Goodbyes are so very difficult…🐾🕊️❤️🩹
Charlie 2009 – 2024 Our sweet Jack Russell who was so full of life has moved on to greener pastures so to speak. He is in a better place now. Charlie crossed over the Rainbow Bridge on Wednesday, April...
View ArticleAlways Look Up, IYKYK!
When walking, I’m a firm believer of keeping an eye toward the sky. I see the most beautiful things that way. On a casual walk at dusk – I stopped and looked up into the beautiful oak trees that we...
View ArticleSaying Goodbye Is Never Easy…
C h a r l i e 2 0 0 9 – 2 0 2 4 Charlie, who has lived with us for almost 15 years has crossed the Rainbow Bridge. His personality was larger than life and he will be missed forever. I had to...
View ArticleRemembering the Happy Days! #sweetbeast
This photo was taken a few years ago – but it brings solace. Charlie was bigger than life (and he thought he was as big as the biggest dog he would ever run across). He left an indelible impression in...
View ArticleBouquet from Chew.com – Heartfelt Gratitude!
After the loss of our dog of nearly fifteen years (the super cool CHARLIE dog) – we called Chewy.com to cancel his upcoming auto ship orders. It wasn’t easy to choke out the words, but they were so...
View ArticleFlowers Help!
Who doesn’t love flowers, right? Going to different nurseries and seeing what may grow in your specific spot is always fun (and as evidenced by the massive amount of cars – I think most of us can agree...
View ArticleBOOK Suggestion: The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods
You know how it is when you run across a fabulous book – not just a really good book, but a different, interesting story that really uses the imagination. THIS is that book! Not to mention, I love the...
View ArticleIt’s Friday – Oh, Happy Day!
Bright and happy, right? Who in the world doesn’t need something bright and happy? A little something to bring a smile, right? We have flowers all around us – it was important to find some that I could...
View ArticleHappy Weekend Y’all!
This tiny flower (daisy family) is so bright and happy, despite its diminutive size. It’s especially pretty as the sun hits it. As soon as this plant gets a little larger I’ll be able to pop a few more...
View ArticleTruer words were never spoken…
We have all thought “I wish I was older” (as a kid), “I wish I was younger” (as an adult). But in reality – how true are these words? Most of us are in the best part of our lives right now. Regardless...
View ArticleLife is Short – Spend Each Moment Wisely…
Gut feelings – always to be trusted. You just never know. Our older dog had been slowing down, then more recently had some medical issues that turned out to be cancer. This day he seemed out of sorts....
View ArticleNC Rhododendrons – Stunning!
Exquisite, right? These gorgeous pink blooms are rhododendrons – this photo was taken last year about this same time. Absolutely breathtaking! The mountains make such a beautiful backdrop, don’t they?...
View ArticleHappy Mother’s Day to you ALL!
For some of you Mother’s Day is a day of celebration – for others of you it may be a difficult day to “get through”. This is a Happy Mother’s Day to all of you – ⭐️ You are ALL to be celebrated. ⭐️ To...
View ArticleSigns, signs, everywhere a sign!
Y’all are familiar with the song “Signs, signs, everywhere a sign”. 🎶 These cardinals are quick around here. Spot one, grab your phone and whoosh, off they go! What a blessing. Isn’t this the happiest...
View ArticleA work of art in many ways!
Who couldn’t go for this right now? Doesn’t it look divine? Well, let me tell you, this was mine a while back (not recently) and I savored every single sip. It was utter perfection. What is it about...
View ArticleGuess the Artist #32 | Detroit Institute of Arts
Another fabulous example of original, stunning, historical art on view at the Detroit Institute of Arts. I love how the woman has details so you see what she looks like yet some areas are left to your...
View ArticleStopped to buy shrimp & left with photos!
Yes! A good (although rainy and stormy day) day – we headed out near Folly Beach to buy a pound of shrimp and while Fred was buying the shrimp I popped out on the deck and took a few photos. I LOVE...
View ArticleMemorial Day Thoughts…🙏🇺🇸
It’s Memorial Day, nearing the end of May (already!) – Most of us have been planning what to grill, some are having a backyard get together with all the trimmings. (Would love to hear what you made for...
View ArticleAn Accidental Lesson In Frugality!
Years ago a friend gave me a few cuttings of coleus. As soon as they had roots that looked as if the plant could sustain itself we planted it in a big pot outside. Watered it daily. It was STUNNING. It...
View ArticleA nice way to light up your life!
Well, can you believe it’s already JUNE? Hurricane season is upon us (woohoo), it’s heating up outside – a perfect time for grilling, smoothies and cold salads! I’ve got a few good recipes on the radar...
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