Friday Smiles

Hello Everyone,

It's quite a while since I've been able to join in with Annie's Friday Smiles and I've missed it. But, in truth, some weeks there wasn't too much to smile about. Happily things have gotten better and we've been getting out and about a bit more which means I have some happy photos to share.

Last Friday we took a trip to our favourite market town, Castle Douglas, and discovered this coffee shop, In House Chocolates, that also sells handmade chocolates - my idea of heaven!

I forgot to take a photo of the chocolates - they are many and varied. I did get a shot of the coffee and ONE chocolate ... the EM couldn't wait to have his!!!

We were aware of the chocolates being made further back in the shop. It was a lovely experience.

Later we drove down to Threave Gardens. It's a National Trust property renowned for it's ospreys. Spotted this artwork which depicts the wildlife, etc., that might be spotted there.

Back at home we've been enjoying some beautiful weather - sunny but still cool - and it's brought out the blossoms.

This is the plum tree. Planted three years ago it produced a few blossoms last year but no fruit. We have high hopes that this year will be better.

And finally, just because it made me gasp, here's a photo of my son, and his car, taken just a week ago at Aviemore.

This, while we were basking in sunshine here in Ayrshire. What a difference a few miles north makes.

As you can see, we've had plenty to reasons to smile this week. I hope you've enjoyed them and for more smiley posts do pop over to A Stitch In Time.

Take care and have a great week.