Some eye candy that is guaranteed to brighten up your Monday...

Friday I flew back to the states from Spain and it is good to be back. I forgot how green everything can be in Maryland this time of year, and it's absolutely beautiful (and allergy inducing).

Regardless I still spent most of this weekend outside, just soaking in all the spring growth and chirping birds. I think these pics embody the season and the desire to be outside -

could easily spend all day reading in this little nook

I would be happy in this little cottage...hopefully there is a sandy beach right behind it...

so pretty!  I love paths and lanes lined with trees

all images from Pinterest

Outdoor Living: Ideas for a Beautiful Balcony

Are you looking for ideas to spruce up your balcony for the season? Fresh flowers and assorted potted plants scattered about... a sweet bistro table for your morning coffee or afternoon tea... and bright patterned pillows!

Related: On the Patio

Outdoor Living - Beautiful Porches

and more Outdoor Living spaces

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Beautiful Living: Patio Furniture

How do you make your patio the fun hangout destination for this Spring and Summer? Here are some tips. Fill your outdoor space with vibrant colors and comfortable seating. Spruce up your patio furniture with bright patio furniture cushions. Create a container garden with blooming flowers... Since it's Friday, serve up your favorite cocktails, and viola ~ let's party!

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Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

The next time you are in South Florida, be sure to visit the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens. From listening to the beautiful music made by the Bamboo Grove and exploring the waterfalls, to contemplating in the rock garden and enjoying the beauty of the gardens ~ Morikami is a treat for your senses...

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Beautiful Home Living ~ Outdoor Furniture

We have been having so much fun in Boca this week. Yesterday we rented jet skis and today we toured Gumbo Limbo and the Morikami Museum / Japanese Gardens... I will have photos in a later post... now I could easily unwind

in this comfortable outdoor chair and ottoman or

these modern outdoor wicker chaise lounges!

Be sure to visit me over a t La Dolce Vita today and

enter the sweet little birdie necklace giveaway too!

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Beautiful Living : Outdoor Spaces

I want to close my eyes and be here when I open them. Ah... and breathe in the fresh air! What a wonderful spot to spend your Friday afternoon, or any afternoon for that matter. The coral pillows tossed in with the striped ones add a punch of color. Also, the two facing sofas and large coffee table create an inviting atmosphere for all of your entertaining... Now, where can I order that view?

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Beautiful Living : Outdoor Furniture

I know it's just Monday, but I'm ready to

relax on this sectional with a refreshing beverage!

Keep the summer going - lovely conservatory inspiration

Even though it is the last week of July - I feel like it is just now getting hot. And where better to practice the art of being languid then a conservatory, porch, or sunroom?

I'm not a huge fan of wicker but this conservatory is still delicious!


It's too cold in my climate to enjoy Christmas in a glass room, but this is just gorgeous


Such a charming and lived in space
via House to Home

via Livingetc

The overgrown "secret garden" style of this conservatory is right up my alley
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