“Knowing I loved my books, he furnish’d me
From mine own library with volumes that
I prize above my dukedom.”
William Shakespeare
From mine own library with volumes that
I prize above my dukedom.”
William Shakespeare
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Wonderful Bookshop Sign
You see the nicest signs in used bookshops, don't you? This is the Paradox Bookstore (please click on the link and read) 2228 Market Street in Wheeling West Virginia.
Is this a
bed in the office or an office in the bedroom? I could never have my office in my bedroom because it would make me do paperwork in my sleep. I wouldn't mind having a bed in my office though :)
I love the room with its beautiful windows and I love drafting table desks and flat files.
Busy day for me today. I have to do an open house at my listing after my office meeting. I put the signs out last night so I am a little ahead of the game. See you later.
Busy day for me today. I have to do an open house at my listing after my office meeting. I put the signs out last night so I am a little ahead of the game. See you later.
Monday, August 8, 2011
A Bed by the Window
My virtual bedroom for tonight. I love the deep windowsill that serves as an extra bedside table. Wouldn't it be fun to wake up and see a water view the very minute you opened your eyes?
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A Seaside House
A beautiful house by the sea at dusk with the lights on inside. I love the many places to look out at the surroundings. I think I'd like to be in the gazebo room on the third level rather than the widow's walk. I'd feel safer there...you know me and my fear of heights. The a/c is on full blast in my house as of about an hour ago. It's so hot outside.
Most Beautiful Poolhouse EVER
Seriously, this is the most beautiful poolhouse I've ever seen. It's one of the few that might actually be used after the pool is closed. I love this use for a conservatory. The interior looks wonderful.
Sunday, August 7, 2011
My Cottage | Entrance After Weeding
My cottage from front driveway. There is a small room to the left that sits back with a white picket fence that doesn't show in this photo.
The area that is down to the dirt was a tangled mess of weeds, crabgrass, forget-me-nots gone to seed, buttercups, variegated pineapple mint and who knows what else. Note to self: pull up the forgetmenots next spring immediately after they begin to look like weeds. I usually do this but this year I did not and they had turned into wire mesh hairnets. I'll definitely have an unwanted bumper crop next year.
I wish it would stay just like this but I can see that the buttercups are already coming right back. They like to play hopscotch and see how fast they can take over an area where they are unwanted.
I haven't tackled around the bend yet. These weeds come up very easily so I will do that area when I clip the boxwood.
This is the only thing I like. I bought 4 small plants of this ground cover at a garden club plant sale around Mothers Day. It has spread wonderfully and I only wish I'd bought more. It's more like a turf that weeds can't permeate. I've weeded so much there is hardly any soil left and it is a step down. This is nice when there is snow on the walk. I can just push it aside.
Here is the plant marker I saved for the Laurentia. It was covered with the sweetest little lilac flowers in May, June and July. Only a few remain. I'm going to look for more locally or order some from this place next spring.
Lazy Sunday Morning
This adorable photo should get your Sunday morning off to a happy start. It rained all night here at the cottage and it's still very overcast and we'll probably get more. I woke up this morning planning my nap. I think I'll take my cue from the bulldog and the kitten and have it on the sofa later this afternoon. Enjoy your Sunday.
Saturday, August 6, 2011
Friday, August 5, 2011
Twig Bed on A Sleeping Porch
This looks heavenly to me. A twig tester bed outfitted with a Hudson's Bay point blanket and pillows on a sleeping porch. I've chosen this room as my virtual bedroom for the whole weekend. Hope you have a great one too. I know I will.
Chintz Love
The world just looks better when viewed between vintage chintz draperies with roses, doesn't it?
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Open Air Home Office
Don't you absolutely love this open air home office? Can you see this in your future? It's beyond charming in my book. image
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Seeing Double
The summer seems to be getting away from me faster than I would like. I still have many unfinished outdoor projects to complete before the leaves start to fall. I sort of ran out of steam physically with my weeding project but can feel my strength returning so I will definitely finish this week. I can only push myself so hard :)
I got a flat tire in my driveway on Friday that came out of nowhere and took me by complete surprise. Thank goodness for AAA and a full-size spare. The flat could't be repaired because the hole was in the side of the tire. I'm using a new garage that I am so happy with and is so much easier on my wallet than my former one. Sometimes you just know when you've made a good decision and this is one of those times.
I'm enjoying my first cup of coffee sitting next to an open window. It's so much cooler than it was yesterday and promises to be a great day. See you later.
I'm enjoying my first cup of coffee sitting next to an open window. It's so much cooler than it was yesterday and promises to be a great day. See you later.
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Union Jack Backsplash
This is something you might love if you've got a Union Jack theme going on in your kitchen.
Outside Sliding Barn Door in Red
Charming, isn't it? I would dearly love to look inside, wouldn't you?
Virtual Vacation on Old Cape Cod
Today your going on a delightful virtual vacation. Click the link for a Cape Cod Slideshow. All photos by ©Rosiecheeks
Monday, August 1, 2011
Briefcase Owned by F. Scott Fitzgerald
F. Scott Fitzgerald's Briefcase
The monogram reads:
"Scott Fitzgerald
597 - 5th Ave.
New York"
The address is not Fitzgerald's but that of his publisher, Charles Scribner's Sons.
Sunday, July 31, 2011
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