I'm late, I'm late . . .

. . . for a very important date. No time to say "hello", "goodbye". I'm late, I'm late, I'm late!

That is certainly how I feel as Christmas gets closer and closer and I'm not ready!!

Captured Winter Fairy - Emily

This morning, when I went out to get the newspaper, I found this adorable little fairy making snow angels in the middle of our front yard.

Her name is Emily and she loves coconut macaroons and tea with lots of sugar. I think that is why she is so sweet!

Captured Winter Fairy - Edward

Yesterday evening, I saw tiny footprints all around my birdbath in the snow. I followed them and found this sweet little fairy boy talking to the rabbit who frequents the garden. I asked him what his name was. The dear fellow's name is Edward. He comes from a long line of fairies who live in these parts. He is one of four brothers and three sisters. He and his twin brother, Earl are the youngest in the family. If you listen carefully, you will hear him sing. He can make up songs at the drop of a hat. He is a pleasure to have around.

In the meadow, we can build a snowman

In the meadow, we can build a snowman . . .

Well, I "built" mine on an old, enamel coffee pot. I got in the mood to paint just as soon as the first cold front blew in. I love, love, LOVE cool weather!

Bat potion gone wrong

She knew that something wasn't right the moment she drank the potion.

It was supposed to make her nose smaller, but it made her feel very strange . . .

Enchanted Bat Wing Potion apothecary bottle

Enchanted Bat Wing Potion

concentrated bat wing extract

. . . just something I whipped up!

Captured Witch

I heard a noise in my kitchen and found this witch going through my cupboards. Since I was afraid that she might bite me, I put on my oven mitt and grabbed her. Let me tell you, it was a good thing I thought of using the mitt; she fought, bit, and screamed like a banshee. I just wish I had thought of wearing earplugs too!