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Peaceful, Easy Feeling
This is my pond. It gives me so much joy. Last weekend I wanted to clean it and the fountain was sluggish. I needed to get it moving so there would be enough air for my fish. I felt it necessary that I go IN the pond. It was a sight to see! I had goggles [...]
Design Tip-Decorative Trays
Who doesn’t need a drink on a beautiful tray? When I saw these deep purple lacquered trays with elephants, I about fell over! So sleek and cool (in my humble opinion). Kids are back in school, things SHOULD slow down a little, so have some friends over, “prissy” up the tray and make everyone feel [...]
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Where have I been?
I just went to Zia Taqueria and what I want to know is where have I been? Que Bueno! It was so good! So I have to come from Mt. Pleasant. Big deal. It was really good and the margarita is not just the nasty mix you get at so many places. Go for the [...]
Way Over Due
I can’t believe it has taken me this long but I finally pulled the long garden table out to have dinner looking over the top of the hill, across the marsh and water. I had a dinner party in mind. I have had a dinner party in mind on that hill for years…12 to be [...]
Bergamo Fabrics
We just received some fabulous Bergamo fabrics. They are some of the world’s most exclusive silks, damasks, wovens, linens and prints. Bergamo’s collections are perfect for both residential and contract applications. Our favorites are below.
Photos courtesy of Rubelli
The things you’ll do…
It’s incredible what the love of your children can make you do. Tonight I sit in a parking lot, in an old beach chair, and it is 12am! I am here seeing Eclipse. Who cares about vampires anyway? It’s fun watching my 12 year old and her friend try and fight being sleepy. I am [...]
Paper Skyscraper
It’s really hot outside and everybody needs a smile and a laugh or just a really good summer book to read. I took my girls to Charlotte this past weekend for some “girl time.” We went to the mall, which is great as always, and ate at P.F. Changs, where the lettuce wraps are a [...]
Design Tip-Stylish Valances
The June issue of House Beautiful features the interior design magic of Jim Howard. The article describes his style as “that barefoot-in-cashmere feeling, all year round.” Jim also includes some great examples of stylish valances.
Sweet Baby James
James Taylor’s voice is a summer evening with the stars bright and just a little humidity so the tones hang in the air. Here I am sitting in great seats looking down at James and Carole King. I am in Charlotte with my sisters and one of my best friends by my side. Life is [...]
