{ 11 Valentine Ideas }

Valentines day is only a few days away and I thought some Valentine inspiration wouldn't hurt.I have picked out 11 gift ideas that I found truly adorable - something meaningful.I obviously like all the ideas since I picked them out, but I have to say that I really adore the pictures with the small folded hearts and the cute tags in the first row. It shouldn't be that hard to make these ourselves,

{ Red Christmas temptations }

Do you need some help with your Christmas wishes this year?  Maybe these red delights is something that would be nice under the Christmas tree?You can find them here:Vipp: New Collection Feb. 2011 (Yes, you have to wait *smile*)Nespresso: Nespresso C120 Citiz & MilkDualit:  2 slice lite toasterKitchenAid: Stand mixer Bruka design: Mail boxYou can of course find them in other colors as well, but I

{ Happy Thanksgiving! }

Today it's Thanksgiving here in the US! It's actually the first time I'm going to celebrate it and I am very excited! My dear friend Sarah and I are going to make dinner together and I'm in charge of the table setting as well. Hopefully I will get some good pictures taken so I can share our dinner with you. Thanksgiving is probably the most important holiday for most Americans. It's a long

{ Holding on to Summer! }

I don't know about you, but I'm not quite done with the summer yet. Of course I look forward to do cosy things like lighting candles in the dark evenings and sink into my sofa tucked in with a woollen throw, while I'm drinking a cup of hot chocolate. But right now I want to enjoy what's left of the summer! So today I'm showing you this beautiful and summery balcony...The red details makes it look

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.Here's a little music to accompany this poinsettia. It's Elvis, who I think is the rockin King of Christmas music!Merry' Christmas Baby ~ Elviswww.youtube.com/watch?v=gtjY3X-8JVE

Even nature is thinking of the upcoming holidays...

Berry-okeh, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.I spotted these gorgeous berries today, and couldn't resist taking their photos. I feel this is nature saying, the holidays are coming. Are you ready?

Bougainvillea

Flowers are Red, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.This beautiful bougainvillea lives in my coastal Southern California neighborhood. It lines paths, fences, and driveways throughout. After researching this plants history, I found an article that is superbly written. Instead of giving you second hand information, click the title above, and you'll be taken to the article. Here is the web

Costco Roses

Nothing says romance quite like roses, and in today's economy, you can pinch pennies and please your sweetheart. Costco has the most stunning rose bouquets, and they come in assorted sizes.The Costco florist told me she loves her job, and it's a pleasure to spend her day with flowers. If you really want to impress your sweetheart, come home with one of their wonderfully chef prepared meals and a