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Coming Up Roses

Posted in Flowers, Garden, Home and Garden, tagged , , , on July 10, 2014| Leave a Comment »

Between a wet spring and cooler temps (although it’s been hovering right around 100 this week), my roses have bloomed profusely and beautifully.

I snapped a few photos of them the other day and thought I’d share.

Mini roses in vaseSome minis I brought in the house. Love their delicate little blooms!

 

Rose Double Delight bud

Rose Double DelightThis rose is Double Delight. Not only is it a vibrant color, it has the best scent. It’s one of my all-time favorites.

 

Roses Hot pink Bud

 

Roses Pale Pink Bud 2

 

Roses Yellow bloom

Roses Yellow BudFor whatever reason, yellow roses always remind me of my grandpa.  That’s probably why I’m particularly fond of this rose.

She Who Needs to Take More Time to Stop and Smell the Roses

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New Homeowner Humor

Posted in Entertaining at Home, Entertaining Ideas, Home and Garden, Home Decor, tagged , , , , on July 1, 2014| 1 Comment »

TFM Removals created a fun and humorous list of 25 signs that you’re a new homeowner.

They shared some of that humor with us today in a little excerpt from their list.

If you’re a new homeowner or thinking about moving, check this out for a laugh or two:

 

 

  • You are permanently wearing “eau de emulsion”

    You are permanently wearing eau de emulsion

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    You can’t seem to shake the smell of paint, your whole new pad smells of it and now you do too. Forget about Chanel No. 5, for the next 2 weeks you’ll be rocking Dulux Sunset Apricot.

 

Pop on over to their website for the entire list!

 

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Memorial Day BBQ Tips

Posted in Entertaining at Home, Holidays, Home and Garden, tagged , , , on May 22, 2014| Leave a Comment »

barbecue tips

Since Memorial Day weekend is almost upon us. Here are some good barbecue tips I’ve shared before, but bear repeating.

condiment rules

And no cook-out would be complete without following the 10 Rules of Condiments!

Whatever you do this holiday weekend, have fun and be safe!

She Who Needs to Host a Gathering

 

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Tulip Time

Posted in Entertaining at Home, Flowers, Home and Garden, tagged , , , , on May 7, 2014| Leave a Comment »

tulip orange tulip pink stripe

During the long, dreary months of winter, I somehow always forget how much joy I find in my tulips each spring.

tulip yellow

I love their cheery little heads that burst forth in brilliant colors.

tulips lavenderAlong with the softer pastel hues.

tulip orangeAlthough I think these fiery beauties…

Tulip multi orangeMight just be my favorites this year.

She Who Loves Tulips

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