I'm a bit low in gumption today, tired, but I did get around to a few things.
This morning I noticed a corner of the patio which worked like an illustration of plant lifespan.
Deciduous Japanese maple foliage, evergreen pachysandra, daylily with bud, bloom and spent blossom next to honesty now in full seed setting mode. That's a lot of information in a couple of square feet.
I finally got around to the quiches I've been going on about, two as easy to make as one. Here they are, smelling great coming hot from the oven.
Crustless spinach with several cheeses. Patti, if you're reading here, this is Diane's recipe from Utne Cafe days, still going!
And today's bouquet included two teeny pink zinnias. If you pick, they keep blooming to replace the flowers.
There will soon be more black eyed susans. A couple of these items will probably root in water and I may pot them up. The peppermint and the wandering dude are what I have in mind.
I did hold up the striped fabric to myself, to remember how much there is. Plenty for a robe and belt if I don't feel like weaving a belt. We'll see. Whatever I make will be simple.
Not up for drawing today, though I think I'll eventually make an artist book from my July drawings and paintings, using paintings for front and back covers.
But I did draw you a coloring template if you fancy printing it out and coloring it or giving it to a kid likewise.
You have plenty of choices about showing layers or depth, whatever you fancy.
Happy day! Color inside or outside the lines today. Or both. It's all good. No colors? Use a pen or pencil to create patterns inside the shapes. Just an idea.
I love that, in or outside the lines! Either works. Sorry you're low today. Hope the rest of the weekend finds you well and you get recharged.
ReplyDeleteThat's my hope, too. The recent stresses have probably got me tired.
DeleteThe colouring template got me thinking.....Then, no, not going out to buy paint/pencils/pens ...or anything of that nature..... yet. Lovely hound keeping an eye on your daily bouquet.
ReplyDeleteNo need to buy anythin! If you have a pen or pencil you can create different patterns in the shapes, instead of colors. Just sayin.
DeleteI still haven’t tossed my little bouquet, but I did do some yardwork today and mowed the lawn. Good thing before the temperature goes way up again.
ReplyDeleteIt pays to get out early. My energy hasn't been up to walking the last day or two.
DeleteI love topo maps, and am visualizing the topography of your template. It's a delightful landscape.
ReplyDeleteOur zinnias are just starting to flower. I'm looking forward to zinnia bouquets. Full credit to you and Mary Moon.
Sounds like it was a good day to read and snooze. You had enough energy to make those beautiful quiches. We make ours crustless too. Hmmm - that might be dinner tomorrow here.
Chris from Boise
I never liked zinnias until I grew them from seed. Then I got fond of them, as I got to know them. Funny that the template reminded you of contour maps, yes, there is a resemblance, probably subconscious.
DeleteI never liked quiches with crust so when I found this recipe I was so happy. Easier, too.
I think I came out of the womb with my colors outside the lines.
ReplyDeleteI don't doubt it!
DeleteI hope you're feeling better soon. Stress is hard on a body.
ReplyDeleteThank you. I'm finally realizing that the stress of all the small setbacks had worn me down a bit, and it's okay to rest.
DeleteCrustless Quiche? Yes please. I rarely make quiches but bought ones all have far too much crust and so little filling. I shall google for a recipe.
ReplyDeleteIt's a simple one, and I've never known it to fail me. Also you can season it to suit yourself. Maybe I'll blog the recipe.
DeleteA slow day or two is usually followed by more energy, though you haven't exactly been slacking, have you?
ReplyDeleteFor me slow means getting everything done, but dragging myself into it and complaining!
DeleteYour coloring template is a brilliant idea. I won’t be using it myself because even as a child I didn’t enjoy coloring in someone else’s creation. But it’s a great design and a great idea.
ReplyDeleteYes, oddly, I liked making it but I wouldn't play with it!
DeleteMy zinnias are looking tired, the leaves beginning to do that thing old Zinnia leaves do. I have cut a lot of them, have them in water. Hoping for roots to appear so I can have a second planting.
ReplyDeleteI hope you find your energy returning.
I've never tried rooting zinnias in water. Noted. I think I'll do better once I get the tooth attended to and decisions made.
DeleteI used to love colouring in when I was a child. I would disappear for a few hours into a world of colour. Unfortunately it was a much happier and safer world for me.
ReplyDeleteI've heard that it's a meditative kind of activity for adults. Maybe a little escape, too. I wish you'd had a better childhood. But you've given one to your own children and are now a great part of your grandchildren's lives, so there's that.
DeleteThe quiche does look good. I love quiche but can't be bothered with the faff of making pastry first so this sounds ideal.
ReplyDeleteI like colouring. Like jigsaws it keeps colouring keeps my brain quiet.
I hope you can read the quiche recipe, it's much easier than the crust type. I don't like crust, at least with quiche.
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