I think one of the things I miss most during coronavirus quarantine is dining out. I miss the escape from home and work obligations. I miss having a reason get all dolled up. I miss the ambiance. And (most importantly) I miss not having to cook! Like many of you, my family and I have … Continue Reading

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1. a fresh winter flower arrangement, 2. soft chic slippers, 3. an essential oil diffuser, 4. a pretty velvet journal, 5. holiday-scented candles, 6. a neutral throw blanket Maybe it’s because I’m looking forward to spending lots of relaxation time at home in the coming weeks, but I finding home gifts the easiest to shop … Continue Reading

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Outdoor dining is very important to our family. The backyard is very much an extension of our home and we always look forward to eating outside on warm summer nights. We redid our patio last year and it’s made a marked improvement to our lifestyle. Now I’m thinking about doing a little decorating for alfresco … Continue Reading

It seems like spring is finally here and it might be warm enough to safely plant some new things in my garden. This year I want to add more evergreen plants so things don’t like quite so bare in the wintertime. I recently picked up two camellias and I’m thinking about investing in a Magnolia … Continue Reading