July 13, 2009

Come snoop around this
cottage on the lake!

I know it is only Tuesday, but I could use a little weekend escape right now. Let's go on another road trip to an idyllic vacation spot! Just look at this dreamy setting! The water, the trees ... Add in a charming home and you have the … ** Read more **

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June 30, 2009

Dreamy Escape in Nova Scotia

Last week in blogland I met a kindred spirit who has been lovingly renovating a beautiful 130 year old home in Nova Scotia! I smile thinking about Tamara scraping off yucky old wallpaper at the same time I was doing the same at my old house in … ** Read more **

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June 16, 2009

A Love of White Cottages

Be still my heart! How I love a white cottage! I've shared several white cottages on this blog, including this lovely and this white farmhouse beauty. Oh, how I adore a wrap around porch ... DREAMY! Can you imagine sitting out there in the … ** Read more **

Posted in Authentic Living, Decorating Inspiration, exteriors, Gardens & Outdoor Rooms, Inspired Living
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May 13, 2009

Entrances & Gates: Curb Appeal Gates!

iron gate and wood pergola entry

Curb Appeal Gates On Mother's Day we did a little mini drive by over on Bainbridge Island. I didn't get a glimpse of the house, but I wanted to show you this gate. It is a happy & sad gate...one side is happy, the other is sad! Maybe that … ** Read more **

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March 29, 2009

A Drive by: Gig Harbor Edition

One of the great things about moving to a new area is I have new territory to explore for my drive bys! I love spotting a charming place, I get so excited! But, since I no longer live in familiar territory, it is a bit harder for me to find these … ** Read more **

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March 14, 2009

Where have you been all my life?
A one house drive by

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Be still my heart. Timber Frame House ___ for more of my drive bys, click here! This house is in Washington. … ** Read more **

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