Category Archives: photography
A little more snow and ice
I do believe spring is just around the corner, but we still have some snow on the ground, so I’ll post just a few more snow and ice pics (no pun intended). Ivy is just about the only green thing … Continue reading
Let’s pretend it’s spring…
…if only for a moment. A bouquet of pink roses to help you forget the ice and snow in many parts of the world. Spring is just around the corner, right? Oh, it is the best season in the D.C. area–azaleas, … Continue reading
I ♥ Tea
Thanks so much for the get-well wishes yesterday, everyone. You guys are the best! I’m feeling a lot better today–no more fatigue or body aches, just the sniffles. Something that often makes me feel better is a cup of tea, … Continue reading
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Tagged antique cups & saucers, bokeh, chocolates, crystal creamer, fireplace, Royal Doulton china, soft light, spoon, water glass
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Snow fences
I’m sorry I didn’t answer your comments yesterday–I’ve been sick since the weekend and still not up to par. Hope to feel better tomorrow. In the meantime, here’s another winterscape…. {ms. pearl}
Three-in-one
This is from our fallen limb. I didn’t notice the buds until I started taking photos. The snow hid everything too. Three seasons here: autumn leaves caught by the cold, heavy winter snow and spring buds confused by the change … Continue reading
A break from the sleet, slush and snow….
Since the weather is alternating between sleet, snow and rain this morning, I thought I’d take a virtual trip back to Hawaii. Some very dear friends took me on a cruise there four years ago and it was heaven. I … Continue reading
Posted in photography, Travel
Tagged "Lost", Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., Hawaii, Kauai, Kona, La Haina, Maui, Na Pali coast, plumeria, tropical plantation
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Old Town Alexandria, part II
As promised, some shop windows in Old Town. This isn’t really a window, but there are some reflected in the mirror. How fun are these martini glasses? It’s a bit on the formal side, but I love things like this. … Continue reading
Posted in photography, Travel
Tagged antique glass bottles, cabinet, decorative martini glasses, display windows, Layla's Lebanese restaurant, Mount Vernon, Old Town Alexandria, red awning, red lampshade, seafoam green walls, vintage mirror, vintage planter, vintage travel prints, Virginia, yellow building
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Old Town Alexandria, part I
This photo was actually taken in January. Who knew pumpkins were so hardy? I saw some in the neighborhood the same week. Old Town Alexandria is very picturesque with all its beautiful old architecture and colorful shops. I love … Continue reading
Posted in photography, Travel
Tagged apple green doors, architecture, brick, cart, Old Town Alexandria, pumpkins, purple doors, red door, Va., yellow building
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Souvenirs de France
After scanning in some old photos of Paris for Lady Jennie, I decided to do a few more from my favorite parts of France. Being a francophile, I like the country a lot. Can you stand just one more ornate … Continue reading
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Tagged Aix-en-Provence, Arles, bauxite, chapel, doorway, France, Hotel Jules César, Les Baux-de-Provence, ornate door, outdoor dining terrace, Paris, pink tablecloths, statue, stone, window
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Ice ice baby
We’ve had some fairly unusual weather lately. One morning, everything was encased in a layer of ice. These poor azaleas never knew what hit them. Same with the camellias: Then the next day, the sun came out and everything melted. … Continue reading
Pearls & Prose 