Happy day

Just a few quick photos in celebration of cooler temps, which have once again made enjoying the outdoors possible.

First peonies of the season

They’re beginning to bloom here in the Pennsylvania Wilds. I clipped them this morning…. enjoyed them throughout the day… … and well into the evening. I think flowers—even simple flowers—add so much.  

Spring color boost

This is what’s happening outside right now: The azaleas are blooming! I love their bright poppy coral color, so I thought I’d bring some of it inside to give my dining room (and me!) a ...

Taylor’s Farm Market Visit

I know it’s hard to believe, but there was no rain this weekend! It was absolutely gorgeous this past Saturday, so I was inspired to tackle my patio beautification project. The first order of business ...

Backyard “before” pics (and I really mean “before,” as in I have a lot of work to do…)

It’s suddenly super hot and humid, and the weather is weird! We have a severe thunderstorm watch on right now, so I rushed out to take these photos with bandito in tow before the rain ...

A cure for the rainy-day blues

I know I haven’t written a post in a while. I think all the rain we’ve had put me into a little bit of a funk. But those of you who know me well know ...

Think spring—and David Austin roses

We’re now entering into the second week of March. Shouldn’t spring and summer be right around the corner? Well, maybe not quite yet here in Northwestern PA.

I awoke this morning to this…