Here is our mantel decked out for summer in a classic patriotic theme:

to all of my U.S.A readers~how I love Old Glory! Wave it proudly today :)

Here are some more splendid stars and stripes:photo source: Pottery Barn

I got this gem of a recipe from my friend Lori in Idaho. We love them, they couldn’t be simpler, and are great to set out in the morning and will be ready for dinner.

They bloomed! So fat and lush and beautiful. I want a bush in every color.

I adore end-of-the year cards to teachers.