A peek into Israel

Ever been on a tour boat on the Sea of Galilee?   Mr. Vintagesouthern was fortunate enough to visit Israel and agreed to share some of his photos.

. . . fishing on the Sea of Galilee

a view of Tiberius from the Sea of Galilee

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Cool blues on a hot summer day

These beautiful lupines grow naturally in fields at Acadia National Park.

Their shades range from a beautiful baby blue to deep violet.

I so wish they could take the heat at home. I would fill by back yard with them!

This is one of the many small lakes in the park.

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Sailing on a schooner

The high temps today have me longing for Maine and sailing.I'm not complaining mind you. I promised I wouldn't complain about heat this past winter.

One of our adventures last month was to take the Margaret Todd Schooner out of Bar Harbor. It is a 151 foot schooner and cruises Frenchman's Bay.

Arriving early, I picked the best seat in the house . . . or so I thought.

See that humongous sail? I was right under it and there was a terrific rainstorm the night before.

You guessed it. . . When the sail was hoisted I got a free shower. I should have taken my soap.

Mr.Vintage, resting after helping to hoist the sails. Did I mention that it is a 

four man, four woman crew? And did I mention that Mr. Vintage really, really enjoyed his little boat ride?

The water and skies were crystal clear.

If you are going to be in the area or want more information you can go here.

No, I don't work for them but it was an inexpensive, fun, little adventure.

If the heat holds on  here I may become a stow away. I'm sure they could use a hard working Mema!

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What happened to June?

Hope everyone is having a great week and gearing up for the 4th!  I'm not really sure where June has gone. It has been a busy time for us with lots of birthdays, several trips and just life in general. I looked out of my window this morning and was pleased to see that my canna's are flourishing on plain ole' neglect!

A walk to the front yard shows all is well, except for a few weeds that have taken up residence . I would like to introduce you to my ant, Andy. We grow em' big here in the south!

See him... on the bench?  No, they're not quite that big around here in real life but if you have ever been bit by a fire ant, you would swear he was that big. Those of you in the colder climates are lucky. . . they are really mean little rascals!

I have some great advice I will share about getting rid of them, stick with the professionals!  I did some research (on the net) and came up with several remedies. First I sprinkled instant grits onto the ant hill. Supposedly, it will make them blow up when they eat it and then drink water. It only makes them happy and fatter.

Then I tried boiling water and adding dish detergent. It does a great job of killing your sod. The ants . . . well, they just moved the queen and built a new hill about 3 feet from where they were.Just stick with the professionals, they know what they are doing.

I have not had a chance to decorate for the 4th and we will be out of town again but I have enjoyed seeing all of the beautiful decorations on your blogs. You are all so talented. 

I did manage to change one thing on the porch. I pulled out my watermelon pillows. These will have to do until I get more time.

 I think I will research time management. . .  hopefully I'll do better than I have with the ants.

I'm glad you dropped by and y'all come back!

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Maine Retreat

Hope everyone is having a wonderful summer! I know I have been awol for awhile. I have missed keeping up with all of the fun things you have been doing on your blogs.
I just got back from a cool Maine retreat. That part of the country is just breath taking and the weather was a welcome break from the smouldering heat we are having in S.C.

After flying into Portland, our first stop was Camden. I love all the beautiful old homes on the bay.

The beautiful blue sky, crystal clear water and backdrop of the mountains created such a peaceful, serene atmosphere... unlike the hustle and bustle  I had just left at the airport. In my rush to get through security, I failed to remove 3 Tums from my jeans pocket.To my dismay and embarrassment, additional security was called over after the announcement that there was a white female with an "anomalie." After relinquishing my three little Tums I was able to go on my redfaced way! I really needed those Tums after that little drama.

Oh well, I guess they were just doing their job.... better safe that sorry. You never know what a Tums terrorist has in mind.

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Old but not forgotten...

The south is known for it's mills, mainly textile, but this old mill produced cornmeal. Although she looks ragged and worn, plans are to restore her over the next five years.

She churned out sack fulls of cornmeal to the community, and
travelers from afar from
1831 until the 1960's

Most of the workings inside the mill are intact.

The heavy millstones (some 1,500 pounds each) and the foundation are 

believed to have been built about the time of

the American Revolution.

As always, when I look back in time I am always amazed at the strength and determination

the generations before us displayed.

I become unraveled if the microwave doesn't work or even worse, the internet.

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Hope everyone has had a wonderful day. I just love spring time and being outside. My oldest Knock out Rose is just blooming its' little heart out.

These are my kind of roses. No pruning or fussing!

We couldn't resist a trip to the park in a nearby city with this wonderful weather. The flowers there were so pretty.

The grand babies were much more interested in getting to the playground equipment than posing for pictures.

They were little troopers. They did pose for a couple of shots to please Mema and Papa. After we got to the fun slides and swings, pictures were out of the question. A camera just can't compete with a good slide or castle.

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I'm publishing this post again. I don't know what happened to my other picture. I guess it is floating around somewhere in cyber space. This is the unedited version. The other one was better. It hid some of my photographer mistakes!
Thanks to those of you who visited and there was no picture. I really didn't throw it out with all of my cleaning but if this keeps up the computer may be the next thing to get tossed.

Today I'm joining Southern Daydreamer for Outdoor Wednesday

I have been MIA for a few days. After getting back home from the condo I have been finishing up a bit of spring cleaning. It's times like this I say I am going to give up thrifting... so much junk,  wonderful stuff. I did manage to finish up the last closet in time to get some fresh air and a shot of the lovely irises while they are at their peak.
I have missed  visiting your blogs and am looking forward to catching up on all you have going on in blog land.

Cherry Grove

Spring breakers are starting to arrive here at the coast but the warm weather is alluding us. Hopefully it will warm up before the week is over. I hate for all of our young souls to be disappointed. I remember spring breaks back in the day ( yes, even that far back). It was so exciting but such a let down if the weather was bad.

Cherry Grove Pier at sunrise.

This early it is just me and the sea gulls!

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My new friends...

It was a beautiful day today so I decided to take a walk around the complex.  I want to introduce you to my newest friends.... well sorta.

If I didn't know better, I would think they were giving me the cold shoulder!  Being the friendly person that I am, I decided to move a little closer. They obviously didn't see me.

Mr. Goosey immediately began to squawk. Just look at his little beak. If I spoke goose, I'm sure my feelings would be hurt. Shortly after, he and Mrs. Goosey just up and flew away!

Wishing you a Happy Wednesday and I hope your friends don't fly away!
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Spring has sprung

The Bartlett Pear tree is all decked out to welcome spring time.

... as well as the pansies.

Allie the alligator is checking out the tulips that are popping up in the pansies.

I can't wait to get out and dig in the dirt!

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That white stuff is back...

We got more snow here in S.C. While I love it, Skipper is not impressed. It is all over his yard again!

Took a short walk to the river and

down the streets in our neighborhood. No one is going anywhere anytime soon. 

In the south,

when it snows everything shuts down!

Thanks for visiting. I'll be right here so ya'll come on back.

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Snow! Glorious Snow!

I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas. We had a great time here at the Vintagesouthern household.
The grand babies were such fun. Their excitement and energy level was endless.

I am so excited. This is my first white Christmas!  They say we had one here 47 years ago but I don't remember it.It is a first for Skipper too.

We struck out for our walk this morning all bundled up and ready for fun. Skipper used his nose as a snow plow funneling the snow down the neck of his sweater.I had to take the sweater off of him five minutes into the walk as he was turning into a little snow dog.

We were walking along one minute and I was anticipating the beautiful pictures I was going to get and the next minute my bottom was flat down in the snow. How did that happen? I didn't even have time to brace myself for the fall.  After checking to see that no one was looking,  realizing I was still alive and had all of my limbs safely attached, I just sat there in hysterial laughter. My camera batteries must have fallen into the snow when I fell because when we got to the river for some shots they were gone :(   So much for the beautiful photos.

Once I defrost, and find more batteries I will be out and about again but I am realizing I would have never made it as a pioneer woman. Enjoy your day where ever you are and stay safe.

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Amish country - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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Early evening at the pier at Myrtle Beach. Gone are the summer crowds, beach chairs and umbrellas lined up in a row...even the sign has been replaced to warn of no life guard on duty.An occasional fisherman walks quietly down the beach headed home from a day of fishing.

Just the calming rush of the tide to the shore and an occasional cry of a seagull.

A perfect time for reflection. Reflection about life and the magnificience of God's creations.

Tomorrow morning will bring more visitors, children playing in the surf and lovers walking hand in hand but this evening all is quiet.

Goodnight ocean, Goodnight beach, Goodnight Moon!

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