Posts in Collecting
I'm In Love (With A Flamingo)!!!

So…in all honesty, I have a thing for birds. Most all birds but especially FLAMINGOS! I mean, what’s not to love about flamingos? They are so graceful & such a gorgeous color, right? You typically see them in groups (flamboyance) so they make quiet the color splash.

Flamingo’s symbolism & meaning include: beauty, balance, potential and romance. In some cultures, pink flamingos are seen as a symbol of good luck. Who can’t use more of ALL of those things?

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A Few Of My Favorite Entertaining/Cookbooks (and great gifts too) 🎁

I’ve collected cookbooks & entertaining books for YEARS! I love turning to them just like old friends whenever I’m planning a family or friends get together. Even if I have a pretty clear idea of what my menu & theme will be (OH…I DO LOVE A GOOD THEME PARTY), I still like flipping through for inspiration and to see if there are any ideas or recipes I can mix in.

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Orchids...What I Know & Why I Love Them

I’m often asked how I get my orchids to do so well. I wish I had a clear cut answer to this question every time someone asked me. It’s a very organic way of care for me. I’m always more than happy to share what works for me but I think it’s a try as you go type thing. There are lots of variables to consider (which we’ll get into a bit later).

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The Thrill of the Hunt

I first wandered into my local (very) small town antique shop when I was just a little girl. Like, seriously…in elementary school, maybe 4th or 5th grade. Maybe 3rd grade now that I think about it. I was all by myself on a mission to find something really special for my mother’s birthday. It was summer so usually I would’ve been roaming around town with one or more of my girlfriends, going to The Donut Shop then on to Sterling’s. Not sure if anyone else except our little town had a Sterling’s but it was like today’s version of a Target. Only about a quarter

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