowers from the ones I actually planted. Just this one so far that is a "wild child." (more…)

Dragonflies For Alexandra

Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008

Posted by: Brenda Kula | July 22, 2008

Alex, I know you’re not feeling well today. And your surgery is tomorrow. I was just in the garden and saw this beauty. I rushed back inside to get my camera. These are for you, as I know you love dragonflies. Hope you enjoy the views. And that it makes you smile. Even for just a moment… (more…)

I Imagine

Monday, July 21st, 2008

Posted by: Brenda Kula | July 21, 2008

Alex from My Quill And Pen has tagged me. Keep Alex in your thoughts. She will undergo surgery to determine the growth on her liver on Wednesday. (more…)