Salt and pepper shakers on a piece of checkered marble (tile) board. My mother keeps coming up with creative fun ideas for her home.          A piece of marble checkered tile my mom smiles,…

 Artichoke and onion blossoms.   Sturdy stems holding structurally incredible pieces of nature. Artful display in heat ranging in the 100s these summer days. Powerful grace speaks. I stand in awe in my cousin's garden.              …

    Happy Birthday Boy Wonder! xoxo  

  Enjoy the day.  

    Antiquing in Northern California is not like antiquing in France, but that does not mean it is less fun, nor that I do not like it. The best part is that I am with my Mom, the second…

  The artistic way of living.  Flowers from the garden in an enamelware pitcher. My mother is a natural at creating beauty, making art out of the everyday.  Celebrating whatever comes her way, morning, noon and night.      …