It is one gray, rainy Sunday here in Mendota. Mike asked if I wanted to turn the heat on, but I think the gas fireplace will knock the chill off in our house. “Turn the fireplace on”…that is a term that I did not hear until the 1990’s. We used to build a fire in the fireplace, but now we “turn the fireplace on.” We have two gas fireplaces…the one in this picture is a direct vent, and it throws out a very modest amount of heat which is perfect for a day like today.
While the small bit of heat this fireplace throws out is good for today, it’s not enough during the winter. At that point, we use it more “for looks.” There is something about a fireplace and candles that lightens my mood.
I’ve got a candle stuck in one of the bowls of gourds in this picture although it doesn’t show up that well. That’s okay as the prettier part of this picture is one of my dear girls taking a snooze. That’s Princess Gracie Barker Beaule. She a member in good standing with the American Kennel Club…she proudly mentions this to Luckie daily. Luckie, of course, is of questionable lineage, and as Gracie constantly reminds her, she will never be a member of the American Kennel Club.
Here’s Luckie…it’s an old picture you’ve seen before of her eating her Dogster icey treat. She could care less about Gracie’s snobby remarks.
Back to candles… I put tea candles everywhere I can. They burn about four hours.
While everyone was sleeping and all these little candles were burning, I decided to cook up a pot of something…
Mums in a Pot!! Want to eat one?
Ahhhh…..I love your pics of fall. This is totally my fav time of the year! Your house is so comfy and inviting, I wish we could have enjoyed the fireplace when we were there. Next time for sure! Thanks for the fun evening!
I loved having you over. I felt like we barely got started!! Wanna try again in a bit?
Hi Eva! It’s not often I take the time to log on my pc at home (you know how that can be!), but your blog is so inspiring and…peaceful….full of the quiet love of country and home that it’s quite enjoyable taking time out to see what you’ve been up to. Thanks so much and I really look forward to seeing more of your creations!
Hi Tammie
Thank you for reading River Cliff Cottage! And for commenting! I always wonder who is reading. Eva