I am so honored to be nominated for this award by, Mary Ann! I am a new blogger (just started in October 2010) and extremely grateful to have met so many wonderful bloggers out there! This journey has truly been one of the best gifts in my life. The fact that I can share my love of…
Coastal Living
Simply Delicious Coastal Recipes
Now that I am the big 4-0, I’m really on the lookout for great recipes that are low-fat and give me the energy I need to complete my half marathon that’s coming up. These recipes were found at Coastal Living. Grilled Shrimp with Asian Barbecue Sauce Yield: Makes 4 servings Ingredients 2 teaspoons canola oil 4 …
Delicious Coastal Meals to Start off The New Year
I don’t know about you, but all I ate this Christmas break was cake and cookies. Although, I didn’t gain much {thanks to my running schedule} I do feel stuffed and need a little change in my diet. My husband, the Italian man that he is, is a terrific cook. I would actually consider him…
Coastal Chic: Tim Clark
I’ve posted about Tim Clark’s gorgeous coastal design projects before and here’s a few photos from his portfolio to help you think about a fresh new look for the new year! Cheers to 2011! Here are my previous posts of Tim Clark’s work: The 2010 Ultimate Beach House: Seabrook, Washington Tim Clark: Inspiration for the…
Coastal Connecticut Cottage
About the House Style: Late 18th-century shingle style cottage with wide-plank floors, plaster walls, and exposed beams Space: 3,800 square feet spread over three floors with four bedrooms and four full baths Setting: The main drag of Rowayton, Connecticut, a quaint harbor town with a population of 4,000 that’s home to many sea-seeking artists and…
Outdoor Christmas Trees
Coastal Living Magazine has lovely ideas for decorating an outdoor tree. I think it’s wonderful change, especially if you are hosting a Christmas gathering. What better way to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful Christmas tree lights while enjoying the company of your friends and family. Have any of you ever had a tree outside? For complete details…
Inspiration: HGTV Green Home 2010
I spent a little time this morning looking at photos of the HGTV Green Home 2010 and I wanted to share with you some of the rooms that I loved! Since I was fortunate to visit a HGTV Dream Home in the past, it’s always nice to see what inspiration the designers create in each new home. This green home in…
What I’m Loving Now
These two darling outfits from the J.Crew Spring 2011 line. How To Roast and Carve A Juicy & Tender Turkey Pumpkin and Cheese Napolean Bon Fires: Coastal Living Tory Burch Small Cosmetic Case
Warm Up Outdoors
It’s getting cooler and cooler by the day and what better way to warm up, than by a fire outdoors. Coastal Living and House Beautiful have great ideas in creating a space outside that you can enjoy during the cooler months. Here are a some that inspire me to start collecting firewood and prepare to warm up on a chilly fall…