Fearless Friday, Mailbox
I painted this door with a mailbox for World Watercolor Month, for the daily prompt “texture” This photo was my model With the stone, old wood, metal mailbox and climbing ivy, there was a lot of textures going on here I sketched the location of the … Continue reading
Tablescapes, Tropical Island Buffet
Now that the 4th of July is in the rear view mirror, I decided to have some tropical fun 🌴 The kitchen island shed it’s red, white, and blue and was redecorated with a tropical hue A tiered tray holds … Continue reading
Views from the Porch, July
Since I am lucky enough to be staying at home at the beach house, I am sharing some views from the porch today You never know what is going to float by! Boats of all shapes and sizes, parasail 🪂 … Continue reading
Take-out Tuesday, Summer Peach Spinach Salad
Last week was so much fun, I had an active group at the beach house for 10 days! Everyone pitched in with the cooking, clean-up and menu planning We didn’t do anything fancy, just had fresh, good food One night I threw some chopped ripe peaches into a bowl of torn fresh spinach, crisp romaine … Continue reading
Tablescapes, Sunflowers, Fish and a Birthday!
“Hey Gigi, do you want to play Barbie’s with me?” CC asked “Hmmm…you know what, Mr. Rex is coming to dinner tonight His birthday is in a few days, why don’t we set a special table…” “Ohhh, that would be fun, I love to decorate!!” she said “Mr. Rex loves … Continue reading
Fearless Friday, “Quiet Time”
This painting was inspired by one of the daily prompts from World Watercolor Month “quiet time” It is really fun to interpret the prompts and find a subject you want to paint Looking through photos on Pixabay this book stack topped with a bloom caught my eye… Reading is perfect … Continue reading
Recipe Box, BBQ Chicken & Ham Linguini
A make ahead casserole is my go to for busy days, one that can be prepped early in the day, or even the day before, and popped in the oven for an effortless dinner One of my favorites is Blue Ribbon Chicken Gratin so named because it’s worthy of a blue ribbon 🏅 Last week, … Continue reading
Party Panache, Sunshine Pineapple Bacon Dip or Spread
We had a festive 4th of July weekend with fireworks and a boat parade And we snacked on this super easy delicious dip Pineapple, cream cheese & chives, sour cream, bacon and 3 cheeses It’s a flavor explosion in your mouth! It’s also so simple to assemble on a busy summer day Combine the drained … Continue reading
Take-out Tuesday, Peach Mini Muffins with Almond Glaze
Here’s a perfect summer breakfast bite Little muffins full of fresh peaches and topped with a sweet almond glaze Fresh summer peaches are a favorite treat around here Perfect for little fingers and fishermen alike! They are topped with a cinnamon sugar butter crumb topping before baking Combine cold butter pieces with the cinnamon, flour … Continue reading
Holidays, Happy Birthday USA!
🇺🇸 Happy birthday USA! 🇺🇸 So many events have been cancelled this year Yesterday morning didn’t seem right without our annual community 4th of July parade But with family together at the beach house We are enjoying life’s little pleasures … Continue reading
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