Archive for March, 2010
Shades of green….
Posted by: | CommentsThis time of year always gets me itching for spring, and here in the Midwest, spring teases us often, but in reality, it 
is still a month or so away. So… my thoughts turn to fresh, green accents and shades of green that make me think of gardens and fresh air.
Here are a couple of inspirational photos that might inspire you to add a bit of “green” around your own abode….
This first image is from Pottery Barn… the fresh greens and spring flowers have a light and happy feel, something that makes my heart jump this time of year.
This second image is from Calico Corners, a sitting area decorated in those new citrus-green fabrics. A sunny spot that almost needs some lemonade and sugar
cookies to fully enjoy, no? I can just imagine that the trees outside that window are loaded with spring blossoms can’t you?
This third image is just makes me smile. It is a happy room from Better Homes and Gardens with that white woodwork and those fresh green walls, love that fabric on the accent chair too!
Have some fun with green in your home… by adding a simple vase with some fresh greens, or updating a room with fabrics or paint, the refreshing shades of green can move you into spring too!
A Comfortable Place…
Posted by: | CommentsOne of my favorite places in my home is my bed. I love everything about it, the mattress, the sheets, the duvet, the blankets, the pillows. I love to sleep in on the occasional morning and revel in the comfort and peace of laying in bed, pondering the day ahead.
Some of the things that I deem necessary for my comfortable bed include good quality sheets, allergy-free down pillows and duvet. In addition, one of the best gifts my husband ever bought for me was a body pillow, it adds another layer of comfort to my nest. Sometimes I even ponder the possibility that if I was to be bedridden for a period of time, I would actually enjoy the experience immensely, given my comfortable surroundings and a stack of books.
I think a comfortable bed and bedroom is one of the most luxurious gifts we can give ourselves. It is a personal space that we use to retreat, rest, sleep, and dream. It is our place of comfort at the end of a busy day and it restores our bodies and minds for the next day ahead. It does not need to be overly fancy or expensive, just hold the things that allow us to relax in comfort and to rejuvenate.
I hope your bedroom is a retreat for you as well. If it isn’t, what is one thing that you can do today to move your space in the direction of comfort and restoration?
