It may be another indication of climate change, but I saw my first Junebug several days ago. I've noticed in the past few years that the Junebugs were appearing in May, but April? Early April?
Nevertheless, we are having some lovely days with cool mornings that warm up nicely. Today's high is supposed to be 76, which is pretty seasonal--and much appreciated, as back in March we had several days in the mid-80's.
The Farmers' Markets are gearing up around here, and I'm hoping to make a visit tomorrow. It isn't only for the fresh produce, but for the whole idea of visiting and looking and admiring.
I'm looking forward to the Texas Ave. Makers Faire on April 16. Another place to browse and see what wonderful items creative people have on display.
My brother is being inducted into the Louisiana High School Sports Hall of Fame on Tuesday. He has had an outstanding record, and even a gym named after him. We are very proud of Steve. :)
Another letter in the mail yesterday, and one ready to go out today. Will share those later.
Another letter in the mail yesterday, and one ready to go out today. Will share those later.
The postcard below went to Cheryl.
I took a pic of the steampunk mailman
I made several years ago, then added
"stuff" from PicMonkey.
This was mailed in March,
but I forgot to post the pic.
This was mailed in March,
but I forgot to post the pic.
I haven't seen the steampunk mailman, but I do like him! The look on his face is absolute surprise, as though someone asked him a ridiculous question and he can't fathom what the person is saying. That letter bag is awfully cute. I wonder if there's something in there for me!
ReplyDeleteHe does have rather protuberant eyes, doesn't he? He has tiny scrolls and maps in his bag, but I'm not sure if he has your address, Mary. Maybe his aerocycle has had problems, and he's worried about getting his route delivered in time.
DeleteWe are promised more erratic weather with climate change, so maybe next year the Junebugs will only appear in July...!
ReplyDeleteIf the Junebugs arrived in July, maybe that would indicate a cooler spring and summer. I could live with that!
DeleteIt's snowing here yet again today. I'm longing to dig in the dirt. You should do a pic monkey tutorial!
ReplyDeleteHappy Sunday
xx, Carol
Crazy weather! Doesn't it realize it is Spring? It shouldn't be too long, though, before you can dig in the dirt, Carol. And it isn't always so great--I pulled a tiny poison ivy plant before my brain sent the message to my hand. Straight inside to scrub and apply medication! "leaves of three" hit my brain even as my hand connected with the plant.
DeleteLove your steampunk mailman! How tall is he?
ReplyDeleteThanks, Anna! He is 5 1/2" and the little tin is 2"--so a total of 7 1/2" tall.
DeleteLove your little Steampunk mailman -- and its a perfect picture for National Card and Letter Week!!
ReplyDeleteHa! And I got a lovely card from you in the mail!
DeleteI love the pictures on your blog and I love the idea of letter writing - a lost art. I am so glad I stopped by.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Janet! I'm glad you stopped by, too!
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