It’s been a couple weeks since I shared photos of our trip to Kennebunkport, but today I’m back to show you scenes from Kennebunk, Maine – which is the quieter side of the Kennebunk River that separates the two towns. Each has their own strengths but if you’re not from the area, it’s hard to…
Last week when I shared about Kennebunkport, I promised to share the charm of Kennebunk homes that we saw during our recent trip there. The Kennebunk River divides these two towns and it’s easy to think you’re still in one town or the other after crossing the bridge. I wish I would’ve asked the locals…
Are you ready for today’s line-up that includes several varieties of the Kennebunkport house? The quaint appeal and stunning architecture of this seaside town has forever captured my heart. Whether large or small, the majority of homes are well cared for and made our recent visit to Kennebunkport one of the best vacations I’ve ever…
Whenever I go on vacation, I struggle with whether or not to share my photos here on the blog. I’ve heard some people complain about people who share their vacation photos. But then I figure, if you’re like me, seeing photos helps you decide if that’s a place you’d like to visit. Vacation brochures always…
One thing I love about New England is the seemingly never-ending collection of historic houses. They speak to my soul and tug at my heartstrings. Needless to say, I felt like I was in a world of eye candy while discovering the charming Kennebunkport homes along the coast of Maine during our recent vacation. This…
Vacation is over and I’m happy to say that our trip to Maine is one of the best vacations I’ve ever had. Better than our recent excursion to Hawaii, hands down! The east coast has everything I’m passionate about – the ocean, hills, historic homes, quaint towns, and plenty of nature. We took two side…
Aloha friends! We’re back from our recent vacation to majestic Kauai, Hawaii and I’m feeling refreshed with renewed energy. It’s amazing what warmer weather and sunshine can do for your soul. Today I’m sharing the highlights of our trip along with favorite and not-so-favorite things about Kauai. Hopefully you’ll find the information useful if you’re…
Do you like to travel and dream of where you might head to next? I’ve yet to visit Europe but I hope to get there some day soon. I’ve been exploring various countries and the Netherlands is definitely on my list. I recently came across Dordrecht, which is an historic, charming city located in South…
Today’s post isn’t my typical home décor inspiration. Instead, I’m sharing how I’m battling winter depression because I figure there are probably other people out there who also suffer from seasonal depression. I always struggle this time of year due to shorter days and cold, blustery weather that keeps me indoors for far too long….
Have you ever dreamt of spending Christmas in Europe? It’s something I’ve always thought would be fun to do. The historic architecture, different customs, new holiday foods – all of it would create a magical holiday experience. If you can’t make it to Europe, perhaps Canada is a closer option to consider – specifically, enjoying…
Before we get into the spirit of Christmas here on the blog, let’s take a virtual road trip to enjoy the blissful fall colors in Vermont. From rural roads to small and large towns, there’s so much to see and enjoy in the Green Mountain State, even though right now the mountains display a range…
We’re back from our autumn trip to the Bloomington and Brown County area of Southern Indiana. It’s been many years since I’ve headed to that neck of the woods and it was fun to return. The scenery was beautiful and we had a few fun surprises along the way. On our way to the…
Are you ready for more eye candy when it comes to charming Swedish cottages nestled in the woods of Good Templar Park in Geneva, Illinois? Last Saturday I shared the first batch of these cozy summer houses and today it’s time to see the rest. A couple times per year, Good Templar Park opens to…
Many of you know that I grew up in Geneva, Illinois, due west of Chicago on the outskirts of the suburbs. The town has a Swedish history and features Good Templar Park where members of the International Organization of Good Templars would come to celebrate Midsummer, which is Swedish Day, or “Svenskarnas Dag” in Sweden….
The last time I took a fall leaf peeping trip was with my daughters when we headed to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. That’s the weekend my son’s wife gave birth to their daughter Charlotte. This year, hubby and I are headed to southern Indiana to catch the Covered Bridges Festival in Parke County. From there, we’ll…
Last weekend hubby and I took a mini vacation to a cottage getaway on the Illinois River. There’s a small resort by the name of Heritage Harbor that has plenty of charm, activities, and beautiful homes. It’s only an hour away from our house which makes it perfect for a quick trip. We stayed in…
