winding down with a vintage fan and coffee for one

The holiday is over, everyone is back to work and back to school.  The late breakfasts, long lazy days, and champagne suppers have all come to an end.  I’m only joking about the champagne suppers!  It usually takes us a couple of days to get into the groove of  being altogether 24/7 under one roof.  But once we get into the jive of things I think we could go on like that for quite a while. Usually about the time […]

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the Virginia coast

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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warm whites, camellias from the garden, and a vintage crochet throw

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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puppy love

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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