Exquisite details in this painting. So many tiny strokes of perfection. Today is Guess the Artist day… I can narrow it down for you some. I took this photo at the Detroit Institute of Artist (DIA) in Detroit, MI last year. Can you guess who the artist is? Bonus if you know the title as well… Comment on this post or via social media. Good luck!
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A good saying to live by, right? Make what you can with what you’ve got. I do this all the time when cooking, substituting ingredients I have on hand to skip yet another trip to the store. The other day I made a fabulous fresh peach🍑, goat cheese 🐐, dill 🪴salad 🥗. Three trips to the store (the last one being for the LETTUCE!) – ugh, the frustration. We live nearby so it’s not a big deal, but would have rather spent time prepping and putting it together!
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To those of you with dogs (or humans or any other animal) – sometimes a situation that seems problematic – in time turns out to be the most wonderful gift. No matter how trivial it may seem. Cherish these gifts! (And it doesn’t hurt to have the wherewithal to recognize these irritations as what they will be in the future… a gift!)
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The weather is beginning to heat up in Charleston, SC – which makes the perfect weather for enjoying a nice smoothie. We’ve visited a few areas and have tasted their green smoothies which were surprisingly good, so… This is a change from our favorite banana smoothies that we love so much (and have drank for years). Now we’re on a new kick and loving it!
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Well, can you believe it’s already JUNE? Hurricane season is upon us (woohoo), it’s heating up outside – a perfect time for grilling, smoothies and cold salads! I’ve got a few good recipes on the radar not to mention this amazing little lamp that we bought. Notice there is no cord. It’s rechargeable and so nice for certain spaces (like this table pulled out away from the wall).
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A beautiful home isn’t it? We see many homes similar to this in Charleston, SC. Beautiful. With large porches to accommodate a variety of seating configurations so time on the porch is well spent and comfortable. Oh, so comfortable! Grab an iced tea and swing on the porch, read a book, take a nap – life is good! This is a great plan to fit in many established neighborhoods and blend in nicely.
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Years ago a friend gave me a few cuttings of coleus. As soon as they had roots that looked as if the plant could sustain itself we planted it in a big pot outside. Watered it daily. It was STUNNING. It grows so quickly it’s mind boggling – when it starts to get leggy snip off a bit as shown here, plop it in some water and wait for the magic to happen…
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It’s Memorial Day, nearing the end of May (already!) – Most of us have been planning what to grill, some are having a backyard get together with all the trimmings. (Would love to hear what you made for the occasion!) It’s a wonderful prelude to summer, but hopefully you can find some time this weekend…
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Yes! A good (although rainy and stormy day) day – we headed out near Folly Beach to buy a pound of shrimp and while Fred was buying the shrimp I popped out on the deck and took a few photos. I LOVE taking photos at this location – it’s so beautiful – yet still, it’s a working fish company, The water was like glass…
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Another fabulous example of original, stunning, historical art on view at the Detroit Institute of Arts. I love how the woman has details so you see what she looks like yet some areas are left to your imagination – especially love the bottom right corner left more abstract. This coupled with the wall color + flowers in the background. WOW. Can you guess this artist? Take a minute… answer is below!
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I last made these lemon squares back in 1999. Yes, the year I was born! I remember them because they were so ama-zing. I made them for a small dinner party and we ate them all. I’ve been thinking about these lately and wondered if they would still be good to me. Oh, WOW! Less butter and sugar than other recipes yet divine as can be. You’ll want to make this recipe! #perfectforsummer
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Who couldn’t go for this right now? Doesn’t it look divine? Well, let me tell you, this was mine a while back (not recently) and I savored every single sip. It was utter perfection. What is it about coffee that is such a strong pull? The ritual involved in making it, pouring and perfecting (or in this case just sipping!) – the scent of it… for sure! It’s not the caffeine for me because I can’t drink much caffeine.
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Y’all are familiar with the song “Signs, signs, everywhere a sign”. 🎶 These cardinals are quick around here. Spot one, grab your phone and whoosh, off they go! What a blessing. Isn’t this the happiest little guy sitting on a gate? #asign
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This is a fabulous, no-bake dessert that comes together in no time and will taste like it was a lot more work than it actually is! One bowl, a hand mixer, a measuring cup and a spatula and you’re good to go! This is divine – if you take it somewhere, bring a copy of the recipe because people WILL ask!
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The Detroit Institute of Arts is a place to visit where time will go so quickly, you will be “in the zone” the entire time admiring each and every painting, sculpture, artifact and treasure. The talent in one location is mind numbing. Feel fortunate if you’ve visited! Exhibits are ever-changing so pop back often! Can you guess this week’s artist? (Signature erased on image)…
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