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Orla Kiely Wallpaper.

We wallpapered Rach's daughter's bedroom with this super cute Orla Kiely wallpaper this week.  Actually, Rach really did all of the work while I talked and took pictures!

I need to take some better pictures - but couldn't resist sharing these!  The room looks completely different - there used to be vertical stripes in there.

It was definently the easiest wallpaper we have ever worked with.  Bea and Eloise are so excited about their new room!

Olive tried to get into the action too - but she eventually got bored and sat back and watched!

I will post better pictures when the room is put back together!

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Olive.

Let me introduce you to Rach's new pug Olive.

We had to say goodbye to her pug, Harley, after 14 years.  She was a great pal and the dog that made me crazy about Pugs and want a pug of my own.  Before I had Scout, I would always ask Rach if I could take Harley home with me!

I think Olive has the same playful energy that Scout has!  She is still so tiny, yet very feisty!

Definently a bit of a rascal!

Eloise and Olive in the morning - what a pair!  Eloise loves her pugs and could happily spend all of her time just letting them lick her face and hair!  When she is not playing with Olive, she is looking at cute pictures of pugs online and in books!  I am so happy that Eloise, Bea, and Sol have a new dog to love and take care of!  Welcome to the family Olive!

Stay tuned...there may be another dog joining the family soon!

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Outdoor Swings and Fireplaces.

The warmer weather has me wishing I had a fabulous backyard with a swing and fireplace!  On Summer evenings at our parent's house we always sit outside by the fire and it is such a luxury!  Wishing I had my own backyard to relax and entertain on summer evenings.

Such a gorgeous and cozy seating area!

via Domino

How great would a fireplace on a dock be!

Love this!

via Head Over Heels

What a great spot to hide and read a book!

via Sunset

Love this sweet hidden fireplace with a pair of bertoia chairs.

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Oranges.

Lately oranges and clementines are tasting super good to me - I can't get enough of them.  I also love their color - they make a great statement just piled up in a bowl!  When I can't splurge on flowers, oranges are the next best thing!  I like to have them around like that - ready to grab!

I especially love to find them with the leaves still on!