Sunday, January 1, 2023

Time for Bed


The time is late,
the shadows are deep,
and all little boys
should be fast asleep.

The house is quiet
except for young Ned,
who is tossing and turning
upstairs in his bed.

"Oh, why can't I sleep?
I feel so awake;
could it be that I ate
too much chocolate cake?"


Featured: my dad made
this two doll beds,
guaranteed to provide
a good night's rest.

38 comments:

eileeninmd said...

Hello,

Cute poem and photo. I toss and turn, wish I had some chocolate cake.
I wish you and yours all the best in 2023, a happy and healthy New Year!

linda said...

So cute! wishing you a Happy New Year! xx

Ellie Foster said...

They are really sweet little beds which your Dad made and they look very comfortable! Mmm, chocolate cake - my favourite!
Happy new Year
Best wishes
Ellie

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

The beds and those pretty pillows are adorable. Happy New year!

Vee said...

Those beds are so adorable! Chocolate can keep one awake? That's it! No more chocolate at bed time.

Billie Jo said...

How beautiful! I love them!!! Have a cozy day.

VeggieMummy said...

What a lovely keepsake from your Dad. I love the tiny, embroidered pillow. Happy New Year! xx

Louca por porcelana said...

Beautiful artwork and adorable poem. Happy New Year!

Creations By Cindy said...

So adorable. Happy New Year! Hugs and blessings, Cindy

Yvonne said...

Oh... this is so sweet. Clever Dad.

Lorrie said...

Such darling little beds for tired heads. Wishing you a year of wonderful sleep!

VENTANA DE FOTO said...

Mis felicitaciones, en este nuevo año 2023.

Rhodesia said...

They are fabulous.
A very Happy New Year to you. May it be a healthy and happy year. Cheers Diane

Liz That Skinny Chick Can Bake said...

Oh, my gosh, those beds are precious!! You and your dad are both so talented!

Patricia said...

Such darling little beds Amalia, with the cutest quilts and pillows. Poor Ned, we all know what happens with too much chocolate :) xx

Lowcarb team member said...

I enjoyed your poem and I do like the two doll beds your dad made. The crochet and embroidery bedding is lovely too.

Happy New Year Wishes.

All the best Jan

Becki said...

Chocolate cake would be the culprit I expect. Those are the cutest little beds, with the sweetest coverlets, embroidered pillows and a granny square rug between them! You are so clever.

Becki said...

Oooh. I just saw the note that your dad made the little beds. He's a clever one, too. :)

Veronica Lee said...

Love the darling little beds, Amalia! Sooooooo cute!

Happy 2023!

Kim said...

Those pillows!! Do they come in my size?? Wishing you all the best in 2023 my friend!! xo

Rostrose said...

Dear Amalia, the little beds your father made have turned out beautifully (talented family!!!) and they look very cozy with pillows and blankets. A doll will definitely sleep well here if it's the right size ;-) Your poem fits in very well too.
I wish you and your loved ones good luck and health in the new year! 🥂🍀😌
All the best from Austria, Traude
https://rostrose.blogspot.com/2023/01/costa-rica-1-kapitel-einleitung.html

Sallie (FullTime-Life) said...

This took me back to my childhood -- both eating too much chocolate cake *and* remembering that I loved my doll-beds. What a lovely thing for you and your dad to work together on. (I'm guessing the blankets are your work!)

Happy New Year to All.

Carla from The River said...

I love the little beds and the sweet blankets and pillows. And the rug. So much lovely little detail.
xx oo
Carla

Snowbird said...

Goodness, you have surpassed yourself! Utterly charming.xxx

Red Rose Alley said...

These are the cutest little beds, Amalia. I like the small rug, the blankets, and pillows. I just made a chocolate cake - just right for the new year.

~Sheri

alljobidea.com said...

Nice.

Marilyn @ MountainTopSpice said...

Oh this is just precious! I love these two little beds, and can see that you added sweet details with the comforters, the bedside table and rug! Your poem, as always is just so adorable!!! Love your creative style, dear friend!

Jean | DelightfulRepast.com said...

Amalia, you and your dad are so talented! Love these beds and the poem.

EL INVENTARIO DE MJ said...

Me han encantado!
Son el juguete ideal para cualquier pequeña.

BESOS

Polly said...

oh my word, the beds and bedding are adorable :-)

Tammy@T's Daily Treasures said...

Those are really adorable. I toss and turn quite often.

Margie said...

I can relate to young Ned. Chocolate's caffeine keeps me up at night too!

Junkchiccottage said...

These little beds are so sweet. I wish I could shrink down and slide into one for a nice nap. Hugs. Kris

Colo Junkett said...

Amazing project! your so talented, I collect dolls, but haven't attempted doll house or furniture,

Mami Made It said...

Oh I love everything in that post. The wood work, the crochet and the poem. So lovely and sweet :)
~ Petra

Mia Coman said...

Foarte nostim acest dulce dormitori cu patututi si asternuturi colorate!
Imi plac mult,
Mia

baili said...

Oh your dad did such a lovely job my friend!

No I know that art is in your blood :)

Sherry's Pickings said...

these are so sweet.