Stylish Duplex House Plan for Modern Families: TNH-DU-01 plan by MK Design Group!

Duplex house plan, one story
TNH-DU-01 duplex plan by MK Design Group!

I love a good traditional house plan that has the ability to fit into an older neighborhood. This is a duplex option that doesn’t necessarily look like a duplex. I like that the left side of the duplex is set more forward. It has a porch on the side. The right side is set back with a porch on the front. This is a great choice for families who want to live close but not necessarily in the same house. Let’s take a peek…

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Support Chef Thornton: Buy a Mug for a Cause, Donate or Share…

Chef Thornton, coffee mug, donation, mug on table overlooking Orchard coffee shop
Quick snapshot while Max was making us an excellent cup of coffee – Orchard Coffee Shop, Waynesville, NC

This is the coolest coffee shop in Waynesville, NC. I started following Orchard Coffee after Hurricane Helene. During the aftermath they did so much to help their community, it truly was jaw-dropping. Everyone who worked here went the extra mile and then the unthinkable happened…

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Book Suggestion: The Cheat Sheet by Sarah Adams!

The Cheat Sheet by Sarah Adams

Sarah Adams is a joy. Her books are delightful and a nice change of pace. They’re light and will definitely make you laugh out loud. The perfect books to read when you need something a little lighter. So enjoyable and entertaining. I love her sense of humor.

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How To Identify the Birds You’re Watching!

mountains, tree, hummingbird feeder, hummingbird

Is there anything better than getting away to the mountains in the midst of jaw dropping beauty to reset yourself? Everyone needs to get to the mountains at some point. No need for a TV here, so much to watch, it’s ever changing. The clouds, the mountains, the fog, the plants/blooms and of course, the birds, rabbits, etc. The birds were a special treat this visit…

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Bluff Towne Cottage House Plan by Allison Ramsey Architects!

House plan with wonderful windows, two story, great front porch
Bluff Towne Cottage House Plan by Allison Ramsey Architects!

I truly feel that most of Allison Ramsey’s house plans would fit into established neighborhoods that already foster a sense of character and perhaps have been there for a while. I’m usually thinking about my neighborhood (and nearby neighborhoods) when I mention this. When I first saw this plan, even the interior with built in bookcases – it truly looks like an older home with all the charm. Let’s take a peek…

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Do you know the name of this lovely bloom?

Climbing flower on a gate, pink flowers, roses maybe, charleston, sc

This photo was taken on a walk last week, downtown (Charleston, SC) – there are so many flowers blooming right now it will dazzle your mind, ha ha. It’s beautiful to see everything in bloom, the bees so busy, the scent from the jasmine is starting, oh… next the ligustrums which are exploding with small white blooms. It’s like the strongest scented candle in the very best way.

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Happy Easter!

Front porch of home, flagpole, flag that reads Happy Easter, three brightly colored Easter eggs

Sending wishes for a Happy Easter. If you’re gathering with family or friends, enjoy every second! #thesearethegoodtimes

Thankful for all this day represents. #heisrisen #hallelujah! Photo was taken on a walk downtown (Charleston, SC) – I saw this flag and thought it would be nice to share today.

✝️ Happy Easter! 🐰

Looks like a nice place for an Easter Brunch!

Photo taken at Elizabeth Stuart Design in Mount Pleasant, SC

Exquisite, right? I love this orange table with what reminds me of old time ice cream chairs, and oh! The light yellow umbrella is the perfect accompaniment. I love the shadows from the different plants – This looks like a lovely place for an Easter brunch (or any meal!)

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Morning Walk – Charleston, SC

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Corner of Tradd St & Legare St, Charleston, SC

It’s so refreshing to get out and walk somewhere different. We have a few different routes or places that we walk but every once in a while it’s like a mini vacation to drive a few miles away, park and get out and walk somewhere different. It opens your perspective and we see fresh ideas. Plants, flowers, etc.

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Featured Artist: Lorenzo Chavez!

Landscape painting, path, brush, trees, mountains, pastel, Lorenzo Chavez artist
The Days Ahead by Lorenzo Chavez 18″ x 24″ Pastel

Lorenzo Chavez – a fabulous artist. You may have read about him in one of the many art magazines including (but not limited to), Plein Air, Southwest Art, Artists Magazine, American Art Review, etc. Lorenzo also teaches workshops, so if you’re wanting to perfect/learn he would be a great one to take a workshop from. More info below!

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Palm Sunday – Charleston, SC Photo…

palms in sunshine, white brick wall, close up, charleston sc
Photo for Palm Sunday – Charleston, SC

My husband and I were downtown a few months ago, we walked out of a little shop on King Street and I saw these palms with the light hitting them so perfectly. Striking! I snapped a photo and saved it for today. So beautiful! Looking for some recipe inspiration for Easter, I have a few ideas…

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98 Pleasant Ridge House Plan by Our Town Plans!

House plan with screen porch and open deep porch for sitting
98 Pleasant Ridge House Plan by Our Town Plans

With all the uncertainty going on in the world right now perhaps you’re considering a smaller house. If so, this is a fabulous plan with wonderful porches that makes the square footage feel like so much more (weather permitting of course). To have a screen porch off of the living area is like having a little piece of Heaven! No compromise here, this is a beauty, let’s take a peek…

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