The Twilight of Summer

I miss Canada

Orca in Active Pass
Originally uploaded by mckinleypoodle( Shay)

I miss the Canadian Gulf Islands.The bald eagles,otters.seals,starfish,and whales. We haven't been able to go there this summer. Seeing the Orca whales is a magical experience I treasure.
Just being on the water is so relaxing and being surrounded by the natural beauty is healing to the soul.
Summer is coming to an end soon,maybe I'll sneak away for a couple days,before it's too late.I need to go.
Enjoy the summer.
Shay

Sneek peek into our Palm Springs Home design project dining room

I fell in love with this wallpaper from Graham and Brown, this is my starting point and inspiration for the dining/living/entry.

The dining room "Before". I am removing the huge mirror, replacing wallpaper with Bohem Brown. and replacing the crystal chandelier with something modern. The chairs will be recovered and the 9x12 wool rug will go under the dining set.
Have a great weekend !!!
Shay
UPDATE ****Wallpaper After ********

OMG..Where have I been ??? + 3 things about me

Well, I've been reading a lot of blogs on design, working out for the first time in my life and loving how I feel. And, a very private and personal part of most of my waking hours are devoted to caring for my Mother.

I have had my blog since 2006, I don't really share too much information about myself...I don't know if you are interested  in "me". Sometimes there seems to be more important things in life than sharing my latest junk find.
Three personal things about me you may or may not want to know.

1. I did not marry until I was 45 years old. Gasp. Why? To busy with working, traveling the world and making a life for myself. I did eventually marry my dream man. We have a fabulous life together.

2. I was a the forefront of "Country Design" in the early 80's in the Seattle area. My retail store was recognized nationally by several design magazines. My passion for design in all forms started when I was a very young child, and I tend to over decorate my home. Why? Because, I can not tame my obsessive designer tendencies.

3. I am happiest when I'm in nature with my two dogs, McKinley and Pasha. We also have two small dogs, Gigi and Prince.

Want to know more ? Only if you are interested. There are some juicy parts, too.
Make it a GREAT day, life really is short and wonderful !!
Shay