1. This week has been a fun one. The highlights – Mom joined me Tuesday to watch Hamilton (which I’ve seen a ridiculous number of times now) and have lunch. We had the best time, just the two of us. R was away for the first trip since February. Also, we are moving our son from his internship back to school to kick off his senior year. This week I shared a yummy fig tart recipe, favorite picks from the Nordstrom early access sale, and patio inspiration for our upcoming patio project.

2. This was my most popular pin this week and for good reason. Kate Marker gets it right every single time.
3. Have you seen the Hand & Hearth fall release? Lots of fun things…
4. My SIL introduced me to Dr. Dray, a YouTuber who is also a dermatologist. She gives good honest feedback about drugstore products that I find helpful. I’ve been using this shampoo that she recommended and really like it.

5. Our front window boxes are loving all the rain they’ve been receiving lately which makes me happy also.
Hey, Rene’,
Love the flower boxes!
Quick question: You painted your brick on your house? Colors, please!
Thank you, Ann! Here is a post that should answer your question. Hope this helps! https://cottageandvine.net/2012/07/my-paint-colors-exterior.html