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It's been raining a lot here.

I like rain.

Welll...I like drizzly rain.

Not 'raining cats and dogs' rain.

'cause that's just miserable to be out feeding the animals in...not to mention the mud.

But drizzle is different.

It's perfect for walking in, and it's also perfect for staying inside and being cozy.

Which is what I did yesterday.

I sat and crocheted and sipped tea and watched North & South.

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I actually debated between North & South and The Adventures of Robin Hood for a few minutes.

North & South seemed to fit the day better.

It's probably my very favorite period drama...although Little Dorrit is so close it's pretty much a tie.

Have a wonderful day, y'all!

p.s.

all North & South screenshots and images via Pinterest
also, the crochet pattern I'm using can be found here...although I made a few adjustments of my own.

Going Through the Era's {Fashionable Friday} - 1940's

I'm linking up to Bramblewood Fashion's Going Through the Era's event!

This week {March 11th-17th} is the 1940s.

Today's theme is...Fashionable Friday!

{Sew something from the era using vintage, or reproduction patterns. Share your vintage clothing that you own. Do a hairstyle and/or makeup look/tutorial from the era. Do an outfit post.}

I decided to do a 40s inspired outfit today.

My darling red gingham dress that I'm sewing using a 40s pattern isn't finished yet, plus it's definitely a summer dress.  I'd rather wait and share it when we finally get warm weather up here.

Without further ado, my 40s inspired ensemble...

As it was raining/snowing/sleeting/whatever, I decided an umbrella was in order.

It was also approximately 36*F outside.

Charming.

 

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broken umbrella.....who knows?!

black & white polka dot dress - Goodwill

vintage gloves -antique store

red bow belt - made by me (available from my Etsy shop)

black flats - Fred Meyer

Happy Trails y'all!

P.S.

As shameless as this may be, I wanted to let those who don't usually read my blog know about...

the Silver Screen Blog Party!

{March 18th - 31st}

Please forgive the advertising, but as it's a complimentary theme to Ashley's Going Through the Era's event, I thought I'd risk it;)

I have some marvelous giveaway sponsors.

Giveaways are always fun=)

Miscellany

It's pouring rain outside right now.  

I was just out there feeding the animals and spent a considerable amount of time stumbling around the upper pasture trying to locate our three llamas and my pet sheep Calvin.
In the dark. 

Stumbling because of course I didn't have a flashlight.  Why would I need a flashlight when it's dark?  

I mean, really?  

Ok, so I'm not very bright...no pun intended;)  

I also didn't utualize the hood so conveniently attached to my jacket so I am rather wet, to put it mildly.

And I gave up on trying to find the llamas and Calvin.  If they want to stay out in the pasture when it's raining, they can.  A bit of dampness won't hurt them and there are trees for shelter.

The rest of my flock of sheep are at a friend's house visiting his ram for a month.  Sometime around April we'll have a new crop of lambs bouncing about.  I can't wait:)

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Alex and I had a lovely evening at a friend's Inspirational Harvest Party this evening.  Taco salad (oh, yum), good fellowship, wonderful singing, and a short "sermon" by one of the dads.   At least, I assume it was short - we had to leave early cause my dad wanted us home by 9:00.  Bummer.

But, I had the opportunity to wear my new coat for the first time...

My mom bought me this vintage trench coat on Etsy.  It's purple-ish/pink-ish.  I LOVE it =D

The wonderful Christian lady who owns the shop sent such a lovely note along with it.

She lifted me up and encouraged me.  

Isn't it wonderful how we're connected to other believers through Christ, even if we've never met them?  

It's awesome.

I just watched "Secretariat" again.  Absolutely beautiful movie.

Source: popstar.com via Natasha on Pinterest

This is seriously cracking me up...

Source: weheartit.com via Natasha on Pinterest

There's nothing more appropriate on a chilly autumn day than a hot bowl of soup.  I've been going crazy making soup lately - potato, rice & mushroom, onion, and I'm going to try beet soup tomorrow night.  With sour cream.  It doesn't get any better than that.

Have a lovely Friday evening everyone!

Watch a fun classic film for me, ok?;)