The dingy aquatic webbed footed diver tagged 'the loon' is found in North America, Europe, Asia and debatably Africa. The word loon is sometimes associated with one being a little kooky or just plain loony. Folklore had dubbed this loony description as havin' uncontrolled madness from the lunar phases of the moon where the deranged word lunatic was born. She promised me as her "Loony Winner" I could be as loony as she is. This would mean there are two chicks runnin' free from straight jackets who are erratically crazy, maniacally spinnin' around the bend being foolishly outrageous. This Ozarks farm chick likes to think we are just a couple of deliriously unique gals.
Connie at the Far Side of Fifty is just the sweetest fun lovin' gal ya'd ever hope to meet. This Northern Boonie gal and the Far Guy have two daughters and five perfect grandchildren. She has a diverse blog where you can meet Chance, a lively photogenic Border Collie and view wonderful photos from the past and present. Let her take ya'll down memory lane as she draws you into the heritage of her wonderful stories. Connie shares my love of beautiful flowers (OCFD:obsessive compulsive flower disorder) and great tunes from the oldies. I also have to agree with her that Sean Connery is one class act.
Together Connie and the Far Guy make these beautiful ornaments. Connie designs the ornament and Far Guy cuts out the diamond shape. Connie then burns the outline and applies the paint makin' each and every one distinctively different. Then a name or message is burned on the back followed by a finishing process that would draw the attention of Basset furniture designers. There is definitely a duo effort crafted into each and every charming original ornament.
Ray Charles sang in the 1967 tune 'Here We Go Again', "That there's no way to win," does not hold true with this chick. Au Contraire Mon Frair, I've been livin' in Giveaway Heaven! I not only won one of these splendid ornaments, I am blessed with the message on the back from my dear blog-sister that I can cherish year after year. As I was ripin' into the package pulling out the note card containing a sweet Christmas wish, the 'Loony Ornament' and the beautiful copper hook I found myself singing, "HERE WE GO AGAIN!!!"
THANK YOU CONNIE :O)
Love the ornament! It`s very well done.
ReplyDeleteA band of looney women, sounds about like perfection to me! =)
Congratulations! What a nice surprise. I also enjoy Connie's blog, especially being a fellow Northerner who is wishing for your weather about now.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful ornament. What an awesome surprise!
ReplyDeleteBlessings, andrea
Congrats! I like the "From one loony chick to another" People that can laugh at themselves are the best kind of people.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the ornament!
Oh Nezzy, you "deliriously unique gal," you crack me up!
ReplyDeleteThere is an episode of the Andy Griffith Show called "Back to Nature," in which Andy, Barney, and Gomer take several boys for a weekend camping trip, and Barney and Gomer end up getting lost. At one point, Barnet hears a noise (actually Andy) and tells Gomer it's a "Red Crested Web Footed Lake Loon." I will never again be able to see that episode without thinking of you and your looney friend.
And by the way, the ornament is beautiful! And looney!
LOL! Sweet ornament :-)
ReplyDeleteHey, I'm familiar with those dingy aquatic webbed footed divers as they live in the lakes around here. 'Course I'm also familiar with some of those other kinds of loons, too...hee hee....
Enjoy your day!
From another fifty something mama with OCFD,
Tammy ~@~
Nothing wrong with a little touch of loonie! hahaha
ReplyDeleteBeautiful ornament! I love how her and her husband work together to create.
I love them! I love crafty people! People cease to amaze me with their talents. Unreal! So wonderful that blogging has created so many wonderful friendship...who would have ever thought it!
ReplyDeleteVery cool. I love wood burning. Nothing wrong with being a little loony. I love the blog community, it's like having a bunch of great pen pals (remember those?)
ReplyDelete"Loony Chick" - your claim-to-fame.
ReplyDeleteWear your title proudly!!
Enjoy your day, Nezzy!
How cute! I love artistic people.
ReplyDeleteHow cool - Hey you know being loony is a good thing - cuz as they say, "Normal is just a setting on a washing machine!" Blessings and peace to you pretty lady!
ReplyDeleteI'm in awe of crafty people. Kudos to you for winning such a cute keepsake. Nothing wrong with a little loony behaviorto keep things fun.
ReplyDeleteNezzy,
ReplyDeleteYou may be looney but your a hoot! Congrats on all your winnings, we should head to a casino together since your on such a lucky roll! Have a great week!
Hugs, Cindy
Nezzy, You always get a laugh out of me - even your comments leave me roaring with laughter at the priceless wording of your remarks.
ReplyDeleteYou are one delightful lady!
I love Loons and Looney people...Glad you won...!! Ive been updating and redoing my blog..wow it takes so much effort, but is kind of fun and Im learning a lot..that s why I havent been blogging for a week or so..Im just trying to add some new stuff while I await my old blog posts..seems like forever..Thanks for you comment on my blog..my girl is having a blast..I wish I were there too..Have a great day..and Ill be back very soon..Its always fun to stop by here..!
ReplyDeleteSo true! Here we go again. Love the ornaments and you too. xoxo
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Hello--
ReplyDeleteCongrats on winning! Have you tried the Powerball----if you win maybe you could pass some my way. :)
Survived the first day back--kids were pretty quiet as were the adults.
How much snow do you have? KC has over 15 AND we are suppose to get 4 or 5 mor on Wednesday
plus an artic blast. Snow yes-artic blast no.
Have a great evening.
Melinda
That was mine! I visit them often.
ReplyDeleteThat is so sweet! I love that it's a dual project.
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful...she's quite talented! You have been the giveaway Queen lately...you're on a winning streak. Maybe you should play the lottery this month!
ReplyDeleteI just love your little twist to things in your posts! Makes for good reading...
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Nezzy! It's so exciting and fun to win giveaways. :)
ReplyDelete(I can just picture you going about your day singing one tune after another... whatever song suits the occasion!)
Wow, I have a family of Looney's that lives down the road. That is a family name around here. Guess they would be honorary members.
ReplyDeleteCrafted gifts are the best.
I loved the lesson about lunar loony...it makes sense. I also liked the ornaments. I agree Sean Connery is one class act. I also love Mark Harmon...going on a 30 plus year crush on him.
ReplyDeleteThat is wonderful I love surprises in my mail box. I remember the first seed trade it was like Christmas in August.
ReplyDeleteYou are my kind of lunatic!
ReplyDeleteThat duck is adorable. I need one for my collection. xoxo
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Congrats, you funny Ozarks Farm Chick:)
ReplyDeleteOh, I just LOVE it! The Ornament is just Beautiful, and I adore the "Loony" in all of you!
ReplyDelete-Amy
Your site is gorgeous! And you are too funny. Congratulations on winning.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your comment on my blog! I hope you are staying warm in the Ozarks!
Hi Nezzy!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing the picture of the lovely ornament. Blessings to you dear one.
Congrats on your win Nezzy, I rarely win anything, no luck at all. The ornament is great! I am a looney chic and proud of it!
ReplyDeleteStay warm,
The Park Wife
How sweet! What a great memory to unpack every Christmas.
ReplyDeleteI've had a crush on SeanConnary for more years than I care to admit... Second only to James Garner.
Congrats on the win. I love LOONS!
ReplyDeleteHmmmm....Loons, Loony? Does this make the state of Minnesota "LOONY" since the Loon is the state bird; and all residents and former ones ( that includes me ) Loony???
Happy New Year...may you be blessed much by hand of the Lord this coming year.
Pamela
I'm pretty sure I'm a card-carrying member of the "Looney Club"-- At least my husband thinks so on a fairly regular basis :-)
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your giveaway win. The ornament is perfect!.
Thanks for the link. I'm off to say hi to Connie.
xo
I am so glad that you liked it..I hope it becomes part of your favorite ornaments for many years! It was a fun give away! You are now officially as loony as me:)
ReplyDeleteWell done Far Side! I love all the ornaments she has.
ReplyDeleteWhat a treasure! In more ways than one too. Wonderful win. Thanks for the link to Connie's blog too, looks like another good read!
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful! Here in Canada when I hear the word loon, I think of our one dollar coin, it's called a looney because it has the picture of a loon on it just like your pretty ornament.
ReplyDeleteLooney is the only way to be - so much more fun. sandie
ReplyDeleteShe sounds like such a lovely person!!! You two are dynamo!!! So glad you won!!!! Congrats!!! You are a very special lady, and you bring me big smiles...and so I am delighted to hear that some of the smiles you give are coming back to you!!! Love you! Janine XO
ReplyDeleteThe girls and I came by for a visit. They were home from school today. We had a good laugh at all the Funny blog names you have on your blog roll. We agree the favourite is Nanny Goats in Panties. Underwear in all its many forms always gets a little giggle around here.
ReplyDeleteHey You! Nezzy, you and your hubby have yourselves a very wonderful Anniversary today! Happy, Happy # 37!! I didn't think anyone else was crazy enough to get married in January! If we were there we would try to drag you to Mexican Villa for a double anniversary celebration. Although we like Cielito Lindo now for our Chiles Rellenos!!
ReplyDeleteI have that tune in my head now and will be humming it for days. I see it is your anniverary and I thought you were a new bride:) Best wishes.
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Those ornament they make are lovely. You will treasure that one forever. Loons remind me of when I was a little girl in my dad's fishing boat. Thank you for all the beautiful comments you leave me...you are a sweet friend. xoxo
ReplyDeleteNezzy your a hoot girl...I'm loving your blog...I will be sure and add you to my follow list...Thanks for coming by so glad you did so I could meet you...I love meeting new people and say WHAT the piano was burned for fire wood...well I tell you if I was ever cold I would also burn everything in my house ha ha!! Oh I probably would start with my hubs ha ha!! hey men can be replaced but good antiques are hard to find ha ha!! Many blessings to you my new found friend...come back now you hear....hugs and smiles Gl♥ria
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