Things of beauty...

Day three...its still raining and blowing a hooley out there. Gotta love Springtime in England. On the agenda today: swimming. Well actually this translates to me shivering in the pool, not swimming very much atall while I try to stop my youngest child from drinking too much pool water.

Some things of beauty to consider...

I recall seeing this picture once and have always remembered it. Positively sandwiched between the rocks, its in France. I don't think you'd feel concerned being here in a storm - you'd have nature's ultimate protection either side of you.

A row of almond blossom in Spring...


My new blog crush...thxthxthx: A thankyou note a day. This is where Leah writes thank you notes (as all well mannered do) to random daily things. I liked this one but there are many, many to bring a wry smile of knowing...

Royal Copenhagen crockery...


Tiffanys Elsa Peretti bone cuffs, love these...

Gorgeous cuteness for babies...having seen my nephew, one always forgets just how tiny newborns are...


I love the panelled door, the muted blue tones and the distressed lamp...

Natalia Vodianova looking dreamy...


Another doorway...this one is in Morocco...


Wonderful image; Lily Cole in Vogue in a dress that is almost wearing her rather than the other way around...

Things of beauty...teatime

I have had a thoroughly lovely day so far. Time to collect the Boos from school now...

I am off for a birthday tea party now...cucumber sandwiches anyone?

Waiting for the lily of the valley to come up in my garden...its nearly time...

Sienna Miller looking rather fabulous and barefoot in blue jeans...

I am liking utility things this week...like pegs...


And old door handles, crackled (is that a word?) paint...

Wooden spoons...


I should take heed of this sentiment...instead I buy, buy, buy (but it is my birthday!)

I like things that come in blue packages....

I saw this painting today in the Pallant House Gallery 'Lemons in a Blue Basket' by Christopher Wood...love the blue and yellow contrast. Its been an arty day :-)