A Book To Read – MAGIC HOUR by Kristin Hannah!

On November 4, 2024November 4, 2024 By Barbara StroudIn books, THOUGHTSLeave a comment

RIVETING! Another fabulous book by Kristin Hannah – Wow! I’m the one that hesitated to read this author because she’s not my typical genre. #wellsheisnow! I hate the thought of one day being without a KH book to read. It’s always amazing when you find an author new to you. Whose books you fall in love with and you can’t wait to get to the next book. I’m interspersing other books in between to a) lighten things up after a gripping read and to b) save the books so I don’t run out too quickly!

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Koi Pond in Charleston, SC + a Reminder…

On November 2, 2024October 29, 2024 By Barbara StroudIn Charleston, Design Inspiration, Photograph, THOUGHTSLeave a comment

Aren’t these bright orange Koi against the green of the lily pads absolutely stunning? I took this photo at a garden shop in the Charleston area (info below) – gorgeous plants, trees, fountains, outdoor planters, accessories, etc. They also can create a vignette such as this for you. So serene!

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A BIG Day!

On November 1, 2024November 1, 2024 By Barbara StroudIn THOUGHTS4 Comments

THIS is something you look forward to, you work hard for. You go through a lot of “firsts” in your life, then you go through a lot of “lasts” in your life and now this – and wow, is it ever exciting… #cantbelieveit

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