Just a Heads Up.....

I may or may not be consistent this summer with my posts.  Today my kids and I went to the waterpark we attend yearly.  Wow, was it nice to get out of the house.  Did it rain on us?  Yes, but at least I was outdoors!  I really think that I may want to spend more time enjoying my kids instead of sitting at the computer.  You know what I mean?  So this is my warning and request for forgiveness ahead of time!  I'm loving the beachy/coastal look today. (Probably because I saw a million light blue sun umbrellas that reminded me of Coastal Living!)

Images via My Home Ideas

I'm definitely inspired by blues, wicker, and paintings right now.  How can you resist?!

For Your Viewing Enjoyment.

I just love these two living rooms designed by Jimmy Stanton. 

 via AH Magazine

Calming, rustic, and beautiful.

Traditional Serenity

 David Mitchell

 Edwina Drummond Interiors

 Intrinsic Design

Liz Williams Interiors

I love them.....

Images via Elle Decor

Comfy-Cozy 2!

This is the continuum of comfy cozy!  Enjoy!

Images via House to Home

I'm depressed.

Is summer really at an end?  I feel so down not being able to go the water park with my kids.  I'm sad it's raining and that I can't go on a walk.  This Nantucket home reminds me of all that summery goodness I'm going to miss.

Images via Traditional Home

Do you ever get the post-summer blues?  

If so, what's your cure?

Steven Gambrel, my new love.

Beautiful.  I love country style, and he does a magnificent job. The balance between feminine and masculine rooms are simply wonderful.  He has more beautiful pictures of his designs here.

Happy Tuesday!

Get ready for some kitchen pics!!!!!

In any room, I love to see and appreciate unique qualities.  Big "Captain Obvious" sized uniqueness or teeny-tiny treasures that capture my eye in a sudden double-take of recognition.  Kitchens are the ultimate get-together room in a home where everyone tends to plant themselves.  It doesn't matter whose kitchen I'm in or what style of picture of a kitchen I'm perusing over, I'm looking for that "something" that catches my oh-so-curious eye.  Thank heavens for Homes and Gardens kitchen gallery.  I might have spent some time there obsessing over every...single...kitchen....image.  Here, let me show you:

The conservatory-like style in this kitchen is so bright and inviting.

This country style kitchen is offset beautifully by turquoise accents.

I love the freestanding look of this kitchen.  The island is so casual and I love the butcher block!

Who wouldn't love this french country kitchen with butcher block counter tops and church arched style cabinets?

The green cabinets and floral patterns in this kitchen are so visually attractive.  The slipcovers over these chairs are a particular love of mine!

 I'm totally traditional, so this kitchen is probably my numero uno pick! I love the mantle over the stove in place of a hood.  AWESOME!!!

Modern shelving and seating make this kitchen unique!

Vintage kitchens are always so cute and quaint.  I love the bistro style chairs that were chosen.  Too cute for words.

Here's another darling vintage kitchen with an old stove to prove it!

As always, I'm predictable in my choice of country styles.  I heart these white washed floors!

What's unique in your kitchen?

   I have  roosters and chickens in mine......