The view from my backyard...

Thought I would do something a little different today.  I live across from the beach in Downeast Maine (that's local speak for this part of the coast) and want to post a video of my view.  It was clear, sunny and a balmy 43 degrees, so I was bundled up with layers!  Have a great rest of the weekend!

(video by me)

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Dear design diary...

I was so excited to see Ruthie Sommers in the new issue of 'Veranda!' - I haven't seen any of her work recently so its about time as she is one of my favorites. What a gorgeous home in Chicago - with signature Ruthie touches- pink, elephants, lots of color, Palm Beach style and wallpaper. Feast your eyes and let me know which room is your favorite!!

Purple, yellow and an elephant table 

Soothing and love the rugs -

Parisian salon style -

Lacquered walls - dramatic

Soft pink and tailored curtains

Gorgeous wallpaper in gray with green - stunning

Pink, pink and pink!

Gorgeous mirror, lattice cabinets and that light -

(all images by Francesco Lagnese for VERANDA)

Love the inspiration of Ruthie's style in these rooms - does it give you

any ideas to try in your home?  Paint color? wallpaper?

lighting? mirrors in the living room?

Food for thought -

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