This week flew, but I’m not complaining. Looking forward to seeing a movie, visiting the farmers’ market, and just taking it easy. Hope you all have a lovely, laid back weekend! Well, this may be the cutest video I’ve seen in a long time. So precious! Reese Witherspoon’s new book, Whiskey in a
Happy Friday!

I always love the regularly updated collection of favorites by Pencil and Paper Co, especially the furniture favorites. Such fun taste. These guys snuck a fake poster of themselves into McDonald’s to make an important point. Love this, especially after seeing the wonderful Crazy Rich Asians last weekend. Speaking of Crazy Rich Asians,
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Porch and Patio Updates for Fall

This spring, we had big plans to give our porch and patio some TLC for spring and summer. Given that this weekend is Labor Day weekend and that basically the only update I’ve done is sweep, I’d say we pretty much missed the boat on that. Nevertheless, there is a silver lining in all of
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Happy Friday!

Excited to try and squeeze this movie in over the weekend. Love all the actors! Love a good easy salmon sandwich! In love with this newest Gal Meets Glam dress. So excited for petites next month! The dreamiest! What a performance at 73 years years of age. Aretha Franklin. This
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Savoring Summer: Honey Lavender Simple Syrup

One of my favorite days at the farmers’ market all year long is lavender day. One week each year at the start of summer just before the Lavender Festival, a local lavender farm sets up a booth selling fresh bouquets, essential oil, and dried blossoms. It’s such a heavenly day with the smell of lavender
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Happy Friday!

Friyay!!! So excited for the weekend! We have no plans other than to take it easy, which are always my favorite. I love slow Saturdays that start with a trip to the farmers’ market. Fun fact I heard this week, Tennessee ranks #1 in the growth of farmers’ markets! I’ve never been to Upstate
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Happy Friday!

Yay for the weekend! After a long rainy week, I’m excited to have a few days off at home. We HAVE to visit this shop the next time we’re in Nashville. I love it all. Such beautiful and classic kitchen and bathroom fixtures. Can’t wait to see how House of Brinson uses them.
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Happy Friday!

Always love seeing the National Geographic photo contest winners each year. The 2018 photos are nothing short of spectacular. Utterly obsessed with these metal plant supports. Of course they’re sold in the UK with outrageous shipping costs, but they give great inspiration. The British do gardens so well. The most charming flower arrangements
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Favorite Recipes for the 4th of July and Other Summer Occasions

The countdown is on. The 4th of July will be here in just a few days, and often, that means backyard BBQs or potlucks that leave you in the need of some recipe ideas that match this festive occasion. Even if that is not in your future, it’s always great to have a few tried