We all face moments when we wish to escape to the tropics but have absolutely no way to leave our responsibilities behind. I faced that very challenge for the last two weeks, so I write this post from a place of empathy for others feeling the need …
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For many around the world dark, cold, short on sunshine days are the norm right now. So what can be done with little expense to create some tropical delight while counting down to your vacation escape?
1. If you already have a destination selected then start with a screen saver of your soon to …
During my years living on the island of Oahu I had many opportunities to discover island delights. One of my favorite finds on the islands is a perfume and bath product line by Terra Nova called Island Escapes. I’ve continued to love and use this line for a decade. Using these products with their …
This is the first in a series of Day Escapes.
These days it seems everyone is overscheduled and wishing for a day of tranquility and escape. Is this sounding familar to the theme running through your head? I know my thoughts touch on escaping from my daily grind several times a week. I can’t …
The desire to kick back on a beautiful patio is pretty much universal. With these plant ideas you can give your patio the tropical twist you’ve always desired. Michigan Bulb Co is one option for ordering plants and gives you the ability to search for plants …
I’ve been intriqued by the idea of outdoor showers since a trip to Bali where my bungalow had an outdoor garden shower. I enjoyed the tropical flowers, warm fresh air, star filled skies and the decadence of a private walled garden shower. The memory of that experience and several similar experiences since then have convinced me that outdoor …
The art in my home reflects my love of the tropics and travel. Some of my art has been purchased on trips and some of it painted lovingly by friends. Art has become a clear way to bring what I love into my home. Sometimes the delight of choosing a piece in a …
The first of eight panels.
The finished mural.
I’ve always delighted in the idea of an ocean mural; so when I began creating my new office I decided it was the time to design the tropical office of my dreams. Creating …
I live about eighty percent of my life in sandals. So choosing sandals has become almost an art for me. If you walked into my closet you would discover that the majority of shoes I own are sandals. Life is rough in Florida…
I generally …
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