Hi there! I'm here.
Sorry for taking a wee, un-announced break there, and for worrying anyone that I worried.
I'm here!
I'm fine.
I've been getting work done, but also keeping it a little quiet at the Black Apple cottage.
A little of this...
(Enjoying Amy's book, which is every iota as wonderful as everybody says)
A little of that...
(munching on banana bread)
And a just a little of this, too:
PS: Thank you so much for the great update Tuesday!
There are a few original pieces in the shop at the moment, so take a gander if you're interested, as it doesn't happen too often.
PPS: I'm not getting about half of my comments via email...and I don't know why. I'll investigate, but in the meantime, it's probably best to email directly if you have an important question.
Welcome back! When blogs are quiet I figure people are super busy....and you my dear always seem busy.
I love your little sitting area, so inviting and the perfect place to munch on banana bread!
Posted by: Elizebeth | August 31, 2007 at 01:54 PM
cute kitty :-) The banana bred looks soo good! yum! :-)
Posted by: britt-sparkled vintage charm | August 31, 2007 at 02:04 PM
Yummy bread and yummy kitty....oh, aren't kitties the best friends ever!!?? I could snuggle all day with my two sweeties.....but then I'm afraid I would never get anything done! I do have to stop every now and again to take a kitty break! :)
Posted by: Marjorie | August 31, 2007 at 02:07 PM
What a handsome little gentleman you have there!
Posted by: Jenny | August 31, 2007 at 02:40 PM
Aww! Your cat as adorable!! I love mine to death! :)
Can I ask where your gorgeous plates are from? I swear you have the best taste.
Posted by: Melissa | August 31, 2007 at 03:34 PM
awww he is getting soo big.
Posted by: Hilary Glime | August 31, 2007 at 03:35 PM
awe meite. Is so cute! Is that how you spell it?
Posted by: Julie | August 31, 2007 at 03:49 PM
miette is so damn cute! *so jealous*
Posted by: Jenn | August 31, 2007 at 04:07 PM
precious, precious miette. I just want to kiss that nose!
and welcome, welcome back!
Posted by: sarah | August 31, 2007 at 06:52 PM
I love your armchair. Gorgeous!
Posted by: Linda | August 31, 2007 at 07:45 PM
Glad to know you're rested and well.
Posted by: Melissa T | August 31, 2007 at 08:46 PM
you always post the best pictures :)
Posted by: kalen | August 31, 2007 at 09:00 PM
Aaaahh! Miette is turning out to be quite a handsome fellow!!
Posted by: saffron | August 31, 2007 at 10:28 PM
ya i totally did wonder what u were doing hehe
Posted by: kim* | September 01, 2007 at 01:07 AM
The banana bread looks yummy! Is it homemade?
Posted by: Helen | September 01, 2007 at 04:56 AM
Miette is beautiful. And I'm so relieved that you are OK, Miss E, and that everything at the black apple cottage is as beautiful as ever.
Posted by: moya | September 01, 2007 at 11:48 AM
Enjoy your downtime! The banana bread looks delicious. I can't wait for it cool off in Vegas so I can start doing some baking.
Posted by: Brianna | September 01, 2007 at 02:31 PM
What a fine feline fellow!
I love your little picture frames.
All the best,
Tilly
Posted by: Tilly | September 01, 2007 at 05:26 PM
Miette is such a pretty kitty.
Posted by: Janet | September 01, 2007 at 07:24 PM
your chair looks great!
Posted by: janelle-y | September 01, 2007 at 09:11 PM
I'm glad you are back. I really enjoy reading your blog.
Posted by: Shaylind Standing | September 02, 2007 at 09:51 AM
Happy nappy miette. Hope the swimming drunk people are worn out soon. :(
Posted by: tiffany | September 04, 2007 at 11:31 AM
your kitty has such sweet eyes. Swimming drunk people can only last so long! keep up the hope!
Posted by: LindsayLuu | September 04, 2007 at 11:56 AM
I'm in love with your chair!
Posted by: Heather | September 05, 2007 at 12:38 PM