The Week



 Driving home after completing various errands, I happened to spy this graceful hawk.  He was waiting patiently for a dinner.  I quickly stopped and captured him forever on my phone.  How lucky was I?  I was excited to be at the right place at the right time.

Today, our son will be arriving for his spring break.  I still have to load up on some of his favorite foods, however I did plan out the menu.  I think it's so much easier to cook for more than two or maybe I need to learn to cook for two.  I tend to rely on salads many days.

I have a self imposed knitting deadline to finish or nearly finish the sweater that is on the needles.  So for the weekend I'll be working towards that goal.  This morning I'll be finishing up paperwork and making my to do lists, that will lead to an afternoon of freedom.

Today I'm enjoying: -a freshly groomed dog who smells delightful
                                 -a pink sunrise that is trying to break out into sunshine
                                 -recently swept floors (I should do it daily but I don't)
                                 -a tidied up work area
                                 -the beginning of the weekend




Have a lovely weekend!


Comments

  1. fjord girlMarch 15, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    I think that hawk is a great sign to the rest of your weekend Karen :)
    As much as I love it when my dogs get muddy and dirty...there is nothing like a freshly fluffy one. Have a lovely time with your son & family.

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  2. Debbie JonesMarch 15, 2013 at 9:16 AM

    I am only cooking for three now instead of six when all the kids were home and I agree that it is harder to cook for fewer people. I also seem to have too many leftovers...So wonderful that your son will be home next week. Enjoy the time with him. I love the hawk pictures. Have a great weekend.

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  3. Tracey ~ CloverMarch 15, 2013 at 9:19 AM

    I agree, it really is hard cooking for two. Truthfully I have so many leftovers in the freezer I don't need to cook, but I still do.

    I know you are so happy to have your son home for break, just don't look at the mess okay?

    Have a great weekend and I can't wait to see you finished knits.

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  4. Annie CholewaMarch 15, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    Wow! You really were in the right place at the right time!!

    Happy knitting, I'll look forward to the ta-dah :)

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  5. eidolonsMarch 15, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    We have so many hawks around here. They're common. And yet.. whenever I see one "up close" it's still magical. (:
    Have a great week with your son!

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  6. Kim March 15, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    Wow, what a great shot!!! Enjoy your weekend.

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  7. AnonymousMarch 15, 2013 at 10:17 AM

    Sounds like a wonderful weekend ahead :)

    Enjoy the break with your son. And WOW on the hawk!

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  8. MelissaMarch 15, 2013 at 10:22 AM

    Cool shot! After Sunday, it will be two at our house because the oldest goes back to school and the hubs is traveling for business. Cooking for two and a half when it's just us two - he counts for one and a half :) Enjoy having yours home!

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  9. flyingjenMarch 15, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    Have a great weekend with your son home!

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  10. the habit of beingMarch 15, 2013 at 12:29 PM

    lucky sighting! enjoy this week with your son - i know you must be happy to have him home :)

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  11. KrugthethinkerMarch 15, 2013 at 1:14 PM

    What a lovely photo! It's amazing the things we see when our eyes are open to the world around us. ;) Hope you have lots of fun with your son!

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  12. ~koMarch 15, 2013 at 2:05 PM

    Enjoy your time with your son! And isnt is lovely to be at the right place at the right time even for the small stuff??? :) Have a wonderful weekend!

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  13. Mama Gone GreenMarch 15, 2013 at 7:55 PM

    great capture! and have fun with your son!!

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  14. keishuaMarch 15, 2013 at 8:15 PM

    lovely photo. i hear you on the floors but i really only think about them when um, it's noticeable that i should be. one day...

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  15. JacquiMarch 16, 2013 at 3:35 AM

    Great picture! Have a lovely time with your son. Just said goodbye to my sister and brother in law after a quick visit. Back to cooking for 3 again. Xxx

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  16. LindaMarch 16, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    What a gorgeous photo of the hawk and how wonderful he waited long enough for a photo. Have a lovely weekend:)

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  17. Lady CordeliaMarch 16, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    Nic pic, mama! And on your phone? Wow.

    I love the smell of a clean dog. Don't have that here.
    I love clean floors, too. Don't have those much either.
    Oh well.
    XO
    C

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  18. no spring chickenMarch 16, 2013 at 6:51 PM

    Beautiful hawk photos! I love it when I'm just happen to in the right place at the right time. Enjoy your time with your son, and your needles. :)

    Blessings, Debbie

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  19. tessMarch 16, 2013 at 9:05 PM

    Gorgeous pictures of that hawk! Hope you're having a wonderful time with your son!

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  20. Debie GraceMarch 18, 2013 at 5:56 PM

    What a lovely hawk! It excites me as well whenever I see all kinds of birds in the area. Even little ones who stop by near me makes me smile ;)

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