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 …

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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 …

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For many years the idea of a hammock to relax in has been my dream. Particulary in the years I spent land locked dreaming of tropical island escapes; a hammock chair would have been a delight. It seemed as if I never had a large enough living space …

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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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A view from the Big Island of Hawaii

Photo credit Lisa Overman

Here I will share island destinations, experiences and tips on island living. I will also offer suggestions on how to bring island living home after your trip. I look forward to sharing my love of islands with you.  Slip off your shoes, ...

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