Beautiful Sun Porch

I love the scalloped skirt on the sofa.

Design by beata heuman interiors

Photo by simon brown photography

I'm glad to have more than one view of this room.

xo

A Library and A Kitchen

I've been saving this photo on my desktop for ages and I have no idea where I got it. I just liked this home library.

The same goes for this photo. I liked the low recessed radiator under a large window and the kitchen island with legs and wheels. This is probably a French kitchen based on the wonderful brass door hardware, right? 

Hope you had a good weekend; I certainly did. Looking forward to a new series tonight on PBS Masterpiece called RIDLEY ROAD.

https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/masterpiece/shows/ridley-road/#

xo

Black and White Bathroom

Simplicity at its best. I love it all, don't you.

You can never go wrong with a black and white bathroom. The black ceiling is an unexpected touch and I like it. via Have a great Sunday and enjoy the first day of May. xo

Vintage Photos: People with Cats

Such a distinguished pair.

Growing up together.

I love this one. The young boy with the Buster Brown haircut and his happy cat both have smiling eyes.

Just in time for "Caturday" tomorrow, lots of photos of people holding cats. Don't even start looking until you have some time because it's hard to stop. I just finished my first mowing of the back yard and it was fun to scroll and look at these vintage photos. There are lots of famous people with cats too. https://vintagecatsandpeople.tumblr.com/ 

🐈‍⬛ Enjoy 🐈

♡Have a great weekend♡

xo

Porch Swing😍 Fireplace🔥TV Wall♡ on A Wonderful Porch

Have you ever seen a better outdoor room?

The entire house is on tour in the link below.

The Beau Vue Residence in Arkansas 

You will have to keep scrolling to see the porch.

♡Enjoy♡ 

xo

Blue & White Decorated Scallop Shells

Sharpied seashells by Barbara Moloney Callen via 

I suppose you have to bleach the shells first. What is a "sharpied" shell? It is shell decorating with a fine tipped marker called a Sharpie. Who knew? I had to look it up. Aren't these shells gorgeous?

xo

Arranging Lilacs

Will she be able to lift this arrangement when it's finished?

This is definitely flower arranging on steroids😂

Is there anything lovelier than lilacs in the spring?

Photo found here.

xo

Gorgeous Foxglove Perennials

Such a gorgeous photo of these amazing flowers.

Photo found here. Growing foxgloves, learn here.

xo

Darling Lamb

It doesn't look very tasty to me but this lamb seems delighted with this straw. Yum. So sweet. Enjoy your Sunday evening. PBS is calling me. xo

AMAZING GRACE by Royal Scots Dragoon Guards 1972

I have never heard this rendition of Amazing Grace and it is wonderful. I love bagpipes and military band music as well. This recording topped the charts 50 years ago this month. Listen and enjoy.

Read the history behind this recording here. xo

Ticking Sofa + Gallery Wall

This sofa is wonderful with its ticking upholstery as is the gallery wall behind. Love it all. xo 

found on Google Images

Wonderful Toast Rack with Chickens

Isn't this the best toast rack ever?

I have several but they are plain silver ones.

I use them when making toast for a sandwich.

When the slices cool off, I apply mustard or mayo.

If you put a hot slice down flat the bread will sweat.

I honestly don't understand the British tradition of bringing lots of cold toasted bread to the table. In my mind, the hot toast should immediately be spread with butter so it will melt and be eaten right away. Ideally, while standing by the toaster waiting for the next batch to pop up.😂

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Old Wheelbarrow with a Metal Wheel in A Country Garden

I've always wanted one of these old wheelbarrows. 

Don't you love this relaxed country garden. 

Source: Victoria Magazine, page 4 of an article.

A Jar of Tulips from A Friend

A friend dropped off a jar of tulips at my front door while I was out today. What a nice surprise to come home to.🌷 

She planted 700 bulbs in raised beds. Sunday at Easter dinner she said she would drop some off for me. And she did.❤️

Lifesize Kitten Parfait

If this doesn't brighten up your Monday, nothing will.♡

Found on: https://pinkfairiesteaparty.tumblr.com/ This link will take you to a site completely devoted to decorated pastries for all occasions and an occasional kitten parfait. Enjoy!

xo

The Most Beautiful Easter Cookies

These lovely cookies are almost too pretty to eat, aren't they? via

🐰 H A P P Y   E A S T E R 🐰

Spring Flowers for Good Friday

I moved my hellebore closer to the front door so she would be in more shade than she was previously.

My grape hyacinths are doing well in spite of my neglect.

I have been working outside for two straight days getting all my outside faucets, hoses, and hose reels in tip top shape and it hasn't been easy. I have worked with hack saws, plumbers wrenches, WD40, hose clamps, and various other tools. I had to replace several outlets by butchering old hoses. Most of my reels leaked underneath but not anymore. I've been wanting to do this for years and now I'm all set for years to come and I enjoyed giving them new life. That's another thing on my laundry list I can cross off and feel good about doing myself.

! Best Powder Room !

The black floating sink inset into the white wood paneling is absolutely stunning. What a wonderful design for a small space. It's just wonderful! Tour other rooms in this Houston home here. Enjoy! xo

Tiny Duck with Giant Girlfriend

Love at first sight.

She loves him too.

Read the delightful article about a male green-winged teal (one of the smallest ducks in North America) who fell in love with a Mallard three times his size.

This story warms my heart.♡🦆

Love is love.

All photos by SHANNON EMMEL

https://www.thedodo.com/daily-dodo/tiny-duck-is-obsessed-with-giant-girlfriend-three-times-his-size

Enjoy!

xo

Small but Wonderful Home Office

It's wonderful, isn't it?

I love the potted plants in the window.

I love a small home office and this one is the best.

via