Some flowers I picked up to bring some Spring into my living room It’s the first day of Spring, officially finally. It’s sure seemed like spring around here lately with our warmer-than-normal weather. Today here in Seattle it’s a bit cloudy with some raindrops. Cherry blossoms are falling off my tree at random moments. I…
Freshening up my bathroom with fresh freesia My two guest bathrooms really got a lot of use over the holidays, with extra guests and visitors and houseguests. Time to freshen them up – not only cleaning and sanitizing, but making them look pretty and part of a welcoming home. QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Are…
The first snow drops have arrived in my yard! Spring is surely arriving soon – these snow drops give me hope. Meanwhile, I’m greeting spring in my own home. I’m putting away the red-and-white decorations (candles, tablecloths, placemats, fluffy throws, decor, pillows) I had up for Valentine’s Day. I’ll replace them with my pastel pink,…
My outdoor living room, made from indoor-outdoor furniture I borrowed from my breakfast nook. Doesn’t it look inviting? I’ve added an outdoor living room to my outdoor office. This is where I sit to read magazines, browse catalogs, text people, and drink tea while watching my dogs play. I try not to do any work…
Still enjoying my fuchsia Gerbera Daisies QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Make plans for your Memorial Day Weekend, if you haven’t already. Today would be a great day to shop for Memorial Day weekend supplies (hotdogs and buns, potato salad, corn, watermelon, marshmallows and graham crackers, sunscreen, beer?) because stores will be crowded on Friday…
QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Do you have bags of books or clothing for charity? Put them in your trunk today and drop them off while you’re out doing errands. Make menu plans for the week ahead; create grocery shopping list Fridge and freezer maintenance – Clean one drawer, one shelf, or two door shelves…
The palest pink spring tulips I could find, now gracing my mantel QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Do you have bags of books or clothing for charity? Put them in your trunk today and drop them off while you’re out doing errands. Get your errands done early today so you can relax and enjoy the…
Even though it’s still a bit cold out (41 degrees), we have a bit of sunshine here in Seattle. I’m glad to see it! Today I’m mostly resting around home, doing a few things but also reading books and magazines, visiting with the neighbors, and making phone calls. I’m glad I don’t have anywhere to…
QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: – Grocery stores in many areas now have tulips and daffodils available. If you like spring flowers, pick yourself up some. You can generally get a bouquet of several tulips for less than $7 and daffodils for less than $4. It will bring a little early feeling of spring to…
Wilton Christmas Tree Silicone Pan. I’ll be using this the first week of December to bake holiday treats to drop off at friends’ and neighbor’s houses. QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: – Need to give yourself a quick manicure so your hands look nice for the holiday? I need to, I don’t want to show…