I love beautiful gardens. Down to my core. But up until now, I have never, ever wanted to be a gardener. Ever. But I just got knocked out by the most amazing gardens in the French countryside, and now, the flame is lit. Dan is the big traveler in our family. Usually, I prefer to wave goodbye … [Read more...]
Three Dishes that Promise Endless Looks
If Dan would let me get away with tossing all the food out of our kitchen cabinets and using every available inch to store dishes, I would do it in a New York minute. As a certified dish-oholic, I have never met a set of dishes I didn’t want to own. But, even the Queen of Carry-Out needs to keep a … [Read more...]
Welcome to My Garden at Innisfree
It seems right that every home with wonderful interior spaces should be surrounded by equally stunning gardens, doesn’t it? At my lake cottage, I’ve been hard at work on the inside stuff. But, unfortunately, I am an abject failure when it comes to gardening. Once, I made a feeble attempt to bring … [Read more...]
Welcome to Innisfree: Patio Time
Dan and I love to entertain at our home. When we lived in our grand old Greek revival in Atchison, welcoming large groups was no big deal. But our snug little lake cottage where we live now just doesn’t have the space for big gatherings. So when we renovated the house, we decided to make the most of … [Read more...]
Eye Candy for Dinner: Our Spring Tabletop Event
My favorite part of a dinner party at friends? The eye candy. Don’t get me wrong. I love to be invited into the sanctuary of someone’s home, to indulge in a deliciously prepared meal and linger over conversation and spirits. But I’m like a little kid when it comes to a beautifully set table. I … [Read more...]
Celebrate Easter in Your Home Decor
If your family celebrates Easter, chances are, you’ve got some great childhood memories surrounding this cherished holiday. One of mine? Hunting for Easter eggs. As soon as we got home from Easter Mass we headed over to my dad’s good friend’s house, where I’d join their passel of six … [Read more...]
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