While I was away

I has been a little over 2 months since I blogged last and I hope to get more consistent and continue with this great love.  On my break I've been taking real estate classes in Texas, passed the Texas real estate test, prepared our son for his junior year of college and our youngest son for his senior year in high school.  We have survived one of the hottest summers on record in Dallas, Texas and took a much needed vacation to Orange County California.  We've enjoyed weekend trips to Oklahoma to see our newlywed daughter and tried to play a little tennis.  Because I love the coastal feel of homes and now that I am a real estate agent I decided to begin this week with an amazing home we saw on our vacation in Corona Del Mar, California.

305 Poppy Avenue

Corona Del Mar, California 92625

This 3 bedroom home is approximately 3,000 square feet and steps to the beach.  The town itself is so quaint and offers great shopping, family activities and beautiful weather.  For more information and photos go here.  

Enjoy!

Love.... Ellen De Meutter

On my recent visit to Los Angeles we visited several art galleries.  The Ellen De Meutter exhibit at Roberts and Tilton was fantastic and inspired me to blog about her paintings.

{photos via Ellen De Meutter via Roberts and Tilton)

A Room with Tea and Wit

On our way to Carmel last week we spent a day and night in San Francisco.  One of our most favorite cities, and I stumbled upon this precious tea room, Crown & Crumpet in Ghiradelli Square.  Everything from the decor to the menu makes me happy!  A destination tearoom know for top-quality food and excellent libations, all with the style and charm that one finds in modern day Britian.  Next time you are in San Francisco I recommend you stop by.  

{photos taken by me}

Couples Get Away

After living in Northern California for a few years, I have always loved traveling back to Carmel.  It's location, beauty and charm put this city at the top of my "favorite" list.  I'm looking forward to another visit with great friends to celebrate special birthdays in April.

We are going to be staying at the Cypress Inn which is located in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, surrounded by galleries, restaurants, and just blocks from the beautiful beach.  Dogs and cats are welcome guests if desired and the Inn is owned by Doris Day and Dennis LeVett.  We can hardly wait to get there!