Monday, April 15, 2013

Pizza for One

 
 

     What to cook when there is nothing to cook? Last night I made a personal pizza using a whole grain tortilla as the crust. I put my well-seasoned pizza stone in the oven at 450 while I was deciding on the toppings. I use Trader Joe's pizza sauce in a jar because it's decent and always on hand. The last pie I made had grilled zucchini slices on top but I didn't have any on hand. I cooked a pot of quinoa earlier in the day so I spread a layer of that on top of the sauce and frozen petite green peas scattered over the quinoa. Shaved parmesan cheese was the final layer. 
     I heated the stone for another 5 minutes after the assembly was complete. I kept an eye on it through the glass door in my oven after I slid the pizza off the peel. These thin things cook up very quickly. It was done in around 8 minutes and it was very good. I have to get a basil plant for future pies. Use your imagination throw one together yourself using what's on hand.

Sunday, April 14, 2013

Beautiful Bedroom


This is lovely and very soothing. Very sleep inducing, isn't it? via Do you think there is a TV that pops up from that trunk at the foot of the bed? My guess is YES, so it's perfect for me! I can't go to sleep unless I watch TV first. I hope I can stay awake for Mad Men tonight. Sleep tight when you tuck in.

Amazing Flower Photo

Hold on to your seat and click here to enlarge this amazing photo of purple pea-like flowers. WOW.

Baby Loves Cat


Cat loves Baby. Rock-a-Bye kitty in the tree swing. via

German Shorthair Pointer Pup


This is the most photogenic breed ever, isn't it? I've only known a couple of them in person and they were great, handsome dogs. Smart too. via

Saturday, April 13, 2013

Chicken Hatches Ducklings


I wonder what happened to Hilda's eggs? I hope a duck sat on them. I love stories like this. via

My Favorite Necklace


This is practically the only jewelry I ever wear other than my pearl earrings. The necklace seems perfect with everything. It was a thrift shop find purchased years ago and it remains my favorite. 
my iPhone photo

Portrait of a Flop-Eared Bunny

This little bunny is glad to be outside in the sunshine and so am I. I hope there is a patch of clover nearby for him to nibble. It's pretty nippy outside but will get warmer as the day progresses. Have a wonderful weekend, everyone. photo source

Santa Barbara Residence

Wouldn't it be fun to ride that trike into the house and back outside again in a big circle. It appears to be set up that way, doesn't it? I like this very inviting home designed by Noyes Architecture. via

Friday, April 12, 2013

Dream Screened Porch with Swing

Love the brick floor and the ceiling fan too. This one is in Palmetto Bluff, SC. Hansen Architects. via

Shaker Kitchen Cabinetry

If you love shaker style kitchen cabinetry, you will love the designs of a British bespoke firm called deVol. One of their showrooms is a 16th century listed water mill. Link not working for this photo that was found on Desire to Inspire. Sorry.
It has stopped raining and is starting to brighten up. Have a great weekend.

I Have Always Liked the Rain.

Cottage with Roses

We are having some much-needed rain at my cottage. The two days of warm weather earlier in the week were just a tease. It will be in the 40s all day. I need to catch up on indoor chores so I am happy for a wet, cloudy day with rain drops on my window panes. See you later. image source

Thursday, April 11, 2013

Two Authentic Peeps

Peeking out from the coziest place in the world. The mother is beautiful, isn't she? via

Real Working Kitchen

Now this is a serious cook's kitchen. I love the use of an old workbench as a kitchen counter. No kitchen designer was involved either.

Hedgehog Portrait

Isn't this the best photo of a hedgehog you've ever seen? Click here to see it much larger. So cute.

Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Nice Art Wall

This is a very nicely displayed set of bookcases and artwork. I love black with gray and white. via

The Cat Pushed Me

"The cat didn't want to get her paws muddy so she walked on my back. See how clean she is? Honestly, I was just trying to help. I can't remember, did you put in the mud room before or after you got me? Want a kiss?"

Sail Away Wallpaper

As seen in a powder room that also serves as a dressing room near the pool. I'm not a sailor but I love nautical themes. my iPhone photo

Ducky Fireplace


click image to enlarge
I like the bird tiles surrounding this fireplace. My iPhone photo was taken on the fly at an open house yesterday. The original owners must have been birders. 

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Spring Views thru My iPhone Lens


Today was a lovely day and I went to a realtor open house that had a fabulous view. Snapped with my iPhone.

When I got to the bottom of the steep hill where the house was located, I took a closer view of the barn with a blue roof. Spring has arrived in New Jersey!

One Person Porch


It's very sweet, isn't it, and the setting is wonderful. via

Jessica The Hippo -- She's A House Pet

Please promise me you will watch this heart warming video about a coffee-drinking hippo in South Africa named Jessica.

Click here to watch it on YouTube if it doesn't show up for you in my post. I always tuck in my animals at night but I honestly can't imagine tucking in a hippo. Her nighttime routine will definitely make you smile.

Monday, April 8, 2013

Woodchipped Garden Path

I simply must spread my pile of woodchips to keep down the weeds near my front entrance. This garden inside and outside the picket fence is fabulous, isn't it? via

Deck Decor

Have you started getting ready for outdoor living yet? I have worked on the deck floor of my balcony for the past three days and it's looking better. This one looks perfect, doesn't it? via


Mine will look better as the sun bleaches it daily. I still have to clean the furniture.

Sunday, April 7, 2013

Mad Men -- Tonight

Mad Men
Season 6
Premier Tonight
9-11pm
Excellent!
Graphic from Google Images

16th Century Book Wheel

For centuries men have been trying to perfect a ways to read multiple books. Is this the eBook Reader of the 1700s? Epic fail because you have to sit in one place to peruse articles. More about Captain Agostino Ramelli's contraption here.

Beautiful Day in Edinburgh Scotland

It looks like spring in Edinburgh in this photo. Wish I were there!!! via

Architectural Artifact from My Collection


This zinc urn was once on a dormer in Newark NJ. A gentleman nearby said his father got it from a building that was being demolished. It was just sitting in a junk pile in his back yard. One day on my way to the post office, I stopped and knocked on his door to ask if I could buy it. He said yes and it's been in my junk pile ever since. Not really, it's in a boxwood garden. my iPhone photo

Saturday, April 6, 2013

Tiny wildflowers in the woods


If you didn't do a fall cleanup and wait too long in the spring, this is what will happen. Aren't these tiny flowers charming? via

What Time Is It?

I can almost hear the ticking, can you? via

Hand-Drawn Chalk Alphabet

 

Fantastic hand-drawn chalk alphabet by Antonio Rodrigues Jr from Brazil. See more here.

Portrait of a Succulent

An old photo from my phone from last summer. I think I have probably published it before and here it is again. I still love it. Have a great weekend. 

Friday, April 5, 2013

Golden Boy Webster

He looked beautiful in the golden light of the setting sun one day recently. He looks sad but he wasn't. He was just mad that I was trying to make him stand still so I could get a good picture. He was on the trail of the fox, his favorite pastime. my iPhone photo

Cutest puppy mix.

His name is Bosco and he's 10 weeks old. He is half black lab and half springer spaniel. Look at his paws! Isn't he adorable? What a great mix---he's got the best of both breeds. via

Having my coffee now

This is just exactly what I am having at this very moment. I slept late this morning and it was wonderful. I always add hot soy milk to my morning coffee and it mixes itself just like this gif. See you later, friends. via

Thursday, April 4, 2013

Black Pansies

Where the Calla Lilies Grow

Jhuzihhu Taiwan -- I've never seen calla lilies growing en masse, have you? How does a person even get in there to cut them without doing damage? Stunning photo. via

Great Kitchen -- Before and After

I decided to post the after photo first so you wouldn't get depressed by the before photo if you haven't had your coffee yet. 

See what I mean? It's an amazing transformation, isn't it? Hop on over to Hooked on Houses to see more views of this 1980s kitchen, before and after.

Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Baby Goose


This little gosling looks so cozy tucked under mother's wing. I'm getting ready to tuck myself between the sheets to enjoy some TV time on the flat screen in my bedroom. Goodnight all. See you in the morning. via

Pub Kitchen


This kitchen looks like an English Pub, doesn't it? I love decorating with antiques. via

Foxglove in a Williamsburg Garden

Could anything be lovelier on a frigid April morning with the temperatures in the teens? I think not. This garden in Williamsburg is gorgeous. via

Monday, April 1, 2013

Perfect Tea Party


Everyone appears to be on their best behavior for this formal tea party. I love to peek into early childhood playtime through vintage photos. via

The Urge to Garden

The urge to garden is starting to raise its head, isn't it? via