Belle View House Plan (153140) by Allison Ramsey Architects!

Beautiful house with large front porch dormer windows on second floor and side porch
Belle View 153140 House Plan by Allison Ramsey Architects

Who doesn’t love a great porch? This plan has exactly that – I love the side porch on the right, so wonderful! The good thing with (at least most) of these plans is that the architect(s) will customize them for you. Tell them your dreams and watch their creativity in action. #howexciting

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A Fabulous & Quick Chicken Stir Fry!

stir fry with white rice, broccoli florets, napa cabbage, bok choy and snow peas in a pretty bowl

Is there anything more comforting than a quick stir fry, with crunchy veggies that melt your heart? I think not. This was quick, and so good, especially with the already washed stir fry veg bag from Trader Joe’s (and the rice too!) I would like this dish just as much with no chicken. The veggies were that good!

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Heads Up, SC – No Hand-Held Devices Starting Sept. 1, 2025!

highway sign, no hand-held devices starting sept 1, new law

Head’s up in case you haven’t seen the signs regarding a new law going into effect in South Carolina. Beginning September 1, No Hand-Held Devices… What does this mean exactly? What do you think about it? See the details below. It’s called the Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Law and it begins a week from today, Monday, September 1, 2025.

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A Place to Stop and Take A Breath!

long dock, cloudy blue sky, marsh, water

Now this is a beautiful place to stop and take a breath. Look around, take a walk, grab some seafood to take home and cook or stop at one of the restaurants. You definitely have options. The ability to walk to the end of this fabulous dock, talk to people fishing, etc and hang out at the end watching boat, kayakers, etc. It’s so lovely. A must see for sure.

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Happy Anniversary To The Love Of My Life!

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Time flies. You may have read these words of mine before but the older I get the more I mean it. I am so thankful to have met my husband all those years ago (over 3 decades). We’ve hit milestones together and been there for each other every step of the way. Frederick, here’s to the next 3+++ decades of life with you!!

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Cooking Eggs in a Cast Iron Skillet! Who knew it was so easy?

cast iron skillet with two cracked eggs

My first thought was why did I wait so long? I bought the (Lodge) cast iron skillet probably 5+ years ago. Never used it. Didn’t want something fussy to deal with. So I waited. Waited until I had a piece of meat with fat (rare) to “season” the (seasoned) pan. My Caraway nonstick skillet is no longer nonstick, despite meticulous care. So…

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Guess the Artist #44 | Detroit Institute of Arts!

painting of a mountain

Guess the artist! Do you recognize the work by this popular artist? I took this image at the Detroit Institute of Arts a few years ago. Heavenly place to visit – if you ever get a chance to pop in, I cannot recommend it enough! If you’re wondering where the location of the subject of this painting is, read on for details from DIA.org! Answer below…

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James Island – Marsh View, Charleston, SC

Another photo taken on James Island a few weeks ago. It’s so hard to drive by beautiful scenes without shouting STOP, ha ha… I love the reflections in the water, the dead branch which makes everything else seem so alive. Just beautiful! This isn’t far from where we live. Thankful to have the luxury of walking to beautiful spots – a lot of photos to be had!

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Stormy Skies and Cooler Temps (Last Week) = Heavenly!

dark stormy sky, intracoastal waterway no boats, side of bridge with sunshine

Charleston, SC had a spell of very hot and humid weather (well, most of the country did, didn’t they?) so when we had a front blow in and block the sun, give us wonderful rain for the plants, flowers, trees, etc. and lower the temps to what we haven’t felt since April/Early May – it was the weather that dreams are made of. #iloveclouds

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Homemade Pimiento Cheese – EASY!

homemade pimiento cheese in a glass bowl

I think it’s safe to say that I will never be a food blogger – internet sensation – or whatever you want to call it. I cook, I bake, I make delicious food, but we’re waiting to eat and as soon as it’s made *poof* and then I think… PHOTO! 😬 This was so easy and so delicious I’m still trying to wrap my head around it. My only tool was a box grater and a hand mixer (stand mixer is fine, but I didn’t want to drag mine out).

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Book Review: Every Summer After by Carley Fortune!

Book cover, Every Summer After by author Carley Fortune.

I like that I was drawn into this book from page one. There weren’t too many characters. Some were likable, and some (by design) were less likable.. I started this book and ordered her next two. I’m interested to see how the stories unfold. Great summer reading. So grab a book, and an iced tea and immerse yourself in fiction! Reading is so good – like meditation of sorts.

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Guess the Artist #43 | Detroit Institute of Arts!

On our last trip to Michigan we were able to visit the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA), one of the most incredible places to visit. I remember visiting as a kid and it held such wonder for me, from the massive murals by Diego Rivera to the fine paintings – not to mention the mummy which was my favorite room. I just couldn’t believe what I was seeing and how old it was. Incredible. Ok, time to guess the artist – one hint, it’s a toughie.

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