My walk this morning was so pleasant. In fact almost an Aussie cliche. The beautiful fragrance from the mature Frangapani tree I pass by each morning in the air was so devine.
A little sprinkle of rain along the way made all those cool smells and colours in the bush that much stronger. Raindrops on the ferns......magical! Two Magpies and a Butcher bird were trying to outdo each other in an early morning seranade sing off either side of the path along which I walk. Overseas friends google Butcherbird song if you have never heard it......beautiful!
I even had a King Parrot flash across in front of me and land in a tree close by so I could admire its striking plumage.
We are still binge watching our Swedish crime show and I thought a little work on my Applecores would take less concentration.....so I could keep up with the subtitles . I needed to cut and baste some more as my choice was becoming limited for the next row.
You will have to excuse this not so good photo I attempted to show you my progress. Its very hard to get it all in....
Work on Heartstrings has yielded one and a bit stitcheries.....not too many more to go.
Take care and I hope you can find something in your day to make you smile.
Namaste and Blessings Michelle xxx
That is definitely an Aussie walk. Pretty apple cores.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a lovely walk. What Swedish crime show are you watching atm?
ReplyDeleteAren't Butcher Birds the best? I wake each morning to their song, and note the slight variations they make from each other. A King Parrot sighting is wonderful - we get them about twice a year, they are so shy. Your walk sounds absolutely lovely. Much admiration for your apple core stitching, so clever doing all those curves and I know what you mean about sewing and catching the subtitles :) Happy days. xx
ReplyDeleteI just love the scent of frangapani. Such a treat when we visit warmer or coastal places. Your morning walk sounds very enjoyable. Both your projects are progressing nicely.
ReplyDeleteOh i envy you your lovely walking track. Love to hear the birds warble. As soon as i see my Frangipani starting to flower i go straight to them to have a good sniff. lol. :). Love your apple cores. Hugs,xx
ReplyDeleteI always envy you the frangipani flowers Michelle - they looks so beautiful that they almost look "not real". Your Applecores & your Heartstrings both look wonderful. Has your Lockdown finished yet or are you still being restricted?
ReplyDeleteYour walk sounds wonderful!
ReplyDeleteWe sometimes get the magpie/grey butcherbird duet - the sound of Australia! Love the scent of frangipanis, but sadly they don't grow here. You are certainly making good progress on those projects!
ReplyDeleteThe Butcherbird song is beautiful! Your Clamshells are looking greant and you cant beat a good book! xx
ReplyDeleteI try and find something each day..... Lovely finds on your walk......apple cows looking good and I know what you mean about the rest from them.....
ReplyDeleteOpps as I hit post I realised I wrote apple cows not apple cores.... Oops must be the farmer coming out in me 😂
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely description of your morning walk. We were entertained by a tui perched at the top of a tall tree singing his heart out this morning. Isnt nature wonderful!
ReplyDeleteOur local Butcher bird wakes us each morning too.
ReplyDeleteI used to have one come knock on my kitchen window for food...
You are progressing with all your projects Michelle...so I look forward to seeing more during 2021...xox
Good for you taking your walks.... and lovely things to see on the way... I do love your applecores.... won't Garry read the subtitles for you???? haha
ReplyDeleteHugz
Love your applecores, you are making great progress. Your walk sounds wonderful, always great to enjoy the sights and smells. Your stitcheries are very cute.
ReplyDeleteHi Michelle love your new header,lovely post ,Namaste and blessings my friend xx
ReplyDeleteDear Michelle, your apple cones are stunning, wonderful project.
ReplyDeleteLovely to have such wonderful walks nearby. The king parrots have been out and about around us, too. I will have to track down the trees that are attracting them this time.
ReplyDeleteLovely progress with your apple core stitching.