Pegasus Taverna – What a treat!

Funny thing, we were recently in Michigan visiting family. We ran to a cool pottery place (more on that in a future post) and passed this fabulous restaurant on the way home. We love Greek food but some places are far better than others and this is one of those places. We were there early and quickly the restaurant filled up with people. It was a weekday, most all were older, gathering around and having a good time. I loved seeing what they ordered, everything looked fabulous – including the “oompah cheese” as I used to call it, which is SO fun and delicious – I didn’t order it this time, but it was fun to watch.

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Early Morning View – Charleston, SC

I love the dramatic views we have here in Charleston, SC. We were up and out early one morning on our way to get some things done. We’re making a few small changes in our backyard so wanted to see what plants were out there – we weren’t sure what was available this time of year.

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Old Oyster House Plan by Allison Ramsey Architects!

Old Oyster Retreat 15363 by Allison Ramsey Architects

Drop dead gorgeous, don’t you think? When I look at this house, it feels as if I’m in an older, very grand neighborhood. You know the kind with the towering oaks, wild palms and HISTORY. It’s hard to believe this plan wasn’t built long, long ago! There is a special grandness to this plan. I love the stunning porches, etc. – they are what dreams are made of.

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Alexandra Stafford’s Carrot Ginger Soup with Coconut Milk!

This soup is FABULOUS! It warms the house and smells divine. I LOVE soups with coconut milk (especially versus heavy cream!) – the coconut milk adds such a nice, subtle wonderful taste and the spices that go with coconut milk… #ohlala! Once you get all set up (chopping, etc.) this goes fairly quickly… it’s not an all day soup.

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Cottage Revival House Plan by David Ranglack for Southern Living!

Cottage Revival House Plan (SL-1946) by David Ranglack for Southern Living

Now, this is a different sort of front entry. The front door isn’t at the front, but like some of the older homes in downtown Charleston, SC you’ll see the entry, then you walk along the side porch to the entry door. I love how this doorway is framed with shutters which lets you know to “walk this way” to the entrance while looking so charming and like it’s been in existence for a very long time. Beautiful!

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These Views Are Never Taken For Granted

Out on walk the other morning 🙄 – I’m walking to my “fast walking” station on Spotify. I was zipping along until I stumbled (literally) upon this view. I thought I would let my heart catch up with my head after almost going *splat* so I stopped and did what any sane person would do – I took a photo….

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A Book To Read – MAGIC HOUR by Kristin Hannah!

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…

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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Halloween Memories 👻

Charleston photo taken years ago – it has a nice Halloween vibe!

Happy Halloween! 🎃 It’s a day kids dream about – I remember it well (all those years ago!) going trick or treating with my sister. My mom would stay home and pass out candy and my dad would walk with us while we sang out TRICK OR TREAT and collected our candy. #goodtimes Although, my costume was usually upended by wild weather, therefore turning me into…

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Featured Artist: Alan Phillips + Upcoming Sale!

Painting by Alan Phillips

I LOVE this painting. It’s perfectly spectacular, just look at the movement! Can you not feel the sand between your toes? Hear the call of the ocean? Feel the sun so strongly almost lulling you into a wonderful zen type calmness? The foam, the tufts of water high in the air, the horizon with the pinks and blues against the wonderful green in the water. The sun poking through the water brilliantly. WOW. So much feeling in one painting. AND guess what – it, along with 34 other paintings will be on sale on 11/1 – Here are the details…

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Happy Birthday Wishes To My Sweetheart!

My husband loves cake. LOVES cake! Photo is a cake we brought home on a trip a few years ago (details below) – it was fabulous (and I am *gasp* not a cake person)! This year we simply cannot eat an entire cake, so instead we’ll head to a good bakery for an assortment of cupcakes for him. I have plenty of candles and can sing Happy Birthday with each cupcake (haha – KIDDING!)…

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