Finally the weather is warming up around here! It’s been a cool and cloudy spring which has been tough for my mood that yearns for warmth and sunshine. But I finally got to add some plants to my pond and I repotted my waterlilies. I even added a new fish – an Israeli butterfly koi….
Spring is dragging its heels a little here in the Chicagoland area. We’re getting plenty of rain which is good for the garden, but I’m ready for a little more warmth and sunshine. My fear is that it will jump from 60-degree days to 80-degree days. A range of temperature in the seventies is my…
It’s Easter weekend and I hope you’ll be able to spend some time relaxing, socializing, and reflecting on life and what’s important. And hopefully you’ll enjoy a few Easter treats, too. Easter candy is always my favorite and I tend to eat more chocolate this time of year. To celebrate the spring season, I’ve got…
Spring seems to be taking its sweet time to get here. We’re teased with a day or two of warmer breezes, and then the temperature drops again. Clearly the daffodils didn’t get the memo that spring was dragging its heels coming into town. Sigh. I keep telling myself, “Soon.” But patience isn’t my best virtue…
Welcome to Friday Finds where you’ll discover a collection of decorating ideas and inspiration that I’ve found throughout the week. Sometimes I discover new blogs or websites and that’s always a treat for me. Today I’m featuring a couple of home tours, camp style decorating, and more. Camp Style Decorating Let’s start the day off…
Next week I’m heading to beautiful Beaufort, South Carolina to enjoy warm weather, sunny days, historic homes, and gorgeous live oak trees dripping with Spanish moss! I can’t wait. The southeast part of our country – specifically low country – is one of my favorite places in the United States. Are you ready for some…
Spring is officially here – finally – and some of you might be taking a trip for spring break. Or perhaps you like to stay home and avoid the crowds. On a whim, my daughter and I decided to head to South Carolina with my granddaughter during the first week of April. We’re staying in…
Daffodils are poking up through the ground, the sun is shining, and the weather is warmer! But I still haven’t seen the first robin of spring though. Maybe this weekend I’ll get lucky and find one. In my mind, it’s not officially spring until the robins return. Today’s Friday Finds are pretty inspiring, but then…
Happy Friday, friends! I’ve got a wonderful lineup of inspiration for you today – from two home tours to a charming blue kitchen and more. So grab a cup of coffee or your beverage of choice and enjoy a bit of quiet time enjoying the eye candy and great ideas. First, take a step inside…
Before we get started with this week’s treasures, I want to take a moment to thank ALL of you for visiting my blog from time to time. So many of you leave comments saying how much you enjoy Town and Country Living and I want you to know that means the world to me! Your…
Another week is over and the weekend begins! March is right around the corner and that means the crocus will be coming up soon and the robins will return. I can’t wait for spring to arrive! I’m sure you all feel the same way, too. I’ve featured Courtney’s beautiful work before, but she stopped me…
Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you celebrate Cupid’s holiday or not, I hope you’re able to find some peace and love on this whimsical holiday. Sometimes the moments of greatest blessing can be found in the smallest of things, whether it’s the purr of your cat, the snuggle from a child, or a kind word from…
Yesterday I actually felt a pep in my step and the hope of spring waiting to be celebrated soon. I’m not really sure why I felt that way, it wasn’t particularly warm or sunny. It’s just a feeling that settled into my soul and I was happy for it. This week I also found plenty…
This is the time of year when you can drive home from work and it’s no longer dark outside. It might be dark by the time you get home, but at least there’s hope of longer days. March 18th marks the first day that the sun will set at 7:00 pm here in the Chicago…
We’re just two months away from the first day of spring! January has gone by pretty quickly, and February is short, so I’m remaining hopeful that the winter doldrums won’t drag on. For now, I’m enjoying quiet days indoors, trying new recipes, thinking about what book to read next, and perusing the internet for decorating…
Did you know that today is National Popeye the Sailor Man Day? Who knew? Today marks his 95th birthday. He’s still popular today with over nine million followers on social media. Did you watch Popeye cartoons as a kid on Saturday mornings? But today is Friday which means it’s time for Friday Finds! Keep scrolling…
