The Audience

This is so cute. I think someone in the kitchen must be preparing their respective meals. Loading the dishwasher couldn't be this fascinating. found on The Meta Picture

I see faces.

I walk by this old cut branch on my black walnut tree every day and yesterday I noticed this face for the first time.

I cooked a baked potato for my lunch a couple of days but didn't have the heart to pick this one that seemed to be winking at me.

Both of these faces have the same crooked smile. Isn't that amazing? I opened my bedroom windows last night and enjoyed a great night's sleep. It wasn't too hot, as I thought it might be. So far, the summer nights have been comfortable enough to turn off the air conditioning. I have a handy man coming this morning to help me with some inside repairs downstairs. Wish me luck! xo

Sweet Dreams

It's never too early to start thinking about jumping in bed. I have a PBS evening to look forward to with no commercials. Yay! Victoria just asked if anyone was watching the Miss Fisher Mysteries. I've been recording the series but I have yet to watch the first episode. I usually start Tuesday nights with Father Brown. Sleep tight when you tuck in. xo via

Lovely Staircase in an Old House

I love the gentle curve of the stairs instead of a landing. I also like this thin radiator and the floors. And the window and the lantern. I guess I like it all ! ! ! via

Hello July

I like this simple red, white, and blue snack tray. People like me can avoid the white chocolate pretzels and concentrate on the "real" foods and still feel like part of the party. Can you believe it's July already? The year is half over! I'm rushing this morning because I have a 10:00 appointment. See you later. Photo from Pinterest.

My 18th Century House Listing

The owners bought a reproduction of a New Jersey fireback from the same period as the house. It is perfect behind the stove. I never even thought of using a cast iron piece instead of tile as a backsplast but it's very appropriate.

The right wing was built in 1763 and the main body of the house was added in 1793. The home inspection was today and I think it went well. "It's not good because it's old, it's old because it's good." This quote is so true. You can't beat 18th century post and beam construction.

Side view looking at the 1763 side facing east. Wish me luck getting through these inspections.

Wait For Me.

Cutest puppy ever. This photo is pure joy! via

PBS Masterpiece - ENDEAVOUR Season 2 tonight

Sunday night Summer TV is slowly coming back. Tonight is the premier episode of Endeavour, Season 2. Didn't watch Season 1? You can watch online here. It's the story of solitary Detective Constable Morse in his youth. Season 2 returns with four riveting new mysteries written by Inspector Lewis creator and Inspector Morse writer Russell Lewis. I think I might try to watch Season 1 again next week. Set your DVRs tonight and enjoy!