Look for it… it’s everywhere!
I took this photo years ago – A door in Mexico. Look for beauty in the little things, the way the sun hits the steps, the worn patina of wood, the beautiful colors that surround us. Those “little...
View ArticleViolets Secrets…
Look at this violet! It’s going wild! Tons of beautiful flowers, there is also a smaller (baby) violet to the left… I’ve had good luck with them, this is what I do… I set the three violets that I have...
View ArticleKale as Art…
What is better than Lacinato (Tuscan) Kale? Wonderful in pasta, stir fry, smoothie’s… you name it! Also kind of nice as art, don’t you think? Taking a few days off and posting photos and thoughts…...
View ArticlePalms!
Palms for Palm Sunday! Another bit of news… today is the first day of Spring 🌷, woot, woot! Enjoy your day and I’ll catch you back here tomorrow!
View ArticleHave you tried these? Wonderful!!
Since many of you are away visiting friends or family, I will be posting photos this week – enjoy! You know how sometimes you just crave a wonderful cinnamon roll? Just once in a while, like Christmas...
View ArticleA healthier version of a cheese toast – so wonderful!
I could eat this Every. Single. Day. I always keep baby arugula in the fridge, I love it in omelets, on sandwiches, pizza and all by itself! This looks very decadent, but these pieces of bread are...
View ArticleEaster Lily Idea…
Such a pretty photo of the sunlight beating down on the Easter Lily! Do you still have an Easter Lily and aren’t quite sure what to do with it? We always plant them outside (Zone 9 – Charleston, SC)....
View ArticleCharlie (Jack Russell Terrier) Before (the hair) and After
When Charlie came into our lives he didn’t have “big” hair. They said it would get fuzzy in time, boy were they ever right! Look at the difference! When this dog gets a bath you see how he’s not so...
View ArticleIf you use a gas grill, then THIS will make your day!
We ran to Costco last weekend, as we walked in we spotted this sign. Do you see these prices? WOW! We pay so much more than that this is hard to believe! A (regular) gas grill propane tank is 20#. So...
View ArticleThere’s a lizzie in my chair…
Who spends their days trying to save Lizzie’s? I do. Sad but true. I find them fascinating, so does Charlie, but in an entirely different manor. He loves the way they dart around. They’re everywhere,...
View ArticleIn A Hurry? Newman’s Own Pizza with Arugula – Delicious!
What a delight! Newman’s Own Four Cheese (frozen) Pizza (Multigrain crust with flaxseed) is a fabulous option when you’re in a hurry. Just pull it out of the freezer, put it into the oven to bake (10...
View ArticleWhat did I do?
HI! My name is Charlie and I love to eat dirt, rocks, grass, ferns, paper and pretty much anything else I can get… Ugh. Our last dog was a picky eater. We were so happy when we found out that Charlie...
View ArticleHeaven on Earth!
Ahhh, Monhegan Island, Maine. Gorgeous. Stunning. Simple beauty everywhere you look. Nighttime skies that cannot be matched. Morning sunrises that will make you open your eye, grab your camera and...
View ArticleHappy Mother’s Day!
Happy Mother’s Day to all you mom’s out there. This is a special day for you… While writing this I read through my older Mother’s Day posts, and I’ve got to say. I love every one of them! I’m...
View ArticleThinking carefully about the plan of attack…
At night about an hour after dinner, Charlie gets 1/2 of a VeggieDent (cleans teeth). It’s the highlight of his day. Once we give it to him, he runs off with it. Then stares at it… no doubt...
View ArticleReaching for the Heavens…
I took this photo a month or so ago, I love the light and the way the oak branches seem to be reaching for the heavens. These old oak trees never fail to impress me, day after day. We feel fortunate...
View ArticleMonhegan Island, Maine at Sunset
This photo was taken early fall last year. Almost every night there was a beautiful sunset. These breathtaking scenes just happened to be at the time of our dinner reservation each night. Thankfully...
View ArticleHappy Day!
Do you know how to keep cut lily’s fresh for a longer period of time? It’s easy! I will often buy these at the grocery store just because they smell amazing – they’re beautiful to look at too! I...
View ArticleDramatic Shadows!
This is one eye-catching geranium in it’s hot coral splendor! Just look at the dramatic shadow. I have a thing with shadows, they always catch my eye, it’s like a work of art! Have a wonderful Sunday...
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