While we were visiting our friends in Florida, they wanted to show us some of the interesting sights in their new area. One of the historic places is the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse, the tallest lighthouse in Florida at 164-1/2 feet above sea level. We had a lovely cool clear day, perfect for getting a bit …
Category: Travel
Karesansui teien
I have been planning for some time to do a series of posts inspired by Japanese influence. I hope you'll enjoy these posts, with interesting facts, fun projects, and even a couple of giveaways later this month. These posts will be sprinkled around other post subjects over the next month or so, with gardens, sewing …
Cheekwood Mansion
Our visit to the Cheekwood Estate included a tour of the mansion, at least the parts open for visitors. The 55-room mansion construction began in 1929, and took until 1932 before the family could move in. The architecture is simply wonderful if you like details like I do. Sadly, only 9 rooms are restored from …
Cheekwood Gardens
Last month, I accompanied DH on a trip to Nashville for a few days. He had an open afternoon one day, so we went to visit Cheekwood Mansion and Cheekwood Botannical Gardens during the Harvest exhibition. This is a huge estate with an American Country mansion and 55 acres of gardens built in 1929. We …
Keeneland Library – A Hidden Gem
On our recent trip to Lexington, I was able to visit the Keeneland Racetrack and grounds. What a neat place to visit! There is such history here, for the history buff as well as the fan of horses. This history begins at the very entrance to the park, where the post is a replica of …
Preparing for the Eclipse
The date is getting closer to see the Solar Eclipse, the first eclipse that will be visible across the entire US in 99 years. For most of us, this one will be a once in a lifetime experience. It is logical that millions of people will take advantage of the opportunity, but planning will be …
Having Fun in Lexington, Kentucky
Last week, DH had to go to Lexington, Kentucky to do some work, so once again I packed a bag and tagged along. I had a fun time shopping and sight seeing while he was working. Lexington says it is the horse capital of the world, with much in the town being about the horse. …
The Swing Bag – A Scrap Dance Pattern
Wouldn't you love to have a great travel bag for the holidays, or any travel weekend? This weekender bag is compact yet packs a punch. You won't believe how much you can fit into it, and still have organization! It will hold enough clothes and toiletries for a weekend getaway, just Swing it over your …
Driving the Devil’s Whip
Yesterday was a beautiful sunny day, warm and clear, the best time to take a car club drive. This time the drive leader had us meet in Swannanoa for an event that was supposed to be two weeks ago, but was postponed. We drove as a group from Swannanoa to Old Fort, and then formed …
Garden Jubilee 2017
Memorial Day weekend is the annual Garden Jubilee in Hendersonville, the largest annual plant show and sale in the western North Carolina area. We go most years, and this year I was on the hunt for more perennials, and I really want a clematis for the lattice in the front garden bed. Local nurseries and …
