calm before the storm
Wow, is it Thursday already? This week is flying by. In the last seven days, we’ve decided that the house on the bay is the right one for us. I think it was the breathtaking sunset views that sealed...
View Article$200 mother’s day giveaway!!
Good to be back after a crazy month of moving and never-ending spring activities. It feels like I’ve lived three lifetimes since I last talked with you. Chickens, ballet, horses, moving boxes, yard...
View Articledeja vu winner!
Wow, we loved reading all of the exotic places you dreamed of visiting for Mother’s day, as well as the sweet comments from some of you expressing how you felt content right where you are with your...
View Articleleopard in life
Have I ever mentioned how much I love leopard? I adore seeing it unexpectedly pop up in a room…or outfit. It adds a perfect touch of sass to just about any grouping. There’s something about an animal...
View Articlesummer staples
Summer weather has made its way to our little beach town and living on the bay has magnified my desire for breezy afternoons, sunset drinks, and leisurely beach strolls. I feel all nautical inside....
View Articlecatch my eye
When I spotted this gorgeous home a few days ago (after I gasped then fell to the floor) my first thought was summer. All that white against the beautiful green gardens. Absolutely classic. Then I...
View Articleanchors away
The anchor obsession lives on, friends. In an effort to mix in a little fun into my summer wardrobe, I added this adorable navy anchor belt to my collection. Found it a while back at Madewell....
View Articlemonday style
The weekend was pretty stormy, but nice for us to get all cozy in the house and enjoy some much needed down time. The heavy rain was so fierce that it caused the water to rise to the tip top of our...
View Articlesea-worthy father’s day gifts
Father’s Day is this weekend so I solicited the help of my aquatic husband to give us gals some tips on gifts for the guy who loves all things water. Peter could spend endless hours scuba diving,...
View Articleblack + white daydreams
How supremely fabulous is this image? Want it all. Well, maybe not the thick, wool sweater in the middle of our sweltering summer…will have to save for winter. But still. If the above scene were a...
View Articlewednesday white
Pretty, pretty. Hello cutest little shed ever. Can you please live in our backyard? Promise I would spoil you every day with boxwoods, cute potted plants, and happy children (and chickens) running...
View Articlebirthday dreams
My birthday is tomorrow. I love birthdays – they are a wonderful time to celebrate life and feel extra special all the day long – everyone deserves this treatment one day a year! It’s funny, when...
View Articlewhite style
This classic white outfit translates into a chic white bathroom. Ba-bamm. I’m regularly trying to reduce the amount of product I use in hopes of getting this edited in my bathroom. Is it possible?...
View Articlesummer travel essentials
Recently received this email from a reader: Hi Seleta, This summer we are flying across the country to visit family on the East Coast – Virginia Beach. I have a rather frugal husband who has a disdain...
View Articletravel in style
I’ve pulled together a line-up of some big girl backpacks for those of us in need of a chic yet hardworking tote for travel or day to day. Love the idea of having a bag that can be tossed on the floor...
View Articlelook alike dress
Love this stripey, breezy, go-everywhere dress from JCrew a while back. I kind of regretted not buying it when it came out. Couldn’t believe I found a look-a-like over at our Tar-jay recently. Bought...
View Articlesummer to fall basics
Wanted to share a few summer to fall fashion pretties from new sponsor, Scissortail. 1. This off white sheer blouse with a perfect subtle, black, pattern. A little pop of color could be introduced...
View Articlebargain top
Yesterday was our youngest daughter’s birthday – after school drop offs, laundry catch-up, kitchen clean-up, chicken feedings, and a staff meeting at school, I was left with exactly one hour and a half...
View Articlewednesday white
Think classic white with a dose of black for good measure. Marble design genius by Celerie Kemble. Nannette Brown via. Witty gallery wall using framed prints of British royalty. Jenna Lyons’...
View Articlepretty top + great products
I guess yesterday’s post must have really influenced me because I ended up buying this on sale top while out and about. Maybe it’s a little more cost-effective than flying across the Atlantic and...
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