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Become Inspired
Become Inspired By Annice Bradley
SPECTACULAR SUMMER DISCOVERIES
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Sunny summer days that seem to be endless are a gift meant to be cherished. Summertime is a treasured time of year that inspires us to venture out and explore as well as take time to enjoy the blessing of leisure. In the season of summer everything seems to have its own natural splendor and for many, it is embraced as the height of the year.
Whether our summer souls take us on a serendipitous journey to the sandy shore, or a visit to the cooler vales of a New England mountain region, we can count on nature to provide us with opportunities to expand. Day trips planned to explore new regions can be rewarding for all of the surprises they can offer. Hiking trails filled with diverse ecosystems to enjoy keep us living in the moment. From the inviting sounds of a babbling brook to a breathtaking glimpse of a mammoth poplar tree that was once the only tree in an early pasture, nature gives us a sense of connectedness. The pursuit of natural beaches and quiet dunes gives us a day of exploration with peace as its reward. And when we come upon “just the perfect spot,” we can return again to be recharged by that spectacular summer discovery.
TRANSFORMED RETREATS Our own homes and yards can serve as a transformed retreat as well. In summer we are gifted with glorious days where our floral borders seem to proclaim pride as they reach boldly for the sun. Our vegetable gardens now reveal our time well-spent tilling and carefully tending. In summer we now have a chance to sit back and enjoy nature’s “fireworks finale” in the form of all of our flowers reaching their very own beautiful full bloom.
This enchanting time is ideal for midsummer gatherings with family and friends. Meals prepared with fresh harvested vegetables and herbs can be paired with a summer punch filled with fruit and topped with frosty sherbet as a refreshing summer surprise. Gatherings can be enhanced as they overflow into the evening by twinkling candlelit corners of our gardens and the ever-inviting glow of a campfire drawing us toward each other to share in the glory of summer.
This summer season take time for adventure. Enjoy the simple, yet majestic joy of discovery. And as you surround yourself with the beauty of nature’s gifts, you will no doubt be filled with genuine gratitude and a deepened sense of pure peace.
Countryberries Designs
Uncle Sam
This pattern is free for you to use. Please give the artist credit. Not for commercial use. Enlarge this pattern to your desired size. Paint on wood. The original piece was designed to fit on a board about 4 feet tall, but it can also be made much smaller. The hat brim is cut from a separate piece of wood. The purchased flags are inserted into holes drilled into the sides of the hat. You can also applique in wool or cotton and embroider the details. You can do punchneedle or rug hooking techniques too. Whatever craft you choose, have fun! Designed by Kathy Graham
Please note: our shop is temporarily closed due to a fire. Follow Countryberries on our website or on Facebook. Email us at info@countryberries.com to join our mailing list Countryberries LLC
Whimsies and necessaries for your country home and garden 330 North Road Deerfield, NH 03037
--Annice Bradley Rockwell is an educator and owner of Pomfret Antiques. She is currently working on her book, New England Girl. NewEnglandGirl2012@hotmail.com Like The Country Register of the Northern Rockies & Great Plains on Facebook!
WYOMING’S 5TH ANNUAL COWBOY YARN CRAWL
Local yarn stores in Wyoming will be having their 5th annual Cowboy Yarn Crawl. This year’s crawl will be active from May 28 through September 3, 2022. Passports can be picked up at participating stores. Grand prize picked from crawlers who visit all participating stores. Free stitch marker from each store and individual store prizes as well. See more at our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/cowboyyarncrawl/.
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Spot the Difference Answers:
1. Lemon Slice Added in Front of The Plant 2. Sign Switch on Table 3. Kitten Moved to Hanging From Sign 4. Added A Kitten 5. Truck Pointed A Different Direction
Advertiser Directory by Name
Always Your Design • Dell Rapids, SD....................................... 11 Belle Fourche Chamber of Commerce • Belle Fourche, SD......... 8 Betty’s Quiltery • Rapid City, SD.................................................. 2 Black Hills Visitor Center • Rapid City, SD ................................. 12 Creative Closet • Townsend, MT .................................................. 5 Fiber House, The • Sheridan, WY................................................. 4 Heartfelt Quilt Shop • Spearfish, SD ......................................... 16 Hill City Quilt Show • Hill City, SD............................................... 2 Knothole, The • Spearfish, SD ................................................... 16 NeedleTravel.com ..................................................................... 12 North Country Fiber Fair • Watertown, SD .................................. 4 Nuts & Bolts Fabric Shop • Edgemont, SD ................................ 16 Office Emporium/Gone to Pieces Quilts • Belle Fourche, SD ...... 8 Olive Branch, The • Belle Fourche, SD......................................... 8 Quilting Across the Dakotas Shop Hop • SD & ND .................... 16 Quilt Connection • Laramie, WY................................................ 16 Quilt Connection 2 • Buffalo, SD............................................... 16 Quilters Corner • Faulkton, SD.................................................... 5 Quilter’s Fix, The • Sheridan, WY................................................. 6 Quilt Yard, The • Pierre, SD.......................................................... 6 Tri-State Museum & Visitor Center • Belle Fourche SD................ 8 Wall Drug • Wall, SD ................................................................. 12 Wyoming Shop Hop • Wyoming .............................................. 15 Yellowstone Quilt Guild • Cody, WY..................................11 & 16
