Sally is our host for this event and since she loves blue jays I am sharing three of my own. Just for you Sally. I hope they make you smile. Please visit Sally at, Smiling Sally, for lots more blue.
These blue jays are part of a pretty big bird collection of mine. I display them in my great room A Frame windows. I took them down to dust them and paint the wall a lovely gold color. Laura Ashley gold # 3.
This photo I am sharing next was taken for a special window event last year. It was hosted by Cielo at, The House in the Roses. Today I am reposting this photo to show you my birds in the windows and to join Cielo's 'Show off your Cottage' event. Next week when I am back home, I will share the painted view. 'The after.'
Those birds get very dusty up there. My recent spring cleaning and painting gave me the opportunity to take photos of them all. I will share more of them later. The new gold paint looks amazing, but you will have to wait until next week to see the new painted room.
I am in Jacksonville, FL. with my daughter this week. We had the blogging party yesterday. More about that later.
The reason I am still in Fl. this week is a joke on me. The wedding I thought was on Sunday turns out to be next Sunday. Cheri and I decided to stay for the week instead of making two trips to Florida in a week. I hope my hubby is missing me. I KNOW he is missing the puppy. HA!
Love, Jeanne
I am so sorry you got the wrong date and have to stay in "old Florida for a whole week with your daughter....I really feel sorry for you....hehehehe
Poor hubby.
Love the Blue Birds.
Barbara
Posted by: barbara | March 22, 2010 at 04:58 AM
Beautiful blues, beautiful room!!
And that's SO much better than arriving the week AFTER the festivities.
Have a wonderful extended visit, and send details---it's 39 and pouring rain today---I NEED some FLORIDA.
Have a sunny week, Dear Friend!
rachel
Posted by: racheld | March 22, 2010 at 07:03 AM
Jeanne, Your blue Jays are beautiful. My mother in law has a collection as well, and used to keep them on the fireplace mantle. I always enjoyed looking at them. I love that room and those windows! What a wonderful space to show off a collection!
♥, Susan
Posted by: black eyed susans kitchen | March 22, 2010 at 07:17 AM
Blue jays are pretty, but they are aggressive. It's a good thing they are so pretty. ;-)
I can't wait to see the after picture of your room. Waiting isn't easy.
My Blue Devils are going to the Sweet Sixteen!!! Needless to say, we are happy.
Love you. I hope you and Chris have a fun day.
Posted by: Beverly | March 22, 2010 at 07:22 AM
What beautiful birds and what a beautiful window with what looks like a beautiful view!! I can't wait to see the after pics! Lucky you Forgetting" the right date for the wedding!
Debbie
Posted by: Debbie | March 22, 2010 at 07:33 AM
Wow, i love your blue jay collection!
Here's my Blue Monday post, have a great week ahead!
Posted by: Rose | March 22, 2010 at 07:49 AM
Those birds look beautiful and I love how you have them up in the high windows!
That is too funny about the wedding. At least you were there a week early than late. Have fun on your unexpected week of vacation.♥
Posted by: Darlene | March 22, 2010 at 07:59 AM
You even brought CC to the party? Oh, I missed a bunch! (sigh) Love the blue birds, Jeanne. Happy Blue Monday.
Posted by: Sally | March 22, 2010 at 08:28 AM
Hi Jeanne, so, so pretty. I love birds and yours are fabulous.
Just lovely!
Barb ♥
Posted by: Barb | March 22, 2010 at 09:45 AM
looks like a treaturous painting adventure. lol
Posted by: Denise West | March 22, 2010 at 10:46 AM
What a beautiful room, and such pretty birds...you know I love them!! What a view!
Love you, too, and sure wish we had more time together!!
Sure you don't want to come on the airboat ride and do dinner?!! Had to ask!!
Loads of love sweet Jeanne!
Becky
Posted by: Becky | March 22, 2010 at 11:08 AM
I love your window!
Better late than never, my Blue Monday, have a good day!
Posted by: John | March 22, 2010 at 11:37 AM
Looks like those birds have an awesome view from their perch on the window! Oh, I love the part about being a week early for the wedding! That is definitely something I would do!
p.s. can't wait to see the paint!
Posted by: karen | March 22, 2010 at 12:04 PM
Oh, pretty,pretty bluejays. I love them so. What a glorious view your big windows allow you. Have fun down there and take care of Chloe. Happy Blue Monday`
Posted by: Mary | March 22, 2010 at 01:30 PM
Beautiful great room. The birds look great there, but I know dusting can be difficult. The bluebirds are really cute. Can't wait to see the new color.
Ann
Posted by: Ann Creek | March 22, 2010 at 03:12 PM
I can't wait to see how the room turned out and more of your lovely bird collection. What a great place for them to perch!
Hugs,
Dawn
Posted by: Dawn | March 22, 2010 at 03:21 PM
I'm going to remember that one. I could get a date wrong and get to stay in a beautiful location with people I like too. Maybe one day...
I love your birds in the window. I love your window!!
Have a good time.
Becky K.
Posted by: Becky K. | March 22, 2010 at 04:08 PM
Pretty birds. I like the display on your window. Actually I love your window!!!!!! It's beautiful. I'll bet the view is spectacular too.
take care,
Dawn
Posted by: Dawn | March 22, 2010 at 05:00 PM
Oh, Jeanne...are you sure that you didn't PLAN that little mistake? I think you must be having a wonderful time down there! You KNOW Bill misses you and CC. Do those birds attract birds on the outside? I love birds!
Can't wait for more later and pictures!!
xoxo
Deborah
Posted by: Deborah | March 22, 2010 at 07:41 PM
Love your bird collection and that window is awesome. Looks like a great view
too! Happy Blue Monday!
Posted by: Joy | March 22, 2010 at 08:26 PM
Dear Jeanne... I love that sunny living room of yours with that amazing view. Many hours of joyful bliss to you and yours... and thanks for participating in our "SOYCM"..... it's an honor.
blessings
cielo
Posted by: cielo | March 22, 2010 at 08:37 PM
Hello Jeanne,
I think Sally would love love this post with the blue jays just like the logo! :-)
Was the party the one with Claudie's birthday! That must be one happy gathering! Can't wait to see pics. ANd then another gathering with the wedding. you have 2 weeks of fun with you :-)
Mizpah,
Li
Posted by: MyThoughtsMyVoice | March 23, 2010 at 07:40 AM