when the leaves turn

Autumn always makes my heart ache a little. I start to feel that bittersweet pang, the cross between grief, from summer's ending, and longing, for cozy cooler days. The brilliant warm colors of autumn leaves are like jewels hanging from the tree boughs. 

All this color and longing brings inspiration for the home. I love seeing pumpkins, leaf garlands, and corn husks adorning door steps and table tops. Every year, these visual treats make me smile, as much as a cup of hot cocoa, or a mouthful of my favorite comfort foods might. 

Happy autumn to you all!

Living in Provence

I have been going through books which I left at my mom's house, before I went to Australia to stay with my boyfriend for eight months. Now I'm back in America, and sorting out some things, namely getting a visa to go back, among some other important matters.

I found a big Taschen book called "Living in Provence" which is full of gorgeous photos of homes and gardens. Coincidentally, I had read the book "A Year in Provence" by Peter Mayle while traveling from Australia to the U.S. The story provided a perfect escape from the boredom of flying for nearly 23 hours!

Seeing the photos in this book, I can really imagine being in Provence. It is such a huge heavy book, I know I can't afford to ship it to Oz. So, I scanned my favorite images. Thought you might enjoy seeing them.

grand entrance

Welcome home... I always enjoy seeing an entryway with personality, don't you?

pale green doorway

I just love this pale green color, the pretty windows, and the elegant proportions of this entryway.