Thursday, July 21, 2011

Simple Pleasures

A quiet morning ...

Clouds (we don't often see them in the summertime) ...

Satisfying a sweet tooth ... thumbprint cookies ...

soft cocoa cookies (more cake-like than cookie).

Lazy days of summer ...

Crochet to pass the time ... a project completed ...

I'm joining Dayle at A Collection of This and That!
Project Simple Pleasures2


“Happiness consists more in the small conveniences of pleasures that occur every day, than in great pieces of good fortune that happen but seldom to a man in the course of his life.” (Benjamin Franklin)

Have a great day! Friendship blessings, Tammy
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42 comments:

  1. Crochet Dude(Rob)July 21, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    your photos look like my day cookies and cuppa with crochet in my lap and my 2 cat next to me a on the couch fast asleep.

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  2. Karen @ Pieces of ContentmentJuly 21, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    The soft cocoa cookies look nice and so does the crochet.

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  3. Seaweed and RaineJuly 21, 2011 at 1:57 PM

    I love the photo of clouds in a blue sky... it has been raining here for about a week now. I am ready for a spot of sunshine. :) Your cookies look wonderfully delicious... and the song you have playing - mmmm. Takes me back and makes me take a deep breath. Thank you. :)
    Glad you stopped by my little piece of cyber space.
    Hope you have a wonderful weekend!
    S&R

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  4. TannaJuly 21, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    LOVE that pillow, especially layered over more crochet! The flower is perfect. You might need to do a little tutorial on this one. ;) I'm just sayin'! Photos of the cookies makes me drool... I'm trying to stay away from sweets... oh, it is tough. The cup of tea, cookies and yarn make me smile. A great way to spend a little time. blessings ~ tanna

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  5. Heather - The Good LifeJuly 21, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    A few of my favorite things are listed her as well. Blessing to you for a wonderful day. :-)

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  6. BeckyJuly 21, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    Im liking the soft cookies and the little kitty.Always sweet words and photos Tammy,God Bless and have a wonderful rest of the week.

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  7. Manuela@A Cultivated NestJuly 21, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    Thumbprint cookies are a favorite of mine. For some reason I always make them in the fall but why not now :) Kitty looks so sweet and LOVE that cute pillow you made!

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  8. Twyla and LindseyJuly 21, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    Tammy, your little crochet pillow is adorable! Twyla

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  9. LuLu KelloggJuly 21, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    The sweet baby curled up is just too precious!

    I hope you have a wonderful day dear Tammy!

    Love,
    LuLu*xoxo

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  10. AnonymousJuly 21, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    Everything looks wonderful but I am in agreement with Jingles.....snore.....
    Marilyn
    p.s. You asked about the crayons with the embroidery. Yep, I just use good ole' Crayolas or any brand you want. Color on a hard surface & give the depth of color you want. Then you iron it to set without a steam setting. It will fade some with washings but I hesitate to wash this type of embroidery a lot! Good Luck & let me know if you have anymore questions.....

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  11. Nellie's Cozy PlaceJuly 21, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    Morning T,
    Nice to hear from you and to visit with you.
    Loved your list of simple pleasures, they are all so true. I was mowing the lawn on the tractor last night and just looking up at the clouds and enjoying them so much. The Lord does some amazing handiwork doesn't he??
    That is neat you are resting....I believe resting is a very good thing, sometimes we just get too darn busy to hear from God, and
    that is just not a good thing.
    Our summers have always been laid back and restful as well, loved having my kiddos home,
    course, they are all grown up now......soon to
    be 27 and 34!! How the time does fly!
    Enjoyed my visit,
    Blessings for a great day,
    Nellie

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  12. NancyJuly 21, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    I thought those cookies looked familiar! Yum!!

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  13. UnknownJuly 21, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    What a beautiful post.. Those cookies look so yummy but I am loving that crochet pillow. It's beautiful..

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  14. LindaJuly 21, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    Trying to get caught up after being away for a couple of days. I'd love some of those baked goodies this morning, thank you. :)

    Looks like you're having a good week,
    Linda

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  15. UnknownJuly 21, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    I just want to go tickle that sweet chin of your kitty :)
    Thumbprints cookies .... Always a good thing :)

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  16. SusanJuly 21, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    Sounds like a nice day, Tammy. Jingles looks content. Susan

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  17. nannyJuly 21, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    Yum....thumbprint cookies!
    I love your crochet pillow...love it! It is so pretty.

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  18. Nikki (Sarah)July 21, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    everything here is total creature comforts...especially the cookies...

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  19. Yesteryear EmbroideriesJuly 21, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    Just dropped by to say hello. The cookies look wonderful! Such a sweet cat! Have a great weekend ahead!

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  20. Angela RichardsonJuly 21, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    Love the crochet, the colours are so nice. Yummy cookies and a contented cat, what more could you ask.
    Smiles, Angela.

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  21. Dayle ~ A Collection of DaysJuly 21, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    What a perfect post for the party. I think I'll have a cookie now. :)

    Love that Benjamin Franklin quote. So true.

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  22. Sonya BadgleyJuly 21, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Hi Tammy,
    I love thumbprint cookies! Haven't had them in so long! Your crochet work looks beautiful. Always enjoy photos of our kitties.:)
    Hugs,
    Sonya

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  23. PixieJuly 21, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Hi there and thank you so much for dropping by at my little 'crafte nook', i love to hear from new people...love your blog by the way, i shall have to set some time by to have a good ol' look later....
    Have a good day Pixie :)

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  24. Mariette's Back to BasicsJuly 21, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    Dearest Tammy,

    What a feast and it's great to see that you keep yourself busy with fun projects.
    Benjamin Franklin was SO right!
    We are burning up with RealFeel of 44°C or 107°F... Poor plants. No wonder that we have no vases with roses this year!

    Lots of love,

    Mariette

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  25. KathleenJuly 21, 2011 at 10:29 PM

    Great simple pleasures post, Tammy. Your cookies look good and love that last little crocheted cushion, it's lovely.

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  26. Laura@OutnumberedMomJuly 22, 2011 at 12:20 AM

    Beautiful pictures.

    Those cocoa cookies look marvelous! (Love that Henry Clay quote, too.)

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  27. Beverly @ My Sew Sweet StudioJuly 22, 2011 at 2:33 AM

    Your cookies look delicious and I love the cute little crocheted pillow. Nothing quite so pretty as white clouds in a blue sky. All add up to a day dedicated to Simple Pleasures.

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  28. DianeJuly 22, 2011 at 3:38 AM

    Your home is so serene and peaceful. Enjoy the days. Diane

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  29. GayleJuly 22, 2011 at 4:16 AM

    Love the quote and the cookies look so good!

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  30. TeekJuly 22, 2011 at 4:27 AM

    your crochet is lovely. Don't blue skies just lift your spirit?
    Give the puffy stitch a try VERY easy..
    Thanks for taking the time to stop by

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  31. Draffin BearsJuly 22, 2011 at 4:52 AM

    Hi Tammy,

    Your cookies look so good and I adore the sweet little crocheted creation with the flower.
    The kitty looks relaxed and what a happy life a cat must have, sleeping. So happy to hear that you are going to visit Paris, you will love it.

    Happy weekend
    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  32. Barbara NeubeckJuly 22, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    Hi Tammy,
    Love this post!! everything I like is here.....blue sky ..white clouds....a sleepy cat and yummy cookies/biscuits...
    Here in Sydney we are into another week of grey sky and rain clouds...

    God Bless
    Barb from Australia

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  33. Brandy MarieJuly 22, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    Well that just helped me to raid the cookie jar for a mid-night snack :) Lovely peaceful photos. They almost have an old time flare about them that makes me love them a little more. Hope you have a wonderful weekend :) _B

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  34. Serena LewisJuly 22, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    What a sweet crochet project! Those jam drop biscuits (as we call them DownUnder) are a popular home-made favourite here. What a cute pic of your cat sleeping.

    A lovely simple pleasures post, Tammy ~ :)

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  35. Sheila RJuly 22, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    Sounds like a wonderful day. Love your crocheted pillow. Beautiful!

    Have a great day.

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  36. AnonymousJuly 22, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    Simple pleasures indeed :) and lots to smile about...love your crochet cushion.
    xx

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  37. KarenJuly 22, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    Cookies, Kitty, clouds, and crocheting-what a pleasurable visit I've had with you, Tammy! Thanks so much for visiting me, too. blessings on your day, k

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  38. Jen KershnerJuly 22, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    Love your pillow! I just recently took a crochet lesson. I'm not sure it's going to take but I sure do admire others crochet projects.

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  39. no spring chickenJuly 22, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    Love the cakelike cookies with chocolate sauce and walnuts on the side. I'm inspired to try something new today!

    Blessings, Debbie

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  40. ShandaJuly 24, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    Loved your story...one kever knows where their lives will take them. I ended up marrying a Zimbabwean. But we lived in Central America for 14 years and then Africa before coming back to the US> As I grew up also in Africa, it is hard getting used to living in the US.
    No, never been to India before. I'll have to look for your post on it.
    Now you know why your blog fascinates me....I love culture, travel, market places.........

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  41. Sandi~A Cottage MuseJuly 24, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Tammy that flower pillow is just adorable!

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  42. AnonymousJuly 27, 2011 at 12:08 AM

    Mmmmmmm....I want to lick the screen...your pillow is adorable.

    Happy gorging,
    Melissa

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Thanks so much for stopping by my little corner of the world. Your comments are much appreciated. "Courtesies of a small and trivial character are the ones which strike deepest in the grateful and appreciating heart." ~Henry Clay