Much to the chagrin of my friend Denise - I must announce today that there are "200 Days 'Til Christmas!"

I know what you are thinking - I am totally nuts!

In some respects - you are correct in your assumption. But, I digress ... Since my sabbatical began two weeks ago - moments have become memorable. As silly as it sounds - when you are stressed - it is hard to remember what you had for dinner the previous night. I can tell you what I have eaten all week! Today, I feel like the luckiest girl in the world.

Yesterday - I took a few snaps of my peonies ... their fragrance is intoxicating!

The blueberries will be ready to pick in a few weeks ... in my haste of life, I had forgotten these babies in the freezer! Thankfully, they made 2 loaves of delicious breakfast bread!

With 200 Days left - I am determined to make most of my gifts this year - and if I am unable, I will purchase from artists & crafters. There are to many inferior goods out there and WAY to many unappreciated persons who create masterpieces on a daily basis.

This weekend - I hope to create a masterpiece or 2 and savor all the moments. I hope you do too!
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