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There is just so much we just don’t know, and If we ever needed a reminder, we surely have it now. Buddhists say cultivating “Don’t Know Mind” is a path from fear to hope, possibility, and higher consciousness. I hope you might take some comfort in “Finding Relief in a World of Panic”, blog post. Link in profile
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#Tara #dontknowmind #wordstoliveby #buddhism #buddha #wordsofwisdom #wordsofencouragement #staystrong #stayfocused #stayhealthy #washyourhands #quince

Remember that among the clouds of madness and worry swirling around us now, there are rainbows. This one appeared yesterday as I was driving to town. .
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#wordstoliveby #rancholazaca #foxencanyon #santaynezvalley #rainbow #cloudscape #landscape #alwayslookup

Like a beautiful, sunny melody, I can’t get this image out of my head. It could be the South of France or the North of Italy, but in fact it is the Southern California home of Brooke and Steve Giannetti, complete with menagerie of miniature farm animals that are adorable beyond belief. Goats! Donkeys! Shaggy Highland cows!  I was honored to write about Patina Farm a few years ago for @verandamag , and the Giannettis have become friends. Just the other day some we had a girlfriends’ lunch at the farm and it was so great. Swipe for a few more pics, and go to my link in bio to see more of Patina Farm. Everywhere you look is a picture! Beyond inspiring!

Photographed by Lisa Romerein for Veranda
@brookegiannetti @patinafarm @slimpaley @hollyejacobs @rosestoryfarm

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Happy #internationalwomensday! I am celebrating the day with words from some of the women who inspire me. Pop by my stories for more and tag the women who inspire you in the comments! ⁠
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#motivationmonday #motivationalquotes #flahsesofdelight #mayaangelou #quotes #francesschultz #adventure #wanderlust #missioninlife #purposedriven #compassion #quotes #empoweringwomen #leadingwomen

Woke up dreaming of summer days by the pool at Bee Cottage, balmy evenings in the garden and cocktails with friends. ​Loved every minute there, and love now that someone else is loving it 😉 The Bee Cottage Story will be with me always. Thank you all again who supported me in that journey and showed love for that little book. Six printings and still going…⁠
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…………….#entertaining#enterttainingathome#modernmartha#thatsdarling #acolorstory #bandofun #fromwhereistand #acolorstoryweekend #thatsdarling #tlpicks #abmlofeiscolorful #darlingweekend #dslooking #welllived #travelbug #flashesofdelight #theeverygirl #lonelyplanet #thebeecottage⁠
#acolorstory #thehappynow #southernliving #southerncalifornia #californiacookingandsouthernstyle #californiacookingandsouthernhospitality #francesschultz #stephanievalentine #thebeecottagestory #beecottage #easthampton

Managed to make it to Palm Beach in time for Evensong @bbtschurch and it was worth the hustle. Sooo beautiful and just the right end to a busy beautiful wedding weekend nearby, and an inspiring start to the first week in Lent, a time of contemplation and self examination in the Christian church.
#bethesdabythesea #evensong #cloister #prettylight #lent #contemplative #sundayvibes

Protection from Cologne-a virus. The man in seat ahead of me has totally overdone the Chanel No 5 and I was being asphyxiated… and then I just gave up. It’s hard to breathe in these things… but thank you again for parting with your precious supply @ dear Steph!

Happy Birthday today to our darlin’ fabulous mama, who would come back from the grave and snatch me baldheaded if I told how old she would be. This beautiful pastel portrait is by talented dear friend @maureentoneill11 whom Mama loved. Maureen said this image just came to her one night, not long after Mama died in 2005, and she captured it. It is one of my favorite portraits of her, and I treasure it. Am thinking today too of so many fabulous ladies Ive been lucky to have had in my life who have recently left this earth – @cariboo24 @ninaggg among them. Though I imagine they are up to something, wherever they are. @duvallfuqua

Living in wine country it’s natural that I am often asked about my favorite wines. To which I say red, white, and rosé. Haha. But srsly: In tonight’s glass? A sumptuous Syrah, by our great friend Andrew Murray, @amvwine. ​Cheers!⁠
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#traditionaldesign #florals #californiapoppies #florist #homestead #mybhg #habitandhome #mydomaine #dwell #ggathome #theeverygirl #anthrohome #rshome #veranda #flashesofdelight #entertaining #entertainingathome #archdigest #elledecor #departures #acolorstory #wine #wineanddine #losolivos #napa #vineyards #amvwine #rosé #winecountry ⁠
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If you’ve been following me for a while, then you’ve heard my best advice on entertaining: keep it simple! Have good, simple food and lots of it. If it’s a buffet, make sure what you serve can be made in advance, that “holds” well, and that it’s good at room temperature. And please please have a seating plan and avoid the awkward lurching about for chairs and possible hurt feelings. That takes the pressure off you; and when you’re relaxed, everyone else will be, too. Honey nobody cares if you’ve frozen rose petals into the ice cubes. They are just happy to be there.⁠
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Photography @carliestatsky via @marthastewart⁠
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#recipe #food52 #entertaining #californiacooking #vegetarian #sexysalad #salad #endive #francesschultz #inagartenrecipe #losolivos #california #winterproduce #feedfeed #grazingtable #charcuterie #entertainingathome #partyfood #eattherainbow #cheeseboard #acolorstory #prettysquares #cheese

I recently stumbled upon @annieuechtritz’s feed and never wanted to leave. An interior designer and antiques aficionado, she is currently restoring a 17th century chateau in Normandy. And she is bringing her followers along for the ride. Head to her account and and see if you don’t start looking at chateaus for sale. Bonne chance, cherie!⁠
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#traditionaldesign #florals #californiapoppies #florist #homestead #mybhg #habitandhome #mydomaine #dwell #ggathome #theeverygirl #anthrohome #rshome #veranda #flashesofdelight #entertaining #entertainingathome #archdigest #elledecor #departures #acolorstory #floraldesign #chateau #chateaurestoration #annieuechtritz

Calling seekers and artists! In addition to its history as an ancient pilgrimage, the Camino de Santiago may be the most beautiful walk in the world. I’ve always wanted to sketch and paint along the way, and this spring, I will!!!! And Im taking a small group with me, along with a professional artist-instructor. If you are interested in joining us, April 29-May 6, DM me with your email for more info.
#caminodesantiago #camino #artistsworkshop #enpleinair #watercolorsketch #theway #paintingpilgrims