Thursday, October 9, 2014

BBC Music Video - God Only Knows

Old song by Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys to launch BBC Music.
Click here if you can't see the video below.

This is so wonderful. This song has been stuck in my head all day. It was featured on the ABC evening news last night. View it full screen on your computer for the full effect. Enjoy!


This shows how the video was made. Click here if you can't see video above.

Thomas Jefferson's Tea Room at Monticello

Yes, please. I love this small, beautifully appointed nook with a wonderful view for having tea. via

Wednesday, October 8, 2014

Small Vintage Bathroom

It's small but mighty. I love every inch. Amazing vintage bathroom with frosted glass door panel, penny tiles floor, glossy white pedestal sink, brushed nickel faucet, vintage scale, gray walls paint color, subway tiles shower surround and vintage glass pendants. It's all you really need, isn't it? via

So Many Acorns This Year

I have bumper crops of acorns and chestnuts this year. The squirrels and chipmunks are overjoyed. Please tell me this is not a prediction for another winter like last year. I certainly hope not. via

Tuesday, October 7, 2014

Saw An Amazing Bathroom Today

The bathroom is very private. No window treatments needed.


The whole house was very nice. It was a total restoration and everything was perfect. I'm still working on closets trying to make my cottage perfect once again too. It's a daunting task but I'm making real headway. I'm almost ready to jump into my bed and turn on the flat screen for some TV viewing. See you tomorrow. xo

Lovely Mountain Cottage

I love the starkness here. When I see secluded cottages like this I always think about the building process and the challenges involved for the original owners. This one was definitely worth those obstacles. xo

Are you watching SCORPION on CBS?

Scorpion is my favorite new show and airs on Mondays. This week was the third episode of Season One. You can catch up online or on demand if you hurry. It's about a group of young geniuses and it's based on a true story. Here is the link for the website. It's very exciting and wholesome too, which is a very rare combination. The people I've told to watch this show like it too.
SCORPION, inspired by a true story, is a high-octane drama about eccentric genius Walter O'Brien (Elyes Gabel) and his team of brilliant misfits who comprise the last line of defense against high-tech, complex threats of the modern age. Life outside their circle confounds them, so they rely on Paige Dineen, who has a young gifted son, to translate the world for them. She thought her son was mentally challenged until Walter noticed the boy's odd behavior as something only another genius could detect. At last, these nerdy masterminds have found the perfect job: a place where they can apply their exceptional brainpower to solve the nation's crises, while also helping each other learn how to fit in. SCORPION will air Monday nights at 9 PM. Pictured left to right: Elyes Gabel as Walter O'Brien and Katharine McPhee as Paige Dineen.

Monday, October 6, 2014

Cutest Dachshund

So cute. I've always loved these little dogs. via

The dachshund is a short-legged, long-bodied dog breed belonging to the hound family. The standard size dachshund was bred to scent, chase, and flush out badgers and other burrow-dwelling animals.
Origin: Germany
Temperament: Lively, Playful, Devoted, Clever, Stubborn, Courageous