JBigg: Life in Kentucky

Goldfinches - Feisty and Fun

Don't you just love Gold Finches? I certainly do and watching them is such a thrill. Do you see the one at the top of the flower basket hanger?

You can see the finch taking off because there is a bird flying in on the right. Sorry the bird coming in is a bit blurry.

We use niger feed in the feeders for these feisty little birds.They are year round residents in our area. I love when spring comes and the goldfinches begin to turn their brilliant shades of bright yellow.

Did you know the goldfinches are granivorous birds that subsist almost entirely on seeds. They even feed their chicks regurgitated seeds. No insects for these little guys.

If you plant seed-bearing flowers such as sunflowers or coneflowers, you may be able to attract them naturally.

Thanks for stopping in to see a few goldfinches - Judy.

Linking to:

Masterpiece Monday at Boogieboard Cottage

Amaze Me Monday at Dwellings

Metamorphosis Monday@ Between Naps on the Porch

Inspire Me Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life on Tuesday

Your're Gonna Love It Tuesday at Kathe With An E

Wow Us Wednesdays at Savvy Southern Style

Outdoor Wednesday at A Southern Daydreamer

Home and Garden Thursday at A Delightsome Life

Reconnect With Nature Wednesday at Living A Good North Coast Life

The Pond Across the Road

What a beautiful view across the road I have. If you enjoy looking at water and don't live on the ocean or a lake, a pond will do.

Water is very calming to me. I see the pond from every window across the front of my house.

The pond was drained and dredged last fall. With the abundance of rain this spring it is close to full. My neighbor built a fishing dock which you can see in the next two images. Fish will be added in the future.

The irises are blooming at the water's edge right now.

Do you have a special view? One that you look at each day and it make's you feel happy. Tell me about it. I would love to know what makes you happy when you look at the window or walk out the door - Judy.

Linking to:

Masterpiece Monday at Boogieboard Cottage

Amaze Me Monday at Dwellings

MetamorphosisMonday@ Between Naps on the Porch

Mod Mix Monday @ Mod Vintage Life

Mosaic Monday

Inspire Me Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life on Tuesday

Your're Gonna Love It Tuesday at Kathe With An E

WowUs Wednesdays at Savvy Southern Style

Outdoor Wednesday at A Southern Daydreamer

Home and Garden Thursday at A Delightsome Life

Reconnect With Nature Wednesday at Living A Good North Coast Life

Life is Special. . . and A Spring Tablescape

Do we sometimes forget how special life is? How special our friends and family are. We know everyday is a gift from God but sometimes we forget to notice how special life is.

We are usually pretty busy in our everyday lives and don't often notice the beauty around us. It might be an iris in your yard.

Or a clematis bloom on a trellis that reminds us how special life is.

Spending time with friends is always special too. Today I am sharing a tablescape for special friends.

This table could be for friends that I see everyday

or friends that I don't see often but are so very special.

It's their friendship that makes it special.

The table is cheery and bright with an April Cornell tablecloth. She always designs beautiful patterns and borders.

A stack of Bordallo Pinheiro dinnerware.

Matching napkins tied with a ribbon to resemble a bow tucked under the bowl.

A centerpiece of white geraniums in a white planter.

The table is ready and now I'm waiting for my friends to arrive. But most of all just remember:

Life is Special with Friends Like You.

- Judy

Linking to:

Masterpiece Monday at Boogieboard Cottage

Make-It-Pretty Monday’s at The Dedicated House

Amaze Me Monday at Dwellings

Metamorphosis Monday@ Between Naps on the Porch

Mod Mix Monday @ Mod Vintage Life

Mosaic Monday
Table It @Rustic and Refined - Mondays at 7

Inspire Me Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life on Tuesday

The Scoop at Confessions of a Plate Addict

You’re Gonna Love It Tuesday at Kathe With an E

Tweak It Tuesday at Cozy Little House

WowUs Wednesdays at Savvy Southern Style

Let's Dish at Cuisine Kathleen on Wednesday

Centerpiece Wednesday at the Style Sisters

Ivy and Elephants for What Is It Wednesday

Open House Party at No Minimalist Here

Tablescape Thursday@ Between Naps on the Porch

Favorite Things Thursday at Katherine’s Corner

Transformation Thursday at Shabby Creek Cottage

Home and Garden Thursday at A Delightsome Life

Home Sweet Home at The Charm of Home on Thursday

Feathered Nest Friday at the French Country Cottage

Common Ground for Be Inspired Friday

My Romantic Home for Show and Tell Friday

Jennifer Rizzo for Fabulously Creative Friday

Seasonal Sunday at The Tablescaper

Three Mango Seeds It's Party Time on Sundays

Favorite Spring Tablescapes

Purple is a beautiful color for a Springtime tablescape. I'm sharing two purple tables from my archives.

The first came from inspiration right out my kitchen window. My lilac bushes were in full bloom. Their purple blooms are so fragrant but can only come in door at my house for a short time.

My other purple Spring tablescape isn't as "dressy" but still a favorite of mine.

Thanks for stopping by for a little purple Spring inspiration - Judy.

Linking to:

Masterpiece Monday at Boogieboard Cottage

Make-It-Pretty Monday’s at The Dedicated House

Amaze Me Monday at Dwellings

Metamorphosis Monday@ Between Naps on the Porch

Mod Mix Monday @ Mod Vintage Life

Mosaic Monday

Inspire Me Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life on Tuesday

The Scoop at Confessions of a Plate Addict

You’re Gonna Love It Tuesday at Kathe With an E

Tweak It Tuesday at Cozy Little House

WowUs Wednesdays at Savvy Southern Style

Let's Dish at Cuisine Kathleen on Wednesday

Centerpiece Wednesday at the Style Sisters

Ivy and Elephants for What Is It Wednesday

Open House Party at No Minimalist Here

Tablescape Thursday@ Between Naps on the Porch

Favorite Things Thursday at Katherine’s Corner

Transformation Thursday at Shabby Creek Cottage

Home and Garden Thursday at A Delightsome Life

Home Sweet Home at The Charm of Home on Thursday

Feathered Nest Friday at the French Country Cottage

Common Ground for Be Inspired Friday

My Romantic Home for Show and Tell Friday

Jennifer Rizzo for Fabulously Creative Friday

Seasonal Sunday at The Tablescaper
Sunny Simple Sunday at Sunny Simple Life

Three Mango Seeds It's Party Time on Sundays

DIY Showoff for DIY Showoff Party on Sundays

Easter Cookies and A Tablescape

Wow, these are the cutest Easter cookies I have ever seen!

Who wouldn't want to eat them before the meal is served!

The cookies were made by The Elm Bakery, Cleveland, MO (just outside Kansas City). They make cakes, cookies, health bars, and desserts and deliver in the KC area. Check out their site here.

Now on to the tablescape. This one is created by my daughter. You know she works many many hours at the hospital and has two young boys so not much time for tablescaping. But today she has designed one to share with you.