I’m sure you’ve heard of dryer balls. Made with wool, they’re balls (tennis ball size) that you toss in the dryer with your wet clothes. I’ve read that it makes your load dry faster, keeps clothes softer and untangled. I’ve also read it can help with static electricity which usually gets me at times. I did some research and…
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Several of the different walking routes we take pass by marsh – beautiful, elegant, back-in-time views where time slows down, the birds fly freely and life is peaceful. It’s a joy to watch. Since we were out walking (for fitness) I couldn’t dilly dally too long, so a quick snap is all I could get. Enjoy!
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Isn’t this the most stunning spectacle of lavender you’ve ever seen? The colors so vibrant, the plant so healthy and it just keeps blooming and blooming. We have the pot in the sun and when the light hits it – whoa, it takes your breath away… and the scent! #IYKYK!
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Look at these luscious morsels. Full of tart cherries (just like cherry pie). I was really wanting something cherry but didn’t want to make a pie (therefore eat a pie), so we made cherry turnovers.
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I took an evening walk and guess who was in the tree having a big time. The squirrel. They’re everywhere and I know some people aren’t big on them because they can be destructive but to watch them, they always seem so happy. Jumping around, and from tree to tree it almost appears they can fly at times. See the tree branch the squirrel is on? Note the crunchy vegetation…
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There is a gaping hole in my visit to Costco. My favorite section, the books, was dwindled down to nothing. I don’t believe the reasons were good enough to annihilate a section that had fans across the country. Every time I was looking at books there were many other people doing the same thing. My typical Costco run consisted of me running around picking up everything on my list and then heading to the book section to see if there was something appealing to pick up. What a treat – it would make my day. But…
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Are you looking for a book that will grab you from the moment you pick it up? Where the suspense has you sitting on the edge of your seat wondering what could possibly be happening next? Well, this is the book for you! This is book 2 in the series, Book 1, The Last Thing He Told Me was equally as gripping. LOVED this! I just finished this book this morning, book review hot off the press…
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I had a specific meal in mind but no recipe… A steak taco sounded so good to me, so I put together some flavors that compliment each other nicely and WOW, was it ever delicious! It was quick to make (I used stir fry beef). Here’s the recipe…
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Good Friday, a day of reflection… I looked through my recent photos for one that fit the bill and this dogwood with the live oak and Spanish moss in the background was perfect! The photo was taken a few days ago with the sun starting to lower giving off the pretty, warm light.
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What a stunning house plan this is! If you’re in the market for a house plan closing it at around 4,000 square feet, this could be for you. Traditional in style and full of light – I can’t wait for you to see the back of this house. It’s what caught my eye for sure. I would live on those porches all year long! The detail is exquisite (images via link below)…
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A bundle of flowers always brings joy. These are from Trader Joe’s. Lovely little blooms!
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You would never know this was a weekday, midday – cloudy, out running errands, we stopped by a local garden center and whoa!I just snapped a quick photo – I’m telling you stunning flowers and plants everywhere you look! This is one of the favorite locations that people head to when it’s time to start planting flowers. Plants & flowers make us all happy, don’t they? Where was I when I took this photo?
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Charleston, SC is such a cool city. Rich in history and architecture with some very old buildings that are stunning. I love when things get creative. I’ll give you a chance to guess where I was, hint below and answer at the end…
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The azaleas are blooming in Charleston, SC and it’s quite a show. I LOVE this time of year – I mean the pink is exploding all up and down our street and it’s gorgeous. So thankful for the beauty. Soon the ligustrums will be in bloom and when they bloom the aroma is out of this world!
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