Wishing you a safe, happy, full of laughter, hugs and kisses
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Greetings at the door
A table runner recycled
Welcome to the table
Sleigh full of goodies
Reindeer wishes
Tiny tree blessings 
Breakfast at the island bar
Back door farewells
Blessings for a festive meal to enjoy with family and friends
Hugs and Kisses until we meet again……
Thanks for stopping by 
Happy Holidays
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It’s a Beautiful Day for a Christmas Holiday Smoothie
I love smoothies. I have them practically everyday and love to experiment with different recipes. Although this is not an official “Christmas recipe” it can certainly be enjoyed all year.
May I introduce you to: “My” Christmas Holiday Smoothie: 
1 cup frozen strawberries
1/2 cup whole cranberries
1 large banana
1-1/2 cups orange juice
3-4 tablespoons of honey (or your desired sweetness)
Blend, puree’. Makes approx. 5 full cups. I prefer not using ice in my smoothies.
Since the weather was so nice, a little balmy with a light breeze I just had to enjoy my smoothie outdoors in my happy place. I wanted to make it relaxing and cozy.
I first brought out the faux fur pillows then gathered a few magazines.
But the hopeless romantic whispered in my ear and… oh dear……
…create a cozy bedroom outdoors ………..
..the lamp you see… a vintage beauty….to surround yourself with what you love is the key… 
Oh Yes, I stayed here all day without guilt nestled under the tree…….
What a Beautiful Day………….. for a Christmas Smoothie…don’t you agree?
Evening was calling……time to come indoors. What a shame to end a day without worries or care
just when you feel as if you’re floating on air………..
Enjoy your day…….Make a Smoothie…..a Christmas Holiday Smoothie….
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What’s a celebration without champagne! A few weeks back I started refreshing my bar cart from the Moon and Stars shown here to something more festive. After all it is Holiday Season so why not start out by celebrating.
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My holiday decorating started earlier than planned. Could not resist after seeing so many beautiful holiday decorating ideas.
I decided to start out by accenting a holiday pillow (of course) with ribbons. Last year I did bows on pillows shown here. The idea of ribbon Poinsettias is from a YouTube channel “Dezine Fun”. Wire ribbon is recommended. I used ribbon that is 2-1/2″ wide, cutting 5 strips at 8″ long. 
I tacked them on a holiday pillow. But consider other possibilities to use in holiday decorating and gift wrapping. Simple, cute, easy, fun. 
It was time for Tea. The weather was so nice we decided to have tea outdoors on the patio.
‘Tis the Season….Tea for Two
The tea-pot warmer kept the tea steeping hot for hours. My favorite brand is Pure Leaf. The white smaller tea-pot for hot water only in case we wanted to have another flavored tea. Honey spoons, lemon and orange slices, finger snacks and peppermint sticks was all we needed for this little impromptu tea setting.
Love using hand towels when dining outdoors. The potpourri baby deer gave a scent of pine cones.
Cute pillow… right?
What I love most about our little Tea for Two on the patio… you would think the peace and quiet, good weather…etc, etc. but no, it’s the Lemon Honey Spoons 🙂 (too funny) The package indicates for hot tea but I also use them in a cold refreshing glass of water, juice, ice tea and cocktails when I want the taste of lemon and the sweetness of honey.
View their site for the large variety offered. And check out the holiday gifts: http://www.melvillecandy.com/Honey-Spoons_c_8.html
I was lucky to find lemon honey and clover honey spoons at TJ Maxx for $3.99 per bag of 5.
Combined with other spoons and stirrers they make cute and fun budget friendly gifts for those who like to flavor their hot beverages.
……….’Tis the Season for goods things…..
Hope yours starts off with a fun DIY. Thanks for stopping by
My recipe is fun-fully simple:
Put a little snippet of this and a little remnant of that, add scraps then chop and mix with lots of fabric love.
Happy Thanksgiving Y’all
Have a Wonderful, Loveful, Thankful Holiday!
Take some time this Season with a little one-on-one to relax before the holiday rush really sets in.
So many times we prepare entertainment settings for guest, family and friends which is awesome but I love to tap into quiet moments for a party of two. For you and hubby, best friend, Mom, sister, brother, daughter or son. Any person who is dear to your heart. Sometimes heart-to-heart, one-on-one is much-needed and appreciated.
I am truly inspired by those who have the creative talent in the art of tablescaping. It’s not my forte but I love to indulge. :-)!
This “Table for two – Intimate settings” is for sushi lovers. I decided on an alfresco setting to enjoy the FL weather. Here are some of the items I gathered. Simple, sweet and budget friendly.
Tablecloth in a tropical print by Tommy Bahama 
Centerpiece: A DIY effort to create the illusion of a meditation water garden.. 🙂 (hmmmmm???)
Bamboo mats
Japanese garden lantern 
Sushi set: Dragon fly on cobalt blue and steel chopsticks
Japanese soup and rice bowls 
Sake set 
Sake
Fabric prints that mix and match. The napkins are made with the same fabric use on the bar cart shown here.
Now it’s time for sushi. It turned out to be a very calm setting. The candles made the evening more enjoyable.
Hope you visit again for the next “Table for Two-Intimate Settings”
Remember, giving someone your time can be the greatest gift of all.
Thanks for stopping by. Enjoy your day!
I took a break from the Fall pumpkins. Love the Fall décor, its beautiful without a doubt but I caught the November blues. Guess I caught it from some stranger. But miraculously it all went away when I saw this wall plaque. It was a perfect Fall day when it arrived and immediately I hung it outdoors. 
It just made me smile…
After hanging it I thought of the song, “Fly me to the Moon”. Please take a moment and listen to this young lady Angelina Jordan…My mouth dropped to my knees and tears fell…I was mesmerized……..a voice of an angel in my opinion.
After composing myself…… I finished refreshing my bar cart in sort of a “moon and stars” theme while singing along
Have a wonderful star-filled Sunday!!!!!! Thanks for stopping by
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