Plate Addict

A Collector’s Passion

Gracious me….yes, I am still here. I’ve had one of those ‘lightbulb over the head’ kind of moments and I am moving the house around again. It is a good thing my husband loves me. I think I do try his patience a bit because I am in some respects….a changer of things. I think you see your things all over again when they are moved. This is sane thinking…is it not? Ha….ha.   If not, don’t tell me….just let me go on my merry way. (*wink*)

I am fast becoming a plate addict…yikes and wanted to show you the new plates I found to add to my living room mantel….for now, that is! Aren’t they pretty? They give me the English Garden feel I so dearly love.

I hope you all have a wonderful Memorial Day. Stay safe and enjoy your loved ones. Will chat soon.

Hugs, Barb

Changing and Moving

A Fun Time of Puttering in the House

This is a ‘changing and moving things’ around kind of day for me. I like to do this on a regular basis because it helps me to ‘see’ my things again. Okay….I admit to being slightly different. Ha!   

Burning a yummy scented candle is always part of the package for me.

I’m starting in the kitchen….that is where most of the workload will be. I know it will feel so good when everything is back to spic and span again. Yes!

These little fish dishes don’t really have anything to do with my post but I thought you would like seeing them. I found them in Pier 1. Aren’t they the cutest little things? Hey….it doesn’t take much to excite me at all. I have always said life is about the small things.

Hope you have a wonderful day. Thinking of you!

Blessings, Barb

A Little Tray of Treats

 A Special Time for the Two of Us

   

My tabletop vignette is on a bench this week.  Please visit Marty’s blog at A Stroll Thru Life for a list of all the participants. Thanks for hosting this fun event, Marty.

My husband and I often take a glass of white wine and some fruit to the porch after dinner during this time of the year. The fresh fruit is much more healthy than a full blown dessert and this gives us time to sit and relax and talk about our day.

I love sharing little parts of my life with you. I do hope you all are well and enjoying this beautiful weather.

Barb

Beautiful Blue

The Soothing Qualities of Blue and White

   Okay…I have everything done that I need to do for today…so I am on my way to the porch with a favorite magazine and a cup of cinnamon tea. Yes, it is warm outside but I will turn on the ceiling fan and pretend it is not. Ha!!

There’s nothing like a cup of tea to soothe my spirit.

I am going to treat myself to a shortbread cookie……my favorite. Shhhhh, don’t tell anyone.

I wait every year for the Victoria blue and white issue. Look at that cover! Pure bliss!

I hope you are having a wonderful day!

I am linking to Blue Monday hosted by Sally at Smiling Sally. Please visit her blog for a list of participants. Thanks for hosting Sally!!

Blessings, Barb

New Rooster Plates

Just the Right Touch

 

Wooooohooooo, look at the great Rooster Plates I found today. The colors are so soft and they are perfect in our living room…for now! I bought enough to actually use for dinner, too. Ha. Can a girl ever have enough rooster plates?!

Hope you are having a great weekend ♥

Hugs, Barb

Sweet Weekend

Hope You Have a Great One

I hope you have a sweet weekend…filled with all kinds of wonderful things. We’re off for a long ride in the country; one of my favorite things to do. Hope I see some little shops along the way. Yay!

Hugs & smiles, Barb

Laugh Often

It is Truly the Best Medicine 

I have an antique table in our family room with a tray on it that says…’laugh often.’ I purchased this tray sometime ago and never much thought about it. (I adore trays and and have them everywhere) Suddenly, this tray just starting calling out to me…..not so much the tray as what it was saying. Do you laugh often?  

I haven’t been feeling well lately so I decided to start laughing more…..yes, I am going somewhere with this. Heeee! I put in some Britcom DVD’s I purchased from Amazon.com and I have laughed my head off for the last five days….I truly believe this is the reason I am beginning to feel better even though I have had some serious sinus issues. I love, love British comedy….it just totally appeals to me.

 

Start laughing….you may be surprised that you haven’t done it for a while and how it makes you feel.

Thank you for all the lovely comments/emails about my sinus/cold problems. I do so appreciate all of you and your unending thoughtfulness. How special you are! 

Barb

Cough…..Cough, Sneeze…..Sneeze

Life in the Stuffy Lane

Hello Friends,  just touching base with my buddies. I have a cold mixed with allergy problems so I am a stuffed up mess! (still smiling though) I’m going to take a few days off  and try and get some rest and stay off the computer, if possible. I am quite addicted……accckkkkk!

 

  I was going to take a pic of the ugly medicine bottles (holding the things I am taking)  but decided to leave you with these pretties instead. Have a happy and blessed week. Thinking of you all.

Hugs, Barb

In the Dining Room

A Soothing and Pretty Vignette 

I had to laugh at myself when I was taking these pictures…..the old Barb would have had a dozen things on this sideboard. My vignettes are much more ‘easy-going’ these days. Here I have a calming display that makes me smile every time I see it.    

This Mary Engelbreit book is one of my favorites.

I’m sorry I haven’t been around much lately. The weather in Florida is deliciously perfect and I am spending every moment I can on the porch and in the garden. The heat will be soon coming and then I won’t be outside at all. :-(

Thanks so much for coming by and visiting with me!

Barb

Lovely Weekend

Sending My Best Wishes

I hope you have a lovely weekend and a totally happy Mother’s Day!

Hugs, Barb

Recipe Hunt

In the Mood for Some New Dishes

I think I am in a bit of a rut with my dinner menus these days…so I have decided to set aside the bulk of today and dig out some new recipes. I try and do this several times a year. I love new recipes and they keep our stomachs and me from getting bored. :-)    

I have scores of cookbooks as I am an avid collector. Notice which book is on top and the first one I will go through! Ha….a dessert book. What else?

I want lots of comfort food recipes and light salads…with summer coming on. I love foods that I can serve on the porch.

Now, you know what I will be doing all day. Hope your day is productive and happy!

Barb

Changing Out the Den Mantel

Mantels are My Favorite Areas to Decorate  

Hi all….I am playing in my house today…one of my favorite things to do! And, mantels are my favorite thing to play around with. I just love them and we are blessed to have several in our sweet, old cottage.   

I am really into ‘greens’ this spring….all shades. They make me feel so alive and happy!

Did you see my little green birds? I love birds and have little sets of them everywhere in our home. I’m sure happy you stopped by today. It is always great to see you.

I am linking to Table Top Tuesday hosted by Marty at A Stroll Thru Life. Please visit her lovely blog for a list of participants and all the eye-candy you can take in.

Blessings, Barb

Believe

Resting in My Faith

I have a small problem that I am trying to decide how to handle…..I feel at my wit’s end with it. I am sitting at my computer journaling and trying to find a solution. I remove my hands from the keyboard, sink back into my chair and look up. Guess what I see……the sign you see above. It has been there for months but I did not see it….until today.

I wanted to share this with you….my blogger buddies.  Somehow, I feel better. I know the solution is no longer in my hands.

Grateful, Barb