Wooden Ladder
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amish,
cat in snowy field,
country,
fototudes,
horse and buggy,
naquillity,
wooden ladder
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Somewhere along an overgrown field a small, unweathered, wooden ladder drapes an old wire fence. We're deep in Amish country where we see the Amish riding along. We can hear the covered bridge's aged boards giving way beneath the weight of their horse and buggy. The stream below is even rushing. It's worked itself into a lather. The trip, trap, trip, trap of the horses hooves have almost disappeared around the bend as we continue to admire this tiny wooden ladder somewhere along an overgrown field.
ol' red barn
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barn,
blue,
farm,
fototudes,
ivy,
naquillity,
ol red barn,
sky
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We were on our way to a local craft festival last month when we came across this ol' red barn. After we'd walked around to each booth I had to go back and take some quick shots. This was my favorite because it showed off the ivy and displayed the rooftop best. And, look at that clear blue sky. What's not to love about this picture? Hope everyone has a great day~
Red Tailed Hawk
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flight,
fototudes,
naquillity,
red tailed hawk
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The other morning while I was doing the dishes this red tailed hawk swooped down. He swooped so low I could see him at eye level from my kitchen window. I had hoped he would land in my yard but instead he landed in a tree across from my house. When I returned with camera in hand he'd already decided to take off. Acting fast I panned with his flight while taking continuous shots. This was my favorite of all the pics I got because it shows him with his feathers all spread out & he's in clearer focus. I had to take a power line out of this picture so forgive any discrepancies. I'm still learning how to work my Photoshop Elements software.
Happy Thanksgiving
Labels:
bgem,
family,
friendships,
naquillity,
thanksgiving
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Happy Thanksgiving~
See You Soon~
Yesterday's Sunrise
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fototudes,
gloomy,
naquillity,
rainy,
sunrise
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Early this morning it poured the rain. So I didn't get to watch a beautiful sunrise like the one we had yesterday (pictured above). Instead I have many gray clouds surrounding my home. Gloomy day for sure. I hope this picture can serve for the brighter days that will surely come again. Have a great day~
Tonight turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, corn, stuffing, gravy, rolls & pumpkin cheesecake will warm our table. I can't wait to sit down with my family and have dinner.
November Moon
Labels:
anemia,
bgem,
colonoscopy,
doctor,
gastroenterologist,
hemoglobin,
naquillity,
november moon
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Stressful day... I went to the gastroenterologist earlier today for a consult and came out with an appointment for December 1st. I'll be having a scope run down my throat to check my stomach for any ulcers & a colonoscopy (this was a surprise to me). In order to do these tests I'll have to quit taking my iron pill (my lifeline as of late) for a week. When the doctor first told me I'd have to quit my iron pill for that period of time I almost told him I wasn't going to do these procedures. But, I know I need to do them. Still...
My hemoglobin was 6.9 on October 23rd. It's supposed to be between 11.5- 15.0. Though it's raised some (8.5) since then I'm still concerned about losing the progress I've recently made. My husband reassures me that everything will be fine. I had more blood work done today so we'll see how much more, if any, my blood has raised by tomorrow. Keep your fingers crossed it's been boosted another point or two.
Enough about doctors/ tests. What does everyone think about my November Moon above. Isn't it gorgeous? It looked to be starting its journey across the sky when I returned home from the grocery store tonight. I couldn't resist sharing it here. Hope the night finds everyone well.
Red Tailed Hawk
Labels:
fototudes,
naquillity,
red tailed hawk,
slideshow
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Baby Raccoons
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anemia,
baby raccoons,
fototudes,
mountains,
naquillity,
rescue,
wildlife
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Before I tell the story behind these adorable baby raccoons. I'd like to say thank you to everyone for their understanding & support about my anemic state. I'm feeling much better now that the iron pill is boosting my blood. I thought today would be as good a day to dip my typing fingers back into the blogosphere as any. I'll do my very best to make it by everyone's blog each day but if I don't please understand I'm still in the recovery processes. Thanks again to everyone for their well wishes.
I took these baby raccoon pictures early last month on our way back home from the mountains. It was early evening when the sun was setting and the wind was growing colder. We were discussing the events of the day when I spotted something in the road. When I looked I saw three baby raccoons working up the courage to walk into the road where their sibling had passed away.
When we turned around for a closer look the mother was nowhere to be found. So, we stepped out of the car inching our way closer to these adorable little creatures. It was our first time seeing baby raccoons.
My daughter took the initiative to move the deceased coon off the road as I snapped some pictures. We watched & listened carefully for the mother's return. When she didn't make her appearance we turned to ask the locals who'd stopped to help if they knew of anyone who would relocate them. They called the wildlife rescue first but they declined (can you believe that?) Then they called an old man who did this for a living. He came within 30 minutes of us calling.
He got right down to business by placing a trap next to them and proceeded to pick them up one at a time, placing them inside. Two of the three surviving babies would get a new home on a farm, some warm bedding for the night and a safe place to grow. Whereas the third baby raccoon scurried away from being rescued. He/ she made its way up the mountainside, away from the road. All in all I'd say the rescue went well. None of them had to suffer the ill fate their fourth sibling met.
microcytic, hypochromic anemia
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anemia,
bgem,
ct scan,
doctor,
exercise,
healthful eating,
hemoglobin,
hypochromic anemia,
iron pill,
microcytic,
naquillity,
red blood cells,
ulcer
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I've also had a CT scan to make sure I didn't have something else going on. Luckily I have no cancer or obstructed bowels. But, I do have an ulcer needing to be checked. A doctor's appointment has been set up to see what can be done. I'll be having a scope run down my throat into my stomach after my throat is numbed, of course. I'll keep you posted on my progress.
In the mean time I'll continue my exercising & healthful eating. I've already lost 5 lbs. I've also lost some inches around my problem areas. Once I get myself to feeling healthy & strong I'll try to get back to my regular blogging. I miss everyone and hope you're doing well.
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