This morning, I feel these two-tone eyes on my back.
Peek-A-Boo.
Miss Lily is keeping an eye on me from under my desk, probably to make sure I don't sneak off again anytime soon. One can never tell when I might make my move. I'm so proud of her. She killed three humongous spiders in the house while we were away! She's normally pretty lazy, and will have nothing to do with mice, but those heart-stopping horrible spiders she will go after without any problem. What a treasure. I love that about her.
Those spiders just better watch their backs.
Such a beautiful beach shot- that's my kind of relaxing!
Posted by: Kathleen | September 15, 2008 at 10:25 AM
Lily is an absolute beauty! And so brave - killing spiders??? Wow, I think she must be Wonder Cat! That kitty-girl needs a cape!
Posted by: Barb | September 15, 2008 at 10:34 AM
Ahh.. Relaxing time at the beach! Could there be anything any better? And to have Lilly bravely take care of your domain too. How lucky!
Posted by: Velma | September 15, 2008 at 11:19 AM
My favorite kind of relaxing weekend, spent at the beach. I don't know why I always 'think' I will read, stitch, paint, whatever when it never seems to happen on those *rare* lovely weekends. Give me a zip loc bag and let me walk on the shore and I could spend hours just walking and picking up beach glass and shells. Even better if there is a best friend to share it with...Welcome home and have a happy week! -Cat ^..^
p.s. glad Miss Lily is earning her keep!
Posted by: Cathy Santarsiero | September 15, 2008 at 11:25 AM
Lovely pictures! I feel transported. And a spider-catching girl cat - how lucky can you get?!
Posted by: Judy | September 15, 2008 at 01:47 PM
I can't wait for your book! For myself and for my sister-in-law who is still trying to use up the yards of silk fabric from her wedding gown.
Posted by: Jennifer | September 15, 2008 at 02:05 PM
hee. hee. your cat is so cute! :]
Posted by: andrea | September 15, 2008 at 03:41 PM
I'm working on the dishtowel patterns I ordered from you, sew cute.
Posted by: Bridgette | September 15, 2008 at 03:59 PM
~Love the pictures of Lily!~ ~Mandy
Posted by: Amanda | September 15, 2008 at 04:13 PM
The beach looks lovely. Glad you got some relaxation.
Our dog Karma just rescued us from a HUGE spider yesterday. Hurray for spider killing pets!
Posted by: zenmomma | September 15, 2008 at 04:15 PM
Lily is beautiful. I like your stitchery and my mouth is watering for some of that apple pie.
Posted by: Karen | September 15, 2008 at 06:01 PM
Lily rules! She is so beautiful. Love your first picture...you look so relaxed and contented.
Posted by: cathleen | September 15, 2008 at 07:28 PM
Ahh, that is the life! What an idyllic beach vacation! :)
Posted by: Christy | September 15, 2008 at 07:33 PM
Seems to me your feline friend rates an extra treat!
Good for you on the book... keep it coming!
Enjoy the close of Summer, seems to speed by doesn't it?
Posted by: Jean C. | September 15, 2008 at 08:14 PM
Good to see you are back. I was already missing you.
Posted by: paula luckhurst | September 16, 2008 at 02:34 AM
That looks like a heavenly place to relax! What a wonderful photo to have in the winter times...
Posted by: Claudia | September 16, 2008 at 07:43 AM
That's my kind of relaxation :)
Posted by: Judy | September 16, 2008 at 04:57 PM
Hey, great gams there on the beach! I like sitting on real furniture at the beach. Maybe it's my pudginess, but I hate sitting on the sand. You look absolutely comfy and relaxed..great shot. Lily is a real beauty and has those kind of haunting old soul eyes that some cats get. Great to see you feeling fine and having some fun!
Posted by: Lori | September 16, 2008 at 06:43 PM
How relaxing. I've been seriously thinking of homeschooling. hmmm. Niki
Posted by: niki | September 17, 2008 at 06:37 AM
Well, I'm glad I checked in! I'm inspired AND encouraged. We're just getting started with homeschool, our 3rd day, and I think we're going to make it! If I work it out right, I should be able to sit, listening to the kids' BJU teachers with them, and do some of these wonderful inspiring projects! I wish I had the vacation, too!! Karen
Posted by: Karen | September 17, 2008 at 09:29 AM
Lily is my Golden Retriever's name. Great name for a pet, don't you agree?
Posted by: Dee | September 17, 2008 at 02:47 PM
love looking at all the beautiful colours of embroidery thread....
sweet Lily...
Posted by: BumbleVee | September 23, 2008 at 11:23 AM