Wednesday, January 15, 2020

A Sneak Peek

My Dining Room

This is a little peek at my house - the painting is a brand new acquisition from a wonderful art show and auction of local Sarasota artists to benefit Guide Dogs and Alzheimer's. The painting features a pair of roseate spoonbills that I also have in my backyard along with a zooful of animals. The house has ten foot ceilings which makes everything look great. I am excited to combine my Chinoiserie collection with some new Florida pieces as well. Headed to West Palm Beach soon for some great vintage shopping there.

Below is a quick shot of my lanai with lots of my blue and white Chinese porcelain.

My Lanai

Below is me winning first prize at the Ugly Christmas Sweater Party at a beautiful rooftop venue in Sarasota last month. I am definitely getting blonder down here!


13 comments:

  1. I lave lived in Sarasota County for almost 40 years now. You are going to love it here!

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  2. So glad to learn you are ok and so sorry for all you have been through.
    Here's to better days ahead and new friends.

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    1. Yes, it is hard being away from my daughter and friends - I need more of a support system down here. Thanks!

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  3. OMG! That lanai is fabulous! So glad you have returned to the blogosphere! I am so sorry for the personal difficulties that have strained you to your limits. Clearly you have persevered! Can't wait to see more of your new home. I know you are having such fun putting your personal stamp on it!

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    1. Thanks my friend - it has been mores stress than fun but trying to change that.

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  4. This is so great that the best design blog on the Internet is back!! You were sorely missed! My suggestion is to put a tip jar on the page, so people can reward you, if they like, for all the time you put into this site. When it stopped, I realized what a loss it was from my daily routine, so I'd love to be able to support it going forward to make sure that never happens again!!
    Welcome back, Beth! If your new place looks a fraction as good as you look now, it's gonna be a real winner!!

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    1. I cannot begin to tell you how much your lovely comment means to me - it really brightened my day.

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    2. I agree with ANONYMOUS 100%! You have no idea the hole you left when you went away! Onward and upward!

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  5. So wonderful to see your news. I wish you a smoother transition for the future and all good things for you and your family.

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    1. Thanks for your support and good wishes. Much appreciated.

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  6. Welcome back to blogging! You look fabulous. Can't wait to see more of the house. That dining room table is intriguing. Best wishes.

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  7. Thanks so much - bought the table at auction - I will post more of the table and dining room in the future.

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