Summer decor ... Never the same

Oh happy week!

A fresh look for a

 new week 

and

 a new Season!

"It's never the same around here."

 I hear this so often from family. 

 That's one of the best compliments ever.

It tells me others are loving my passion.

Black/white is popping up everywhere.

 Now

 it's in my bathroom

and

I am loving the color mix.

My bathroom needed a summer look.

It's one of the least expensive spaces to add new accesories.

a refreshing look!

When it comes to sharing my bathroom on social media,

 I have a little reservation.

  Don't laugh.

I borrowed this stool,

 but

 it may be a temporary stay.

It's a popular seat around here.  It a perfect seat for a family member to share their day with me.

Here's a close up!

Do you see what I see?  Look at the design.
That's why I couldn't resist.

It's totally different from the one I'm replacing.

  It was also gorgeous with a lot of flowers

I'm loving the simplicity.

Beautiful  color combo. 

 The towels and shower curtain

are from Ollies. 

 Ollies is sort of new to the area and I forget it's here.

So excited I stopped by.  I got lost in choices and
stayed longer than expected.

I had to search hard to find the

perfect mat. Matter of fact, I made three stops and the third store had it.
I had a blush/pink mat at the register, but I knew a black/white mat would be a better
contrast.

Have you ever had others to give you unwanted advice while shopping?

Um, I do like the look.

Enjoy the moment.

Until  the next time,

Susan

Petals, Blooms, Flowers

If I don't stop at the market for a bunch,

 I'm at home rearranging  what I have.

I find some super cheap and others a little expensive,

but

I'll say "y e s" anytime to fresh cut flowers.

yes, on a side table,
  yes, on my mantle

and

yes as a centerpiece.

 So much beauty,  I can barely contain my self.

 I adore each bloom until the last petal falls.

There's definitely a must for fresh cut flowers on the corner of my sink. 
 It makes washing dishes more of a pleasure than a chore.

I challenge you to try it.

I personally welcome the showers
 and
the sunshine

because

without,

there wouldn't be so much inspiration in the world.

Enjoy the simple ways I have displayed my flowers.

What an impact.

Love the simplicity

So much beauty in a single rose

Awesome

'

They are a treat while they last.

Loving this

Simple but inspiring

A single rose says it all

Tablescape  impact

Just a love moment.

Right out of the garden

I'll take a trunk load.

Enjoy the moment.

Until next time,

Susan

Decorating with black and white

I couldn't be happier!
When I say I'm happy, I mean I'm sooooo happy.

I'm sharing a refreshed side table
 decorated just for me.

Nothing is more inspiring 

 than black and white with a pop of color,

 especially if the pop is fuchsia.

 If you will join me at the table,
 at some point during the conversation,
 I will confess I have a passion for
 pretty things,
and 
IG is my go to for photo sharing.  There is so much inspiration. 

That's one reason my neutral
 loving home has become a home with color.

Styling this table has been so much fun.

I have a crush on black and white home decor.

  It's like the plain black dress we have; it's in style for years to come.  All it needs is a few accessories. 

What's great about using black, it's always in style.
I'm loving this tablescape.
   I knew I wanted to pair black and white plates and it dawned on me, I don't  own black plates.  The rest is history.

Warning!
 Many of my decor in this post are finds while thrifting.
I am "a bargain finder".

I loose track of time when I'm surrounded by bargains but I'm never disappointed  with my finds.

I love mixing candle holder styles and shapes.  They look perfect together.

Didn't want to overpower the table with pink,

but I enjoyed creating a little drama with a feminine look.  

I knew a few candles would set the stage.

One of my favorite on the table.

I struggle with creating a beautiful flower arrangement,
  but I never feel defeated.

 Check out my stress free arrangement.

These napkins just steal my heart. 

They are leftover material from another project.

  A no sew; just roll, fold.

Are you curious of the cost of the candles still in their original wrap...

  less than 25 cents each so I brought all twelve.  

Another thrifty find.

I have future use for all 12.

  They will be a perfect addition  to my Valentine's Day decor and even Christmas.

Got a light weight scarf?

  Just drape it over one of your fav tablecloths. That's what I did.

See, you can't go wrong.

Enjoy the moment.

Until the  next time,

Susan

Porch Sitting, yes please

It's been raining
 and 
my porch is the best place
 to enjoy the showers.

With every rock I rock 

 and

 every sip I sip, 
it's like  taking

 relaxing to another level.

One thing a southerner

 "must have"

 is a porch. 

 It completes the ideal home.

We southerners enjoy porch sitting,

especially
 at night with a glass of tea or lemonade.

If we say so ourselves, 
porches
are great spaces to socialize with neighbors.

We take pride in greeting ALL passers-by.

 It's not important to know the name, 

we just speak.

I will admit, 
the humidity does limit
 my time outside in
 July and August.

My southern design porch comes 
with comfy black rockers 
dressed 
with throw pillows

 My go to colors are black, white
 and fuchsia. 
The pillows are Hobby Lobby finds.
I purchased the rug at Targets summer end sale last year.

I added white geranium 
to complete the scene.

Versus investing in new lanterns,

 I spray painted to match the rockers
and

removed the broken glass.  

I love the larger size and shape.

My opinion,

if it works, keep it.

It may become a conversational piece. 

The smaller candles are timer candles I used

during winter,

especially

  Christmas season.

Thanks for sharing a few moments

 with me.  

Until next time,

Susan

Happy Mother's Day

Enjoy your day.

Susan

Moments with mom. The color yellow

I have a super mom to tell you about!

I must admit, she was awesome.

She  loved all ten of us unconditionally.

She spent quality time with each of us recognizing our individual strengths and areas of need.

Her hugs, her kisses, her love

are all memories we continue to treasure.

Mom always shared!

To know mom is knowing her children, her grands and great grands.

A piece of her lives on in each of us.

She deserves recognition.

  Being a Mom of ten, which included 2 sets of twins,

 she loved her job

and

exceeded all expectations of motherhood.

She wasn't  selfish

She wasn't abusive

All that unconditional love!

She provided us with a safe haven.

Being a mom of ten, she had the skills:

Time management

Organizational

Communication

Listening

Motivational

Leadership

and

Multi-tasking

I remember the color yellow.

  It was her inspiration  for styling our 4 bedroom home.

  She had an eye for design.

I remember the times we gathered

 as she played the piano.

  

Our yard was surrounded with pecan

 and

 crepe myrtle trees. 

 Her favorite annual flower was Zinnias.

My mother's day tablescape is a tribute to our "MOM"

That's our mom.

I'm sure I left out something.

Before I forget,

 we lived in a white house in DC.

 (Duplin County)

Mom thanks for being you. 

Happy Mother Day to all you moms!

Susan