Is anyone else noticing an increase in rude behavior in the world? This past weekend we were at our cabin in the mountains for Labor Day. It is a wonderful community and has been for as long as we’ve owned a cabin there. On Saturday night, there was an outdoor concert at the clubhouse. It…
After wonderful monsoon weather and a nearly dead garden, I am so excited to get the beds ready for Fall planting. Here is my September Garden Guide for zone 9b. The only problem lately is the influx of mosquitos resulting from all the rain. And those nasty little fellas just love biting me. But I…
Happy Saturday, friends! I am trying to get back into the swing of things after being in Washington, D.C. for a week helping my son move. Whenever I get the opportunity to spend time with my adult children, I am ready, willing and able! So grab a cup of coffee or tea, and let’s chat…
So many people are posting fall items now, but quite honestly, it’s hard to think of autumn when it is over 100 degrees. Inspired by this dilemma of a hot summer but longing for cooler temperatures, here are two seasonal tablescapes, utilizing some of the same elements, but creating two totally different vibes. There are…
I find it interesting the different ways people pack for airline travel. When I was working in corporate America, I traveled 92% of the time. Packing and unpacking, staying in different hotels in numerous cities, made me very efficient living out of my roller bag. And because of that, I did learn a great deal…