happy house

Still loving this house, and still working on it.

We are finding ourselves very cozy, and most importantly, happy.

July 4th

4th of July will always be a lighthearted, fun, holiday for me. Some traditions you can't break getting older.

We had a lazy day. But I wanted to make us a delicious summertime meal tonight. So, there was a fresh salad with local greens, radishes, tomatoes, and cucumber slices with a homemade white wine vinaigrette dressing made by me. Fresh squeezed limeade and blended strawberries for a strawberry limeade. My favorite recipe of roasted red potatoes brushed with extra virgin olive oil and Italian seasonings. And of course, hot dogs! Tofu vegetarian style, on freshly baked hot dog buns from Market of Choice bakery.

New house

Finally, after a long wait, we are in our new, simply great, house. Inevitably, I have had endless inspiration and excitement about decor for our home. It is a great feeling to love where you live.

Good will $3

Ikea. Bought sometime back, but finally put to good use.

Simple house plant, Home Depot.

 The first plant of the hew house. A good friend brought it over in a jar of water and a separate bag of dirt. I planted it in this reused flower pot from Trader Joe's.

Market of Choice- Lavender candle $7

And, a new cat! She wandered up to the house, and, my friend found her outside sitting by the porch. She won't leave, and has found a place in my lap, and heart. I've been calling her Rosie. I'm not sure why.