So, this quiet Saturday Morning, something drew me to the window....and there were two Mourning Doves, perched atop a wire! I was thrilled - as we don't see much of these little ones in Winter....seeing them filled my heart with warmth and joy....
Sending every one of you wishes for a blessed Winter... the "coldest time of the year" approaches)...(except for those of you south of the equator)...
Our friendship is like a Winter's wreath of fir branches....our "arms" meet and merge - from State-to-State - from Country-to-Country....and we form a bond so strong, so true....ah, it is a lovely!
And here, is my Winter Wreath...made of crystals - it sparkles and shimmers with a warmth that reminds me of You.
♥ Robin ♥
We have a lot of mourning doves here. I never tire of their song.
ReplyDeleteI remember those CA wet, chilly winters. I kept longing for some of the wetness to turn to snow, especially at Christmas!
I love that you have a sparkly wreath. I sent you a little something today. Not your Christmas gift, but a little holiday bling for the house ;)
It really made me smile and shout "ROBIN!!" when I saw it! hee hee.
Sorry I missed you last night. I hope you had a wonderful evening, even if it was just a silent, relaxing lavender bath ;)
love you, LS~
xo
Lo♥ (BS)
What a lovely image Robin. Friendship is like a wreath, I love that. Interweaving our lives with trust and friendship can only ever make us stronger ... and happier. I am so glad to see you are feeling more positive generally. It can be a hard road from despair to hope as we both know.
ReplyDeleteI MUST tell you about the opera! We went last night and it was FAB-uuuuuu-lous!!!! <- I don't normally use loads of explanation marks but this warrants it methinks. Oh Robin it was truly a wonderful night. The opera was funny, light, dark, the singing was just incredible and most particularly the chap singing the part of Papageno who stole the show completely. I haven't seen my mum enjoy herself so much in ages which was just the icing on the cake for me.
We have booked to go back in March to see Il trovatore ... I know ... more Italian light fluffy stuff, but I love it.
I was so gald to read about you laughing so much at "The Court Jester". Laughter is powerful medicine ... I'm sure I nicked that line from an old cowboy movie but I can't remember. Seriously though Robin, to feel like life is moving in the right direction for you is a blessing in itself.
I am glad we are friends. In english terms this is effusive stuff ... tantamount to a big sloppy hug ... well almost. Not quite you understand. We english reserve the right to be reserved. Har har.
Hope you have a happy sunday. xx Jos
thinking of you!!
ReplyDeletei'm following, lo, jos and mim.
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we are all the best company.
yippee-eye-oh!
:)
Dear "BS",
ReplyDeleteI know you remember those cold CA Winters....
Mourning Doves......aren't they lovely!!! Their sad, sweet voices are beautiful.
Sending you and "The Gang" many, many hugs! I am blessed to have such a wonderful "Sista"!!!!
Love,
♥ LS ♥
Dear Jos.... I am thrilled you and your Mum enjoyed "Magic Flute".... it is such a wonderful Opera...and thought there are many light and funny moments in it "Pap-pap-pap-a gano" is adorable, to be sure...still, the message is the Journey Pamina and Tamino embark on.... at the end, courage, truth and love lead the way to a good life.
ReplyDeleteAs for "Il Travatore"... I think you will enjoy that.....a convuluted plot.....but some wonderful music...and the great "Anvil Chorus"!
As for laughter....isn't it wonderful to find that one still can laugh! and..that it feels good.... it is, as you say, a long, steep road from despair to happiness.. there are a few of us currently climbing it....but I believe that our freindship is a bond..it's like linking arms together as we stride forward!
As for your being a "reserved" Englishwoman....well, perhaps.....but I see you as warm, open and honest..... you are stepping back into LIFE....and I admire you so.
Love,
♥ Robin ♥
Mim....I am still chuckling over your listening to "Wind Beneath My Wings" and other assorted "tunes"!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteLove,
♥ Robin ♥
oooh....KJ..... you made it here - in a timely manner!! Ha-ha!!! Yes, oh yes, we ARE a lovely, loving group!!!!!
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♥ Cupcake ♥
Lovely post Robin. I have been off line for a few days and zounds, the number of new postings!! Love the shot of San Francisco. and your beautiful words. Hugs, Suki
ReplyDeletedear robin -- that wreath is stunning....and i love seeing those doves perched outside your window --
ReplyDeletemost of all i love the happiness i hear in your voice --- may all the blessings of this season be upon you, my friend. sending love and hugs your way,
amanda
xxx
What a lovely image! It reminds me of a shot from Hitchcock's "Vertigo". Lovely post. I'm glad I found you, Robin. xx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful......and now you made me cry.....
ReplyDeletexxxMar and your Beaudor
Suki!!! I miss you!!! Feels like ages since we have chatted...this week, ok?
ReplyDeleteLove,
♥ Robin ♥
Amanda.....my beautiful "twin".... one of the reasons I am moving forward with LIFE..is because I have "met" you! (My fellow "Yugoslav"!) What a trip you have had.....glorious!!! And I felt like I was there too....
ReplyDeleteWishing you and yours a Winter filled with warmth and joy!
Love,
♥ Robin ♥
Ah, dear Tess.... I feel exactly the same!
ReplyDelete"Meeting" you has been wonderful!
Sending warm hugs (it's cold here....definitely "wooly socks" weather)!
Love,
♥ Robin ♥
Marja and Beaudor..... only JOYFUL tears are allowed!!!! You know how close I feel to you both!!!! And....one day, we WILL meet! I want a "big, wet one" from Monsieur B in person!!!
ReplyDeleteSending much love,
♥ Robin ♥
What a lovely wreath. I think it explains the friendship of Blogland so well.
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