Devoted to embracing the art of slow living, finding joy in life's simple pleasures, looking to history for inspiration and choosing intentional living at home and in the garden in order to live a curated life.
"The true secret of happiness lies in taking a genuine interest in all the details of daily life." ~ William Morris
There is something quietly timeless about a row of terracotta pots warming in the sun. Their earthy hue, softly chalked with age, feels equally at home on a covered porch or a city windowsill. Like crisp linen napkins or a well-worn wooden table, terracotta is both practical and poetic — and that is precisely why it remains a staple in thoughtful gardens everywhere.
Poppies may look fragile, but they’re hardy plants with vivid, eye-catching blooms and are sure to add a little magic to your cottage garden. While the garden sleeps through winter, poppies are quietly getting ready for spring. Despite their delicate look, they’re cold-season flowers that actually need winter temperatures - known as cold stratification - to germinate.
As summer quietly gives way to fall, we find ourselves in one of the most beautiful moments of the year. Often referred to as the “Indian Summer,” it’s that gentle stretch between late August and late September when the days still feel warm, but the evenings begin to cool.
I once read a quote by Meagan Francis while I was flipping thru the pages of Veranda magazine that said, “Cleaning and organizing is a practice, not a project.”
