Sunday, March 20, 2011

On the First Day of Spring

                         

MARATHON KEY


HAPPY SPRING!
Spring arrived today as I prepare to leave this snow-filled ski town for a warmer climate.  Although usually sunny days and the bluest of skies surround us in the winter in between snow storms lasting only a few days, the cloudy gray skies and feet of white snow everywhere is inspiring my daydreams and night time dreams with visions of the ocean, palm trees and bright vivid shades of citrus, hot pink and blue.


MY FESTIVE ISLAND BEACH JEWELRY

Although skiing has been wonderful and winter has been filled with many festive celebrations   its season is coming to an end in a few weeks. I find I am spending time longing for the familiar scenery of my home state of Florida and the exotic tropical lifestyle of the Florida Keys and Key West.


LITTLE TORCH KEY


My mind transports me with anticipation to bike rides in the warm sunshine, fresh seafood caught that day and seaside sunsets with friends over a refreshing cocktail.  Outdoor tiki bar style dining and dancing, fabulous live music, boat rides and and picnic island.


LITTLE TORCH KEY


My imagination is filled with ideas and colors to update our seaside home ... a Retro Island Cottage that is filled with a collection of happy memories, photo's, gifts and family hand me downs from both sides adding to its eclectic tropical ambiance.


MY ISLAND BEACH JEWELRY




LITTLE TORCH KEY

Some of the most cherished items are a swizzle stick collection from my dad's many travels in the 60's and 70's, a watercolor painting of his former home in the Abaco's on the sweet little island of Hope Town and a collection of Bahamian cocktail recipes on fabric swatches that I have framed and displayed. A beautiful large wooden fish serving platter hangs on the wall in the dining room and pretty silver glass cups used daily are from my in-laws.


BAHIA HONDA STATE PARK


PICNIC ISLAND, LITTLE TORCH KEY

If I were there right now I could describe many more sentimental items and maybe one day when I am sitting there writing I will take photo's and share them with you.

Cheers! Here's to a Happy Spring filled with new beginnings!



MY DISPLAY FOR "A TASTE OF ART" SHOW

LITTLE TORCH KEY, FLA KEYS


MARATHON KEY




Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Snow-capped in Crested Butte



 
As Spring is approaching and the snow is starting to melt on these warm 40 degree afternoons I thought I'd share some of the sights from this winter.  One of my favorite  activities besides designing jewelry and writing is photography and I am rarely without my camera. This winter has provided many beautiful scenes to capture on my way to and from the mountain or town, while skiing, snowshoeing and on my way to the post office to pick up our mail as there is no mail delivery in this little mountain town. It's always a bit like grand central station to go stand in line and visit with many friends and neighbors.  I hope you enjoy looking at these snow days and experience a bit of wintertime in Crested Butte, Colorado.
Thanks for visiting! Cheers! 


Sweet foxes in our backyard


My snowflake pendant


Elk Avenue ~ Main Street Downtown


CBMR

Back door visitor

Blue Snowflake Pendant
View from Red Lady Lift


View of neighbor's home looking out our front window 

Fat Tues Parade
Show-off at the Ice Bar


Pink Snowflake Pendant

Neighbors

Backyard Sunset
CBMR



Elk Avenue Downtown Crested Butte

Avalanche Restaurant on the Mountain
Mt. Crested Butte



The Ice Bar at Crested Butte Mountain Resort


House in Town
Winter Sunset

On the Lower Loop


Our dog, Summer

Entrance to Mt. Crested Butte

House in town

The Joy Warrior Gallery in the center

Crested Butte Mountain  Resort

Friends home in town

Friends home in Mt. Crested Butte
Condo in Mt. Crested Butte