Turkey, unlike chicken, has very elegant characteristics. It has more of a cache than chicken. Turkey is a delicacy, so it should be presented in such a way.
Todd English

Saturday, November 21, 2009

Shadow Shot Sunday







Kissena Park, Flushing, N.Y.

Kissena Park is an ideal location to both relax and participate in fun outdoor activities. The beautiful Kissena Lake, flanked by weeping willows and shady trees, creates an idyllic setting to enjoy a sunny day. Stroll through the park to take in all of the lush flora and fauna and be sure not to miss the historic tree grove. The dozens of species of trees in the grove are some of the most exotic in the world. In fact, the grove got its start as part of a 19th century horticultural nursery for the New York region.

Visit Tracy at Hey Harriet for more enthusiastic participants in Shadow Shot Sunday.


Thanksgiving Laughs!














Thursday, November 19, 2009

Looking at the Sky on Friday



Hi Tisha, here's my post for LATSOF.



Calvary Cemetery, Queens, NY

Go over to Tisha's Crazy Working Mom to find other participants in this great meme.

Ruby Tuesday Giveaway!



Ruby Tuesday Giveaway!

My dear friends, in honor of Thanksgiving I'm hosting another Ruby Tuesday Giveaway!

Next Tuesday I will give away this lovely pillow:



"Truly Great Friends" Stitchery Pillow
  • Size: 10"W x 8"H
  • Reads: Truly great friends are hard to find, difficult to leave and impossible to forget
  • Around the edge it reads: The best antiques are old friends
  • From Classics and Country Home Decor and Gifts



  • All you have to do next Monday afternoon and Tuesday is post your Ruby Tuesday post, link back here from your post, come back here, and sign Mr. Linky.

    This
    contest will end Tuesday November 24 at midnight EST . One winner will be chosen randomly (probably using Mr. Linky numbers).

    Please make sure you come back on Wednesday to see who won the giveaway. If you are chosen as the winner, you must respond within 48 hours with your snail mail address or an alternate winner will be chosen.


    Remember you have to be in it to win it! :)



    Think Green Thursday



    Green Your Holidays

    No matter who you are or where you live, chances are you'll be celebrating during the holiday season. While this is a time of joy and family reunion, so many of us get wrapped up in buying gifts, planning and attending parties and events, or competing with our neighbors for the best holiday decorations. All the hustle and bustle can mean that we forget to consider our impact on the environment as we go about our holiday activities.

    Let us help you plan an eco-friendly holiday season! Here are some simple ways you can make the season of celebration a celebration of the planet we all share:


    • Travel Green. Thanksgiving and Christmas are two of the most traveled days of the year. There are many simple steps you can take to reduce your carbon footprint and travel safely. MORE>>

    • Eat Green. Just because it's getting colder outside doesn't mean fresh produce and meats aren't available in your area. Check out some of our ideas for eating green - and local - this holiday season. MORE>>

    • Give Green. The greenest gifts are those that are durable and easy to repair, recycle, or reuse. You can also help your family and friends go green by making responsible purchase choices. Check out our ideas. MORE>>

    • Party Green. If you're throwing a holiday party, make sure you throw a green party! Your guests will be surprised and you may convince someone to throw their own green holiday party next year! MORE>>


    Perhaps the most important tip is: don't stop your green habits after the holidays. With a little creative thinking and some healthy changes of habit, you and your family can keep giving gifts to the planet all year long!

    Have your own ideas for going green during the holidays? Share your tips with us -- we may feature you here! Contact us at info@earthshare.org or use our comment section below.

    Wednesday, November 18, 2009

    Thanksgiving Turkey sings "I Will Survive"



    Monochrome Weekly Theme






    Fleur de lis pattern fencing

    Join Aileni and all the other participants in this fun meme.