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Bees on Basil

Kim Pezzeminti — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 15:39:54 +0100

Spring is Springing down here in Florida! Last weekend, I walked out into my yard where I have planted lots of herbs and plants to attract all kinds of wonderful critters and flitters! My first sign of feeding was my bees on the basil bush! What a show! I just plopped down in the grass and was amazed at these tiny flitters hopping from flower to flower enjoying the yummies. They had no idea that I was anywhere in sight. They were intoxicated by the frRead More...

GermiNATION of seed and spirit

Kim Pezzeminti — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:28:36 +0100

At the end of February during the full moon, I planted Mammoth Sunflower seeds into a mini indoor greenhouse kit. After planting the seeds, I performed a ceremony with one of my turkey feathers and blessed the seeds to grow! I sat my mini greenhouse in my kitchen so I could track the progress of my seedlings each day. The directions said the germination time was 14-21 days. This weekend as I was working in the kitchen, my eye caught a tiny glimpse of green emerging froRead More...

Feeding the Good Wolf

Kim Pezzeminti — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:56:35 +0100

Life is full of twists and turns, ups and downs and unhappy people. So many times those "unhappy people" try to spread their toxic waste onto "happy" people. As "happy" people we must constantly remind ourselves of the wonderful things we have within our heart and send good intention to those who need love. We should always look around and see the beautiful things which surround us! My house and my yard are my sanctuary. When I look outside I see beautiful Read More...

LOVE

Kim Pezzeminti — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:24:17 +0100

Love...what a powerful four lettered word! We use it everyday to show our affection for our spouse, children, parents and even our animals. When my husband tells me he loves me, it is like he is wrapping a big soft blanket of protection around me for the day! Love is not only a word but a feeling for me! Love for me is that warmness which flows from my chest, up through my throat and sometimes erupting into tears of happiness! When our heart is happy, that is LOVRead More...

My "girly" friend and I go hunting

Kim Pezzeminti — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 16:28:17 +0100

What a wonderful way to start off 2010! My "girly" friend Melanie and her husband joined us at our hunting camp this past weekend to enjoy the last weekend of white tail rifle season. This was a first for my fashionista friend who has never been a cold weather fan. ( our temperatures were in the teens). My friend had also never been hunting. I packed her warm and cozy camo clothing which had a flair of high fashion. She always dresses and looks adorable! &nRead More...

Follow Your Nose!

Kim Pezzeminti — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 15:59:35 +0100

As hunters we are always thinking about our scent in the woods! Well I would like to share about scents in the house. During the last few months, there has been some mighty fantastic smells coming from our kitchen. There is nothing better than having the smells of turkey, bread, cookies and anything else we might bake up "Stinking up the house". This is what my Dad calls it! When I was little, my Mom would put our Thanksgiving Turkey on the night before the big dRead More...

Hide and Feather Tannenbaum

Kim Pezzeminti — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:57:37 +0100

O Tannenbaum how happy you make me! Can I keep you all year long? I promise to water and nurture you every day! What a special treat to cuddle up in a blanket and sporting my snowman flannel jammies, I just sit and look at you. The white lights are like stars just picked from Heaven and placed ever so delicately on each and every branch. The soft branches feel so wonderful as my hand runs over the sprouting edges. The smell is healing....deep breath in and Read More...

Touched by Angels

Kim Pezzeminti — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:42:33 +0100

Doeville is a wonderful place! Yesterday I received a package in the mail from one of our wonderful customers. This special customer called in an order earlier this year for one of our hoodies. As we chatted on the phone she said she would need a smaller size as she was going through chemo and had lost weight. She also shaRead More...

Nature as my Neighbor

Kim Pezzeminti — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:50:47 +0100

What a wonderful escape to go to hunting camp! A place where I am surrounded by nature as my neighbor! The peace and tranquility is such a blessing. The deer, turkey, fox, birds of all kinds, and lots of chipmunks create such a harmonious environment. Everyone gets along and is focused on their own happiness. The animals are honest and sincere, they don't sweat the small stuff! Humans should take note from these creatures. We should learn how to be quRead More...

Honesty and Integrity (HI)

Kim Pezzeminti — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100

I am so thankful to my wonderful parents for teaching me Honesty and Integrity. The values and morals taught to us as children give us a compassion for life and the ability to care for others. I believe that people who enjoy the outdoors have an EXTRA level of love and compassion. When our feet can crunch through leaves in a forest or we can hop rocks in a creek bed, we become engaged in the energy of Mother Nature. There is no greater therapy or medication than being Read More...

Dots and Bob

Kim Pezzeminti — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100

I wanted to tell you about the 2 newest DoeVille employees, Dots and Bob. Dots appeared outside the DoeVille headquarters several months ago. He is a young and quite curious cardinal. Not only is his personality incredibly enjoyable but his unique markings earned him the name "Dots". You see he has these bright red dots on this breast, they are adorable. In the beginning, Dots was the only cardinal that would appear to investigate our feeder just outside the offiRead More...

What makes your SPIRIT bell ring?

Kim Pezzeminti — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100

What makes your spirit bell ring? Mountains or Oceans? I ask this question many times of myself. When I am in the great big mountains overlooking wide open spaces, my body feels so grounded, so at home. Spending many summers on horseback for a week in the Teton National Forest elevated my spirit and my creativity. I never came back from these adventures the same woman! As I meet many people they seem to feel the same passion. I have also met people heRead More...

Kitchen of Love

Kim Pezzeminti — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100

My friend Kathy has been placing photos of her new and innovative dinners on her facebook page. Every morning I see these delicious treats before my eyes and want to run to the Kitchen to find a snack. Two nights ago, she made my husbands Risotto recipe and was basically turning flips of joy after eating it! My husband is Italian so Risotto is a staple item in our household. It is the entree that soothes the soul and nurtures you to the bone. When I lived in TennRead More...

Horse Healin' for Humans

Kim Pezzeminti — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100

We have all heard of Horse Sense and how these 1200 pound animals are so intuitive...well...it is true! I just spent my weekend at KingsWood Stables at the Epona Rivers www.eponarivers.com Equine Facilitated Experiential Program.

We began our retreat on Friday in a cozy room filled with lots of horsey items, beautiful fresh flowers, essential oils scented the room with love and relaxing music coming from an Ipod mounted to speakers....WOW....can I just stay right here? HolRead More...

My 94 year old Grandmothers

Kim Pezzeminti — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100

Priceless!!! I guess the credit card company that used this tag line in their advertisements did not know they would describe my week in Tennessee. My parents went on a mini vacation and are the primary care takers for my two 94 year old Grandmothers. My husband and I decided to head North to take my parents place so they could relax. My Nana Ruby lives with my parents and she is as perky as ever! Every morning I would rise and shine, put on a pot of coffee and sRead More...

Bring the OUTSIDE to the INSIDE

Kim Pezzeminti — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100

As hunting season approaches, it is a time for excitement and anticipation!

I also look at my scouting or hunting as a shopping trip for items to adorn our hunting camp and or my home. Nature finds are some of the greatest and most unique accessories on the market. Here are a few of my favorite items and decorating ideas to go along with the treasure:

Pine Cones- small ones are fabulous to pick up and put in a wooden bowl to place on a coffee table or Read More...

Are you feeling UNCOMFORTABLE?

Kim Pezzeminti — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100

I had a wonderful conversation with a friend yesterday. She was sharing her work challenges of being a manager and she made a wonderful statement. She said "When I start to feel uncomfortable about a situation or challenge...I know I am growing!" I loved her outlook! Isn't this so true for us as outdoors people and hunters? I received my first bow this year from my dear friend Les Nation. He presented me this wonderful gift this past summer, the only probleRead More...

Weeping Willow Tree Stand

Kim Pezzeminti — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100

My Great Aunt Lucy had a row of weeping willow trees bordering a creek which ran along in front of her house in Chattanooga, Tennessee. When I was little, I could not wait to go to her house, run down the hill and open the flowing leaf door of the willow and crawl inside to my secret tree house. How wonderful to be surrounded by such soft gentle leaves blowing in the wind. I could sit and listen to the creek babble over the rocks for hours. These trees are my favorite Read More...

Put Your Oxygen Mask on Yourself FIRST!

Kim Pezzeminti — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100

In my past life I traveled extensively. Every week it was hopping on and off airplanes. I will never forget the advice from a dear friend and mentor of mine, Sandy Smith of Sandy Smith Seminars. He said that in life we need to always remember the advice of our airlines: "Put your oxygen mask on FIRST and then assist those around you" This is such simple advise but how often we forget. Our lives become so crazy and hectic that sometimes I believe we even forRead More...

Composting creates Rocket Fuel

Kim Pezzeminti — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100

For my fellow composting friends, I wanted to share my less than scientific test which proves recycling the earth is a good thing.

About 8 months ago, I purchased a round plastic composter. It sits on a plastic base which collects all the liquid from the round bin. When the base is full, you can unscrew the top and wahla...you have rocket fuel! I just poured this magic on some beautiful but young firebushes and a week later, I am amazed. My less than scientificRead More...