Where to Next?

I saw this the other day and had to grab my phone and take a photo. Sadly the dog had turned it’s head and I missed the shot that was head on. This dog, sitting in the driver’s seat waiting for his person to come back to the car. He looked like he was the driver.  It cracked me up. Delight in the little things!

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Check out the Freshwater Rest house plan by Flatfish Island Designs!

This is the Freshwater Rest house plan by Flatfish Island Designs. This plan is 4,025 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. This is a stunning plan, perfect for island living. Sharp exterior, isn’t it? Love all the windows (and the front porch)! I also like that you don’t notice that the garage is located on the left side of the house. It’s there, but it just looks like part of the house. Continue reading “Check out the Freshwater Rest house plan by Flatfish Island Designs!”

Poolside Geraniums – Charleston, SC

Geraniums

Our geraniums are bursting with color and have been for some time now. Even our geranium from last year that looked a little bleak after the winter (despite being put in the garage on the nights that we had that dipped below freezing) – but they are happy and blooming now.

I love this little scene. The pool, the wicker chair and the geranium. Our happy place!

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Portrait of a Blooming Violet!

Portrait of a Blooming Violet!

I love this time of year. Temps are nice, nothing too crazy going on (like a hurricane) – everything is blooming outside, and inside as well!

This violet was given to us 6/18/2007 when our Jack Russell, “Reginald” passed away. A neighbor gave it to us (thank you Cora!) – and it has gotten bigger each and every year. This violet blooms like crazy, it’s the happiest ever. It’s been repotted several times.  Continue reading “Portrait of a Blooming Violet!”

Azaleas blooming in Charleston, SC!

Azaleas – Charleston, SC

The azaleas are blooming in Charleston and they are plentiful, especially on our street. We live in an older neighborhood and just about every house has azaleas that were planted years ago and some are quite big, they are blooming and look so happy right now.

I thought I would take a moment to showcase the white azaleas that you don’t see quite as often as the bright pink (seen in photo above). We have a few white azaleas and the rest are the bright pink.

There is a rule with azaleas. No trimming until after they bloom. Break that rule and you get no blooms. I know… every few years they get leggy and we cut them back, and last year it wasn’t at the optimal time. This year we will cut them all back after the blooming is over and we should be good for next year.  I love when the entire street blooms at the same time (that doesn’t always happen). It’s stunning!

Happy Saturday!

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The Vannet House Plan by Dvele!

The Vannet House Plan by Dvele
This is the Vannet house plan by Dvele – This plan is 1,139 square feet with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. A sharp, modern plan.
The Vannet exterior is so visually appealing with its modern lines and mix of exterior finishes. Oh! Look at that wonderful outdoor space! How perfect is that?

Dvele. Remember that name, because you will be seeing it more and more. Modern prefab homes (in the best possible way) and offer the ultimate in luxury. These homes can do as much (dim your lights, lock your doors, draw the blinds) or as little as you like. These are the homes of the future and it’s pretty exciting. Modular building is smart because it’s being built in a controlled environment.

I can’t tell you how much time I’ve spent on their website, it’s fabulous and FULL of information! Also be sure to check out their blog!

D V E L E

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Spanish Moss in Our Live Oak Trees

Spanish Moss in Live Oak – Charleston, SC

Just here to wish everyone a happy Saturday! Sending an image of
a live oak with the sun hitting the draping Spanish Moss and highlighting the resurrection fern – which is quite a miracle. Looks crispy and dead one moment and if a splash of rain hits it, turns bright green like the healthiest fern you’ve ever seen. Continue reading “Spanish Moss in Our Live Oak Trees”

A Strong Presence

The large live oak trees in Charleston have such presence. They’re so strong. They have so much life with their branches reaching, twisting and turning. They are such beautiful trees. This is a close up of just how cool the shadows are on these trees. This is without the Spanish moss and Resurrection Fern. This is a younger tree. We planted it about 24 years ago, it was 10 years old at time of planting. We never guessed we would have seen it so large in our lifetime. Continue reading “A Strong Presence”

Vintage Lowcountry by Group 3 Designs – a Southern Living House Plan!

Vintage Lowcountry Plan by Group 3 Designs – A plan for Southern Living (SL1828)

This is the Vintage Lowcountry house plan designed by Group 3 Designs – Available via Southern Living – This plan is 2,768 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms.

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Looks like something in a movie…

Charleston, SC

I LOVE THIS PHOTO. Not sure why. It’s got so many things going on. Sometimes a quick snap can turn into something so visually interesting – something you could write many stories about… It looks like something in a scary movie to me… I think it’s the moon, the angle and the house that does it. Continue reading “Looks like something in a movie…”