Inspiration: Random Acts of Beauty

My neighbor snipped off this fragrant and beautiful lilac for me as we paused to talk along the side of the road. A simple, random act of beauty. … ** Read more **

20 Little Happy Things to Celebrate in Life {Including a $100 Gift Certificate!}

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Between the stinky economy and swine flu pandemic, I'd say things are looking a little dismal out there! Good grief! So what can we do to keep ourselves inspired to find the beauty in life? You know me, I like to celebrate the little things! When … ** Read more **

Sweet Escapes: 6 Tips to Create The Life You’ve Always Dreamed Of

I am like a sponge (a sea sponge?) these days for anything coastal. It embodies everything I love: a simple life, the promise of warm breezes on a summer day, fresh air filling my lungs, a lazy summer day with nothing to do but collect shells and nap … ** Read more **

Inspiring Finds for a Beautiful Life

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Loved this kitchen makeover from The Lettered Cottage! The bin things on the wall came from Home Goods, love that place! I love the texture of the succulents with the white milk glass, a beautiful and frugal idea from Nesting Place. This was … ** Read more **

The Disconnect Challenge: Revisited

Quite a few of my friends are discussing that old familiar feeling of overload and over-connectedness. People I know, and even more I don't know, have shared they are shutting down their blogs or quitting their blog visits, taking a break from the … ** Read more **

5 Lovely Ideas for Adding Ambience
& Cheer to Your Life

1. Give yourself a bouquet. It is cheaper than therapy (and definitely less than a new sofa).   2. Paint the back of a shelf a cheery new color! You'll be happy every time you see it! 3. Add some lively fabric or wallpaper to a … ** Read more **