LIFE AT THE COTTAGE

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Time Travel Thursday #32 - Cottage Critters


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Welcome to the 32nd Time Travel Thursday linky party at the Brambleberry Cottage.

Are you ready for our next trip back in time and into the future?

Terrific; let's start travelin'!


Some of the animals that have visited the Brambleberry Cottage, over the years, are of the varieties one would expect to see at any home, anywhere in the world.

Case in point, there's our son's German shepherd, Ellie—introduced to you last year.

It was quite amusing to watch her play Jane of the Jungle in our daylilies when she was a pup...


and most delightful to see her interact with our granddaughter, Lana, as she got a little older.

The Yankee would say that our "granddog" was playing with our granddaughter.


And you probably remember this rascal—a "rescue" who lived with us for only a short while.

Frodo was quite the traveler and was forever missing in action around here.

He decided during one of his travels—after only a few months at our cottage—to take up permanent residence with a widow who lives on a nearby farm.

He does still manage to visit us here on occasion, when he's out and about on his adventures.


And, of course, no matter the season, the numerous sweet tweets that visit the cottage are some of my favorites.

But while those beautiful feathered friends come and go...


these spirited ladies were members of our little farm for several years.

Besides supplying us with an overabundance of farm fresh eggs, their entertaining antics kept us in stitches.

As one might imagine—living in a heavily wooded area, on the edge of a national forest—we also have our share of squirrels scurrying about.

And though there is an ample supply of nuts and berries and mushrooms to munch on—as well as our apples, when they're in season—they insist on devouring the birds' food we place in the feeders.

I guess—like many humans—they prefer "fast food".  ; )


Though we keep a vigil during the day to chase the gray squirrels away, their flying friends...


have apparently gotten wind of the fact that this diner is open all night!

Unfortunately, I never seem to have the camera at hand when the rabbits are racing around the grounds, or the foxes are trotting through the trees,
but...


I did have it with me on this occasion, last summer—thankfully.

The Yankee and I were on the little country road leading to our farm and had just rounded a corner, when we came upon these bovine beauties bounding down the byway.

Now cows and bulls are quite a common sight around here; we see them every day.

But they're normally spotted in fenced pastures.


This group must have been camera shy, because as soon as I snapped their picture, they bolted into the woods.

Then again, they might have feared I was going to use the pictures as incriminating evidence of their escape.

I didn't get a chance to explain that the images were just for you, my blogging buddies.  ; )


Now it's your turn to show us what you've got.

IF YOU LINK TO THE PARTY, PLEASE BE SURE TO LINK BACK TO THE BRAMBLEBERRY COTTAGE SOMEWHERE ON YOUR BLOG.

Joining Susan for Outdoor Wednesday.

15 comments:

  1. So many cute critters at your place! Thanks for hosting. If you like, stop by and link up to my new Share the Love link party--love to have this cute post of yours on it!
    Mary

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  2. I have NO idea how I have missed your adorable meme for 30 something weeks. I was just today thinking that we needed more memes on Thursday.
    Thank you so much for inviting me over.
    I just linked and will now go back and add your link to my post.
    I enjoyed seeing all the animals from the past.
    Thanks again...

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  3. What fun...it looks like there is always some excitment at you place. (-:

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  4. I couldn't wait to link up to TIme Travel Thursday! And it is so neat that you live on property that is backed up to a national forest--how awesome!!! (I can't tell my husband--he'll be wanting to move! lol)
    XO

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  5. Thanks for hosting. I so enjoy finding new blogs to follow that inspire me.

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  6. Hi,

    Loved your post reading about ellie and frodo.I think my I got linked to your part twice.Do delete the extra link.Sorry for the bother.

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  7. I cannot believe that it's Thursday already.
    Could this possibly mean that the end of the work week is near?! Yay!
    Happy Thursday you. Enjoy the cows. xo
    Jeanne.
    http://beeskneesbungalow.blogspot.com/

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  8. So lovely post:-)
    Thanks for hosting, hugs Biljana

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  9. Liz, I love how you see all the beauty in this world! I love this post! But, of course, I love animals and just know that where you live must be the greatest place! So sweet! Thank you for all your sweet comments on my blog! You are very gracious and I appreciate all the encouragement! P.S. We are closing our little booth...too much theft! Can you believe it? I am sad, but have a peace about it! Too much work and time away from my family to have our things stolen! Just a little FYI! It was fun while it lasted! Christie

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  10. We had a german shepard. They are such loving dogs. I can’t tell you how much I miss him.
    Denise
    Extreme Personal Measures

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  11. I love this post showing your beautiful, wide open space and all your furry friends. I sure wish I had more room to spread out.

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  12. Awesome pictures as always!!

    Have a great day!

    Lisa

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  13. Thanks for hosting such a fun and eventful party! I love your post and especially the wondering cows, how funny! Love those squirrels too.

    Have a great day!
    xoxo,
    Ellen

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  14. I LOVE the picture of the cows crossing the road! I used to live way out in the country (where cows out populated the people). My husband laughed his head off the first time he was stopped at a cow crossing spot! A sight that's for sure!

    I just posted #38 a kitchen I built for my kids for Christmas.

    Thanks for hosting, I know there is a cost now - I really love and appreciate the parties!

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  15. Hi. Thanks for hosting Time Travel Thursdays.
    Have a great weekend!
    ~ Julie

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