Ok, Linda, here you go. She twisted my arm into posting these pictures. We’ve been quite busy prepping our yard for planting and also sprucing up with inexpensive borders and mulch. There are planters to fill, flowers and trees to purchase, and the list goes on and...
The quintessential summer experience involves lots of entertaining with family and friends. Setting the stage for these entertainment endeavors starts with meticulously setting the stage with an unforgettable table scape. YourMurano glass tableware is more...
It’s no secret that I am addicted to painting and a paint brush is never far from my hands. I just love to transform things using paint. Well, my time away from the computer has been not only for leisure.; I’ve also been painting, cleaning, folding laundry, and more...
I wanted my Easter post to reflect Easter colours and put a smile on your face. The entire time I was going through Rachel’s portfolio, I was smiling and overcome with happiness. The colours in her shots will do that to you; make you happy and for some of you(who...
Can you believe Zion is already four years old? Happy birthday to the boy who forever changed my life(for the better). My heart is bursting with love! Muah! P.S. I have been away from the computer spending quality time with the hubby and my boys. I will be slowly...
I bought my second bonsai this weekend and repotted it in this beautiful canary yellow pot(purchased from TJMaxx). It looks right at home atop Zion’s vintage dresser that was thrifted a few months ago. Zion's room gets loads of natural light that floods his room, so...
Yes, the wait is almost over and I can smell Spring in the air. Enjoy the beauty that comes with Spring across Italy, Paris and Spain… Have you noticed any signs of the approach of Spring in your neck of the woods? Thank you all for your welcome home...
The hubs has actually been home for two weeks or so, but I couldn’t say anything publicly until I received an all clear..(military language). It goes without saying just how over the moon we’ve been about his arrival home(a whopping 2 months earlier than his scheduled...
What? Not another Firmoo review! Well, there’s a reason so many bloggers have reviewed their glasses; they are super cute and quite well made! I finally said yes to the wonderful folks at Firmoo regarding a review and I’m happy I did! Whilst there is a huge...
I went to Pittsboro and Sanford in North Carolina to hunt for hidden treasures this weekend. This post features a few of my lucky finds. Those two antique brass candle holders were scored for $5 each. I know-lucky me?? You know brass/gold is so hot right now too!!...
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, many of us are probably planning our date nights; what outfits to wear, deciding on the perfect perfume, etc. Today’s giveaway is sure to make you smile sweetly as your scented options just got better! Yes, this beauty...
I’ve been having technical difficulties, so I am not able to launch the original post that I had planned. Lea, of Lea Hartman Photography had captured us last year and this is one of the pictures from the shoot. I am only just seeing this picture today...
Purchased for $20 at the thrift store, this book case was a sweet deal… Last weekend (with the perfect weather and all), I was busy working my diy magic on this beauty. I lightly sanded, primed and painted it in this Sherwin Williams Julep colour. I think...
Almost all week, we’ve been basking in mid 60 degree weather. This weekend, it will feel like we’ve said aurevoir to Winter as we enjoy almost 80 degree weather here in North Carolina. Nowadays, because of the unpredictable nature of the weather, I check what it will...
Hi everyone! A very late Happy New Year. At the end of December, I signed up to participate in a green smoothie challenge for 30 days. The challenge began January 2nd and will continue until the end of January. I have been replacing my breakfast with a...