Ancient but still standing. via
Sunday, August 30, 2015
English Tudor Cottage
UPDATE: ALL OF THESE PHOTOS HAVE DISAPPEARED
I did not save them to my computer.
With its sloping roof, stone facade and tall windows, this appealing timbered cottage looks as though it belongs in the English countryside. Total living area = 1,695 sq. ft.
The romantic feeling continues in the living room, open to the second floor, with its large raised-hearth fireplace and French doors that lead to a side patio. There are also French doors to the outside in the dining room and first-floor bedroom.
The well-equipped kitchen provides a pass-through counter to the dining room.
The upstairs loft can be closed off as a third bedroom, while the carport can easily be converted to a den, family room or an enclosed garage. Also, with correct site location, the rear of the house is suited to a greenhouse room.
Foundation: slab.
Like it? Want it? Order plans UPDATE This company has gone out of business.
Saturday, August 29, 2015
Lavender Topiaries Plantin in Buckets
These beautiful plants look so nice in galvanized buckets with farmhouse antiques, don't they? via
Friday, August 28, 2015
An Amazing Kitchen / Family Room Renovation in Alexandria
I am just showing a few kitchen photos of a whole house renovation in Alexandria VA by Harry Braswell Inc. More photos here.
Here Comes The Weekend
I am so glad I don't live for the weekends any more as I did when I was young. Now I even like Mondays.
Thursday, August 27, 2015
Sheep at Rest on A Stone Wall
A gorgeous photo of a sheep in repose. They know how to get comfy in the most unlikely places, for sure. I am beginning to think sheep enjoy finding odd places to enjoy the view and then wait for someone to walk by and so they can pose for a picture. I'm glad this scene didn't go unnoticed. via
Greek Yogurt Facial
This is my new beauty routine while I am having my morning coffee. The best thing about Greek yogurt is its thickness. You can keep piling it on your problem areas as a facial mask and it stays put and is not runny. For some reason, I have had bags under my eyes recently that I never had before. I have been eating power foods and making a real effort to get some extra sleep and those things are helping. I leave the yogurt on my face for as long as I can stand it and I am seeing fabulous results. I have tried raw honey too. And cold coffee because I've heard the caffein helps shrink your skin. Now I am off to the kitchen to make a smoothie using frozen organic blueberries, half a frozen banana, soy milk, Greek yogurt, and some cold chai tea. Yum. Today I am going to add a tablespoon of Avocado oil I got at Costco yesterday, and I might buzz in a little raw oatmeal too. Summertime and smoothies are perfect together. xo
It was delicious! Best one so far. I didn't add the oatmeal but used all of the other things I mentioned.
Wednesday, August 26, 2015
Webster on National Dog Day 2015
Did you know today was NATIONAL DOG DAY? Webster rescued me 13 years ago and neither of us ever looked back. I took his photo to celebrate our happy life together.
Who cares?
Maybe dogs aren't so bad after all.
The two pics above were found here.
DON'T FORGET TO KISS YOUR DOG TODAY!
Colorful Beach Huts in South Africa
Colourful beach huts at Muizenberg beach in South Africa. via Aren't these wonderful? So simple and in an unspoiled setting too, with nothing between these changing rooms and the ocean except sand. Great photo.
A Hole in The Walled Garden
This would like going down the rabbit hole on a vertical level. It's much more interesting than a conventional shape would have been in this secret garden, right? via
Tuesday, August 25, 2015
Gorgeous Setting for A Pool
This is absolutely stunning in every respect, isn't it? It's hard to imagine this lovely reflecting pool full of flotation devices but maybe, just maybe, this does happen and people actually use it for swimming. It's very restful just looking at it from a distance too. The whole landscape design is wonderful. via
Today is supposed to be the last hot day before a cool front moves in my area to lower the humidity. Can't wait. xo
Monday, August 24, 2015
The Lake District - Beautiful England
View from Tilberthwaite quarry, Lake District, England by alastairgraham19
I have never been to the Lake District favored by Beatrix Potter. It looks like Mother Nature's wonderland in this photo, doesn't it?
Sunday, August 23, 2015
Beautiful Vegetable Gardens
It's rare to see such bountiful garden beds without a fence. How very wonderful! via
Roosevelt Mansion: The Laundry Room
These vintage images make me love my modern laundry room. Tour the rest of the mansion via "Know Your Roosevelts" @ Big Old Houses.
Saturday, August 22, 2015
New Zealand: Many Porches Circa 1884
The Annandale Homestead in New Zealand was constructed in 1884 as a hotel by the Hay brothers. Recently Pattersons Architecture spent two years refurbishing the home from its derelict state to the former glory it once was. via
Kitchen Cabinet Detail w/ Spice Rack and Chalk Board
I like the corner of this kitchen and would like to see more! This cabinet door probably stays open all the time, right? I think the things on the bottom shelf would bump into the lower spice shelf. How handy this must be to have all those little things and your favorite cookbooks in one place. Love it. via
Friday, August 21, 2015
Another Great Porch
This looks like a great place to gather and enjoy the outdoors without being in direct sun. Porches are nice in the evenings too, aren't they? Thankfully, our bug season is over and you can enjoy being outside once again without getting eaten alive. Have a great weekend. via
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