August 7, 2008 | Link This | Email this | Comments (0)

Photos from my trip to Montana

I find inspiration from  many things in my life. Certainly as you know from my previous blogs, nature and beautiful things inspire me.




Majestic Horse Grazing

Included in this category are animals. I get refreshing and inspiring ideas from majestic horses that are free to roam in a green pasture, are running together or moving cattle.


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August 6, 2008 | Link This | Email this | Comments (0)

Triple Creek Ranch

The word inspire is defined in Webster’s Dictionary to produce or arouse a feeling, thought, etc. and to fill or affect with a specified feeling, thought, etc.

I recently spent some time in a beautiful part of our country enjoying nature, animals and small town hospitality. This is an easy way to be inspired on a daily basis by the feelings that are generated by this gorgeous part of our nation.

The first part of my trip I spent in a small Montana hideaway in the mountains just above Darby, at a gem of a ranch called Triple Creek Ranch.

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August 4, 2008 | Link This | Email this | Comments (0)

Remember when Brown was the new Black? Well it appears that Green is the new Black. Not so much in color but in statement.

The direction of fashion dictates the direction of home textiles and decor. Right now the fashion trends seem to be moving towards ethical, organic, and sustainable fabrics for clothing. As a society we are becoming socially conscious and environmentally savvy.

There are a number of books out in the marketplace that discuss the topic and are worth the read. First is Tamsin Blanchard’s Green is the New Black ...Read More
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July 31, 2008 | Link This | Email this | Comments (0)

Double Chaise

This morning on the Today show the topic of staycations was promoted once again and showed how a family can enjoy their backyard. My ears perked up when they were describing the comforts of home inside a camping tent, which included throw pillows. My love of accessories and throw pillows in particular caused me to stop what I was doing and pay more attention to the segment on staycations.

This subject is becoming increasingly popular with the high rising price of gas and the troublesome economy. But staying at home does not need to be a ...Read More
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July 30, 2008 | Link This | Email this | Comments (0)

Hummingbird Nectar
        
 
Glass Blown Hummingbird Feeder

If you are looking for a colorful accessory to add life, art and nature to your yard, consider a beautiful hand blown glass hummingbird feeder. These pieces of complement your backyard with color and invite hummingbirds to flutter and stay a while.

Hummingbirds are small in size and large in personality. They are brilliantly colored, do not harm other plants or a...Read More
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