Sharing art from artists I admire, recipes (who doesn't love food?) and house plans that make you feel right at home!
The Detroit Institute of Arts is a place to visit where time will go so quickly, you will be “in the zone” the entire time admiring each and every painting, sculpture, artifact and treasure. The talent in one location is mind numbing. Feel fortunate if you’ve visited! Exhibits are ever-changing so pop back often! Can you guess this week’s artist? (Signature erased on image)…
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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 –
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?
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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. So I picked him up and held him and we looked outside through our sunroom windows which has been our sanctuary.
Continue reading “Life is Short – Spend Each Moment Wisely…”
Have you happened upon the most delectable (mostly healthy) treat that is so divine you look forward to it day after day? A treat that defies logic? THIS is that treat and let me tell you, it’s a doozy!
Continue reading “A Snack Too Good To Share (shhhh!)”
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?
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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 blooms in the little vase (jar)! What are some good cutting flowers that you enjoy? Would love to hear!
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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 snip and put in a small vase. Teeny vase to be more exact…
Continue reading “It’s Friday – Oh, Happy Day!”
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 book cover, it couldn’t be more perfect (great job Lucy Bennett/Harper Collins)!
Continue reading “BOOK Suggestion: The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods”
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 on this!) The backyard has always been beautiful and lively until…
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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 kind…
Continue reading “Bouquet from Chew.com – Heartfelt Gratitude!”
Isn’t this house a beauty? I love the gorgeous front porch across the front and the to die for screened porches on the sides. How heavenly! When you want to converse with passers by, you can situate yourself on the front porch, when you want to tuck away and read a good book and can hunker down on the screened porch, free of bugs – or hey, if you just want to take a nap while listening to the birds chirp!
Continue reading “St Phillips Place House Plan by WaterMark Coastal Homes for Southern Living!”
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 our lives. We are so thankful for all the laughs, the smiles and the wonderful memories. We are blessed. #withoutadoubt
Continue reading “Remembering the Happy Days! #sweetbeast”
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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 write a post on a blog I started when we first brought Charlie home. He wouldn’t rest unless he was right next to me. He would hop up in a chair, then I would sit and with his back to the chair (sitting up) he would press his feet into my back. There we would sit while he napped. He is the reason I started a blog (Life with Charlie) all those years ago. That blog morphed into artfoodhome.com – I still cherish his beasty ways – he was the best dog ever!
Continue reading “Saying Goodbye Is Never Easy…”
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 have in this area.
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