This screen door is very well thought out, isn't it? Don't you love the sailboat cutout? It's perfect for this unbelievable seaside location. via
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
Monday, February 29, 2016
Kitchen Pantry Under the Stairs
This is a great idea, isn't it? Tour the rest of this renovated open kitchen in California here.
Screen Door with Knocker
This lovely screen door looks very substantial and I love the wide center stile with a door knocker. via
Sunday, February 28, 2016
Lovely Brick Cottage
I am always a fan of dwellings that have low maintenance exteriors and this one passes my test with flying colors. Isn't it charming? Stone foundation, brick exterior, stone-floored open porch, copper gutters, and natural landscaping. LOVE! via
Saturday, February 27, 2016
Far From The Madding Crowd starring Carey Muliigan
Have you taken your lamb in a basket out for a carriage ride today? This is a screen capture I made while watching Far From The Madding Crowd on my iPad. It was wonderful and I enjoyed it so much. I love Carey Mulligan. This is a 2015 remake of an older movie starring Julie Christie, based on the book by Thomas Hardy.
If you are unable to watch the trailer above, click here. Carey Mulligan has a beautiful voice, doesn't she?
Friday, February 26, 2016
Vintage Clothespin Collection
There are so many styles here that I've never seen before. This photos is like the history of laundry day. via
Big Shade Tree with Sheep
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I think it's exciting to think about leaves on the trees, don't you? That storm we had a couple of nights ago knocked down some big branches that Webster and I have already picked up on one of our walks. Yesterday felt like spring in the early part of the day but got colder as the day progressed. I pruned my Limelight hydrangeas and now I'm ready for them to start putting out new growth. Happy Friday. xo
Thursday, February 25, 2016
Adele, Her Authentic Self
vogue:
“I feel so comfortable in my own skin. I really like how I look, I like who I am, I like everyone that I surround myself with.”
Read the Adele ~ Vogue cover story here.
She's in a very good place, isn't she? Maybe that's why we love her so much.
“I feel so comfortable in my own skin. I really like how I look, I like who I am, I like everyone that I surround myself with.”
Read the Adele ~ Vogue cover story here.
She's in a very good place, isn't she? Maybe that's why we love her so much.
New Life for A Broken Teapot
This is a great idea and a wonderful way to recycle a broken teapot. This little bird looks very happy inside too. via
Wednesday, February 24, 2016
A Royal Gentleman's Bath
It's stunning, isn't it?
Photo from a slideshow in Bazaar.
So this is actually a Lady's bath!
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
Cottage Kitchen in The Cotswolds
This half wall is a clever way to disguise the mess in a small open kitchen. I love the way the space under the stairs was used. It even has a window! See more of this Cotswold Cowman's Cottage here.
Copper Kettle + Cast Iron Stove Plate
I have a copper kettle just like this one. via
Hopefully, this photo will inspire me to polish it.
I love the decorative cast iron stove plate too. The urge to start spring cleaning is coming on!
Monday, February 22, 2016
Sunday, February 21, 2016
Sophisticated Geometric Painted Floor
This is stunning, agreed?
Very well thought out and extremely well executed!
Love. Enjoy your Sunday. xo
Saturday, February 20, 2016
Dowager Duchess of Devonshire's Home
I have a feeling this March 2nd auction at Sotheby's in London will be mobbed. Be sure to expand the description beside each photo in the slideshow by clicking "See More". You will then be able to read wonderful things about her like this: “If second childhood means going back to first loves in old age then I am deep in it.”
Friday, February 19, 2016
Brown Cat with White Mustache
He's beautiful, isn't he? I don't think I've ever seen a brown cat, have you? He looks as if he has a white mustache and look at the size of those legs! Big and gorgeous. via
Thursday, February 18, 2016
Elizabethan Duck
There's nothing like a duck wearing a ruff, is there? This portrait made me smile. via
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
Herringbone Walkway
I really love this walkway with the pavers laid in a herringbone pattern. There is a lot of period detailing on this shingle style home. I love the craftsmanship on the archway. Image found on Tumblr.
Tuesday, February 16, 2016
Monday, February 15, 2016
Frozen Mercedes
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When I woke up on Sunday morning it was 1° outside! It has warmed up somewhat and now it's a balmy 18° with snow coming this afternoon. Stay warm. xo
Sunday, February 14, 2016
Happy Day of Hearts
I am republishing some of my own photographs with a heart theme today for Valentine's Day. I found the last one online and like it a lot. Valentine's Day really is for everyone. Enjoy!
Friday, February 12, 2016
My Three Favorite Things
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Coffee and Sleep and My Pillow
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I have a new pillow from Costco that is really helping me sleep and dream better than I ever have.
I have always heard keeping your head cool and your feet warm is the secret of a great night's sleep and I found this 1925 article that proves it.
What kind of pillow, you ask?
It's a cooling gel memory foam pillow in a standard shape, not a contour. It has one side that feels like bubble wrap filled with a cooling gel. The other side is plain. It took me a while to get used to it. At first my neck felt stiff because my head was elevated higher off the mattress than my old pillows. But I felt more rested so I knew it was a good pillow and I went back to Costco and purchased a second one. Now I have a matched set and can search for cool spots across my entire bed. I am a hot sleeper and have always tossed and turned flipping my pillow to find cool spots. Now I can't wait to see how these pillows perform in the summer. I keep my room cold at night in the winter so it stands to reason that the gel away from my head will stay cool as the part I'm resting on absorbs my body heat. I just automatically gravitate to cooler spots without really waking up. I'll do another report in the heat of the summer. Fingers crossed.
My shoulders are feeling better too because the new sleeping height is reducing stress on them. Hope you like this "unpaid" product review. See you later. I have to attend a home inspection later today. xo
Thursday, February 11, 2016
Vegan Mashed Potato Patties Stuffed with Mushrooms
These are definitely on my "must prepare" list. Can you find dill this time of year? Thyme would be good too. My mouth is watering just looking at the photo. Recipe in the link above. YUM.
I recently watched Michael Pollan's interesting documentary IN DEFENSE OF FOOD. He suggests eating real food made from scratch if possible.
His message in a nutshell:Eat food
Not too much.
Mostly plants.
Watch the full movie on PBS here.
This recipe is perfect.
Dog -- Waiting
If I ever went out on a boat and disappeared over the horizon, I'm quite sure I would return and find Webster patiently waiting for me too. via
Stay warm. We have really frigid conditions with wind coming my way. I've been running around wearing only a sweater and a vest lately. Time to put on a heavy coat! See you later. xo
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
Gorgeous Landscape with Sheep
It doesn't get much better than this, does it? A valley leading to the sea with sheep. The best! via
Fireplace flanked by Bookcases
This looks like the perfect cozy spot to sit and enjoy the fire or curl up with a good book, doesn't it? If a nap is called for, you're in the right place. via
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
Rustic Sliding Barn Door on Bathroom
I think this is pretty wonderful and I like that the overhead hardware is hidden. via
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