Decorating the tree

The Friends have finally finished decorating the tree here in the Garden!

"The tree is so prickly... but this silvery garland will look lovely," says Flora.

"Hello there sweet little elephant," says Millie.

"Everything is just so sparkly!"

Cubbie meets a chimney sweep... "Chim chim cheree!"

"Hey! Someone get the ladder! I'm ready to come down!"

The tree all a-glow... 

a visit to the tree farm...

Time for the Friends to pick out a Christmas tree!

What about this one over here?

Brrr! It sure is windy out here on the tree farm!

This tree was absolutely perfect. Good thing it fit in the car!

Aw thanks, Cubbie!
This sweet little Christmas branch is just the right size for us!

Thanksgiving with Mr. Piggles

Mr. Piggles is the happy kitchen companion of my sister, Mimi. This Thanksgiving, he invited some of the Friends over for a special holiday feast together.

This little tea cup is Mr. Piggles' favorite perch.
These little Dutch piggies like to help in the kitchen, too.

Welcome to the feast, Friends!

This gentle giant is Lulu. She was made by artist, Heidi  Bartruff.
Lulu was especially fond of Cubbie.

Look at me everybody!
Barney the giraffe is taking me on a tour of the house!

Boy, Stedman Turtle sure is strong!
Thanks for the ride ole buddy!

Stedman? Can you keep a secret?

I won't tell a soul, Cubbie! Not even Millie.

Mmmmm! Looks like the turkey is just about ready!

Cranberries! Cherry pie! Apple pie! I can't wait for dessert!

Hey... where did everyone go?
 I've been hiding in this basket nibbling on  fresh bread!

I think this serious lady saw me though...
Hope I don't get into too much trouble with Aunt Mimi!

Charlotte in Autumn

The Friends were sooooo excited to take a little

weekend trip to Charlotte to visit Chuckie Wabbie!



Ok everybody... squeeze in for a group photo. Say cheese!

A giant leaf pile! Last one in is a rotten egg!

 

Heeheehee! That was soooo much fun!
Wait -- Cubbie? Are you there? Yup!

 

Follow me, Friends! The best part of the yard is the slide!



Heeheehee! You're right, Wabbie! What great fun!!!

The Sugar Cube Tea Party

This week we were treated to a lovely evening at the home of our dear friend, Becky Becker. 

Lemon ginger tea with extra sugar cubes... My favorite!

Becky is an amazing puppeteer and creates the most wonderful shows for young children!

Miss Becky said we can jump on the bed! HEEHEEE!!!

Becky's home is a most magical place... tiny little treasures at every turn.

Cubbie hears a secret from an angel...

Maybe if we work together we can walk across the room in these old boots!

We're all wondering what's inside this magnificent painted box!

For more information about Becky Becker and her puppets, please visit her website!

http://www.beckysboxofpuppets.com/

Millie

Sometimes, I must admit, it's incredibly difficult to send my little Friends off into the world... I became so attached to this little girl, that I decided to keep her as my own. I named her Millie after a character I created in my college days. 

It wouldn't be Charleston without some rainy day fun!

Better grab my umbrella!

Looks like more rain is on the way... More puddle-jumping!

Cubbie HEARTS Millie 4 Ever!