This past week was the kids’ spring break so I decided to drag the family to the Virginia coast for a little rest and relaxation getaway. We headed to First Landing State Park and rented a cozy cabin nestled in the woods. Considering this destination is less than an hour from our home, I’m not sure why we hadn’t taken advantage of it before now. But on the drive home we promised to head back over the summer on a […]
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Can you feel it? The birds are chirping, the sun is shining, and the people are smiling! Ahh … Spring is in the air. And it has made its way into our little cottage.
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Salutations! The sun has been shining a little more around here and we have been getting reacquainted with our garden! I am afraid our fair weather friend has been somewhat neglected! The red camellia has bloomed and I am anxiously awaiting for more plants to show off their Spring color.
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Paisley and I had a little photo shoot today, and she can really strike a pose. Could the catwalk be next? She does seem to be wondering how she managed to end up on top of the chair, and without a pillow or blanket no less!
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I’m lightening things up for Spring with warm whites, red camellias from the garden, and a vintage crochet throw. The sofa is wearing all neutrals with white and taupe pillows and an ivory crochet throw, apparently she needed a little break from blue. I’ve been noticing more all white rooms on Pinterest and I want in!
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The Daffodils are starting to bloom in our garden. We don’t have many yet — your actually looking at all the flowers that have bloomed so far. Yep, I picked them all. I have no self-control … I can’t help myself. It looks like there are many more on the way though.
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She’s here! The sweetest, dreamiest little bundle of fluff, and she is so charming. I hope she doesn’t mind being photographed because there’s no getting out of it around here. Meet Paisley, our 12 week old salt and pepper miniature schnauzer. She has made our home feel lighter in a way. She is soft, gentle, and sweet!
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Bringing the outdoors in… I brought in these chippy clay pots from the back garden after I finished painting and distressing the dining table. I think they are going to be so fun to have in the dining room, with these violas, maybe paper whites at Christmastime, or cut flowers when the garden starts to bloom. These violas will love it inside until it warms up some outdoors. Until then, the dining room is smelling delicious. Violas can thrive in […]
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