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This is the view out my studio window that makes me happy every day. More often than not there's a goldfinch on the thistle feeder or sipping from the bird bath. Even on the hottest days, it soothes and refreshes me.

From my desk I can't see the hose or the meter. A couple of weeks ago I hung that fern there while I was getting it's real location ready. Turns out I really like it here. I love happy accidents. The ground cover under the feeder and bath is Sweet Woodruff, transplanted from the back yard. It's starting to fill in nicely. That's my beloved hydrangea bush to the left. It's very dense and offers nice privacy - and then gorgeous flowers, of course.

I was thinking the other day that when I move my studio into what is now Simon's room, I'll miss this cozy corner. The view out Simon's window is nice too though - it overlooks the backyard and acres of the Christmas tree farm. I'll have to hang birdfeeders and windchimes out that window then.

For now, I have a few more years to enjoy this view.