Simply Southern ATX

04/04/2024

That front porch and those wood panels... They got a new double layer of stain this weekend and I couldn't be happier with how it looks and what an awesome job they did. Thank you to Lindsey and Cole! WOOT!!

04/03/2024

Oh my goodness... So many things! You can see Lily enjoying her patio time in the Texas Sun. Then there are the bluebonnets I planted by seed last year, they are doing phenomenal. I hope they reseed themselves as they should.

I power washed that rug and it looks so great I'm so happy with the outcome.

I had a couple dead bushes that my neighbor offered to pull, thank you so much Levi! Then it was time to mulch and that makes everything look so fresh. I left the front area with just the giant cactus, it's enough to fill the space. And see those tiny green buds on that cactus? Those are going to be new paddles when I come back in the fall.

Though it's hard to see there is a fresh coat of white paint on the walls in the living area, it looks so much better.

Shout out to all my helpers... Couldn't have done it without you!

03/24/2024

This week I visited Thomas Dambo's installation of Malin, a forest troll made of recycled wood. It's at Pease Park in Austin if you want to see her. He does this art throughout the world. Thank you Thomas for kindness through art.

03/19/2024

Spring cleaning is underway...stove, fridge and washer/dryer were moved to clean underneath and around. Took a damp rag to the ceiling fans - better than just dusting! Cleaned the high (read hard to reach) windows and associated tchotchkes. Also had the two heat/AC units deep cleaned by a professional. Other sprucing up in the near future - stay tuned!

02/21/2024

Check it out... Simply Southern ATX got a new rolling gate! I 🤍 it, and so does Lily!!

06/07/2022

🤣🤣🤣

04/30/2022

From puppy to dog, and they're still friends. Heartwarming.

04/10/2022

Got a funny meme?? Post it here!

03/12/2022

Earlier this week I booked an Airbnb in Ukraine, with no intention of staying there. I heard about this grassroots initiative to directly help the folks in Ukraine - so I did it. I realize this isn't much, but in some small way I hope it helps. Here's the story as reported by NPR.

(You can also simply give money to Airbnb, they help refugees find housing etc.)

https://www.npr.org/2022/03/05/1084739721/airbnb-ukraine-direct-aid/?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email

As the idea spread, more than 61,000 nights were booked, grossing nearly $2 million. One host in Kyiv says the donations have helped pay staffers who have fled and buy food for elderly neighbors.

03/12/2022

I must look up this "tiny dragon", she sounds very smart. Perhaps she shall be my mascot. 🐲

03/11/2022

These people are doing their part to "Keep Austin weird"

03/08/2022

My favorite is the Great Dane.

02/28/2022

Visited Community First! today and they had these 3D, concrete printed buildings. First time I've seen anything like it in person, pretty cool! 😎

They provide homes for Austin homeless via https://mlf.org/community-first/

02/26/2022

Me n these dogs. 😂😂😂

02/24/2022

And so it goes... Year 3 in Texas in February = Year 3 February snow!

02/22/2022

Even if you read just a few it will brighten your day. 🤣🤣🤣

These Pet Owners Knew Just the Way to Punish Their Furry Friends February 9, 2017 by Adriana Matthews When it comes to pets, there are so many wonderful quirks about them. They have this unparalleled ability to make you feel loved and make you laugh at the same time. So when they do something naught...

02/14/2022

Can you say awwww??!

Happy Valentine's day!

02/04/2022

Sharing pics from FLORIDA today... There are warmer days ahead Austin. Hang in there!!

01/25/2022

https://simplysouthernatx.wordpress.com/2022/01/24/fun-on-a-sunday-cota-karting/

I had no idea I could go to COTA (Circuit of the Americas) without seeing a Formula One Race…but it turns out I can, and you can too! Yesterday I went go-karting at COTA. I haven’t done…

01/24/2022

I saw one of these today as I was driving on the country roads South of Austin.

What's a memorable bird or animal you've encountered??

https://images.app.goo.gl/M6Ak18uLvjQKE8nf8

Found on Google from en.wikipedia.org

01/20/2022

The cheetah is beautiful, but that Anatolian Shepherd holds a spot in my 🤎

https://youtu.be/g67e0hDT1oQ

Anatolian Shepherd dogs are used by Dr Laurie Marker of the Cheetah Conservation Fund in the ongoing efforts to prevent cheetahs which have attacked livestoc...

01/11/2022

Yes I have a Chihuahua.
Yes she acts just like this.
But... She has no teeth.

Happy Tuesday!!

https://youtu.be/TKQcAzBpKew

This guy liked to pet his chihuahua's head to relax after a long day of work. However, his pup didn't find it relaxing at all and snarled, barked, and growle...

01/03/2022

https://simplysouthernatx.wordpress.com/2022/01/02/inner-space-cavern/

Last week I had the opportunity to visit the Inner Space Cavern near Georgetown Texas, and it was great fun! I was there with some family members. We chose the easiest of three tour options, mostly…

12/23/2021

Happy holidays from my Tiny home to yours!

12/17/2021

Every menagerie needs an Ernest!

Ernest Brings A Warm Welcome To The Whole Barnyar…: https://youtu.be/UaHp9P8HrYw

Ernest the cat loves to greet newcomers to the farm. It all starts with Sassy, the pig, when he gives her cuddles and the farm hasn’t been the same since. Ev...

12/10/2021

https://youtu.be/JZ9xJ3Cj46I

Magda and her friend found Icky on the street, and knew that they couldn't just leave her there. So they decided to bring her along for the ride!Special than...

12/09/2021

As seen on a WI outdoor zoo in my area.