Kate, William, and Little George

A recent family portrait with 8 month old George and the royal dog, Lupo.

This must be the start of the royal tour to New Zealand. Maybe they are still in England at this point, not sure.

He's adorable, isn't he. Kate is such a hands-on mom! I want to see more of Prince George, don't you?

First Crocus This Year

I could hardly believe my eyes today when I spotted my first crocus in full bloom. I am thrilled! Maybe it really is spring. Winter is starting to be a faint memory too, so I guess it's finally the season of new beginnings.

Let Me In -- Now

I can see her from my seat on the sofa. When she wants to come in she starts looking my way.

When I stand up, she gets closer.

And closer and stares my way until I open the door. Yes, I am her slave.

Tabitha, Queen of Cats

Here she is, the Queen of the Cottage.

Miss Tabitha taking a cat nap and dreaming about fist. We have had a lovely Saturday here at the cottage with several walks. It's still cold enough that a hat and mittens feel good even though a lighter jacket feels fine. Have a great evening. xo

The morning sun keeps going behind the clouds but I think it's going to be a great day.

I put these old gardening tools to work yesterday in the rain when I was transplanting more snowdrops along my wall. I found several more big clumps in a spot where I dump my weeds. Have a great weekend. xo

1922 Cottage Bungalow, Before and After

How much do you love this farmhouse and detached garage?

I love the lookout tower on the side of the garage. The front is shown below.

This is the BEFORE photo.  Read the story of this amazing renovation by Moore Architectects and Designers here. There are more photos too.

Celebrating the Georgian Court in England

17 April - 30 November 2014

The Georgian Court and its intriguing cast of royal characters are brought to life at Hampton Court, Kensington and Kew Palaces this year with a series of events, in celebration of the 300th anniversary of the Hanoverian accession to the British throne.

Watch this short film -- The Glorious Georges

Nice Property Near Me

This green barn building is part of an estate with outbuildings. The happy white building is a garage. Its twin is in the next photo.

Do you see the happy faces? The large stone main house is behind. This is a corner lot and I didn't photograph it because I had to turn in the opposite direction. I photograph it for you another day.

The people kept the landmark old red barn for their horses.

Here's a closer view showing the stone foundation and the stone walls.