Monday, March 14, 2011

An important event in Arizona...(and a slightly weird intro for it)

Prepare to groan. And not in a "I slammed my finger in the car door kind of way" but more in a "Jenny is really verging on insanity" kind of way.

So...

I heard through a...


(berry)good friend of mine who heard it through the...


(grapevine) that certain people in the United States who are still having lousy weather are thinking of making...


(anemone - get it? An enemy!) of people who live in Arizona. They are tired of getting...


(beet) up with cold weather and nothing they do keeps the gray at...


(bay) so just to help everyone feel they ...


(oregano! Get it? Are going to go!) someplace warm as soon as a...


(larkspur! Get it? Lark spurs) them on...

You must quit being a...


(pansy) and pack your...

(ummm....cabbage...baggage...ummm) because there are many great...


(dills) for airfare right now...


(iris...ummm.... I wish) you will...


(lettuce) entice you to Arizona soon.


(orange) you glad I shared all these pictures I took in my garden today with you?

And if you're going to be in Arizona or you already live here you might be interested in attending an Arizona Bloggers luncheon. Here's the information on it (but please don't worry, there are no more garden pictures and please don't tell Meri how weirdly I intro'd this. She thinks I'm all sophisticated and serious and I hate to give her the wrong impression, ya know?):


EVENT: AZ Bloggers Luncheon

DATE: Saturday, April 9, 2011

TIME: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

WHERE: ImagiMeri’s Creations Studio (Meri Wiley’s House)

R.S.V.P. by April 1, 2011 to meriw@cox.net or call (480) 274-7219, please.

There is a $10 entrance fee due the day of the event because Meri is going to teach us to make shadow boxes. Meri is planning a potluck style meal and has a list if side/dishes/beverages/desserts for you to choose from.

She also has a list of supplies she is ... ummm... supplying and a list of things you need to bring.

Here's some links to Meri's posts about the luncheon:

Meri's blog.

The original invitation with information.

Some of the supplies she has on hand.

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48 comments:

  1. Gaurang RaoMarch 14, 2011 at 3:03 AM

    Nice Photos. There is a meme blog here too - http://finerfriday.blogspot.com/

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  2. AnonymousMarch 14, 2011 at 3:36 AM

    Your garden looks amazing! Plants grow so well where you live.

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  3. UnknownMarch 14, 2011 at 3:39 AM

    GROAN!!!! Very punny.

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  4. Arkansas PattiMarch 14, 2011 at 3:41 AM

    Yes, it is possible to groan and smile at the same time. Scary but possible. Nice job.
    Wow, that is all in your garden? Wasn't envious of Az before, might be now.
    Thank you for stopping by TNS and for the nice comments.

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  5. Wanda MetcalfMarch 14, 2011 at 4:32 AM

    te hehe ok. well though those may be still a bit colder else where than AZ, they will be thrilled they are in the 80's when AZ is hitting 112 or so!

    I sure wish I could be at the Blogger luncheon how cool would that be!?!?!!

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  6. Joanne LendaroMarch 14, 2011 at 4:37 AM

    hahaha!! I'm still sitting here in the snow!! Love to hop on a plane and head that direction! Cute post!

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  7. TerraMarch 14, 2011 at 4:37 AM

    Umm, can I just say - Jealous of your Garden. Won't be in AZ in April...can't go to the luncheon and I think I am plummed out - er bummed out

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  8. WilloughbyMarch 14, 2011 at 4:55 AM

    Those are the best botanical puns I've seen all day! Ok, they're the only ones I've seen all day, but it's early, yet.

    The luncheon sounds a-maize-ing (corn, get it?). I hope you have a grape time! I'll stop now...

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  9. Wanda.....March 14, 2011 at 5:11 AM

    All your green photos(green tomatoes) leave me GREEN with envy(ivy)!!!

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  10. jabblogMarch 14, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    I enjoyed this very much! It's the sort of thing that gathers momentum and takes over, isn't it?

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  11. Vicki/JakeMarch 14, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    Oh, good one Jemmy...just keep rubbing it in, showing us all we're missing, enticing us with the foodie things we'll not be able to digest...
    You're a peach:)

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  12. Julie Kwiatkowski SchulerMarch 14, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    How wonderful and green! Thanks for giving us Northerners a peek.

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  13. CarolMarch 14, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    LOVE the puns! Last night (and currently) we have snow fallin'!) Blah! I am ready to pack up the family and head to Arizona forever! Thanks for sharing the beautiful pixs!!

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  14. Theresa PlasMarch 14, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    I hope you have a beery good thyme Jen!!!

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  15. Linda @ A La CarteMarch 14, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    I loved this and the puns are so clever Jenny girl! Enjoy your blogger get together!

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  16. AnonymousMarch 14, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    Wonderful, fun post. But I must admit I am really ready for some green here.

    Teresa

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  17. Bossy BettyMarch 14, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    I enjoyed this way more than I should have!

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  18. Ms. AMarch 14, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Even trying to imagine the time and thought this took is too overwhelming for me!

    Helloooooo, Jenny!

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  19. Auntie sezzzzzz...March 14, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Ohh you are sumpthin' else!!! -giggles-

    Well, yes, I am sick and tired of snow cover. But not planning on jumping on any planes. Just have to wait it out, right here. :-)

    Have fun at your gathering.

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  20. JudieMarch 14, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    Last night I dreamed that I planted a garden, and things actually sprouted!! Imagine my surprise when I saw all your beautiful pictures!!

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  21. Busy Bee SuzMarch 14, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    If I was in AZ I would be first in line. I LOVED your garden intro...you are the cleverest woman I know!!

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  22. Susan AndersonMarch 14, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    You are too clever, Jenny. (Scratch that. There's no such thing as being too clever, is there?)

    And I wish I lived closer because I'd definitely be there!

    =)

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  23. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)March 14, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    Grrrrrooooowwwwwnnnn!!! Ouch on the finger girl! I hope your OK!

    What a creative and wonderful post dear!!! Ya had me gigglin' all the way through.

    Oh, how I wish I could come! Dang, if I'm not suck knee~deep here on the Ponderosa!

    God bless and have a glorious week sweetie!!!

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  24. JoMarch 14, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    well i am just plum tuckered out from all of the bad weather ... and totally green with ivy (envy) ... clearly i cant do this like you did, so ... in my own words ... gosh, i would love to see some sun ... it must do ya such a world of good to wake up and see blossoms and blue skies ... hugs ...

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  25. ain't for city galsMarch 14, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    We have to brag on Arizona now while the bragging is good! April is my favorite month..coming up soon! The get together sounds like fun..I already have plans but maybe next time..

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  26. Deborah AnnMarch 14, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Oohhh....wish I could go! But I'm stuck here in the frozen tundra. I won't display any plant code for this condition, as currently there are no plants growing here...

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  27. DonnieMarch 14, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    That was so funny. You are too creative.

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  28. SueMarch 14, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    I'm going to be packing my bags soon, but not heading to Arizona...way too far for a little spring jaunt! One of these days!

    The snow came within 20 miles of us today, so I am jealous of that living stuff right now. I am certainly enjoying my daily grapefruit:) I'm not skinny yet though!

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  29. Heidi-"Heidi in Real Life"March 14, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    Very clever! Your pictures made me so lonesome for spring! I learned something about certain plants too! Wish you had a bloggers luncheon in WI! Thanks for coming reading my blog--I'm a new fan of yours!

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  30. TheresaMarch 14, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    I sure wish I could come to that luncheon BUT I will be on the beach:) Your story using the garden was W-E-L-L interesting :)

    Have a blessed evening, HUGS!

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  31. Leslie MorganMarch 14, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    Well, I am groaning, but it's from giggling so long. I LOVE word play. Very well done, Jenny!

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  32. AmesMarch 14, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    uhhhh.......did you grow all that stuff in your back yard???...I sure would like to fly out to Az and see my sis, and of course you Jenny. I would also like to join a Florida bloggers but haven't seen one..

    Happy Monday Jenny!~Ames

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  33. "Alone again.... naturally!"March 14, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    I applaud your effort there Jenny girl, but really some of those analogies gives me the sneezes!

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  34. MarleneMarch 14, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    From your TWO LIPS to my ears. ;)

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  35. BonnieMarch 14, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    You are "berry" awesome Miss Jenny! Loved the pictures. I really love irises. What colors are yours?

    Thank you for the pretty pictures and putting a smile on my face.

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  36. Linda Bob Grifins Korbetis HallMarch 14, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    impressed by your witty plants play.
    fabulous tale .

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  37. Barbara RosenzweigMarch 14, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    Yup, a real groaner, but I enjoyed it!
    Barb

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  38. RedBettySummerMarch 14, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    What a fun way to write a post. Thanks for stopping by my blog, too. Have a great time at the blogger's luncheon. My husband went to Arizona a couple of weeks ago and said it is definitely on our to-do list.

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  39. Su-sieee! MacMarch 14, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    Hahahahah, I love a great pun. The event sounds like fun. I would go, if I lived there.

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  40. PondsideMarch 14, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    Thanks for the smile, Jenny! You are too much!
    I'd be at that lunch in a minute if I could. I think we'll be in Arizona next winter for a visit - let's do lunch then!

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  41. StefMarch 14, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    What!!! I would totally go to this. Can't she wait to do it until April 21-23 when I will be there alreadY? How I would love to me you in person. Because you, my friend, are amazing.
    Next time. Next time, I tell ya!
    (And I loved your intro!!)

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  42. JackieMarch 14, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    That's totally RADish !

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  43. Liz MaysMarch 15, 2011 at 3:40 AM

    That was so darn cute! Your Arizona really is pretty, I have to say.

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  44. ~✽Mumsy✽~March 15, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    What a delightful post, Jenny! You're so clever with the use of words :-)

    Wish I live in Arizona so I can attend the luncheon..

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  45. AmyMarch 15, 2011 at 1:57 PM

    I hate your garden. Hate in a I love it and am so insanely jealous of the beauty of it kind of way.

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  46. UnknownMarch 15, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    Look at you flexing those comedic brussels of yours. ;) You're always fun to read!

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  47. AllieMarch 15, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    Dear cousin,
    You need to enter this contest! If i win, we are going, if you win, we are going, KK???
    It looks AMAZING!!!

    http://cltravellink.hotims.com/r5/showkiosk.asp?listing_id=4003903

    Much love and wishful thinking!
    Your cousin

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  48. Splendid Little StarsMarch 17, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    Oh! You have green things in your yard! And they're growing! Oh!
    (I do love [to visit] Arizona!)

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