Saturday, May 19, 2012

Pretty posts to ponder and a hello from Teddy!

Good morning......some of the new items I featured yesterday will be added to my store as of later today or tomorrow for those of you emailed me yesterday to ask. Namely the statuary/planters, new porcelains and some of the pewter objects.

Also to all of you who have purchased items from my store...please send me your inspiration pictures, I love seeing what you have done and with your permission would love to add them to my newly added "Your enchanted home" section featuring your homes using my products!

I have over time come across so many amazing posts, posts that have touched me on one level or another, some just really tug at my heart, others totally appeal to my obsession for all things beautiful, some inspire me to run  out and start a project and others are just pure eye candy. I always bookmark special posts that are worth keeping and revisiting in ever growing "posts I love" file. Beautiful things never get old!

So......as I do periodically I like to share some favorite posts through my Posts to ponder. IF you have some free time this weekend, its a great way to take a quick trip to "an A list" of beautiful posts all in one fell swoop. I have so many others and obviously it would be impossible to share them all in one post, but in a few weeks i will do this again and promise it will be another treat worth the while! So thanks to all the talented bloggers for putting these together and to all my readers for following along. Wishing everyone a fabulous weekend!

Before we begin since so many of you frequently ask about dear Teddy..he agreed he was finally ready for his closeup and agreed to a photo session (his "spread" will publish next week) But here's the man looking like himself again with his hair growing back......he sends a HUGE thank you for all the love, prayers and kindness you have shown.....

And now for our featured presentation...........(click on links on bottom of each picture to visit)
Home Bunch...check out this beyond dreamy Provencal estate!


                                             
                         The Paper Mulberry...a farmhouse harvest, totally breathtaking

              http://thepapermulberry.blogspot.com/2011/09/farmhouse-harvest.html


Roses and Rust.....talk about opulent grandeur!

              http://rosesandrustblogger.blogspot.com/2012/02/decadent-grandeur.html


Splendid Sass...welcome to tablescape heaven!



Conspicuous Style....fabulous home office inspiration!




Classic Casual Home...this takes "taco night" to a whole new elegant level!



Chic Coastal Living...when I grow up I want my beach house to look like this!



Atelier de Campagne...remember that eye candy I mentioned? Here it is......




Haus Design.....droolworthy outdoor inspiration!




Splendid Market...talk about awe inspiring (hope my husband is reading this) Check out the Mothers day feast a bunch of dads, that's right, DAD'S made for these lucky ladies!!



The Enchanted Home.....still love this, a vintage country Christmas!



Jenny Steffens...these meatballs are really really good and the tutorial is fabulous!



Belgian Pearls...excellent and inspiring weekend decoration tips!


The French Tangerine.....talk about one heck of an absolutely beautiful backyard!! 

Castles Crowns and cottages...a beautiful and moving tribute to a mother



So there you have it...those should keep you busy for awhile!  I included one of my own because its one I actually forgot about until someone wrote me about it yesterday, telling me how much she loved it and that it transported her to her childhood Christmas's spent in Vermont and when I took another look at it.....I got that same warm,fuzzy feeling so wanted to share for anyone who might not have seen it. So many beautiful things to see, I swear scouring the Internet for inspiration could easily become a full time job! Minutes turn to hours and a "quick morning computer check" easily could turn into an all day affair!! But its so much fun and its rather mind blowing just how much there is to see and find and discover! Hope you enjoy and hope you have a fabulous weekend. The sun is shining so I am happy:)


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42 comments:

  1. very nice and inviteting..

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  2. Oh hooray! I was just wondering about Teddy yesterday. Love that sweet sugar face of his. If you think to give him a bisous from one of his admirers in Provence, that would be lovely. And speaking of lovely, Oh la there is so much to dig into here. Merci et Bon Weekend Tina!

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  3. Teddy is so handsome! I am so glad he is getting back to his old self!
    I always love it when you share blogs of inspiration with us! I will have to spend sometime later this evening checking some of these posts out!
    I hope you have a wonderful weekend...I am heading outside to clean Tinker up for a lunch tomorrow!
    Hugs from here
    Donna

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  4. Glad to hear Teddy is doing so well. I am off to visit a few of your recommends...I already know several of them. Blessings- xo Diana

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  5. Tina- I just read your country Christmas post and was FLOORED. It was BRILLIANT! I will be keeping one that myself, now off to read the others! I also loved the first one, what a dream of a house.

    So great to see Teddy's cute and sweet face smiling for the cameras, cannot wait to see more of his "photo shoot". Have a good weekend.

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  6. Good Morning Tina: If only it were raining this morning (glad its not!!)but I am on my way to the nursery to add to my backyard plantings. Can't wait to refer to many of your favorite posts!! Most importantly, little Teddy looks wonderful. I feel like I know him! Have a wonderful weekend! Mary Anne ox

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  7. Teddy looks so wonderful and happy and just like my Dylan, what handsome men they are and Teddy looks great! So glad he's feeling back in the pink.

    Your recommendations are some of my favorites. I'm off to visit the one or two I haven't been to before.

    Enjoy your weekend!
    XX
    Debra~

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  8. Such a lovely way to share images, Tina. I love this idea, as well as the one with your purchaser's images in your shop. Totally cool.

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  9. Oh it was so good to see Teddy!!! I love him! Dillon just had surgery this week, and it was hard going through that, so I know how difficult your experience was with Teddy's attack...well Dillon is on the mend too, its just hard to see our loved ones go through tough times...ok now Ive got time to take a peek at one of your posts above...

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  10. Hello Tina, I have not clicked on them all yet, but will do when I am relaxing on our newli finished patio (: where I wiil pour some beer out of your silver crest!

    Teddy seems recovered and strong looking, big dog ...that is great. Have a lovely weekend, Z

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  11. Welcome home Teddy!!! Tina, I'm new to your blog and just read the history of what happened - what a nightmare! I too have a precious, gentle golden retriever, I can't imagine the horror of him being attacked. Please do keep us posted on what happens with those three monster dogs, it's so scary to think that family has young children living under the same roof with such viciousness. Wishing you peace and love, big hugs to Teddy!

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  12. It's never too early
    to start thinking about
    Christmas, right?!

    Looking forward to
    popping in and having
    a look at some of these....

    Hugs to you and Teddy!

    xo Suzanne

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  13. What a great idea, I went through a few and can see why you felt they were "keepers". Thanks for sharing, and how wonderful to see Teddy's cute little face, he looks great and so happy. Whatever happened to those monsters who did this to him? I hope you will keep us posted, Tina.

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  14. Welcome back, Teddy Old Boy. You look great. And it's good news to hear that you are doing well.
    Thanks for all of eye candy here, Tina.
    Happy Saturday.

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  15. All lovely posts written my many of my blogger friends. So nice to see them featured. Happy weekend, Tina!

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  16. Hello lovely!

    Teddy looks very handsome and cute! x

    Thank you so much for this parade of blog goodness. So much to read and enjoy.

    Hope you are having a fab weekend.

    Lots of love from Sweden

    x Charlotta

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  17. Tina,

    So happy to see Teddy is up for making appearances. Great post as we transition from Sping to Memorial Day Weekend and yes onto Summer. Where does the time go? These are great return to posts. Always carry your dreams just a click away or vision board collage ready on your smartphone camera library. Peace is at our fingertips.

    Happy weekend to you!

    Bette

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  18. could you give teddy a special kiss and whisper it is from michele? pics of him always move me.

    i am reeeeelaxing. started out with a combat class (this aint ballet, honey) and now feel like i rule the world (not an everyday feeling for this girl).

    love to you.

    michele

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  19. I love when you share your favorites. I hope you have a great weekend. teddy is looking dapper:)

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  20. Ohhhh Tina,

    I am so flattered and happy that you included me in on this!!!!! As I was paging down, I kept AWING AND OOING at all the spectacular photos and DIVINE BLOGS you have here. My goodness, all the French ones ( I LOVE PROVENCE and I lived there for a while) are so enticing. And the I see my Mothers's Day tribute...my goodness you are ever so kind.

    I am so grateful that Teddy is back on his paws and that you my dear, have your beloved friend back to wag his TALE about this experience. Oh how blessed you are.

    Have a TERRIFIC WEEKEND!!!! Anita

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  21. hi tina
    so happy to see your dear sweet boy posing again! how dapper he looks with the jauntily raised eyebrow
    LOVE when you do such posts, some i have loved, others brand new. think i will put up my feet and enjoy some inspiration
    happy weekend
    xo
    debra

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  22. All gorgeous blogs, dear Tina...
    You are so right, a day in blogland is an easy thing to do...where did the time go? ;)


    What a blessing and relief to see your beautiful Teddy doing well! A hug and kiss from me please :)

    Have a fabulous Sunday,
    - Irina

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  23. OH so happy to see Teddy. Hope he is nearing 100%. Still worried other dogs might be around, please keep him close! xo. MB

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  24. so glad to see teddy is much better... xx
    wow... i thought i was behind in my reading... wow i had better kick it into gear!
    (i like yours - it is so special) .... miss you... xx

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  25. Tina,

    Hello! I hope your weekend is relaxing. Teddy looks fabulous! I am so happy to see he is doing better. These furry little ones mean so much to our lives and it is sad when they are feeling sick.

    I LOVE your holiday post...I loved it when you posted and I love it now. The others are all wonderful, beautiful and inspirational. Thank you for sharing.

    Have a great weekend, Elizabeth

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  26. I am so glad Teddy is doing better. All gorgeous blogs Tina. Thanks for sharing.

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  27. What a great post! You're great taste is expressed also in your generous spirit in sharing others' blogs. The resources here are amazing. Thanks and enjoy the rest of your weekend!
    xo
    Sharon

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  28. Aww Teddy is so cute! He and Wilson would be besties! Gorgeous photos!

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  29. YAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY
    for your family & THE ~Teddy~!!!!!!

    Im going to follow "Roses and Rust" reminds(pic) me of "Wuthering Heights". Blog following is time consuming (& yours)
    but so fun & informative.
    Tina you've taught me lots & I thank you you YOU:)!

    Give Teddy a HUGE hugs, he is darling!

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  30. Love Teddy! I'm so thrilled your boy is doing well!

    Anita's post "I am my Mother's Daughter," made me sob. I was completely and utterly moved by it. Love her! She has the sweetest heart. xoxo

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  31. So many lovely posts. I just visited yours (AMAZING) the first one (A DREAM) the one about mothers (MADE ME CRY) and the Taco night (INSPIRING). How kind for you to do this, thank you!

    Last how fabulous to see Mr. Teddy looking like his normal healthy self. He is such a good looking fella...give him a big hug from a fan! We are also having incredible weather and are headed out on our small boat today. Enjoy your Sunday.

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  32. Tina thanks again for featuring TFT and my backyard! You are such a doll.. I got on this morning and noticed 4 new followers.. that may be a daily thing for you, but I still get really excited about new followers - especially multiple additions in one day! Then it hit me.. it's thanks to your feature!
    Thanks so much! And so happy to see adorable Teddy.. he is SUCH a lover!
    XO
    jan

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  33. Dear Tina. Thank you so much for featuring my humble little blog! I missed your post and only realised something was up by the number of new followers and commenters mentioning they had come across my blog via yours. You are one of the most generous bloggers out there!! Your support is greatly appreciated. xx Sharon

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  34. Glad to see that Teddy is doing better. I've had fun visiting the sites and some of your favorite posts this morning...lots of great inspiration here. Have a great week. Mona

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  35. You are right...this is going to make me get another cup of coffee. Thanks for the Taco Tuesday mention.

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  36. Tina,
    Oh sweet Mr. Teddy, he's such a love!
    Thanks for some new reads! Some I know and some are new, will definitely take a gander!
    I know you will be off to a busy week!
    All the best, xo R

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  37. Teddy looks beautiful! I'm so happy he is better and I can't wait to see his glamour shots... :) Thanks for the links! I will have to check them out!

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  38. teddy is so cute.
    i am so happy he is 'A Okay' and back on track.
    where would we be without our animals?

    xx

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  39. Hi Ms. Tina,

    Snuck away from blog land last week. Just needed a break. Still no package for Teddy? Not happy here...

    You are linking up to so many wonderful bloggers! Bravo!

    Hugs to you. E-mail coming soon.

    hugshugshugs

    Mon

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  40. I just so looove all the photos on these page. They are all amazing! I really enjoyed your blog. More power to you!

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  41. Teddy is such a sweetie, I am so glad he's doing well!

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  42. Woah, paper mulberry is amazing.....

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