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Floral Friday: A Basket Of Spring

March 16, 2018~ Easter, Floral Friday

“Be exalted, O God, above the heavens! Let your glory be over all the earth!”
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭57:11‬ ‭

Hello sweet friends and welcome to another edition of Floral Friday!  I am joining my talented blogging friends Shirley, Mary, and Lidy to bring you loads of flower therapy and inspiration!  You will find us here on the first and third Friday of each month, and this week you will see so much spring! Be sure to stop in and see their beautiful designs, linked at the bottom of my post.  Now come inside for a “basket of spring”!

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I just love the colors of spring, don’t you?!

  The Fitz and Floyd rabbit decided to come off the book shelf to join in the fun.  This little pitcher has been with me longer than I can remember!

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 I was so excited to see the blush roses tinged in pink.

 A basket from Hobby Lobby (50% off) is filled with the colors of spring!  Yellow tulips, pastel blue hydrangeas, blush roses, bridal wreath (aka shoe button) spirea, and fortunately there was still some forsythia blooming!

  My plans were to be outdoors for this Floral Friday, but forty degree temperatures and twenty five mile an hour winds threw a wrinkle in that plan.  I decided to move my arrangement from the dining table to the family room coffee table for a few photos, just a change of scenery, I guess!

I won’t normally be doing an elaborate arrangement like this, (whew…a lot of time and effort) but Easter is a favorite time at our house as we celebrate Christ’s resurrection!

 Early morning light and some mini Cadbury eggs snuck onto the table…I might have enjoyed a few!

I decided to move it back to the dining room.  The small rabbit to the left holds a special place in my heart, my precious mother made it many years ago!

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  1. Mary says

    March 16, 2018 at 6:51 AM

    Gorgeous Pam! Your arrangement is beautiful in all your settings but I especially love getting a peek into your family room…those drapes, swoon! I love your addition of your willowy forsythia sprigs~ they add such a graceful garden touch to your basket arrangement paired with the hydrangeas, roses and tulips. Adorable Fitz & Floyd bunny pitcher and wee bunny your mother made too! We had 40 mph lake winds yesterday, the screened porch looked a war zone. I had to batten down the hatches! Thank you for floral inspiration this morning. It’s always a pleasure blog hopping with you.♥

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  2. inspiredbyjoydianne says

    March 16, 2018 at 7:19 AM

    Oh my goodness, Pam, this is so beautiful. The basket find is perfect to hold such beautiful flowers. I love it sitting in front of your green sofa with the pillows that are perfectly matched. Fitz and Floyd rabbit a treasure but little one made by your Mother carries even deeper meaning. Beautiful! I don’t know when I have seen such a beautiful combination.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 8:44 AM

      You are so sweet, Dianne. Wishing you a joy-filled weekend!

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  3. Roxanne says

    March 16, 2018 at 8:06 AM

    Your arrangement is a beautiful breath of Spring, Pam. It looks beautiful in both rooms. I love rabbits, and the one your mother made is a precious treasure. Yesterday I decided to mow grass for 3 hours in all that wind. I thought I was going to be blown off the mower! Hope you all have a good weekend with no gall bladder attacks.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 8:44 AM

      Thank you Roxanne, March always gives us the unexpected. I hope we escape any gall bladder attacks this weekend. Blessings~

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  4. Rita C. says

    March 16, 2018 at 8:09 AM

    Wow, Pam! Your effort certainly paid off. That is a beauty, and I love all the wild extensions of the flowers!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 8:43 AM

      Thank you Rita! Have a great weekend!

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  5. Liz @ Home and Gardening With Liz says

    March 16, 2018 at 8:41 AM

    Your arrangement is fantastic- love the combo of florals you used. I like the moss draping downward too! Love the basket- lovely job!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 8:42 AM

      Thank you so much, Liz! Have a great weekend!

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  6. Pinky Szaflarski says

    March 16, 2018 at 8:52 AM

    Oh Pam, your arrangement is just beautiful! You girls have inspired me to make a basket arrangement and then gift it to my daughter for Easter. The forsythia makes your arrangement so light and airy. I love the combo of flowers you chose. Have a beautiful weekend!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 19, 2018 at 11:54 AM

      Thanks so much Pinky!

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  7. Shannon@Belle Bleu Interiors says

    March 16, 2018 at 8:55 AM

    Pam, your spring arrangement is absolutely breathtaking. It looks beautiful in both your dining room and living room. It would be difficult to choose where to put it. Enjoy you day, and have a wonderful weekend!!!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 9:01 AM

      Thanks so much, sweet friend!

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  8. Katie Clooney says

    March 16, 2018 at 9:06 AM

    Pam.. your flower arrangement is positively breathtaking!! Also love your drapes in the living room. Have a wonderful weekend. Hope it warms up for you!!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 9:08 AM

      Thank you dear Katie. It is warming up for some more rain, but I am not complaining!

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  9. Bonnie Morgan says

    March 16, 2018 at 9:28 AM

    I adore your arrangement. The wispy airy effect with favorite spring flowers in a basket with mossy touches brightened my morning. Your Fitz and Floyd pitcher and compote of candy eggs with your mother’s bunny added a special accent. Spirea, forsythia, roses, hydrangeas and tulips are so lovely together! I love how you placed it in various locations. Such a treat!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 9:44 AM

      Thanks you Bonnie…enjoy time with your grands!

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  10. the Painted Apron says

    March 16, 2018 at 9:42 AM

    Just stunning Pam! And it looks fabulous everywhere! But I do love it on your dining room table where you can see it the best…the arrangement is gorgeous, worth your effort! The bunnies are adorable~ Love these floral Fridays!
    Jenna

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 9:44 AM

      Thank you Jenna, it is sunny and mild this morning!

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  11. frenchgardenhouse says

    March 16, 2018 at 9:44 AM

    Happy Floral Friday sweet friend! What a stunning arrangement you have made, just drop dead gorgeous. A feast for the eyes, and fitting of the glorious holiday Easter is. {and the flowers are all real, and beautiful!} xo Lidy

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 9:49 AM

      Thank you dearest Lidy! I love sharing Floral Friday with you!

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  12. Brenda Southern says

    March 16, 2018 at 9:46 AM

    Beautiful arrangements!!! Love the blush roses!!!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 9:48 AM

      Thank you dear friend❤️

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  13. shirley@housepitalitydesigns says

    March 16, 2018 at 10:21 AM

    Another gorgeous arrangement that you bring to us for Floral Friday! …. Oh I so love it when you share your beautiful rooms in your home. The colors of your Spring bouquet make us anxious to see the buds of Spring coming soon….Love the Fitz and Floyd Bunny…but must say that the sweet bunny that your mom made is truly the special piece of your Spring Basket vignette. Have a most wonderful weekend Pam…so great to share Floral Friday with you!!!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 11:31 AM

      Love sharing it with you. Can’t wait to hear about your trip!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 4:54 PM

      Thank you Shirley, btw my mother’s name was Shirley.

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  14. Linda says

    March 16, 2018 at 1:29 PM

    Pam, what a gorgeous display of flowers. Looks like Spring. The florals look fabulous no matter where they are. Loving the The Fitz and Floyd rabbit. I have a tall one with a basket in the back. Have a wonderful weekend.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 4:53 PM

      Thank yo7 so much Linda, have a great weekend!

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  15. Karen Skinner says

    March 16, 2018 at 3:19 PM

    Gorgeous basket arrangement! I may have my florist copy it! Love the little bunny your mom made. So special and meaningful. Also, your Fitz and Floyd bunny is perfect! ?

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 4:52 PM

      Thank you dearest Karen…have a beautiful weekend,

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  16. Marilyn says

    March 16, 2018 at 5:21 PM

    Pam it is beautiful. A wonderful job.
    Marilyn

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 5:36 PM

      Thank you so much Marilyn, have a great weekend!

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  17. Marion says

    March 16, 2018 at 5:21 PM

    Gorgeous. I love the bunny. So cute.
    Marion

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 5:36 PM

      Thanks you Marion, have a wonderful weekend!

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  18. Maristella says

    March 16, 2018 at 5:35 PM

    Just Adorable…Made me smile!The bunny is precious !Hugs!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 5:39 PM

      Thank you Maristella!

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  19. marmeladegypsy says

    March 16, 2018 at 5:43 PM

    What a perfect Friday sight! I love your sweet buns and your flowers are like a magical mist of beauty, making me smile so very happily! Beautiful in every way.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 16, 2018 at 7:13 PM

      Thank you dearest Jeanie! Have a wonderful weekend!

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  20. Nancy Brantley says

    March 16, 2018 at 10:55 PM

    The basket of flowers is beautiful! So is that Fitz and Floyd bunny….but little white bunny is precious! Your family room is pretty with all that color!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 19, 2018 at 11:53 AM

      Thanks so much dearest Nancy!

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  21. mypie2016 says

    March 17, 2018 at 3:40 AM

    Love, love the colors and the beautifull rabbit pitcher. Great job Pam ???

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  22. Sandra at Maison De Jardin says

    March 17, 2018 at 9:39 AM

    Pam: Gorgeous arrangement and one that would be lovely in any room. Love the Fitz and Floyd bunny, he has such personality. But, the one your mom made is so dear.

    Thank you for a lovely treat for my eyes this morning, your posts always adds to my day.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 19, 2018 at 11:53 AM

      Sandra, I have many beautiful things that were made by my mother’s loving hands!

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  23. Cynthia Raines says

    March 17, 2018 at 11:23 AM

    Love the height of this arrangement. The bridal wreath spirea and the forsythia are lovely additions with their spring branches. The unique shape of the basket is special along with the cute bunnies. Very lovely.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 19, 2018 at 11:52 AM

      Thanks so much Cynthia and also for your visit!

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  24. Nancy says

    March 18, 2018 at 8:30 AM

    Such a lovely spring bouquet! Incredible talent you have! You have inspired me to get the rest of my Easter decorations out!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 19, 2018 at 11:48 AM

      Thanks so much, Nancy. You are so sweet~

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  25. Snap says

    March 18, 2018 at 5:55 PM

    Gorgeous arrangements. I love Fitz and Floyd and “knew” that was a F and F bunny! Easter eggs and bunnies, pastel colors. Spring can’t be far behind!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 19, 2018 at 11:38 AM

      Thank you Snap!

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  26. Ann Krucek says

    March 18, 2018 at 7:03 PM

    Just beautiful!! I am loving your Floral Friday segments!! I just wish I had unlimited access to fresh flowers!!
    Wouldn’t that be wonderful?!?! Very pretty for your Easter celebration!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 19, 2018 at 11:33 AM

      Thanks so much Ann!

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  27. Sheltie Times says

    March 19, 2018 at 7:10 AM

    It does brighten the day on these still cold snowy days.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 19, 2018 at 11:27 AM

      Thank you!

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  28. Patti Fralix says

    March 19, 2018 at 7:38 AM

    Pam, I had no idea that your talents include creating such beautiful floral arrangements! This is so beautiful. And the bunnies, especially the one made by Shirshee, add a special touch.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 19, 2018 at 11:23 AM

      Thank you dear friend. I love Mother’s little bunny that is at least 35 years old!

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  29. larr says

    March 19, 2018 at 6:17 PM

    Gorgeous Spring floral arrangement. It makes me feel that Spring is really here, even if it doesn’t feel like it outside. Wishing you a very happy Easter!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 20, 2018 at 1:41 PM

      Thanks so much for visiting!

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  30. Bobbi Duncan says

    March 19, 2018 at 9:20 PM

    Pam, I love your beautiful, airy arrangement! All of you ladies are so talented that I never come away without terrific ideas. Your family room drapes are gorgeous! Wish you could still find those great fabrics. Hugs!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 19, 2018 at 10:07 PM

      Bobbi, thank you. Beautiful fabrics are so hard to find. I have had these window treatments for over 15 years and I still love them!

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  31. patt @ pandora's box says

    March 22, 2018 at 3:24 PM

    Wow – you certainly have a flair for arranging flowers – this is lovely!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 23, 2018 at 9:23 AM

      Thank you Patti for your visit!

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  32. Jann Olson says

    March 24, 2018 at 10:34 PM

    Pam, it’s lovely! You really have a talent for arranging. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      March 25, 2018 at 7:08 AM

      You are so sweet! Blessings~

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Hello friends, I don’t know about you, but I am Hello friends, I don’t know about you, but I am ready for spring. Meteorological Spring begins this Saturday, March 1 and I am going with it. I have pulled spring flower arrangements from my blog archives. I hope you enjoy the flower therapy! You can see all of them by clicking on the  LINK in bio.

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Happy Tuesday! Welcome to the Sunshine Cottage whe Happy Tuesday! Welcome to the Sunshine Cottage where it is warm and cozy on this cold February day. It is Tea on Tuesdays and I have set a tea table with the “Blue Roses” collection that was a collaboration between @victoriamagazine and @april.cornell The exclusive porcelain pattern and matching linens have been used many times and I still enjoy their blue and white beauty. Instead of fresh flowers, porcelain ones require no arranging. Sweet treats pair perfectly with a traditional English Breakfast tea. I am joining friends Sarah @sjpa48 and Mary homeiswheretheboatis.net

#teaontuesdays #teatime #victoriamagazine #aprilcornell #southernladymag #teatimemagazine #thecottagejournal #teatimepoetry #porcelainflowers #pjssunshinecottage #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy Thursday and Valentine’s Eve! In celebrati Happy Thursday and Valentine’s Eve! In celebration of the day, I pulled images from my blog archives for inspiration❤️💗❤️

Wishing everyone a lovely Valentine’s Day ❤️

#valentinesday #southernladymag #victoriamagazine #traditionalstyle #grandmillenial #valentinestablescape #valentinedecor #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy first Monday of February! After so many cold Happy first Monday of February! After so many cold days, we are experiencing a tease of spring with a 73 degree day that is forecast. After the gray and cloudy days, I needed a dose of color and decided to set a colorful citrus themed brunch! Using a bird gold and pewter stand, I mixed a citrus medley of lemons, oranges, and limes with pink and white carnations as the centerpiece. The table is highlighted with blue and white dishware. Fresh squeezed orange juice, French-pressed coffee and sweet treats of lemon poppyseed muffins, lemon cake with lemon icing, and lemon pastries are perfect for a small brunch. A faux lemon topiary belonged to my beloved Mother and seemed a perfect addition to a citrus-themed table! You are invited to join me and my Monday Morning Blooms friends, Lidy @frenchgardenhouse Sarah @sjpa48 and Mary homeiswheretheboatsis.net by clicking the LINK in my bio!

#mondaymorningblooms🌻 #citrus #floraldesign #brunch #southernladymagazine #victoriamagazine #thecottagejournal #grandmillennial #traditionaldecor #lemons #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Welcome to Sunshine Cottage where I have been fluf Welcome to Sunshine Cottage where I have been fluffing for Valentine’s Day! For many years my Sweetheart and I have celebrated February 14th at home where it is quiet, no reservations are required, and we always have a table by the window! 

I love the traditional colors of red and pink! Frilly carnations fill a vintage Staffordshire, ‘Charlotte’ pitcher which rests on an antique Limoges plate with a velvet gold-crowned heart. The plate stack consists of a Royal Stafford ‘Asiatic pheasant’ dinner plate, American Atelier ‘Baroque’ luncheon/salad plate, Johnson Brothers, ‘Winchester’ salad plate, and a vintage pierced Bavarian rose plate! I am a huge fan of mixing colors, patterns, and textures for a collected look. 

I have joined 17 table stylists for a Valentine’s Day Blog Hop. Click the LINK in my bio to see all of the Valentine inspiration!

#southernladymag #valentineday #valentinestablescape #valentinesday #victoriamagazine #romanticdecor #traditionalstyle #replacementsltd #flowermagazine #thecottagejournal #pjssunshinecottage #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy Tuesday! On this very cold winter’s day, I Happy Tuesday! On this very cold winter’s day, I am serving my favorite tea, Earl Grey, in the Sunshine Cottage where it is warm and cozy! The magic of dancing sunlight enhances the table that is dressed with a warm tartan plaid throw repurposed as a tablecloth! ‘Winter Fauna’ bird salad plates from Pottery Barn (many years ago and now discontinued) remind me of the birds I watch from my kitchen window during the winter season. The Grace Teaware set adds more blue and white to the Spode ‘Blue Room’ dinner plates. Sweet treats were placed on a stack of Bordallo Pinheiro plates! A darling Hummel ‘Icy Adventure’ depicts a scene of an outdoor frozen pond with a pair of sweet ice skaters, a rosy cheeked boy and girl who have fallen down on the ice. I am sharing Tea on Tuesdays with Shannon @bellebleuinteriors and Mary homeiswheretheboatis.net Link in my Bio will take you to my blog post! Stay warm and safe!

#teaontuesdays #teatime #teatimemagazine #teatimepoetry #victoriamagazine #southernladymag #pjssunshinecottage #tea #graceteaware #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy Thursday! Mid January with cold weather and Happy Thursday! Mid January with cold weather and I am thinking about my spring and summer garden! I have ordered seeds that are to arrive tomorrow…zinnias, sunflowers, and giant marigolds! On today’s blog post (LINK IN BIO) I am sharing my photo journal from 2024’s garden! Grab a cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and join me.

#mygarden #gardening #cottagegarden #gardendesignmag #gardengatemagazine #southernladymag #victoriamagazine #gardener #gardeninglife #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
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