Musings at Mill Race

This beautiful Victorian home is where I spent many days lazying away on the porch swing, and allowing my imagination to get lost in various novels. The creek running behind the house offered a natural lulling affect, while an abundance of shade trees offered a small shield from the hot sun.

On the other side of the home was a garden to die for. Every type of herb, vegetable, and flower ones heart could desire was growing here. Being a lover of summer gardens and roses, I couldn't help but wish and click my vintage heels together in hopes that this magnificent garden would be mine ( a girl can dream right?).

After spending a few hours in the village each day, I would peacefully walk out, but not before stopping here. This is The New School Church. I would peak through the whitewash windows, imagining all the towns people gathered praying, planning, and learning.

Have a wonderful and peaceful day,

I Heart June Cleaver

Hello Darlings,

It's been so long since I've posted that I hardly know what to say. Shall I start with "I'm sorry"or perhaps "I've missed you"? It's so very true, I really have missed our fun conversations, and gal pal goodness. For the past few months I have been dealing with a lot of changes. Some happy and some not so much. But all in good favor.

As you may have noticed in the events section, I've began teaching again. That's right dears, I'm back teaching scrapbook classes for Michael's and EK Success. But that's not all. I have recently been offered the chance to teach 4 new jewelry classes at Michael's. Can you believe it? I'm over the moon (petticoats swaying)! Any who, at the end of this month I will be hosting two bead events that are sure to be lots of fun. I would love for all of you to join me.

With that said, I'm sure you ladies were sad to learn of the passing of Barbara Billingsley (June Cleaver) just as I was. Not only was she a great woman in real life, but the best darn T.V. mom to ever exist. Her style and grace, although fictional inspired me tremendously. Growing up watching reruns of Leave it to Beaver provided me with dreamy safe haven. June Cleaver taught me that it's okay to be pretty and feminine, and that a simple strand of pearls can be paired with almost any outfit.

In a day and age where simplicity and grace are frowned upon, I am thankful to Barbara Billingsley for bringing the role of June Cleaver to life, and leaving us all with rerun memories to hold near and dear to our hearts.

Have a Happy Sunday!