“I only drink Champagne on two occasions, when I am in love and when I am not.” – Coco Chanel (Printable of this quote) Luc Belaire Gold —I mean look at this bottle. Isn’t it beautiful? The crystal-clear glass exhibits the sparkling golden cuvée, while highlighting the embossed foil label. I’m a sucker for beautiful…
Snow Happy
When it snows in North Carolina you take photos and document it. Especially if it is an impromptu surprise snow! Stephen and I were walking and chatting, then all of a sudden soft flurries began to fall. It was very magical.
Crochet Shell Puff Stitch
Since I’m reading twenty classics in 2020, I will have a lot of time on my hands, literally. Most of the books I will be “reading” are from Audible, so that means my hands will be free to finish a few projects. Currently I’m listening to Crime and Punishment and after I finish I will…
An Enchantment of Ravens
No. You surpass us all.” Beside me she looked colorless and frail. “You are like a living rose among wax flowers. We may last forever, but you bloom brighter and smell sweeter, and draw blood with your thorns. Margaret Rogerson, An Enchantment of Ravens I read An Enchantment of Ravens when it was available on…
Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp
I know strawberry and rhubarb season is far away (two months and counting!), but it’s a beautiful dessert that is both pink and red! Fitting for Valentine’s! There are many things I love about the combination of strawberries & rhubarb and one of them is how easy it is to make. Whether it’s a pie…
Why I Disconnected from Social Media in 2019
I enjoy change. It’s weird because I’m not adventurous in most things, however, in early 2019 I began to make a lot of changes. Specifically, in the way I approach social media. Other than a couple of book reviews, and my Bee Stamped Wallpaper blog post I backed away almost completely from social media. In…