Hopefulness

 



How has your week been? 

I'm excited to tell you all about the crocuses that are blooming while we had an unusual warm up that is ending today. My husband was working in our little woods and shared a photo with me. Then yesterday, I was in the front yard and spotted these crocuses blooming. I hope it isn't too early for them. Sadly where the snowdrops usually bloom, the deer have been nibbling on them. 

Frodo has been having a rough week. We went on two walks last Sunday and he must have strained or did something to his back, that is the best guess we can get between our observations and conversations with the vet. 

Monday morning, Miss Holly had a vet checkup and we expended all our energy catching her and putting her in her carrier that she detests. Well she detests being caught as well.  So while we were there we discussed her brother's ailments. So Frodo has been on 'bedrest' -- meaning no lengthy walks and has some pain medication. He is improving and for that I am so grateful for witnessing.

My daily haikus are going strong and the little sketches are also coming along just nicely. I find myself doing whatever it is I am caught up with everyday living and then 'poof' I have an idea for a poem. I like the randomness of my ideas and how they are mostly nature related.

I am done with the first sock and will be casting on the second sock this afternoon. I did not snap a photo.

Thanks for visiting and reading, as always I appreciate and value this little space that connects us together.




Comments

  1. BonnyFebruary 17, 2023 at 8:06 AM

    I really like those little purple crocuses- they almost seem to glow!

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  2. AsKatKnitsFebruary 17, 2023 at 8:12 AM

    I hope dear Frodo is well soon! Your painting is so delightful as is the photo of those crocus!

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  3. Deb J. in UtahFebruary 17, 2023 at 8:55 AM

    I love the little crocus, although it is a bit early for them. So sorry that Frodo isn't feeling well. Hope he back to his old self soon. I love your bird art! Have a great weekend. See you again soon.

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  4. Michelle GDFebruary 17, 2023 at 9:24 AM

    I hope dear Frodo is feeling strong soon! And I love (so, so much) that you're keeping this daily practice of haikus and sketches. Happy weekend, Karen!

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  5. MaryFebruary 17, 2023 at 5:59 PM

    those crocuses are so pretty! and sending best healing wishes for Frodo...I hope he's back on his four feet soon!

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  6. CathieJFebruary 17, 2023 at 7:10 PM

    Our crocuses are in bloom also, but temps in the 20s tonight will most likely kill them. I hope Frodo feels better soon.

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  7. JaneFebruary 17, 2023 at 8:13 PM

    Those sweet little purple flowers are indeed a sign of Spring and hope. My hope is that Frodo's back mends soon. Your artwork is delightful. Happy weekend.

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  8. sustainablemumFebruary 19, 2023 at 3:45 PM

    I do love delicate crocuses they look like they should not be able to survive the cold temperatures of this time of year. Your painting is lovely. I couldn't help noticing the shape of your fingernails which are same as mine, that could be my hand in your photo, how weird is that?

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  9. Judy S.February 19, 2023 at 5:26 PM

    Love that little crocus photo! Hope Frodo is feeling better now. Things here haven't been so great here this week. Our son-in-law's dad passed away on Friday, and we just learned that our son has COVID for the second time. Luckily though, our son isn't very ill, and the one other good thing is that Brent's dad is no longer suffering like he has been for almost a year.

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  10. Hena TayebFebruary 19, 2023 at 6:26 PM

    Those crocuses are beautiful. I love how you just poof come up with a poem.

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    1. karenFebruary 20, 2023 at 7:30 AM

      the more you write them the easier it gets to write them!

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