Chris and I have lived in our little place in Connestee Falls for six years and the good news is that we are still finding new places to visit. Just when I think I have been to every farm market and produce stand around I Continue reading →
Memories
Did you ever buy something simply because it evoked a memory that was pleasurable? I must admit that I do and recently I did just that. I wanted to get a new duvet cover for our bed. Maksim has made his mark (claws) known on Continue reading →
Tea Skills from Pandemic Revisited
I must admit that 2020 was an interesting year to put it mildly. I feel like we almost had a few months of “normal” and now we are back with the Delta variant raging everywhere. I know several people with “break through” outbreaks. We are Continue reading →
Wild Art – North Carolina Arboretum
As always I am drawn to outdoor art installations and the latest Wild Art installation at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville did not disappoint when we visited several weeks ago. A short walk through the grounds revealed many fabulous sculptures that fit in beautifully Continue reading →
Blooms at the NC Arboretum
A visual post today to share some of the beautiful things blooming at the wonderful NC Arboretum. Continue reading →
Faith Not Fear
One of my favorite verses from the Bible is this one above. It is one that gives me so much comfort during difficult times and right now I feel as if I am in difficult times again. I have seen signs posted during the pandemic Continue reading →
Hold the Line
After my week + of AAUW Book Sale frenzy I happily whiled away some hours doing one of my favorite activities–reading. Chris was gone, the house was quiet, there was nothing that HAD to be done, the dock was ready, so I read and did Continue reading →
Sea Love on Teapot Tuesday
I find the best teapots at Homegoods. I found this one several years ago and love it. Seriously. Where else could you find a sea urchin teapot complete with bumps and barnacles for $9? I love the colors and detail on this one. It even Continue reading →
Comments for a Cause – College Loyalty
Welcome to August 2021!!! Whew. It’s been quite a ride, hasn’t it? But here we are and aren’t we all just so happy to be here? I am thrilled to share that our recipient for Comments for a Cause for the month of July sparked Continue reading →
Grandma Bonnie’s Zucchini Muffins
It’s zucchini overload time and thanks to a generous neighbor I have found myself the recipient of several. I am not a lover of zucchini other than using it in breads, muffins and cakes. So grate it up and make a batch of something yummy Continue reading →