My Way of Living [11/14/16] 

  • Frosted neutrals

    It’s all the rage, and showing signs of being a popular palette around here.Landscapes turned into lovely muted colors, almost before our eyes.Second earliest ice wine harvest on record.Lake waters clouding over with cold.Frosted fields, leaves falling like icicles from the grasp of frozen branches.October’s dampness has fled from…

  • Tuck and Run

    BTW, This isn't a new attempt at textures, it is the hydrangea outside of my window, during a hailstorm yesterday. November is well documented around here as one of the wettest months available to us Lower Mainlanders. Apparently all of our beautiful scenery must come at a price. If you live on the wet coast, you learn to to tuck …

  • Practical Pinterest, when life gives you lemons

    When life gives you lemons you can make lemonade which tastes wonderful, or you can use them to scent your home. This weeks Practical Pinterest is a sweet smelling one, and simple to put together. Take a few slices of lemon, a sprig of rosemary, and a teaspoon of vanilla, add about 1/2 cup of water. Simmer on the stove to delica…