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Saturday, October 4, 2014

Giving You The Bird

Yep-It's true-
Today I am flipping you a picture of
A BIRD.

This one sits on the right side of 
my mantle.
This one sits on the left side of the mantle.
Just realized that he looks like he is molting.
AND look at that "wing tip" hairdo.
I'd say he will be flipping off and headed to
BIRD HEAVEN 
after this season.

I don't like to overdo the mantle
in our family room
because I don't want to cover up
our artwork done by local artist
Carolyn Barnard.
It is called
BAY BEACH.
 Sorry-best I could do with
the light that floods this room.
        
            Our youngest daughter got married
there-out back by the water
a few years ago.
What you see is the back veranda of
the pavillion.
So- That's it-
 A bit of Fall in the Family Room.
I got lots more to show you...
but first I got another 
BIRD to take care of.
Is it just me or does
THAT CHICKEN
look shy?  

Happy Saturday!!!
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45 comments:

  1. Laura @ duke manor farmOctober 4, 2014 at 5:53 AM

    Your a hoot! Happy Saturday back to you,

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  2. SylviaOctober 4, 2014 at 5:55 AM

    Pretty daughter's wedding photo;, congratulations!
    That bird looks like it's all cuddled up for a nap.

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  3. vivianOctober 4, 2014 at 6:23 AM

    lol! I thnk that chicken does look shy! dont send the bird to bird heaven! just make him a party hat! Im cooking a bird today too.. a nice big ol turkey breast! (so its just part of a bird!) Im on call and it started out BUSY! worked 3.5 hours last night and Im looking at probably 5 crazy hours today. maybe I should cook that turkey this morning before I go out.. in case I dont get back early enough to cook it. hmmmmm...
    have a great weekend!
    xoxo
    vivian

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  4. Tessa~ Here there be musingOctober 4, 2014 at 6:47 AM

    Awww, I love your old raven. Even if he is getting a bit worn. ,-)

    Happy October,
    Tessa~
    "Here there be musing" blog

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  5. Kim October 4, 2014 at 7:13 AM

    I have a few of those crows, left on my doorstep as a prank, by a friend. I need to set them out! We're off to a wedding today, so I don't have to think about any other kind of bird. We're getting fed! ;) Your daughter is beautiful.

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  6. DeeOctober 4, 2014 at 7:13 AM

    I'm making chicken tonight for dinner, too. I just took it out of the freezer. I think your chicken looks a lot shyer than mine, though... lol.

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  7. AnonymousOctober 4, 2014 at 7:14 AM

    I think its wonderful to have the painting of the place they were wed, how perfect! I think the ruffled feathers give that old crow character!!! We had an old shabby crow strutting around the yard yesterday, looked just like this!

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  8. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeOctober 4, 2014 at 7:16 AM

    Such a beautiful bride! Lovely fall mantle, and your black bird does look like he could use some Dippity-Do...remember that stuff?!
    Have a great weekend...
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  9. SusieOctober 4, 2014 at 7:22 AM

    Diana, I really like that picture. I think the mantle is just right. As for that naked bird, it'll look better all roasted brown. I bet it's cold there today. It's 45 here today, so far. xoxo,Susie

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  10. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsOctober 4, 2014 at 8:04 AM

    Ha, what a title to see first thing on Saturday morning! : ) I think you did a good job on your mantle, the picture is still viewable but you've got your touch of Fall in.

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  11. Patty @ That's So PrettyOctober 4, 2014 at 8:12 AM

    Beautiful and bride and lovely touches of fall :)

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  12. Victoria's Vintage DesignsOctober 4, 2014 at 8:41 AM

    Yup that chicken looks real shy to me! Love the artwork & mantle! v

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  13. LindaOctober 4, 2014 at 8:52 AM

    I hafta agree...........it's time for the bird to go. Otherwise that mantle looks great! Sad to say but I have been feeling the way your chicken looks......but am slowly coming out of it. I'll be back to my old sassy self soon. Looking forward to more fall decorations.

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  14. Ann@A Sentimental LifeOctober 4, 2014 at 8:56 AM

    You goofy girl! Fall mantle looks beautiful

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  15. Jane@Bluebird1959October 4, 2014 at 8:59 AM

    Thanks for giving me the bird!!! Love the Bay Beach picture and especially that it is so meaningful to your family. I am actually watching the first snowflakes of the season right now.....brrrr! Not sure I'm ready for it! Have a super weekend my friend!

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  16. Simply LKJOctober 4, 2014 at 9:39 AM

    What a beautiful print! Love the fall touches. And, as usual you have me laughing!! It's gonna be a great weekend. Baby girl flew home to surprise me.

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  17. GertOctober 4, 2014 at 9:48 AM

    Beautiful painting and such a pretty mantle! I think there is bird on the brain today....lol I'm lovin it!

    Blessings,
    Gert

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  18. NellieOctober 4, 2014 at 9:50 AM

    That is a gorgeous painting! Crows are not my favorite, though. Or - would yours be ravens? xo Nellie

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  19. Julie's LifestyleOctober 4, 2014 at 10:05 AM

    Hi Diana, I love the crows and where your daughter got married looks so pretty. I love the painting. Have a nice weekend.
    Julie

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  20. Red Rose AlleyOctober 4, 2014 at 10:37 AM

    Diana,
    Your mantel looks nice. Sometimes simple is best. I love all the oranges and reds and golds in this season. Your mantel displays them all.

    Jess' birthday is on Sunday. Stop on by if you get a chance. Have a great weekend, dear Diana.

    love,
    ~Sheri

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  21. Red Rose AlleyOctober 4, 2014 at 10:39 AM

    by the way, I was wondering is that a crow or a raven? I can never tell. :~)

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  22. JunkchiccottageOctober 4, 2014 at 10:56 AM

    Love the mantel. Ha ha I see the final bird as looking shy too. How funny! Have a great week end.
    Kris

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  23. Row homes and CobblestonesOctober 4, 2014 at 12:20 PM

    Mantel looks really cool. I too have Ravens in our house. Love the painting. Happy Saturday.
    xoxo,
    Vera

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  24. DebbieOctober 4, 2014 at 1:02 PM

    lol....of course he's a little shy...he's buck naked for the whole blog world to see!!!
    Love your mantle, Diana! It's done just right! BEEEEEAUTIFUL!!
    Have a joyous weekend, dear friend of mine.
    Debbie
    xo

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  25. Susan' Hearts and FlowersOctober 4, 2014 at 1:07 PM

    Diana , you are too funny. Love the art work and the mantle!!

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  26. Mary@mydogsmygardenandmaryOctober 4, 2014 at 1:39 PM

    Love the art work and mantle they look real good together. You missed your calling in life ... Good luck with your birds. LOL
    Mary

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  27. Pam KesslerOctober 4, 2014 at 2:24 PM

    Great mantel. The poor chicken is probably cooking as I speak.

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  28. Lisa @ Texas DecorOctober 4, 2014 at 4:39 PM

    I really love that artwork, and the fact that it's done by a local artist, and is sentimental is even better! Love your mantel too!

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  29. Musings from Kim K.October 4, 2014 at 5:00 PM

    Such a gorgeous print. I like viv's idea of a party hat for your bird.

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  30. SarahOctober 4, 2014 at 5:25 PM

    Happy Saturday to you, too!

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  31. This N ThatOctober 4, 2014 at 5:27 PM

    A bunch of old crows? hmmm. That chicken looks cold..I'll bet you're going to warm it up.

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  32. Linda at French HollowOctober 4, 2014 at 5:44 PM

    Gorgeous painting! And I've never had more fun being flipped the bird! :)

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  33. DebbyOctober 4, 2014 at 7:13 PM

    A great painting. I agree with Viv, the bird needs a party hat. That poor chicken has seen better. You'd be shy to if you had your picture butt naked.

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  34. sweetvintageofmineOctober 4, 2014 at 8:06 PM

    I think you've started something with the bird? Does he have to go to birdy heaven? Too funny!! Your mantel and that painting is gorgeous~~love it~~ Blessings~~~Roxie

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  35. RURAL October 4, 2014 at 9:51 PM

    My husband went through a crow period a few years ago...we had them everywhere. Thankfully he is over that now..and we are back to normal.

    Your's look rather dashing.

    Jen

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  36. StephanieOctober 4, 2014 at 10:04 PM

    The chicken definitely looks shy! haha :)

    Your Fall decor looks lovely, Diana, and the crows are fantastic. I have lots of the live ones around my yard that squawk and squabble...I much prefer your "silent" ones.

    Hugs to you!

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  37. At Rivercrest CottageOctober 4, 2014 at 10:43 PM

    Looks lovely. Love the bird peeking out of the bush.

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  38. My Garden DiariesOctober 4, 2014 at 11:06 PM

    Your mantle is perfect! I love that you let that gorgeous piece of art just shine! And the bird is perfectly awesome!!!! And your daughter's wedding photo is stunning!!! A wonderful weekend lady! And yes that chicken looks a bit shy!! HA! You crack me up! Nicole xo

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  39. Patricia @ 9th and DenverOctober 5, 2014 at 12:07 AM

    You're hilarious...
    I love your birds. Seeing them reminded me... I crocheted a crow LAST YEAR! I need to find it and put it out for Fall. I really don't decorate for Fall... I keep saying that. But I have some junk SOMEWHERE I CAN THROW UP! .... so sorry, but that is probably about how it would look too.
    Nice that you have a painting of the place your daughter was married. So wonderful.
    that chicken didn't look the least bit shy to me... more like exhibitionist chicken! LOL

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  40. Deb @ Frugal Little BungalowOctober 5, 2014 at 4:38 AM

    oh my an X-rated naked chicken!

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  41. AnonymousOctober 5, 2014 at 5:29 AM

    Diana, what a beautiful bride!! I love the painting, and your mantle looks great!

    Kathy

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  42. SImple and Serene LivingOctober 5, 2014 at 5:36 AM

    I wouldn't want to cover up that beautiful picture either. I think a molting bird is perfect for Halloween. xo Laura

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  43. JOctober 5, 2014 at 11:56 AM

    AWWW! Don't you dare send that sweet crow to bird heaven! He sits in a box for 11 months waiting to come out only for this season! I say let him live! He'd be happy to just peek over the top of your pretty pumpkins!
    And speaking of pretty - look at that radiant bride! Your painting keeps that happy day in mind every single moment!

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  44. Blessed SerendipityOctober 5, 2014 at 6:05 PM

    That bird looks cold so you better get it in the oven and warm it up. Your fall decorations look nice Diana.

    xo Danielle

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  45. Maureen WyattOctober 6, 2014 at 12:50 AM

    My cats ensure that all decorative birds in my house look like they are molting. The mantle looks very pretty and just enough to not take away from the lovely painting.

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