A Little Of This...A Little Of That

 This was the view from my desk on this rainy day.

My Dears,

Hope you had a lovely weekend...albeit, for most of us it was quite stormy with these severe Spring showers.
The trees and plants seem to be happy as they continue to bud and flourish with all this rainy weather. It's not so bad really. There is something to be said about the sweet scent in the air after a spring misting. Just yesterday my landscaper was working on my neighbor's property. I walked outside and immediately was greeted by the heady scent of verdure. I find it quite intoxicating...and invigorating. Spring is in the air! *ponders somersaulting, but resists the silly urge.*

My side view from the desk. It was quite wet out there!

The cloudy sky didn't diminish the beauty of nature's palette.

I couldn't wait to get home from work today and put the kettle on. Today was such a tea and reading day. I arrived home to find my latest copy of The English Home waiting by the door. I knew a blissful interlude was to be had. So I poured myself a cuppa (Darjeeling), sat in my cozy chair, and opened my magazine. I've always considered myself quite the anglophile so it's no surprise, to those who know me, that I lose myself in this magazine. It wasn't too long before Mr. Knightley jumped on my lap and joined in on the bliss.

 Love this magazine!

Their ads are simply scrumptious! A feast for the eyes!

 Le sigh....

 I want this kitchen!! *getting the vapors now*
Actually, I want that stove!

 Yes..they feature beautiful gardens too!

***Magazine images courtesy of the English Home. 

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Okay I think you get the idea of just how much I enjoy this magazine. I apologize for the quality of these shots. I didn't have the right lighting at the time I photographed the pages. I just wanted to give you a taste of this most delightful indulgence. If you haven't had the pleasure of reading the English Home, please give it a try. I think you'll enjoy it!

*nudged by the cat* Okay, okay! I can take a hint! 

Mr. Knightley wants to be included in this post!

So this weekend my fella and I were away in Pennsylvania. On our way back we traveled through a a town called Zionsville and ventured into their antique mall. Heavens to Betsy!! This place was huge and walking through it all was our workout for the day. *chuckles* Really, this is quite the place and chock full of fabulous vintage wares. I must share with you what my honey bought for me!

My very own vintage waffle iron!!!

 Yes..my fella has offered to help clean it!

I absolutely love my waffle iron..and it works too!! Once we get it all clean, I shall waste no time in making my very own Harmonie House Waffles! My fella already has recipe ideas. He's quite the foodie you know!

I think I should like to return to that mall in the future and see what other sweet vintage finds will await me.

I have realized that I haven't shared a picture of my upstairs hallway table. It's not just any table, but an antique Singer treadle machine. I'm fortunate to own a pair and both in pretty nice condition. The one you are about to see is in my upstairs hall. Upon it is one of my earlier antique treasures...an old gas lamp that was electrified sometime in the 50's. The shade is milk glass.

A sweet spot in the hall.

Here's a closer look. It can use a little TLC, but I love it as is.

My other treadle machine is in better condition and I can actually use it if I chose to sew on it. Let's state for the record, I can sew...but I do not enjoy it much. I sew out of necessity not passion. That being said, I may one day share with you some of my Edwardian outfits made by moi. Anyhow...I thought you might like to have a look at my hall "table". *smiles*

Since I'm in show-and-tell mode, I might as well share with you an image of my sideboard taken on Valentine's evening.

The glow on Valentine's evening.

Isn't it pretty? My honey had these carnations delivered and brought me roses too (delivered personally)...and Godiva! Have you ever had a dark chocolate, raspberry filled truffle and washed it down with a nice glass of red wine? You may want to try it. No really...I mean it. Tis one of my indulgences.  *sigh* I guess I should have posted this picture in February, but better late than never...n'est pas?

So there you have it my dears...a little bit of this and a little bit of that! I'm tired and need to start getting ready for bed. I wish you all a fine week and as always, oodles of bliss!

xoxo

Miss Sandra