Friday, July 2, 2010

Dog Days of Summer


'Dog Days' is the name for the sultriest period of summer, from July 3 to Aug. 11. Named in early times by observers in countries bordering the Mediterranean, the period was reckoned as extending from 20 days before to 20 days after the conjunction of Sirius, the Dog Star and the sun.  In the Mediterranean region this period coincided with hot and humid days; hence, the 'dog days of summer!'  How will you spend your 'Dog Days?'

We are starting our 'Dog Days' with a little fishing!  When I realized she didn't have one, I made my youngest child a fishing pole from a piece of bamboo and a string with a small weight attached.  The other two are 'seasoned' fishermen!  Have a wonderful Independence Day!  For more pictures, see 'One Step at a Time.'

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21 comments:

  1. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesJuly 2, 2010 at 10:12 PM

    Sweet photo! I plan to spend my 4th in much the same way!

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  2. vignette designJuly 3, 2010 at 9:34 AM

    I always wondered what the "dog days of summer" meant! Darling picture of your little fishermen. We are spending our dog days at our house in the wine country with kids and grandkids. Swimming, barbecuing, maybe floating the river! Happy 4th!

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  3. Katie OlthoffJuly 3, 2010 at 1:08 PM

    Love the hats, and that cute little gingham dress!

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  4. ShirleyJuly 4, 2010 at 12:18 PM

    Fishin', that's always a good day by the water. Cute photo!!

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  5. Thoughtfully Blended HeartsJuly 4, 2010 at 12:50 PM

    This is a wonderful photo...as all of your photos are!!! I love visiting here and seeing your images!!! Happy 4th!!!

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  6. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageJuly 4, 2010 at 3:09 PM

    Well this is something I certainly did not know! Thanks for the info! (I always wondered) This is such a cute picture--have a wonderful summer! Maybe we'll meet again next week! Jacqueline

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  7. Average GirlJuly 4, 2010 at 3:33 PM

    I always wondered where that saying came from. Love learning new things, and thanks for sharing it!

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  8. PATJuly 4, 2010 at 4:35 PM

    That is the cutest photo!

    Happy 4th of July!

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  9. JacquelineJuly 4, 2010 at 9:51 PM

    Darling photo! They are so cute and what a fun way to pose them and then to put the hats on them - adorable.

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  10. JoyceJuly 5, 2010 at 3:25 AM

    Wonderful photo to cherish forever in your family. I also posted dog days of summer shot this past week. I think we are thinking alike:-)
    Joyce

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  11. MaryJuly 5, 2010 at 3:55 AM

    What a sweet photo! Happy 4th to you!

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  12. A Garden of ThreadsJuly 5, 2010 at 4:33 AM

    They look cute with the hats on, great photo.

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  13. Yvonne @ StoneGableJuly 5, 2010 at 8:19 AM

    I hope you re going to frame this darling picture! It should be above a peg board with those cute as ever hats hung on it!
    This says it all! Cutest image I have seen all summer!
    Yvonne

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  14. ChristieJuly 5, 2010 at 9:16 AM

    The hats are from the $1 bin at Target!

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  15. Gardening in a SandboxJuly 5, 2010 at 11:36 AM

    Looks like they are enjoying summer. Cute hats.

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  16. PondsideJuly 6, 2010 at 1:06 PM

    That's a great photo - a treasure for those cold winter days!
    Summer arrived here about an hour ago. It's about time!

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  17. UnknownJuly 7, 2010 at 2:21 AM

    this is a marvelous photo--i love the matching hats! a great activity to bond and enjoy summer.:p

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  18. Regina July 7, 2010 at 3:50 AM

    What a gorgeous outdoor!

    Have a great week.
    Regina

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  19. LynnJuly 7, 2010 at 9:28 AM

    Cute photo, and I'll be the home made rod caught the first fish-enjoy!

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  20. JessaJuly 7, 2010 at 12:35 PM

    Very cute! Love this post.

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  21. HeidiJuly 7, 2010 at 10:18 PM

    What a sweet picture of the three little fisher-people!
    Thanks so much for linking up to Heart and Home for Wed. Gratitude! I hope you're having a wonderful week.
    XO
    Heidi - Heart and Home

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