From My Heart to Yours: A Re-introduction
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From My Heart to Yours: A Re-introduction

Hello and welcome! Whether you’ve just joined me or you’ve been here from the beginning, I thought it might be time to (re)introduce myself and share a little more about the heart behind Life at Bella Terra. I’m Mary Crozier, and I write from a historic home in Phoenix that’s full of creaky charm, evolving projects,…

Saturday Meanderings
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Saturday Meanderings

Oh my! It feels like ages since I have posted on my blog. We are close to the official start of summer 2025 (June 20th) and temperatures are definitely rising in Phoenix. I am so happy to be back and sharing all the good things from the last few weeks. Grab your favorite beverage and…

A Meaningful Memorial Day: Tablescapes, Decor and Delicious Inspiration
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A Meaningful Memorial Day: Tablescapes, Decor and Delicious Inspiration

Memorial Day is just around the corner! This holiday conjures up so many beginning-of-summer memories for me. Growing up in Connecticut, the end of May marked the start of better, warmer weather with longer days, a fashion thumbs up to wear white, our town’s Memorial Day parade and the end of school. Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, but more importantly, it’s a day of remembrance—for honoring those who gave their lives in service to our country. Whether you’re hosting a backyard gathering, a picnic, or a dinner at home, incorporating thoughtful, patriotic details into your tablescape, decor, and food can help set the tone for a day that’s both celebratory and respectful. Tablescape Ideas:…

Inspiration for your Easter weekend
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Inspiration for your Easter weekend

Can you believe Easter is this coming Sunday? I don’t know if it is because Easter is so much later than last year, but I can say I’m not very prepared. Finally I am starting my holiday focus. Will you be hosting friends and family for dinner? We are expecting about 10 for an Easter…

Saturday Meanderings
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Saturday Meanderings

Happy day after Valentine’s Day. Did you do anything special? Other than wear a “Love” t-shirt, socks with red hearts, and doing a property walkabout with my husband, it is a regular day for us. I hope you read my post this week about the love story of our home. Certainly a fun trip down…