Though I love the family gatherings, and the gift giving, it’s appropriate to remember what Christmas is about. Have a joyous Christmas. And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the […]
A Christmas Vignette
Charles and I do not have a traditional singular Christmas tree. Instead, I decorate the house with many small trees, wreaths, boughs, etc. Items that occupy a shelf all year, take on a new and festive look when decorated with a sprig of pine, holly or cranberries. This photo is a simple serving tray, filled […]
More Christmas Greens
Our little cottage on the pond has seating for two, in every room in the house. Charles and I can grab a cup of coffee, dinner or a dessert and take in a different view with every seating. The view is constantly changing, not just outside with the seasons, but also with the interior decorating. […]
Summer Goodness in Montana, Massachusetts
Though the weather says it has been summer for weeks, the fact that Charles and I still work for a living sometimes affects how much of it we can savor. This week we are on vacation. We seldom go away. It’s not that we don’t like going away, it’s that our home is a getaway. […]
Independence Day – July 4, 2012
If you’ve been a decorating buff for any period of time you have seen the “flag theme” overdone as an interior color scheme. Oftentimes the red, white and blue decor and accessories come off as corny or schmalzy. We fly the flag frequently on our house, but the buntings only appear for holidays. July Fourth is […]
Happy Birthday Suzanne
Today is Suzanne’s birthday. Happy Birthday Sweetie! I am sneaking this post into her website to wish her a very Happy Birthday, and to let everyone else know to send her birthday greetings. I will not reveal her age because I would like to live to have another birthday of my own. Regards, Charles