Thursday, May 20, 2010

I'd like to stay here a while...

Yes, I would like to have a seat in this comfy living room...looks relaxing, doesn't it?


This collection is from Pottery Barn. It's on the expensive end...so I'm just window shopping {or cyber shopping}...OK...wishful thinking.

Or this room.
I think the big starfish caught my eye...and the pool...and the coral...and the lamp...and the soft, calming colors...



OR

...this room.



It was the wall of windows that had me at "hello".
{Those pillows are spiffy too!}

Gotta love PB!
I hope you're having a happy, relaxing day.
Thanks for visiting.


Tuesday, May 4, 2010

...breathe...

...sometime you just need to breathe...



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Sunday, May 2, 2010

A Little Touch of Blue

I have two special pieces I'd like to share with you today. They are both gifts from my mother, the first she gave to me as a graduation gift, it's a Lladro. It was my first piece and one I truly treasure. She is so delicate and the scene is so serene.


The blues are such a soft shade.
 I think it's the intricate details that just amaze me: 
the bench...



...her little basket and friend.
Even her hand is so dainty!



The second piece belonged to my great aunt.



It's also a Lladro.



So cute...with a little touch of blue...always makes me smile!

I'm joining Smiling Sally at her Blue Mondays. Be sure to stop by for all things blue!



Thanks for dropping by to visit.
Enjoy your day!

Monday, April 26, 2010

Tommy's Roses


Today, I'm sharing a variety of roses.
They were grown by a very special man named Tommy. 



He loves his roses and is one of the most experienced growers around.


He loves to share his roses with  friends, family, and his church.



Growing such gorgeous flowers takes a lot of tender loving care...



...and Tommy does just that...each day he lovingly tends to his roses.



He even names them after loved ones...


... and develops new varieties...


...always under a watchful eye.



The different shades are just amazing.




...and the colors are just gorgeous.


{This one reminds me of the Franciscan pattern of Desert Rose.}


Looks like peppermint, doesn't it? They are very fragrant!



Some with just a hint of color...



...simply breathtaking.


They look like velvet and feel like silk.


From the tiniest buds...



...to full open blooms.


Even though they have their own names...




...they will always be known as Tommy's roses.

Tommy and his wife are neighbors and good friends of my mother. It's always such a treat to visit my mother and see what Tommy has blooming in his yard.
Thanks Tommy, for all the roses that you've so kindly shared!

I'm joining Susan at  A Southern Daydreamer for her Outdoor Wednesday. Be sure to stop by for amazing outdoor shots.


Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Green thumbs...

My grandmother was a master gardener. She passed on her skills to her children, and my mother passed on things to my sister and me. I guess you could say that we've all liked to dabble in the dirt.

My grandmother always had special concoctions that she used on her plants. I seem to remember hearing about egg shells, coffee grounds, pickle juice, and newspapers. I'm not sure which plants she used these things on, but rest assured, she had the most beautiful yard around.{Her flowers were even used in her childrens' weddings!}

My mother has a large lush yard that is very well manicured. She has help but she's the landscape designer. Each day she goes out and "plays" and is always adding something new.

My sister and her husband also have a large yard, but their space has more of a tropical feel. They have a gorgeous outside space with sitting areas, a pool, and kitchen. There is no need for them to travel to exotic places, they can simply walk outdoors!

Then there is my yard. I live in the heart of suburbia and have a postage size yard. I'm OK with it because it's just my size. Large enough for me to handle but not too large. I've been inspired by my family and have made it a goal this year to make it lush and welcoming.

All this to say, I have something to share today...amaryllis lillies. About twenty years ago, I took about seven bulbs from my grandmother's home and transplanted them to a side bed at my home. Each year they seem to multiply and now I have quite a showing!




The stems are so strong, sturdy, and about 18" tall!



I think it's so neat the way the petals curl.



...amazing vibrant color....



...amazing detail...



Simply amazing!

I'm linking with Susan at A Southern Daydreamer for her Outdoor Wednesday. Be sure to stop by for amazing outdoor shots!


Thanks so much for visiting!
Enjoy your day!


Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Romance of the Sea

There's something about a quiet evening...


...after a long day...



...to regroup and relax.



Having  a special little treat...


...with your favorite beverage...




...surrounded by a few of your favorite things.




Sharing the evening...



...with someone very special...




...makes it simply perfect!


I'm joining Susan at Between Naps on the Porch for her Tablescape Thursday. Be sure to stop by for amazing and inspirational tables.



Saturday, April 10, 2010

Inspiration...

I was perusing the Pottery Barn site today and ran across these pictures. I think I love just about everything shown.


...the sea fans for chargers
...the dishes
...the rustic bucket and coral
...the napkin rings
...and...
...the napkins!



This flatware is just gorgeous!



...pure inspiration...

Thanks Pottery Barn!

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