There is just nothing like loosing yourself in a good book is there? Have you ever read a book so good that you lost track of time and were totally immersed in it? Then you know what I mean… Continue reading “Nothing like escaping!”
Author: Barbara Stroud
Featured Artist: Sherri Thomas!

Sherri Thomas, an artist from Wisconsin – paints mainly landscapes with vast skies, which I am always drawn to. What I like about the featured painting Continue reading “Featured Artist: Sherri Thomas!”
From the Archives: Charleston Sunset

I just had a funny thought… for some reason, this photo just reminded me of Continue reading “From the Archives: Charleston Sunset”
From the Archives: Sunset in Maine

A photo from the archives – Maine
Every year I tell myself I need to clean out my almost 9,000 images, I start out doing it, then I get busy and forget about it. The following year I need to clean out almost 10,000 images (and this is after cleaning out during the year) – well… now I’m past 11,000 +++ and I need to get control. So as I start to look back at old photos (but not yet clean out) I’ll share a one from the archives… Continue reading “From the Archives: Sunset in Maine”
Featured Artist: Stanley Bielen!

Stanley Bielen. An artist originally from Poland now living in Pennsylvania and Maine – his work is so interesting because it’s so different! I love the Continue reading “Featured Artist: Stanley Bielen!”
House Plan: Saluda River Club Cottage by Allison Ramsey Architects!
I love this plan. Love the small porch, a perfect retreat! This plan is fabulous – master is down, which I love. So many wonderful spaces, check it out!
Continue reading “House Plan: Saluda River Club Cottage by Allison Ramsey Architects!”Featured Artist: Gregory Mortenson!

Gregory Mortenson. His paintings are stunning – when you look at them you can feel the soul of the person he is painting. Continue reading “Featured Artist: Gregory Mortenson!”
Recap of Pie Recipes + A Cherry Pie Recipe – Oh La La!
It seems as if you’re usually more of a cake person or a pie person. I am a pie person. I could walk away from cake and never look back, but pie… that’s a different story. With that being said I’m Continue reading “Recap of Pie Recipes + A Cherry Pie Recipe – Oh La La!”
Featured Artist: Daniel Marshall!

Daniel Marshall. Fabulous watercolors – Afternoon, Bethesda Terrace has such a wonderful feel to it. The detail without being too “tight” amazes me! Continue reading “Featured Artist: Daniel Marshall!”
Heading over the Ashley River Bridge… ahhh, the view!
When we head over the Ashley River Bridge in Charleston – I try to have my camera ready – Continue reading “Heading over the Ashley River Bridge… ahhh, the view!”
L.L. Bean Boots – An American Icon!
🎶The boots are made for walking, and that’s just what they’ll do…🎶
Ok, so these aren’t technically boots – I have had the LL Bean boots as well – and they’re just as awesome. I’ve owned Continue reading “L.L. Bean Boots – An American Icon!”
Featured Artist: Riley Sheehey!

Riley Sheehey. An artist who has definitely found her niche! Her paintings are so wonderful and happy. I love Continue reading “Featured Artist: Riley Sheehey!”
House Plan: 212 Needle Palm Court (Garage/Guest Loft)

212 Needle Palm Court by Our Town Plans. This is a garage/guest loft combination that is the epitome of fine living! Oh, how I would love to have a special place for guests! This is a beautiful structure! Continue reading “House Plan: 212 Needle Palm Court (Garage/Guest Loft)”
Featured Artist: Katie Miller!

Katie Miller. A hyperrealistic painter with such amazing skill. Her paintings are
thought provoking and different. Just look at this painting above. How she captures the details in the face – Continue reading “Featured Artist: Katie Miller!”
Looking for a great way to meet good people and have something fun to do?

Have you ever been part of a theater group? If you’re looking for something fun and different where you can meet really cool people try Continue reading “Looking for a great way to meet good people and have something fun to do?”




