The unpacking of the ‘mystery’ boxes from my move has brought several happy surprises. Long forgotten architectural pieces, shells from my husband and sons diving trips, candles and even small china treasures. I surveyed the house and decided the living room coffee table needed a new look—what a great place to use my …
Tuscany … enough said! Well, maybe just a few little more ideas for your next trip. Tuscany is a sensory overload of delights. The rolling hills filled with flowers and patchwork-like fields are pure heaven on earth. Stone cottages and stucco buildings dot the landscape and the occasional castle has you ready to move …
We loved every minute of the total eclipse day here in Cashiers. We arrived early for the party and enjoyed breakfast and golf cart tours and a little sight seeing—mainly to avoid the incredible traffic. The viewing party chairs were lined up like soldiers on the lawn, eclipse glasses were passed out and the …
Yes, you heard me right—I really do have a dog table. I purchased the table from Francie Hargrove here in Cashiers. The base of this unusual table features four carved puppies ready to play. I think the table could be Irish because of the large carved animals on the base. The column on the …
More green, more cool weather and more beautiful gardens to tour. These lush green gardens were also on this year’s Joy Garden Tour here in Cashiers. These gardens share a theme—relaxing calming shade of green. They all focus on shades of green sprinkled with whites and grays, shaped boxwood, stone walls and water …
It’s my birthday—look what showed up at my house! I think this may be the best use of a Yeti cooler ever! Pink, pink, white, red and even more pink flowers … what a wonderful surprise! Get your cooler out and fill it with lunch, champagne and flowers and have a wonderful weekend! …
Having a bad day? It happens to all of us now and then. Deadlines creep up, kids need ‘extra’ attention, husbands travel too much or maybe the Summer humidity just has the best of you. I have the PERFECT solution to help you snap back into shape—SHOPPING! Forget it all and just have a …