Azaleas Blooming in Charleston, SC!

large live oak trees, spanish moss, flowering bright pink azaleas, springtime

Spring is magical everywhere in the world, but springtime in Charleston brings a special kind of beauty. The scents wafting through the air are magical. Charleston has many large live oak trees, in this area they have Spanish moss hanging from their stately limbs, they also have Resurrection fern growing on the large branches. Talk about magical…

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My Favorite Flower to Plant!

Flowers with pink buds and green leaves, tall shrubs, pool

This plant is such a joy I cannot even begin to express how much I absolutely adore it. We planted a few in pots last year – around this time, they bloomed all summer long! Literally you do nothing but make sure they don’t get too dry (especially in a pot). Give them a nice drink of water when they look thirsty and they’re good!

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Spring is Blooming in Charleston, SC!

Blue sky with live oak limbs reaching for the sky, azalea blooms - white, spring, charleston sc

The sun is shining, the flowers are blooming the wisteria is giving off its heavenly scent. Life is good here in Charleston, SC. This really is the perfect time to be in Charleston. Soon the weather will heat up (exponentially) and the humidity will peak. So get out and enjoy it while you can…

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Spring. Has. Sprung!

wonderful green round table, green chairs with round seats and dainty curves, gorgeous pink flowers on a plan on the table, image taken from above

It was officially spring yesterday a little after 5AM EST and I thought this was the perfect photo to share. I love this flower, it was stunning. (I took this photo, but this is not at my house) – I’m not sure of the name of it, but there were plenty and they were beautiful! Very springy! The weather is warming the flowers are blooming – it’s our most beautiful season.

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Pendleton House Plan by Lew Oliver for Southern Living!

Pendleton House Plan by Lew Oliver for Southern Living

Stunning plan. The exterior is exquisite. The shake roof is so beautiful. So many details make this plan one that will be around for generations. I usually try to feature homes that can fit into existing older neighborhoods so that the flow, rhythm and character remains. This is a beauty and could fit in nicely in many neighborhoods – let’s take a peek…

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Featured Artist: Mia Bergeron!

painting by Mia Bergeron, pool, chaise lounges, night, magical
Flower Moon (2AM) by Mia Bergeron 30″x30″ Oil

Isn’t this painting fabulous? It takes a creative genius to come up with something so enthralling, so magical that it stops you in your tracks and makes you think. And then you say… WOW! #shenailedit Also, be sure to check out the latest show at Robert Lange Studios in Charleston, SC…

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The Coolest Outdoor Chairs From Ikea!

two modern white plastic chairs, brick pavers, podocarpus, swimming pool, tall green shrubs, sunny day

Isn’t this the coolest outdoor chair? Last week we planted podocarpus at one end of our pool and it turned that end of the pool into a cozy retreat. Next stop… a table, but for now I am thrilled with this purchase! I’ve seen these chairs out and about for many years, here are the details…

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The Gibson House Plan by Allison Ramsey Architects!

Exquisite home with two floors of French door, 3 French doors on each level, 3 dormers at the top, dusk, all lights on
The Gibson House Plan by Allison Ramsey Architects

Isn’t this a stunning house plan? A master suite downstairs (as well as everything you can imagine!) I love this image of theirs, so dramatic. The lighting is perfection and all the French doors really make a statement. I love the shutters on either side of each door. Spectacular! It almost looks like a home you might see in the historic district of Charleston, SC

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Book Suggestion: The Things We Do For Love by Kristin Hannah!

Paperback book on dark wood table, Kristin Hannah author, The Things We Do For Love is the title

Is there anything better than traveling to another place (or time) and immersing yourself with interesting people to see where life takes you? Bonus: when you’re ready to “come home” simply close the book and *poof* here you are! You just can’t beat reading. I’m thankful I grew up with books, I treasure them.

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Spring has sprung: Lupine is here!

Lupine (plant) blooming, purple cone shaped flowers, green pointed leaves, striking combination
Lupine in bloom!

I’ve never planted lupine. I’ve never actually seen it blooming in Maine because we always used to visit in September (after they bloomed), but here it is in Charleston! Blooming beautifully and for sale. I love to visit shops with beautiful plants, we have several that I can think of and each is a dream!

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After the Ice/Snow – “Winter” Resumes…

View from the battery in Charleston, SC, water with ripples, blue sky with clouds and sun, feel the sun

This photo was taken on Murray Blvd last week, overlooking the Ashley River in Charleston, SC. After days of being indoors this bright, sunny and warm day was fabulous. With temps hovering near 60℉ the shining sun sure felt good. We decided to take a walk on “The Battery” and it was so pleasant. Many people out walking, jogging, fishing. Quite a delight to feel the warm sun on your face.

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