Bloom Where You Are Planted

Good afternoon my dears, how have you been?

Yesterday, it was in the 70's with Carolina blue skies, birds chirping, a gentle sway of wind, and sunshine - glorious sunshine. I met my hubby for a lunch date at one of our favorites, Bravo, which serves up food with an Italian flare.

Oh. My. Goodness.

I ordered a dish, akin to a Mediterranean meal with rice pilaf, vegetables, and grilled shrimp and it was delicious, not just the first bite, but all the bites. So I'll definitely be ordering that again.

I came home and took care of my routine in our home and garden, then sat on the front steps, and took in as much of the spring-like day as I could. I pulled out my camera, and started snapping pictures of all the flowers that were blooming - a flower journal of sorts.

Then I found out that we're expecting snow this weekend. Which is random, considering we've only had one snow day this year, so I'm praying that my flowers will make it through.

 Crocus

 Crocus

 Muscari, aka Grape Hyacinth

English Ivy 

Pansies 

Pansies

Last weekend we were mostly outdoors, in the garden, bagging straw, reseeding, planting flowers, and getting our pool clean and ready for spring and summer. It takes us a few weeks, from taking of the cover off, to chlorinating, pumping, removing leaves and vacuuming, which is arduous for some, but for us it gets us active outside - enjoying the sunshine.

We also went to go see the movie Before I Fall, based on the book by Lauren Oliver. The main character, Samantha Kingston, is played by Lea Thompson's daughter, Zoey Deutch. She and her friends get into a car accident, yet everyday she wakes up and relives her last day, like purgatory. 

I think the movies lesson was that we all have an impact on those around us, so be a role model, and encourager.

Last but not least, we had Sunday brunch at The Gallery. My mini waffles served with warm syrup, whipped cream and fresh berries was delicious. And my hubby said his eggs benedict was delicious too before venturing for ideas at the Southern Spring Home and Garden Show.

That's all for now.

From our home to yours, have a blessed weekend.

 

~ Kiki Nakita ~

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Home Sweet Home

On Saturday, it was the 2nd anniversary since we settled here in the Carolinas.

So we commissioned one of my husband's cousins, Rachael to watercolor our home. We have really enjoyed living in our small town, a few minutes away from Charlotte.

Our Weekend

On Friday, I spent the day housekeeping, and putting out some of our Spring décor. I also arranged some flowers for our powder bathroom vanity, our kitchen sink, and kitchen island. It's the simple things, that make our home, sweet home.

That evening, I had to get out the house, so we went to Sonny's where I had my favorite - barbeque chicken salad. My hubby got his wings.

One of our weekend traditions, is to do brunch. On Saturday, we were the first ones in the door when Bravo opened it's doors. Afterwards, we ventured to Pikes Family Nursery. It felt like Spring walking through the doors and seeing all the flowers blooming. I got some onion bulbs, kale, and some white pansies. I'm looking forward to getting back outside, and gardening soon.

On Sunday, after worship we went to The Gallery for brunch. 

We discussed our walk in pantry and wet room project. When we got home I started getting boxes from the garage and unpacking. Afterwards, we took a trip to Goodwill to donate, and I ventured inside to see if anyone else's trash would be my treasure. Well I found a real silver tray and a ceramic pot with cherubs on the side. My granny used to collect cherubs - so it reminded me of her.  

Walk In Pantry

Later that evening, I made roast chicken for dinner - so delicious. We saved the rest, to make White Chicken Chili the next day.

Roast Chicken, Herb Stuffing, Cauliflower and Carrots.

Tonight, we're going on a date night into the city. My hubby has dinner reservations and we're going to see the Broadway play the Book of Mormon. I'll let you know how it goes.

How was your weekend?

Kiki Nakita

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2nd Annual Easter at The Biltmore

He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay - Matthew 28:6 KJV

 

Spring is my favorite season, and Easter is my favorite holiday of all. It's the start of new beginnings, more blessings, birds singing, warmer days, pastel dresses, buds and blossoms, and raindrops that leave a fresh dew in the air. Come along for a glimpse into our Easter weekend celebrations:

 

- Good Friday brunch in the garden -

 

- Oscar -



 

- Sophie -

 

- Tulips abound -

 

- Easter Sunday we headed to the Blue Ridge Mountains to The Biltmore. We first had a buffet luncheon at The Deerpark, then headed to the house for the Downton Abbey exhibition -

 

- We bought some fresh lemonade and sat in the walled garden, with tulips abound for Biltmore blooms -

 

 

- The Blue Ridge Mountains -

- Afterwards we went for dinner at the Bistro, which was delicious, then we meandered back home -