As the Clever Crow Flew

Springtime at Ivy Hall

2008-04-30T06:02:00.003-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Sunny**

It's been an eon since I've posted! Here are a few pics of my little world springing back to life.
All images © Christine Geisler

Super Freakin' Busy.

2008-02-13T08:10:00.001-05:00

Will try and actually post this week.

Random Pic No. 2

2007-11-27T14:31:00.001-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Mostly Sunny**

This shot was taken on Thanksgiving, at the home of my in-laws.

Karmelkorn

2007-11-09T11:19:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Light Drizzle**

Do you remember when life was this simple?

Cerys Clever Crow, at age 4.

Cerys' Favorite Songs. Period.

2007-11-08T06:57:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Partly Cloudy**

Here it is - the cop-out of all blog posts - the "favorite."

That being said, I am trying to work regular blogging back into my hectic life, so I'll start with a series of favorites.

Nirvana

Heart Shaped Box
(favorite-favorite lyrics are in bold.)

She eyes me like a pisces when I am weak
I've been locked inside your heart-shaped box for weeks
I've been drawn into your magnet tar pit trap
I wish I could eat your cancer when you turn black
Hey
Wait
I've got a new complaint
Forever in debt to your priceless advice
Hey
Wait
I've got a new complaint
Forever in debt to your priceless advice
Hey
Wait
I've got a new complaint
Forever in debt to your priceless advice
Meat-eating orchids forgive no one just yet
Cut myself on angel's hair and baby's breath
Broken hymen of your highness I'm left back Throw down your umbilical noose so I can Climb right back

Miss Crow's Magickal Emporium

2007-10-24T12:50:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Blustery**

My latest endeavor has been to eek out a living as a digital scrapbook designer. It's a very saturated market, but I think that my designs are a bit different than what is currently out there. Stop by for a spell and let me now what you think!

Earthwise Bags

2007-10-15T06:22:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Partly Sunny**

These bags made by Earthwise are terrific. My local grocery store chain sells them for $1.00 each. They hold ALOT and are much easier to handle than the platic bags. Keep your eye out - perhaps the chain store you shop at sells them, too.

	Reusable
	100% Recyclable
	Strong and Durable
	Resistant to corrosion
	Hypoallergenic, odorless and non-toxic
	Washable and water repellant

Blog Action Day

2007-10-13T11:47:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Foggy**

All Blogs Invited to Take Part in Joining Voices to Help Environment

An international initiative of bloggers known as "Blog Action Day" launched today, with the aim of uniting thousands of blogging voices, talking about one issue for one day. This year on Blog Action Day, which is slated for Oct. 15, 2007, bloggers will be discussing the environment.  Major blogs have signed up to participate, including Lifehacker, Dumb Little Man, Lifehack.org, Get Rich Slowly, Web Worker Daily, GigaOm, The Simple Dollar, Zen Habits, Freelance Switch, LifeClever, Unclutterer, Pronet Advertising, Wise Bread and many more. 

"For just one day, we'd like to unite as many of the millions of bloggers around the world and speak about one issue - the environment," said Collis Ta'eed, an Australian blogger from FreelanceSwitch.com, and a cofounder of Blog Action Day. "We want to display the potential and the power of the blogging community, which is a disparate community but one with an amazing size, breadth and diversity. By bringing everyone together for one day, we can see just how much can be achieved, and how much we can be heard." 

Blog Action Day is a non-profit initiative, and will be an annual event. As an alternative to blogging about the environment on Blog Action Day, bloggers can opt to participate by donating their blog's proceeds from Oct. 15 to one of several environmental organizations chosen for this purpose: Greenpeace International, The Nature Conservancy, the National Wildlife Federation (NWF), the Conservation Fund, and the Sierra Club.  Bloggers who would like to participate in Blog Action Day should visit BlogActionDay.org or email Collis Ta'eed at collis@eden.cc, so they can be listed on the Blog Action Day site. To participate, a blog just needs to write about the issue of the environment on Oct. 15, 2007, or donate its proceeds for the day to one of the chosen environmental organizations.

Random Pic No. 1

2007-09-26T08:14:00.001-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Foggy**

My desk, with residue from a recent project.

Artist Trading Cards No. 4

2007-09-24T07:31:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Partly Cloudy**

ATC Swap:
Pagan Celebrations

Pantone Autumn

2007-09-10T10:03:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Partly Sunny**

I found this on Flickr. I am a Graphic Designer and I love Autumn so I felt compelled to blog it!

Artist Trading Cards No. 3

2007-09-04T13:09:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Breezy**

ATC Swap:
Funky Pumpkins

Artist Trading Cards No. 2

2007-08-15T07:09:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Mostly Sunny; Thunderstorms Possible**

ATC Swap:
Halloween is for Kids

Artist Trading Cards

2007-08-10T16:37:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Gusty Winds**

As if I wasn't COMPLETELY over-extended, I have been sucked into the world of Artist Trading Cards. I have completed cards for 3 swaps and am commited to two more.

First Swap:
Creepy Carnivals

Only 109 Days 'til All Hallows Eve!

2007-07-13T07:57:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Partly Sunny; Breezy**

Believe it or not, this crow has been preparing for Halloween for several months now (we "haunt" our yard). If you would like to view our progress, you can view our yard haunt blog, The Haunting of Ivy Hall.

Summer Blog Slump

2007-07-12T22:23:00.001-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Windy**

I'm not lazy, just over-extended.

Happy Independence Day!

2007-07-04T07:52:00.001-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Sunny**

I'm a Carny!

2007-06-21T10:21:00.001-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Windy**

I have been accepted as a Lucky Oliver Photographer! Lucky Oliver is a microstock photo company, where you can purchase stock photos for as low as $1. Please visit my portfolio at the site. I plan on submitting new photos weekly.

Happy Birthday, Angela!

2007-06-15T09:04:00.001-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Breezy; Mostly Sunny**

Happy Birthday, Kerri!

2007-06-08T07:07:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Windy**

Painted Chair

2007-06-07T14:41:00.001-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Breezy**

I've been on an organization and project finishing kick lately. Painting my office chair is one project that I've been wanting to complete for a long time.

Happy Birthday to Me!

2007-05-30T06:07:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Partly Cloudy**

Happy Mother's Day

2007-05-13T07:52:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Sunny**

Springtime Maidens No. 2

2007-05-01T07:17:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Partly Cloudy**

Unfurling

2007-04-27T10:40:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Partly Sunny; Fog in the AM**

I was happy to discover these ferns in our front landscaping beds. I don't like their placement, however, so they will most likely be transplanted.

For Me, Every Day is Halloween.

2007-04-16T12:32:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Partly Sunny**

"The Witching Hour" Original Collage
© Cerys G • Miss Crow's Magickal Emporium • Clever Crow Design Studio

For a while, I have been struggling with focus, especially when it comes to the business enterprises I have going on. My graphic and web design business is doing fine, although I could use a few more clients (who couldn't). It has been been my "crafty" business that has really suffered from lack of focus. I just had so many ideas in my head and I couldn't focus on any one. As a result, I've decided to focus my energies on Halloween related items. Halloween is my favorite holiday, bar none, so it was a natural choice.

The items I am selling can be found at Miss Crow's Magickal Emporium. I have many more items planned to be available for Halloween, so don't forget to take a peek later in the year!

Cerys' Netflix Que Reviews No. 3

2007-04-11T07:00:00.001-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Mostly Sunny**

I am SERIOUSLY behind on these, so here is a slew of reviews, however brief.

Here is my new rating system:

5 Caws - Phenomenal; My life is better for having seen this!
4 Caws - Terrific; Wish there were more pics like this.
3 Caws - Enjoyable; Good use of Netflix.
2 Caws - Just OK; Thank God it was a rental.
1 Caws - Waste of time.

Carnivàle: Seasons 1 & 2: 5 Caws

LOVE THIS SERIES! I love the concept of this show - an age-old mystical battle of good and evil set against the backdrop of the great depression. Carnivàle was well written, and had really interesting characters and ideas. I cannot believe that HBO cancelled it after Season 2. It is a shame that fans will never have any resolution to the story.

Be forewarned, don't watch this with your kids - there is much sexual content here. It isn't in every episode and it doesn't last that long, but when it springs up on you, it's usually a doosy!

Little Miss Sunshine: 4 Caws

A fun movie. I enjoyed Alan Arkin's character. It will end up in our DVD collection.

Everything Is Illuminated: 4 Caws

Off-kilter, funny and poignant at times, I enjoyed this movie. It was what I expected and not what I expected at the same time.

Good Night, and Good Luck: 4 Caws

Interesting historical story and well-acted. A little gem of a movie.

A Scanner Darkly: 3 Caws

My 14 year old daughter LOVED this movie - me, I guess perhaps I'm finally too old to completely appreciate it. Interesting, but somewhat predictable plot.

The Break-Up: 3 Caws

Some funny moments. Honestly, I'm not remember much that stands out about this movie, which probably says a lot.

The Wicker Man: 3 Caws

This movie caught a lot of flack from fans of the original. (No, it's not a direct remake.) I thought there were some surprisingly funny moments and I was intrigued by the story. Yes, it has a predictably unhappy ending, but I actually liked this movie. It's not ground-breaking at all, but this movie will end up in my DVD collection because I really liked the art direction and general odd-vibe this movie has.

V for Vendetta: 4-5 Caws

Well-acted, beautiful to watch, and a good story. A totalitarian society flick done well. It will definitely end up in our DVD collection.

The Da Vinci Code: 2-3 Caws

The book was more entertaining.

Ultraviolet: 2 Caws

Action and slickness for their sake alone.

Equilibrium: 3 Caws

A rather typical, totalitarian society sci-fi flick. Interesting, but somewhat heavy-handed. Decent action sequences.

Walk the Line: 4 Caws

Engaging; Well-acted.

Crank: 4 Caws

I really expected to dislike this movie, but it was pretty funny and high-paced.

The Skeleton Key: 3 Caws

This movie was universally panned, but I liked it. Somewhat twisty at the end. Well-done art direction - appropriately moody. It will end up in our DVD collection.

Tenacious D in: The Pick of Destiny: 3 Caws

A funny one-time view. Very Tenacious D.

Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby: 1 Caw

Too much, too much, too much.

The Prestige: 3-4 Caws

A decent story - you will probably guess the twist, but that's OK. Somewhat monotone, despite all the plot contortions. A movie that takes itself too seriously, but still worth watching.

An American Haunting: 1 Caw

The illogical behavior is annoying and the "historical" Tennessee vernacular in cloying.

Click: 2 Caws

It had it's moments but overall I thought this movie was too long and too predictable.

The Illusionist: 4 Caws

A solid romantic movie with good energy and great art direction. I enjoyed this more than The Prestige.

Blue Monday

2007-04-09T14:07:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Foggy**

This cold snap has got me down. Spring was finally here, the neighborhood was beging to become green again and my mood was definitely sunny. I couldn't wait to get started on the landscape improvements that we have planned. I was full of energy and finally making a dent on the organization of our home after the move this past summer. My productivity for my freelance work was at a high. It was wonderful to be able to take Magnus outside. Things were good and getting better.

Now, I've lost all my steam and it's really got me down. I know the weather will change. I know that I will eventually see the sun again, but MAN - this gloomy cold really stinks.

Our Saucer Magnolia tree on April 4, 2007:

Our Saucer Magnolia tree today:

Hurrah for Spring!

2007-03-26T13:12:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Partly Sunny**

Today is the day when bold kites fly,
When cumulus clouds roar across the sky.
When robins return, when children cheer,
When light rain beckons spring to appear.

Today is the day when daffodils bloom,
Which children pick to fill the room,
Today is the day when grasses green,
When leaves burst forth for spring to be seen.
- Robert McCracken, Spring

Happy St. Patrick's Day

2007-03-17T08:59:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Breezy**

© Copyright Paul McAlister

Stir Crazy

2007-03-16T20:58:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Hazy**

I am really, really sick of snow. Ugh.

Links Updated

2007-03-08T07:09:00.000-05:00

Since I recently switched over to the "new" Blogger, I decided it was a good time to add all the new blog links I've been collecting. I have so many craft blog links, that they merited their own category - "Crafty Crows."

Vintage St. Patrick's Day Postcards No. 2

2007-03-02T14:23:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Windy**

Vintage St. Patrick's Day Postcards No. 1

Incredible Movie Costumes No. 12

2007-02-27T08:24:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Fog in the AM; Breezy**

“So fair, yet so cold like a morning of pale Spring still clinging to Winter.”

Eowyn's Coronation Gown
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
Costume Designer: Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor

Best Costume Design (win): 2004 Academy Award
Best Costume Design (win): 2004 Sierra Awards
Best Costume Design (win): 2004 OFCS Awards
Best Costume Design (nominated): 2004 British Academy Awards

It's been a while since I've had a costume post. I think this frock is very appropriate for this time of year - especially when paralleled with the above quote describing Eowyn herself.

This costume is simply lovely, with a touch of delicate embroidery detail. It's refined and regal, without ostentation, which suits Eowyn perfectly. The gown reminds me of the golden glow the sun has in early spring. So charming.

Incredible Movie Costumes No. 11
Incredible Movie Costumes No. 10
Incredible Movie Costumes No. 9
Incredible Movie Costumes No. 8
Incredible Movie Costumes No. 7
Incredible Movie Costumes No. 6
Incredible Movie Costumes No. 5
Incredible Movie Costumes No. 4
Incredible Movie Costumes No. 3
Incredible Movie Costumes No. 2
Incredible Movie Costumes No. 1

Daydreaming of Lavender

2007-02-25T12:35:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Foggy; Drizzle**

This time of year is always rough for me. I've got cabin fever in the worst way. All I want to do is get outside and start planting things in the ground, and I can't. The weather here has begun to change, but Old Man Winter is desperately making his last stand. Today, he's brought freezing rain. Hopefully tomorrow it will be just rain and it will clear up the snow, which long ago lost it's fluffiness and it's charm.

My first plans for Springtime involve the planting of daffodils in our back yard. We have two Honey Locust trees that I think would look lovely with a bed of daffodils below them.

Next on the list (or as soon as it reaches the nursery) is the planting of lavender. I've always loved lavender, but I never knew how easy it was to grow until my husband and I began our garden experiments at the old house. It's easy and charming, aromatic and perennial, which has caused me to be doubly in love with it. It's always welcoming and it makes me feel like I'm "home."

The landscaping here, at our new home, is mature, but has been ill-maintained and looks it. I can't wait to bring everything back to life and I'll start with lavender.

Ice

2007-02-17T06:31:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Hazy**

Vintage Valentines No. 1

2007-02-01T15:08:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Hazy**

Scrapbook Page No. 1

2007-01-30T09:24:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Clear Skies; Breezy**

As if I don't have enough to do already, in what little spare time I have, I've decided to create a scrapbook for my son. I've also decided to make on for my daughter, retro-active to her early years. (I don't think that she should miss out just because I did not have the means to do so back then.)

P.S. - I detest "cute." Sweet, charming and sentimental are ok!

Cerys' Netflix Queue Review No. 2

2007-01-16T12:03:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Windy**

My theater going days have been seriously diminished as a result of latest addition to the family! Because of this, we have finally subscribed to Netflix. As an extension of the wonderful Netflix experience, I will be providing my reviews of our rentals here for all to see. I'm not expert, just opinionated!

Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

I loved, loved, loved this movie! It will definitely be added to my DVD collection.

I was completely moved by it's interpretation of the phrase "It is better to have loved and lost, than never have loved at all." I also loved the idea that you love who you love, for whatever reason, and that can't change.

In addition, I thought the portrayal of relationships and individual quirkiness in the movie were wonderful. Human relationships inevitably seem to involve odd situations, off-kilter reactions and individual foibles. To the outsider they appear strange, but to the participants they serve to bond and can become profoundly important.

Watch this movie! It's intelligent, poignant and endearing.

Cerys

Review No. 1

Happy Birthday Ann!

2007-01-01T08:02:00.000-05:00

Belated Holiday Greetings!

2006-12-30T07:54:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Windy**

Confused Daffodils

2006-12-19T09:39:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Windy**

The unseasonably warm daytime temperatures that we have been experiencing have tricked our daffodils into believing that it's spring!

Vintage Christmas Postcards No. 2

2006-12-16T08:29:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Mostly Sunny**

Antique Postcards No. 1

The Holidays are Here

2006-12-06T09:52:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Windy**

It's already the holiday season - I can't believe it. Time has certainly flied, this year! I am nowhere near as ready as I'd like to be. I hope everyone's preparation are going more smoothly than mine.

The photo above is of the garland I made last year for the live tree. I really liked it, but this year I simply do not have the time to string popcorn! Oh well, maybe next year.

Cerys' Netflix Queue Review No. 1

2006-12-04T13:39:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Breezy**

My theater going days have been seriously diminished as a result of latest addition to the family! Because of this, we have finally subscribed to Netflix. As an extension of the wonderful Netflix experience, I will be providing my reviews of our rentals here for all to see. I'm not expert, just opinionated!

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

I really wanted to love this movie.

As a child, I read the Chronicles of Narnia over and over. I even named my cat after a character in The Horse and His Boy.

However, I found this film to be lackluster. I just simply did not experience that magic I did while reading the books in my youth. (Perhaps these stories are really meant for younger audiences and I have grown too old.)

The production value was good, although it did bother me that so many things "looked" digital. The casting was adequate - nothing truly wrong there. So why didn't I love it? I really don't know. I just didn't.

Vintage Thanksgiving Postcards No. 2

2006-11-20T13:17:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Mostly Sunny**

Vintage Thanksgiving Postcards No. 1

Too Cute.

2006-11-15T14:31:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Breezy**

This baby squirrel came to visit us. I've seen him on the deck before, but this time I just happened to have my camera!

Weekly Weigh In

2006-11-09T11:11:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Hazy**

Now that I've given birth to my son, I currently weigh far more that I would like to! My highest weight, at the end of my prgnancy, was around 206 pounds. Yikes. Shortly after the delivery, I dropped to 175. My weight has slowly been dropping, but I've decided to chronicle it here, for all to see, as a source of personal motivation.

Goal Weight: 145 pounds/size 8-10 (pre-pregnancy weight; home scale)
Ultra-Goal Weight: 135 pounds/size 8
Current Weight: 164 pounds

Notes: I managed to almost entirely avoid the left-over Halloween candy. I haven't been moving around enough, but I haven't been a total slacker. More exercise is definitely needed to speed up the process! Also, I am too dehydrated - I definitely need to drink more water.

All Hallows Eve

2006-10-31T09:25:00.000-05:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Windy; Misty**

Vintage Halloween Postcards No. 3

2006-10-27T07:24:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Windy**

Hello, all! Things have been really busy for me, but I didn't want to completely neglect Halloween here at As the Clever Crow Flies. Here are a few more postcards for your viewing pleasure. Hopefully, I will be back to more regular posting soon.

Vintage Halloween Postcards No. 1
Vintage Halloween Postcards No. 2

Little Feet

2006-09-27T07:40:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Breezy**

Hi! I'm Magnus.

2006-09-21T07:08:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Foggy**

My mama is busy right now taking care of other things (namely me), but she promises to have a full update later today. Now, if you don't mind, I'd like to nap more.

Friday's Child

2006-08-18T05:30:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Gusty Winds**

Well, today is the day for my little one to make his long awaited appearance. At 4:30 am, I am being induced into labor. I am relatively nervous. All I want is for the little guy to be healthy and that there are no complications with the delivery.

Wish me luck!

Cerys

The hills are alive with the sound of crow calls.

2006-08-08T08:07:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Mostly Sunny**

© Mary McAndrew

One of the things I truly missed during our short existence in Indiana was the sight and sound of crows. You would think that in a state so full of corn, that crows would be ever-present. Not so, I say.

Here, in a land of hills and deep ravines, I am greeted every morning with the "caw-caw" of my most favorite bird. I hear them throughout the day as well.

I am so happy to be home!

Settling In

2006-08-06T11:07:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Hazy**

Well, we've been "moved in" for two weeks now. Things are still very hectic. Much has been unpacked, but all that means is that there is a mountain of boxes on the back deck that must be disposed of slowly by means of weekly trash collection. We get rid of about 10-13 boxes a week, so it shouldn't take all that long. (I am eager to be able to see the back yard.)

As excited as we are to be at our new home, I've realized that moving simply stinks. I am completely sick of planning how all the accumulated stuff that we own will "fit" into the new house, not to mention the constant shuffling of items that should have been disposed of years ago. Why I packed and moved all this unnecessary junk is beyond me.

Normally, I would view this as an opportunity to finally purge the family of the years of pack-ratted junk, but being only a week and a half from my due-date, all I feel is a sense of dread that I will be bringing the newest member of our family home to a house of chaos. This puts my stomach into knots.

In the end, this experience is very overwhelming. When I look around all I see is work to be done - not just immediate stuff, but future projects as well. I am excited for those future projects, but right know they just fill my brain. Add to that the restrictions of being 9 months pregnant and the normal concerns of bringing home a new baby, and I about ready to pop on all fronts!

Serenity now!

(I don't think I'll be finding it anytime soon.)

Cerys

Moving Day

2006-07-21T09:32:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Sunny; Windy**

Some of you may not know, but my family and I are moving! We will be 40 miles from our hometown of Youngstown, which makes us all very happy.

As I type, burly men are loading all of our belongings onto a brand-new tractor-trailer. (Everything but my precious Mac, which will be traveling with us.)

I will be without internet service from later today until Sunday evening.

To all those who remember that I am pregnant, I'll be fine, even though I officially hit the 9 month mark this past Tuesday.

I've been busy in recent days with attempting to chronicle the house through pictures. The pic above is of some of the decorative items I had in my bedroom. I was collecting them for crating and the late afternoon sun was hitting them rather dramatically. I think it's rather pretty.

Until later,
Cerys

Happy Independence Day!

2006-07-04T10:14:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Mostly Sunny**

Early Summer Garden

2006-06-16T14:32:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Sunny, Gusts of Wind**

Summer afternoon - summer afternoon; to me those have always
been the two most beautiful words in the English language.
- Henry James

Here are some shots from my garden.

Happy Birthday, Angela!

2006-06-15T11:12:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Sunny, Breezy**

We can pretend that we're this age again, can't we?

Happy Birthday Kerri!

2006-06-08T09:27:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Windy**

I hope it's a sunny one!

Backyard Birds No. 2

2006-05-31T08:07:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Sunny**

Another species of birds that resides in my backyard is the Red-Bellied Woodpecker. I've seen two of them. On occasion, they peck the neighbors house. We used to laugh at this. Then, one targeted our home - at 7am on a Sunday, right outside our bedroom window. It sounded like a mini jackhammer was being used in the walls. Ha, ha.

Backyard Birds No. 1

Happy Birthday to Me!

2006-05-30T08:05:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Mostly Sunny: Breezy**

Elusive Neighbor

2006-05-16T15:06:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Partly Sunny**

Today, after and week and a half of rain, I was finally able to get outside for a walk around our property. As I passed our cottoneaster shrub, I noticed a small movement. Knowing that it was just the ribbon snake who lives there, I paid no mind to it. Upon passing the shrub again, I noticed Mr. Snakey entwined in the branches. I was completely excited, because I've been trying to snap a pic of him for weeks - he never complies. Seeing him there today, so picturesque and willing, I started saying aloud "Oh, don't move, don't move!" while I waddled as quickly as I could to go grab my camera inside the house. My neighbors must certainly think I'm crazy.

Backyard Birds No. 1

2006-05-15T15:11:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Drizzle; Windy**

Nuthatch

So Scattered.

2006-04-25T08:15:00.000-04:00

**FLYING CONDITIONS: Overcast; Gusts of Wind**

I have ben completely scattered, of late. I've got so much going on, most mornings I spend too much time contemplating what to attend to first. Do I blog, straighten up or get an early start on all the freelance graphic/web design work I'm working on? Do I shoot some stock photos, tend to the garden, finish the Halloween scrapbook pages or wrap up several collage I've been doing? Work on my several side businesses or focus on getting everything ready for the baby (only 4 months to go)? Add to it the normal daily responsibilities as a wife and mother and my head is completely spinning.

Sometimes being an multi-tasking Gemini is too much.

Addition Blog Links

2006-04-25T08:10:00.000-04:00

I've added several blogs in the "A Murder of Crows" Section in the right sidebar. All of them are craft blogs. Enjoy!

-C

Red Dogwood

2006-04-20T13:45:00.000-04:00

Happy Easter

2006-04-16T06:39:00.000-04:00

Vintage Easter Postcards No. 3

2006-04-13T11:05:00.000-04:00

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Vintage Easter Postcards No. 2

2006-04-11T08:52:00.001-04:00

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Daffodil Days

2006-04-10T15:32:00.000-04:00

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© C. Geisler

My daffodils finally bloomed.

Sunday, I planted 28 more daffodils - Tete a Tete and Jet Fire varieties.

Vintage Easter Postcards No. 1

2006-04-03T09:39:00.000-04:00

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Garden Plans

2006-03-31T14:23:00.000-05:00

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Well, it's finally time to garden (well, almost)!

Currently, our main outdoor project is cleaning up the carnage of winter. Even though this winter was relatively mild, the backyard is littered with the usual downed branches of varying sizes. There are also leaves to be cleared out of all the beds, front and back.

Next on the list is pulling out a few rhododendrons that didn't make it. They actually died last fall, but my husband and I were waiting to see if there would be any sign of life on them this spring. We have eight remaining plants that did survive, so it's not all bad. We are going to put Yews in their place, to mix it up a little. We also plan on adding a few Yews to mask the various utility boxes that are on the back of our property.

What I am really ready to do is to work on the main flower bed in the backyard. Last year was my first attempt and I am eager to fix what wasn't quite right. First on that list is edging the bed better. Last year, the grass invaded, leaving the edge irregular and haphazzard. I plan on using a trench method of edging, instead of any border made of stone, etc. We'll see how it goes!

The Salvia, Shasta Daisies, Catmint, Lavender and Tiger Lillies I planted last year are already coming up. The Delphinium are peeking through as well. I try not to check these shoots every day, but I usually do, as my excitement for gardening is hard to contain by now. It's a bit obsessive, for sure! I've already purchased three small Day Lillies to add to the bed.

The Daffodils started popping up several weeks ago. They grow in one of the wooded sections of our yard and look quite charming. The Tulips have sprung up as well, but the bunnies have already munched off half of their leaves. I plan on adding more Daffodils in this wooded section, because they seem to be the only spring bulb that the bunnies won't munch on.

Out front, the mums have started to sprout. Yea! The biggest project in the front is the construction of a brick pedestal, on which will sit a bird bath. There is an area near our front porch that receives little sun and less water, meaning nothing survives there. It's just a dead spot, and we think the bird bath will accent the house nicely.

Well, I guess I wrap up for now. I am sure there will more to report as the season progresses. As usual, I'll post pics along the way.

Hurrah for Spring!

New Garden Post Up Later Today

2006-03-29T07:18:00.000-05:00

I promise.

Cerys

Happy Ostara!

2006-03-20T10:15:00.000-05:00

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Well, it's officially Spring. Bring on the warmth!

Éireann go Brách

2006-03-16T15:02:00.000-05:00

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Happy St. Patrick's Day to all!

Desired Travel Destination No. 3

2006-03-16T14:51:00.000-05:00

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Ireland
For as long as I can remember, I've wished I were Irish!

Desired Travel Destination No. 2

Desired Travel Destination No. 1

Vintage St. Patrick's Day Postcards

2006-03-14T13:17:00.000-05:00

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Happy Belated Birthday Ann!

2006-01-04T09:54:00.000-05:00

I'm so sorry this is late. All I can remember these days is to eat and sleep. Have great 2006!

Holiday Baking

2005-12-29T08:28:00.000-05:00

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Well folks, you've probably noticed a lack of posts lately. Although due in part to the holiday season, the main cause of this is because I've got a "bun in the oven." Holiday baking, indeed!

Right now I go through my days in a constant state of nausea and fatigue. I expect my posts in the near future will continue to be less frequent than usual.

I do wish to continue to post - focusing my mind on "other things" temporarily takes my focus away from my churning stomach - but we'll see how it goes.

Post should definitely be back on track towards the end of February. My Morning, Afternoon and Night Sickness should be well diminished by then.

Thanks to all those who read this blog - I truly hope you will stick around until I am feeling better.

Cerys

Vintage Christmas Postcards

2005-12-20T08:19:00.000-05:00

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Lord of the Rings Exhibit: Indiana State Museum

2005-12-12T13:07:00.000-05:00

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My family and I traveled to Indy this weekend to view the Lord of the Rings Exhibit. It was truly wonderful experience! The exhibit displayed items from The Fellowship of the Ring, and some items from The Two Towers. I didn't see any items from Return of the King, but I consider myself lucky to have the ooportunity to see any items at all!

Upon entering, I found myself to be a bit overwhelmed. Tears sprang to my eyes as I looked around and saw so many props and costumes that I have loved on screen. My family thought I was nuts, I'm sure.

We took 3 hours to view everything, but the time flew by. Items that really stand out in my mind were:

• Boromir laid out in the elven boat. So lifelike, you would swear that he was going to sit up at any moment.
• The various banners displayed overhead - simply beautiful. The Elven and Gondorian banners are hand-painted on silk. The Rohirric banners were embroidered. Lovely.
• Galadriel's Welcoming/Mirror Dress: Beyond amazing. The beading was to die for - so delicate and her jewelry was also terrific.
• Arwen's Ice Blue Dress: This dress is even better in person! The beading on the neeckline is so intricate.
• The Barad-dur and Orthanc "bigatures." Barad-Dur wasn't lit very well, but was fantastic. The Orthanc bigature just blew me away. Completely amazing!
• The Alan Lee original book illustation of the flooded Isengard - just amazing.
• Alan Lee concept sketches for Lothlorien and Meduseld. He is an amazing artist, for sure.
• Sauron's armour. Amazing in it's detail. I also realized that I used the intaglio pattern on the armour for the pattern on several of my wedding items! Oops - too funny!
• All the Elven weaponry: beautiful and graceful.
• The Evenstar pendant: The Noble Collection replica that I own is dead-on acurate. The Nenya replica is also really close.
• Theoden's Armour - wow.
• Eomer's helmet is just as cool in real-life!

All in all, EVERYTHING was amazing and I'll never forget it.

NOTE: Pics seen here are from other sites on the internet. No pictures or even sketching were allowed at the exhibit.

Incredible Movie Costumes No. 11

2005-12-05T09:27:00.000-05:00

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Arwen's Traveling Dress
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
Costume Designer: Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor
Best Costume Design (win): 2003 Saturn Award
Best Costume Design (win): 2003 British Academy Awards

I adore this gown and it's "icy" beauty. It's definitely on my list of costumes I'd like to recreate!

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Incredible Movie Costumes No. 4
Incredible Movie Costumes No. 3
Incredible Movie Costumes No. 2
Incredible Movie Costumes No. 1

The Snowflake Man

2005-12-01T08:03:00.000-05:00

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From the earliest memories of our childhood, many of us can remember hearing the phrase "no two snowflakes are alike". This discovery was made in the small rural town of Jericho, Vermont by Wilson A. Bentley (1865-1931).

A self educated farmer, Bentley attracted world attention with his pioneering work in the area of photomicrography, most notably his extensive work with snow crystals (commonly known as snowflakes). By adapting a microscope to a bellows camera, and years of trial and error, he became the first person to photograph a single snow crystal in 1885.

He would go on to capture more than 5000 snowflakes during his lifetime, not finding any two alike. His snow crystal photomicrographs were acquired by colleges and universities throughout the world and he published many articles for magazines and journals including, Scientific American and National Geographic.

In 1931 his book "Snow Crystals", containing more than 2400 snow crystal images, was published by McGraw-Hill but has long been out of print. A soft cover copy, identical in all respects, can be obtained today from Dover Publications, Inc.. On December 23, 1931, Bentley died at the family farmhouse in Jericho. Because of his wonderful work with snow crystals, he became affectionately known as "Snowflake" Bentley.

Snowflake Bentley Website

Pre-Posts

2005-11-25T12:12:00.000-05:00

Due to my busy holiday schedule, I've pre-uploaded the rest of the weeks posts. If you actually have time to read them, enjoy!

Tryptophan

2005-11-25T00:48:00.000-05:00

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Turkey does have the makings of a natural sedative in it, an amino acid called tryptophan. Tryptophan is an essential amino acid, meaning that the body cannot manufacture it. The body has to get tryptophan and other essential amino acids from food. Tryptophan helps the body produce the B-vitamin niacin, which, in turn, helps the body produce serotonin, a remarkable chemical that acts as a calming agent in the brain and plays a role in sleep. So you might think that if you eat a lot of turkey, your body would produce more serotonin and you would feel calm and want a nap.

That was the conclusion that led many people to begin taking a dietary supplement of tryptophan in the 1980s as a way to treat insomnia, but the U.S. Food and Drug Administration banned tryptophan supplements in 1990 because of an outbreak of eosinophilia-myalgia, a syndrome that causes muscle pain and even death. The FDA said contaminated tryptophan supplements caused the outbreak.

But nutritionists and other experts say that the tryptophan in turkey probably won't trigger the body to produce more serotonin because tryptophan works best on an empty stomach. The tryptophan in a Thanksgiving turkey has to vie with all the other amino acids that the body is trying to use. So only part of the tryptophan makes it to the brain to help produce serotonin.

It is the whole traditional Thanksgiving meal that can produce that after-dinner lethargy. The meal is quite often heavy and high in carbohydrates -- from mashed potatoes, bread, stuffing and pie -- and your body is working hard to digest that food. Also, if you drink alcohol with your dinner, you will likely feel its sedative effect, too.

There is a way to take advantage of the tryptophan in turkey. If you have trouble getting to sleep one night while there is still leftover turkey in the refrigerator, you could have a late snack of turkey and that, nutritionists say, might be the right amount of tryptophan on an empty stomach to help produce some serotonin.

Information from How Stuff Works

Happy Thanksgiving!

2005-11-24T23:35:00.000-05:00

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The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

2005-11-24T12:52:00.000-05:00

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For over 75 Years, Macy's has given us a tradition which both celebrates America and calls forth Christmas.

How did this most famous of American parades get started?
In the 1920's many of Macy's department store employees were first-generation immigrants. Proud of their new American heritage, they wanted to celebrate the American holiday with the type of festival they loved in Europe.

The employees marched from 145 Street down to 34th Street dressed as clowns, cowboys, knights and sheiks. There were floats, professional bands and 25 live animals borrowed from the Central Park Zoo.

With an audience of over a quarter of a million people, the parade was a hit!

Large balloons first appeared in 1927 with Felix the Cat. One tradition long gone is the releasing of the balloons. They would float for days and the lucky finder could claim a prize!

Through the 1930's, the Parade grew and grew. Depression-era crowds of over 1 million lined the Parade route by 1934.

New balloons such as Walt Disney characters were among the favorites and radio audiences were able to hear the ceremonies and Santa's arrival at 34th Street.

The 1940's saw an end to the Parade since there wasn't much to celebrate during World War II. Also, the rubber and helium could not be wasted.

The Parade resumed in 1945, and was televised in New York. The Parade also began the route that it still runs today.

With nationwide television, the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade assumed it's hold on the entire nation in the 1950's.

It also became a time for celebrities. Sid Caesar, Danny Kaye, and even Howdy Doody made appearances.

The Parade has always been known for its policy of going on rain or shine and the valiant efforts of the balloon wranglers should always be recognized.

The most bittersweet year of the Parade had to be 1963. Less than a week after President Kennedy's assassination, the country was still in mourning. But, it went on so as not to "disappoint the millions of children."

In 1971, the winds were so bad, the balloons had to be cancelled. Television viewers had to settle for clips from the 1970 Parade.

Through the 1960's, 70's and 80's, some of the favorite balloons appeared including Snoopy, Kermit the Frog, and Superman.

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is a true New York experience that is magical for both children and adults. We want to thank Macy's and wish them many more years of marching down Broadway!

(Information and photos courtesy of www.nyctourist.com)

Massasoit

2005-11-23T00:23:00.000-05:00

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The Wampanoag Nation encompassed the region known today as southeastern Massachusetts and into Rhode Island. The Mashpee Wampanoag are The Wampanoag Nation's sole surviving tribe on Cape Cod. While the Cape has recently become a home to many cultures, it has been the homeland, the motherland of the Mashpee Wampanoag for millennia.

The Wampanoag are legendary as peacekeepers. Their storied encounter with Europeans has been primarily focused on the 101 Mayflower Pilgrims, who arrived in 1620, and began to settle in a colony they called Plimoth along the Wampanoag Nation’s southeastern coast. The Wampanoag leader Massasoit (Great Sachem) Ousamequin (Yellow Feather) was a benevolent man and instructed his warriors to just watch the visitors from afar. In less than a year, 49 Pilgrims perished due to illness and their inability to survive in these unfamiliar surroundings.

Witnessing the struggles of the remaining 52 Pilgrims, Massasoit took action. It was a turning point in history, a moment when he could have easily ended a foreign incursion and potential threat to the Wampanoags' ancient civilization. Instead, he responded with biblical sensibilities he instinctively understood without knowing the Bible. He chose to show mercy, respect and kindness to the suffering Pilgrims. He instructed his people to teach them how to live with, be nourished by and protective of Nature’s abundant gifts here.

Their now infamous shared Thanksgiving Feast of 1621 was far different than has been generally depicted. It was actually known then as the Harvest Celebration, which Wampanoag past and present call Keepunumuk, meaning the time of harvest. It is one of many traditional celebrations the Wampanoag have shared each year for millennia.

In the context of history, the three-day Thanksgiving Feast of 1621 was equivalent to an official state dinner today. The hosts were Massasoit Ousamequin and a delegation of 90 Wampanoag warriors in full regalia. The Pilgrims provided vegetables from their first harvest. The Wampanoag provided five deer and assorted wildfowl, from ducks to wild turkeys.

Every element of that momentous gathering was designed to strengthen the bonds of friendship and seal the shared aspirations for peace, liberty and freedom of religion between the Wampanoag and the Pilgrims. A Treaty of Mutual Protection was prepared and signed, affirming their official partnership for peace and pledge to respect and protect one another.

Mere decades later, the treaty and partnership were broken by new waves of foreigners with different ideas, who violated the ancient laws, traditions and values of the Wampanoag Nation. Massasoit Ousamequin's peace plan had held for 50 years. He died in his 70’s, and his son Wamsutta, who was also known as King Alexander, took his place. King Alexander's reign was short and ended abruptly when he was poisoned by new leaders to the rising tide of colonists.

Read more here...

Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah)

Pre-Posts

2005-11-23T00:07:00.000-05:00

Due to my busy holiday schedule, I've pre-uploaded the rest of the weeks posts. If you actually have time to read them, enjoy!

17th Century Onion Sauce for Roast Turkey

2005-11-22T07:41:00.000-05:00

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This sauce is quite nice and makes a nice change from modern gravy. In the 17th century “gravy” was the drippings from the meat that were often transformed into a sauce.

To make sauce for Capons or Turky Fowles
Take Onions and slice them thin, and boyle them in faire water till they be boyled drye, and put some of the gravie unto them and pepper grose beaten.
A.W. A Book of Cookrye. 1591 f.3

Sauce for a Turkie
Take faire water and set it over the fire, then slice good store of Onions and put into it, and also Pepper and Salt, and good store of the gravy that comes from the Turkie, and boyle them very well together: then put to it a few fine crummes of grated bread to thicken it; a very little Sugar and some Vinegar, and so serve it up with the Turkey.

Gervase Markham , The English Huswife, 1623

Modern Recipe Notes

6 medium onions, sliced thinly
2 cups of water
2 teaspoons of coarsely ground pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
¼ cup red wine vinegar
¼ cup breadcrumbs (optional)

Follow your favorite recipe for roast turkey. Remove the turkey to a platter reserving the pan juices.

Place thinly sliced onions in a pot with water and salt. Bring to a boil over medium high heat and cook until the onions are tender but not mushy. A good deal of the water should have boiled away. Set aside for a moment.

Place the roasting pan over medium heat and stir to loosen any brown bits. Stir in the onion sauce, sugar, vinegar and breadcrumbs if desired. Add pepper to taste and adjust seasonings. To serve, pour over sliced turkey or serve alongside in a separate dish.

Visit Plimoth Plantation online.

Vintage Thanksgiving Postcards No.1

2005-11-21T07:38:00.000-05:00

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Spectrum CD's No. 3

2005-11-18T08:29:00.000-05:00

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I scratch CDs consistently (although I have improved), so I have created a series of CDs to use while driving in my car.

"Maize" is the third in the series.

Track Listing:

01. Roxanne - The Police
02. Cornflake Girl - Tori Amos
03. Evenflow - Pearl Jam
04. On a Plain - Nirvana
05. Burden in my Hand - Soundgarden
06. No Excuses - Alice in Chains
07. The Hand That Feeds - Nine Inch Nails
08. Nearly Lost You - Screaming Trees
09. State of Love and Trust - Pearl Jam
10. Message in a Bottle - The Police
11. Only Happy When it Rains - Garbage
12. There She Goes, My Beautiful World - Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds
13. Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic - The Police

Spectrum CD's No. 2
Spectrum CD's No. 1

Cerys' Dream Motif No. 1

2005-11-16T11:27:00.000-05:00

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I have always had vivid, strange dreams. Always. Considering this, I have recently decided to keep a dream journal. Even without a permanent record of past dreams, I can already identify certain motifs that often appear in my dreams, so I thought I'd share!

Motif No. 1: Hills

Going up, going down - sometimes both, but I can't seem to remember a dream where I just stand on the top of a hill. The hills are ALWAYS steep. Sometimes I'm in the country, but usually I'm in a city.

From Freakydreams.com:
Your Dream: hill
Words like hill: Easy achievement. Easy earnings. Financial gains.

From another site:
Hill
Another obstacle dream. The higher the hill, the greater the obstacle, but other factors must be correlated.

From Dreammoods.com:
Hill
To dream that you are climbing a hill, signifies your struggles in achieving a goal. To dream that you are standing on top of a hill, signifies that you have succeeded in your endeavors or that you have now have the resources to complete a task at hand.

From Hyperdictionary.com/dreams:
Definition: Dreaming that you are climbing a hill means your struggles in achieving a goal. Dreaming that you are standing on top of a hill means that you have succeeded in your endeavors or that you have now have the resources to complete a task at hand.

From Dream-land:
Climbing: Dreaming of climbing is always connected to pursuing certain goals and overcoming different problems. If you are climbing stairs, a ladder or a hill, you are going to successfully complete your project, meet your goals. If there are obstacles involved when climbing, it is a sign that you will have difficulties in reaching your goal, but your efforts will be rewarded. Climbing a high mountain: difficult obligations have to be concluded.

From Dream Coach:
Climbing: moving upwards (socially or economically); advancements; desire for achievement
Do you want to be moving upwards either socially or economically?
Is an area of your life advancing in the way you would like?
Who has a desire for achievement?

From Soul Future Dream Dictionary:
Dream symbol: hill
hill, hills, hilly

Interpretation:
The meaning of hill is similar to that of mountain, but to a lesser degree
A minor encumbrance or challenge
A short term-goal or point of focus
Feminine sexuality or voluptuousness
Something that has passed its prime, is over the hill
Something that doesn’t amount to much, a hill of beans

Five Things I've Done in the Past Week

2005-11-14T13:49:00.000-05:00

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1. I had 8" cut off my hair.
2. I purchased two night stands for our bedroom.
3. I saw Clutch in concert.
4. I assisted my husband with changing the transmission fluid in my car.
5. I assembled a lighted, wicker moose in preparation for Holiday decorating.

I'm Lost

2005-11-10T08:57:00.000-05:00

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I don't want much television, but there always seems to be a show or two that I refuse to miss. Lost is one of them. I have become enthralled by it's mysteries and have been know to expend too much thought on attempts to figure out what is really going on.

I am not alone. Here are a few links that may or may not be know to fellow Lostees.

Official Sites:
ABC's Lost site
Oceanic Flight 815
I am Lost Game

Plot Related Sites:
Oceanic Airlines
The Hanso Foundation

Unofficial Plot Related Sites:

Mega Lotto Jackpot
Drive Shaft
Mr. Clucks
The Dharma Iniative

Message Boards:
The Fuselage (Run by the Creative team behind Lost.)
4815162342

Fan Sites:
Lost Media
Lost Notebook
The Lost Numbers
Sledgeweb's Lost Stuff
The Black Rock
The Lost Hatch
Lost Links (all kinds of links here!)

A damn-fine, good-looking man No. 3

2005-11-09T14:40:00.000-05:00

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Josh Holloway. Need I say more?

A damn-fine, good-looking man No. 1
A damn-fine, good-looking man No. 2

In Recovery

2005-11-07T07:04:00.000-05:00

Sorry for the recent lack of posts. Between Halloween and the slow recovery from the cold I recently had, time and energy have been elusive. Post should be regular one again, starting today!

Happy Samhain!

2005-10-31T11:55:00.000-05:00

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Spooktacular Sites

2005-10-26T11:37:00.000-05:00

I am busy today with Halloween preparations, but here are a few terrific Halloween sites for your browsing pleasure.

Old-Fashioned Halloween

October Effigies

Vintage Halloween

Pumpkin Seeds Originals

Halloween Lanterns

Victorian Halloween

Hop Hop Jingle Boo

Halloween Opera

Halloween Magazine

Halloween Visions

Halloween Collector