Mad about Plaid

I love this and the history behind it.

The Duke of Windsor’s Hermes Plaid Satchel.

A Christmas gift from Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor, to her husband in 1941.

Nosegay of Violets from my Lawn

Every year I have these beautiful wild violets, growing profusely in my front lawn, as an excuse for putting off the first mowing. All of my neighbors have cut theirs had theirs cut twice already. Mine is hidden from view by a brick wall and I'm going to wait as long as I can before I crank up my push mower. Aren't they gorgeous? Today it's dark and rainy and I'm doing indoor chores. Have a great day. xo

Tabitha Loves to Eat Outside

Now that the weather is getting nicer, she likes for me to put her bowl outside so she can snack whenever she feels like it.

Enjoy your evening. There's nothing on TV tonight so I will watch some recorded programs. xo

Blairsden: Peapack-Gladstone NJ Mansion in May 2014

It was a beautiful day yesterday, perfect for touring this grand mansion to benefit two important medical causes for children at Morristown Medical Center. Online tour and more here. my photo

Garden in Bloom at Blairsden

Walled garden at a designer showcase house I attended today. my photo

Must Plant some Nasturtium Seeds

Because they make me happy. via

Office Assistant

Let me straighten this for you. via

A Message From My Cat

Tabitha looks like she means it too. I'm having fun with this app. xo

Happy Birthday Audrey Hepburn

Today she would have been 85. I enjoyed reading this article about her early life. I honestly didn't know anything about her childhood or her parents. I made this illustrated quote several years ago around a stamp that honored her.

Fun Free App to Download this Weekend

This fun app is FREE this weekend. It's fast, easy and fun. Watch the video below and download it from the App Store HERE. For iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. Hey, a dollar saved is a dollar earned, right?

Fields of Gold in England

Canola fields in full flower. What a beautiful sight to behold. via

Nicest Little Cottage

I've never seen roof shingles wrap over the gable end, have you? I love this sweet little hideaway. via

Deep Dish Balsamic Cherry Pie with Black Pepper Crust

Now that's what I call a cherry pie.

Go to Adventures in Cooking for the recipe. There is a link for the printable version too. Many more droolingly delicious photos on the website. I can't wait for cherries to be in season. Have a great weekend.

Have a Great Weekend

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My Trees are Budding

The trees in the woods are starting to look like an impressionist painting. Is there anything prettier than spring green? I think not!

Time to Tuck in Soon

This will be Webster pretty soon. He's out on the balcony in the pitch black dark looking for the fox. Every now and then he makes a soft "woof" to let me know he's still out there. The doors are wide open so he can come inside when he's ready for me to tuck him in. See you tomorrow morning. xo Sleep tight.

Historic Stevens Creek Farm

Photograph by Joel Sartore. Historic Stevens Creek Farm near Lincoln Nebraska. It's beautiful, isn't it? The sun finally came out at my house too and the rain is over. My windows are wide open and I'm hoping the furnace won't go on again!!! xo

Beautiful Windmills in Greece

Molinos de viento ~ Chios, Grecia via

Rain and More Rain

This is what we've been having all.day.long. I made a pot of chili and tried to catch up on some of my backed up TV log. It's cold too. Be safe if you are in the zones with tornados. xo via

Double Decker Dogs

HaHa. Where there's a will, there's a way! via

So Many Ailments

Fritz Baumgarten (German Illustrator; 1883-1966) ~ Dr. G Nome’s Toadstool House -- I want to know more, don't you?

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A Real Laundry Room

This looks like a real laundry room and I like it.

Fabulous Small Dining Room

I absolutely love this room. What a beautiful place to gather round for an intimate meal with good friends.

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