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Wednesday, 2 July 2014

ZZZZZzzzzz




Time to visit friends ~


Enjoy a gossip ~


Make merry ~


Dance ~


Play ~


 Dream ~


 Plant Roses ~


A little light shopping ~


Talk to the animals ~


and the elves! ~


Find a cosy nook ~


with a favourite ~

Book 

So ~ 


Expect me when you see me;


I'll write soon.

 My batteries are in need of a quick recharge, but I will be back before you know it.  Thanks for all the lovely comments left on my blog.  I appreciate every single visit and will miss you all while I’m away. 

*** All cards from my own collection

**** Vintage Books available from March House Books




Just before I go, I've been asked to tell you about an adorable book available from Kickstarter (an online platform for independent artists to raise funds for their projects). I don’t often blog about new books, but the artwork in this one is gorgeous. 


Synopsis: 
Jack the Kitten is full of imagination. One of his favourite things is to imagine he's a pirate. So although Jack is sleepy, he’s convinced pirates don’t go to bed. It's left to his big brother, Machu, to show him all the things that pirates do at bedtime. 


The illustration of Machu and Jack brushing their teeth is priceless.

But now the moon was high in the sky and his Momma said it was time for bed.

“Bed?” Jack exclaimed. “Pirates don’t go to bed!”

Maybe pirates don’t need to go to bed but booksellers do, night all  ZZZZZzzzzz.


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51 comments:

  1. Three Hoodies Save the World2 July 2014 at 22:52

    Wherever you go (somewhere hot I hope) have a good relaxing time.

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    1. Barbara3 July 2014 at 06:31

      Thanks Roger, most of the time will be spent at home with just the odd day or two out on trips. I really feel like I could sleep for a week! Good news about ‘Spawn’ I can’t wait to read it!

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  2. Castles Crowns and Cottages3 July 2014 at 00:05

    Pirates and grown-ups with a child-like heart don't go to bed either! Oh Barbara, enjoy yourself and relax, and we will miss you so. Every single image is so sweet and I could cuddle up with any book with such illustrations. ENJOY! MUCH LOVE! Anita

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    1. Barbara3 July 2014 at 06:47

      Dear Anita, a comment from you is like a big warm hug! Thank you so much for all your support, I will miss you too. xx

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  3. WILLIE...! =(^..^)=3 July 2014 at 08:22

    Have a lovely break Barbara....Best leave you a couple of my sayings...
    "Happiness keeps you sweet,
    trials keep you strong,
    sorrows keep you human,
    failures keep you humble,
    success keeps you glowing..
    But! Only friends...Keep you going".

    HeHe!
    "A woman is like a tea bag...You can't tell
    how strong she is until you put her in hot
    water". (Eleaner Roosevelt).

    Have Fun....Be Good....Think Pink...! :>).

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    1. Barbara3 July 2014 at 08:31

      You do make me laugh Willie! Love the sayings and I promise to always and forever think Pink! ; )

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  4. Melancholy and Menace3 July 2014 at 11:36

    Oh, such beautiful illustrations!
    Enjoy your little break Barbara xx

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    1. Barbara3 July 2014 at 11:44

      Thanks Yvonne, I will! I feel the need for a little (actually a lot) of R&R. I hope to have lots of time to visit your blog while I’m 'resting' xxx

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  5. klahanie3 July 2014 at 11:49

    Hi Barbara,

    Ah, as I stare at those vintage photos, I get vintage memories of my English childhood. Although, I do notice the young dude smoking a pipe.

    Have a nice recharge, Barbara. I could use a recharge myself. Then I shall dance and sing with the magical wee folks in my enchanted garden. Of course I will.

    Have some relaxing times, my good friend.

    Gary :)

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    1. Barbara3 July 2014 at 12:35

      Hi Gary, the pipe-smoking chap is very unpc, but he made me laugh so had to stay! Can you imagine anyone producing a postcard now-a-days with a young lad smoking a pipe? I think not.
      I’m sure the wee folks would be delighted if you were to join in the dancing and general merriment in the enchanted garden. Go do it, and enjoy!
      See you in a week or two. Barbara.

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  6. Castles Crowns and Cottages3 July 2014 at 13:31

    Sweet Barbara !!! I just read your kind comment and wanted to come back to wish you a most relaxing snooze as you give yourself a break. I will miss you so much, but this is the time to take a break...IT'S SUMMER TIME!!!!!!!! Much love! Anita

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    1. Barbara3 July 2014 at 14:09

      The sun has tempted me away from my work so fingers crossed it keeps on shining. I will see you in a while Anita, thank you for your always lovely comments. Barbara xx

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  7. Shashi Nayagam3 July 2014 at 15:45

    Barbara have a lovely me time.
    Summer in England is beautiful when the sun is out and weather is warm. Enjoy whatever you do. Happy summer holiday

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    1. Barbara3 July 2014 at 18:21

      Thank you Shashi. We are really looking forward to not doing very much at all. Maybe some days out, a little good food and a general winding down will suit us just fine. I don’t even mind too much if it rains although sunshine would be nicer. If it should rain, I will attack my stack of ‘must-read' books. Terry has been saving films, and TV progs that he wants to watch so he will also be well catered for. See you in a while, Barbara.

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  8. CraveCute3 July 2014 at 21:45

    I'm so glad I caught your post! I will be doing much the same as you, plus catching up on my shop listings. One of my house guests is catching a snooze in my new lounge chair so catching up on some blogs. Have a lovely time away... see you when you return! ~ Diane

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    1. Barbara3 July 2014 at 22:42

      Thanks Diane, you too. I often take a browse around your shop. You have some lovely things. See you soon. Barbara

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  9. Sue3 July 2014 at 22:16

    Lovely and looking forward to seeing you Monday. Sue xxx

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    1. Barbara3 July 2014 at 22:35

      Thanks Sue! Yes, looking forward to lunch and a catch up. See you soon. xx

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  10. Lindsay3 July 2014 at 22:50

    Have a really lovely break Barbara! Beautiful pictures. Always good to have time out and then feel refreshed when you're back.

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    1. Barbara4 July 2014 at 08:56

      Thanks Lindsay I’m really looking forward to some down time. I won’t take up smoking like the lad in the first picture, but I will be putting my feet up! Have a good weekend. Barbara.

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  11. Shrimpton and Perfect3 July 2014 at 22:51

    I LOVE every single one of those images. Have a fantastic break.

    Jean x

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    1. Barbara4 July 2014 at 08:57

      So do I Jean, they are just so pretty. Enjoy the weekend. Barbara xx

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  12. Yanting Gueh4 July 2014 at 03:01

    Enjoy your break, Barbara! I hope you recharge your batteries fully and we'll catch up soon. (I'm due for a mini-vacation-cum-work in about two weeks. Can't wait for it to arrive ...)

    Also, I love that picture of the kitties brushing their teeth together!

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    1. Barbara4 July 2014 at 09:01

      Hello Claudine,
      You will just about be going on your mini-vacation when I return to working – I will give you a wave when I return before you go!
      I’ve fallen in love with those two kitties – so sweet. I wish I could draw like that.
      Have a fantastic mini break. xx

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  13. A Homemaker's Utopia4 July 2014 at 05:36

    Lovely post..Enjoy your break Barbara :) Have a wonderful time :)

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    1. Barbara4 July 2014 at 09:03

      Thanks Nagini, I intend to ;0) See you soon, Barbara x

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  14. Darlene4 July 2014 at 05:40

    Enjoy your break. I need one too! Lots of family stuff happening.

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    1. Barbara4 July 2014 at 09:10

      Hi Darlene, we were intending to take a break in May, then it moved to June, and if we don’t do it now it will be August! The trouble is as soon as you start talking about a break you realise just how much you need it.
      Enjoy the family stuff but try to make time for yourself as well. See you soon, Barbara.

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  15. Kokila gupta4 July 2014 at 08:58

    Beautiful pictures and a lovely post.... Enjoy your break and have a good relaxing and rejuvenating time :)

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    1. Barbara4 July 2014 at 09:13

      Thank you Kokila, I appreciate your kind words. I will be over for a visit with you once I’m back at work. See you soon, Barbara.

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  16. S.P.Moss4 July 2014 at 16:06

    Your stack of books is very tempting - I also have Little Grey Rabbit at the Seaside (with Fuzzypeg!) - lovely memories of sand-between-the toes. Have a glorious summer break!

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    1. Barbara4 July 2014 at 21:24

      Hi Sue, that’s a wonderful little book, full of good advice like you’ll get rid of your sneezes when you feel the sea breezes. I can feel the sand between my toes just thinking about it. Thanks for your good wishes, Barbara.

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  17. Unknown5 July 2014 at 11:25

    "Expect me when you see me" their expressions are great. well done. be well Agman

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    1. Barbara5 July 2014 at 17:30

      Thank you Agman it's always nice to have a visit from you. I hope life is being kind to you.

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  18. Aunt Mary5 July 2014 at 13:18

    Very cute post, awesome illustrations Barbara :)

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    1. Barbara5 July 2014 at 17:31

      Thanks Aunt Mary. I agree with you re the illustrations, they are all very pretty.

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  19. Ruth from R and R Books5 July 2014 at 16:32

    What a gorgeous post, Barbara! Hope you have a relaxing break and fully recharge those batteries. Love and hugs - Ruth x

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    1. Barbara5 July 2014 at 17:34

      Hello Ruth, thank you for those kind words. I hope you are busy selling lots of lovely books.
      My batteries have been in need of a recharge for a while now so I’m looking forward to a good long rest and some reading time.

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  20. Kelly Steel7 July 2014 at 21:30

    Loved this post. Very colorful and entertaining!

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  21. Stephanie@Fairday's Blog8 July 2014 at 04:31

    What a beautiful post! I hope you enjoy your much needed time away. You have lots of fun things to do! The pictures with each break "reason" are just perfect. Recharge and enjoy! We will miss you- but breaks are SO important. :)

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  22. Stephanie Faris8 July 2014 at 13:40

    Have a great recharge. I need one myself, actually!

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  23. Tazas y Cuentos8 July 2014 at 22:43

    Oh! So cute images that you chose to tell us about your plans. That first boy smoking is so cute... (haha, times when we could laugh with something like this) and the girl with the mice... I hope you can accomplish everything you want to do and you have a good time.
    But come back soon! We'll miss your posts!
    Besos!

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  24. Intangible Hearts9 July 2014 at 18:49

    Have a great break and the pictures here are tooo cute. Thanks for the smiles.

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  25. Barbara18 July 2014 at 09:51

    Dear Kelly, Stephanie (the DMS), Stephanie (Faris), Silvina and Eve, thank you all for your lovely comments. We are enjoying our time away but will be back to visit your blogs very soon. Love Barbara x

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  26. Castles Crowns and Cottages18 July 2014 at 10:35

    Dear and beautiful Barbara, how kind of you to take a break from your break to come and leave me a comment! You are the first "passenger" on this journey, and it is truly a joy to see you this morning (my time!) - enjoy your "travels" as you click and dream. Anita

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    1. Barbara18 July 2014 at 10:59

      Dear Anita, a break wouldn't be a break without at least one visit to Castle Crowns and Cottages :) I've visited a couple of the other blogs this morning and fallen in love with them both! I will be back to visit all the other's during the next few days. Lots of love, Barbara x

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  27. Draffin Bears19 July 2014 at 00:34

    Dear Barbara,

    How lovely to discover your blog via Anita's link party.
    I am sorry that my post was a little late - had to go out of town - but it is up now.
    The sweet pictures are so very beautiful and love the old vintage pictures.
    Wishing you a great blog break
    hugs
    Carolyn

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    1. Barbara20 July 2014 at 06:55

      Hello Carolyn, I love your blog and was really happy to find it. I called back to read your link party post and enjoyed it enormously.
      Thanks for your kind words, Barbara x

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  28. Aunt Mary25 July 2014 at 17:31

    How cute pictures, beautiful post as always , loved it :)

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    1. Barbara25 July 2014 at 20:04

      Thanks Aunt Mary, so glad you liked it. Barbara

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Barbara xx