Archives for June 2011

Terrain at Styers

Somewhere a couple of years ago, I read that the founders of Anthropologie and Urban Outfitters had opened a garden store, Terrain at Styers,  somewhere near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  So, when my husband and I went to Philly for the weekend, I put Terrain on my list of "must dos". Within minutes of pulling into the parking lot, my heart began to beat just a little faster. Anthropologie-meets-my-garden, plus my husband, was all I would need for a wonderful afternoon date.  It was beginning to sprinkle and storm clouds … [Read more...]

Fancy Friday~Summer Bucket List

Kristin's List~ The term "Life is a bowl full of cherries" came out in 1931 during the Depression.  It was a cheery, simple way to say, "Keep your chin up".  The past two years has been tough for many.  It has been for us.  But, as this summer begins to usher it's way in, my bucket list reflects "keeping it simple and enjoying the moment".  The picture above was taken this very afternoon.  My oldest son took my daughter for a bike ride.  He took her to a favorite spot that has a cherry tree.  They picked a bag full of these … [Read more...]