Rainbow... My Sunday Photo

The first day of October brought an ideal start to the day... a beautiful Autumnal scene.

A rainbow stretching right across the farmland.

I've always said that this house was my lottery win and here's the proof. 

If you look closely you can see that the end of the rainbow actually does land in the field right next to our house. It still hasn't stopped me thinking that maybe hubby should go and investigate... just in case there is a pot of gold there!

I hope you have sunshine and rainbows too this weekend.

I'm going to link up with 
My Sunday Photo, 
Mersad's Through My Lens 
Wordless (on Tuesday at image-in-ing) 
Monday Morning Blog Club
Why not join me?

Thanks for stopping by at my place. 

 

My Sunday Sunset Photo and a little Pokemon

I know you have seen many of my sunset photographs from this particular spot but sometimes I just have to capture them. 

Each one seems so special and I want to make sure that I appreciate them. 

What a perfect way to end a day. 

As usual I'm linking up once more with Photoalife 

Why not pop over and see lots of other great photography.

Just before I go I thought I'd share Muffin's latest Instagram photo with you. 

Who needs Pokémon when you have a Pooch!

Yes I know the ball has seen better days, but she's had it since Day 1 and loves it.
She has other newer balls and lots of toys, but 'Wilson' has had too many adventures with her to just be discarded. 

(Don't worry I check it regularly to see that it's still safe)

Enjoy your weekend and thanks for stopping by my place. 

Hope to see you again soon.

Finally the sun came out...

Finally, the sun came out and no-one was more pleased to see it than 'moi'!

After what seems like months weeks of rain, wind and dark grey days, we're finally able to see the sky... so that's definitely worth writing about in my book blog.

I know you've possibly seen news coverage of the floods that have caused such havoc and mayhem throughout various parts of the UK, so I'll not dwell on them today.

But suffice to say I've never seen such huge amounts of water, river banks bursting and road closures everywhere due to the weather, since we first moved to Scotland.

Here's the scene today of the back field.

Yep we've got our pond at last!

It has been iced over so now we can go ice-skating too.

I wouldn't be surprised if a swan, ducks or even pelican landed. 

Oh you may laugh, but we've had ducks already!

Never say never I say....

Obviously with the sun coming out to play we'd like to be able to see it, which meant that the windows needed cleaning... nothing for it, but to get out there and deal with it.

I thought at first that due to the winter in-activities (ie hibernating) my bones were creaking, but I'm happy to report that it was only the little step ladder I was using. Phew!

A beautiful robin kept me company singing that spring is on it's way 

(hey a little kidd-ology never hurt anyone) 

This photo was taken a day or so ago when M&M were assessing the situation... to walk or not to walk. They decided that 'yes' they would?

Fun was had and the heaven's opened just as they returned... so the timing was perfect.

Right... I must away now because as you know the sun highlights not only dirty windows, but every surface covered in dust and muddy paw prints everywhere.

No rest for the wicked and I must have been really bad in a previous life... that's all I can say.

Have a wonderful Wednesday and thanks for popping into my place.

I hope to chat again soon.

xoxo

My Sunday Photo

My wish came true... we have sheep in the back field!

I couldn't resist taking a photo of them this morning, but unfortunately I had to take it from inside an upstairs window. 

The sheep are still a little nervous in their new home and run at the least thing.

They're just come right up to the house and set the intruder light off, but it's too dark to take the photo now. Mufftypup is aware of them being there, but can't work out what they are...  or what she should do about it. We're keeping a close eye on here when she goes out into the garden. 

I think the ewes might think she's a lamb. 

A small lamb!
(for those of you who haven't met Muffin... here's a brief video of her woodland walk this morning)

Have a great weekend everyone.

If you'd like to see more photo's... click on the link below.

Let the Cock Crow - PPF

Let the cock crow! Morning everyone

Although I'd loved to keep some chooks (chickens) I don't think I could have a cockerel. 

For instance, I was visiting an agricultural show a few weeks ago and went into the poultry marquee. Unaware that I was standing right in front of a prize cockerel taking in a cute chook opposite, he let out a cry. 

Oh my goodness did I jump... he gave me such a fright that I nearly laid an egg!

I did try to take a video of him but he went all camera shy and wouldn't so much as cluck!

Ever since that day, I've had a mind to paint a cockerel using the loose style that I'm trying to adopt as my own. 

So here he is...

I'm not convinced that he's finished yet. 

I haven't used any white highlights or finalized his tail feathers, but I'm actually being prolific this week for me. I'm actually painting two pieces at once!

(You can tell that the weather hasn't been the best if that's the case)

I started My Week On A Page #3

There's still a long way to go with this, but I'm pleased that it's well underway. 

I think I should rename 'my week' to 'my fortnight' (two weeks) because I can't seem to complete them in just one week. 

Anyway, here it is so far.

When I post the finished piece I'll explain why the objects have been chosen, otherwise this post will take a week to get through and I know you'll be wanting to visit so many other artists work today as part of the Paint Party Friday link.

Here's a view of my desk that many of you might not have seen... with my Quality Control Manager keeping a close eye on the proceedings. 

Well, maybe one eye as she enjoyed getting all roasty toasty in the sun.

But don't get carried away thinking we are having glorious summer weather here... 

...because just look up at the sky.

We certainly have had a mixed bag of goodies, weather wise this summer... but not enough warmth in my book.

Average temperature over the summer months for this part of Scotland have been around 12 degree's (that would be approx 53 degree's Fahrenheit)

Yes... for summer! 

Another view to show my feathered friends are still visiting me daily. 

The seven white doves sit waiting patiently to be fed.

They arrive early in the morning and spend most of the day here.

It's a good game for Muffin to chase them when they land on the patio, but they seem unperturbed. 

I think they have sussed out that she's all fluff and flounce and not fierce or ferocious in any way.

And finally, I wanted to share this morning's view from my bedroom window.

This was about 6.00am.

Now unfortunately the picture would be a grey blanket of cloud once more. 

The sun's disappeared.

I think I may have to be an early riser (which thankfully I am) to make sure I get enough light before winter comes to call.

Is it me or does this picture look autumnal to you?

Eek... I hope not because I'm still waiting for summer! 

(I think that might have to be 2016 now)

Have a great Friday and don't forget to pop across to the Paint Party Friday gang... 

they'd love to see you

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Toodleloo for now