A Single Pretty

This is so pretty it can stand all on its own!  I'll meet you there.  :)

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Enjoy your Sunday!

Sunday Lovelies

Hi All!  Hope you're having a great weekend.  For your enjoyment, here are a few lovely spots that I thought were heavenly...

Did anything capture your attention?

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Gardens, Patios & More

Hi Everyone!  Hope you're having a great weekend.  We are headed off to a little family reunion on a nearby island - I'm excited to see family and also explore a different corner of the Seattle area.  I love being a tourist in my own city!

We are expecting lovely weekend weather, but I know the Seattle rain is right around the corner.  That has made me want to make sure we soak up every ounce of sunshine while we can!  I'd be happy to spend an afternoon in any of these - see what you think:

An urban oasis (Julianne Moore's to be precise)

Elegant Mediterranean luxury....

Zen-like relaxation.

Ralph Lauren style...

Italia.

A great place for a stroll!  

There is something very peaceful about tiny gravel crunching under one's feet.

A little gallery walk.  Wow.

Love that great sculpture and the manicured greenery!

Stunning.

This brings back great memories of European adventures.

I saved the simplest - and best - for last.  

Mother Nature took care of all the design on this one!

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Delish!

I don't usually post recipes here, but I had to share a few of these - they are just too good not to!  Bon Appetit!

Watermelon Lime Frosty - right up my alley!

Waffle hashbrowns - I haven't tried these yet but look sinful and yummy.



If you love a Caprese Salad as much as I do, this is the "burger" for you.

With the kids out of school, fun and playful eats are top of mind!

Coffee ice cubes - freeze leftover coffee for a yummy afternoon refresher.

Crispy brussel sprouts - perfect for a BBQ or a fall feast.

I threw these together last week for dinner and I'd highly recommend them.

Crispy edamame - mmmmmm....

I didn't start this post by saying these recipes would be healthy...

The secret to these is butter-dipped marshmallows inside...divine!

S'mores dip.  I've died and gone to heaven.

I'm loving this rustic presentation of a great combo.

Fresh tomato lasagna - ideal for August tomatoes!

What are you hungry for?  :)

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Al Fresco

For me there is nothing better in summer than a fantastic dinner with friends or family al fresco - soothing weather, a relaxed vibe, great food and wine...  These are some spots where I'd love to do just that!

Do those men even know how lucky they are????

Where do you want to dine tonight?

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Charming Courtyards Part I

I have posted about courtyards before but I have more to show you, so I'll be doing a few posts over the next several days to share them with you.  Enjoy the romance of these cozy, yet elegant, spots.  I can't resist them!





Love that gorgeous brickwork!

Lush, with elegant brickwork and a water feature?  Amazing.

Spanish Style works for me too!

This brings back good memories of trips to Spain and Italy, where courtyards are a must to escape that sizzling heat.

Inviting in the best possible way!

I hope you enjoyed these.  More coming soon!

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