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The Lisa Porter Collection
thelisaportercollection.blogspot.com
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"A nice place to visit. It's all about family, home, garden, and life. It's also about watercolors, design, antiques, fun, food, shopping, flowers, and anything else that makes me smile."
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Mother & her nature.

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Helloooo?

May has been busier than ever around here. Derby kicked things off & finals kicked a few of us into high gear! We survived though and now my friends the tug of war between blogging & gardenin...

17 may 12

Classic, Poised & Confident

source Today’s a day when I do not spend a lick of time worrying about the heat or humidity or my hair because today is a big hat day. It also happens to be Derby Day and there are far more important...

06 may 12

All Smiles

Dishes done, dessert in the oven, the house wide open and plenty of evening left. On Easter we enjoyed an early dinner after the guys played nine which gave this mom time to pause & appreciate th...

13 apr 12

A Bluegrass Easter Basket

Over the weekend I came across a delightful, earthy & organic tutorial for DIY Eggshell Planters.As soon as we finished breakfast (we had eggs) I bid farewell to my family and headed out to the g...

10 apr 12

Google Blogger

Oh joy! "A Bluegrass Easter Basket" posted April 4th has temporarily disappeared from Google Blogger!Meanwhile it can be read via Flipboard or through Google Reader. Sorry friends for the inc...

10 apr 12

Blue

  It’s my favorite color. It’s abundant in my closet. Always my first choice in my home as well. Blue is a gift from the sea. { thank you Slim Paley } My first beach cruiser which I still ride i...

30 mar 12

My first mobile post!

Life certainly is.To learn how go to...http://buzz.blogger.com/2 011/09/announcing-blogger-app- for-ios.html

18 mar 12

Tee Time

  On Tuesday my son played in his first Junior Invitational! I think I may have been a tad more excited about this than he was so it was decided by the father & son that the father would dro...

16 mar 12

Breakfast with my honey.

 It’s a long one…STARTThis is one of those posts that you think will just take a minute.  You suddenly have a bright idea for a story. So you grab your camera, pretend to be a food photogra...

08 mar 12

Good morning, I mean afternoon!

Hello Sunshine!You look marvelous and I’m so glad that you are joining me. The stylish Marsha Harris from Splenderosa  is hostessing a fabulous & growing group of women from all around ...

07 mar 12

Sunday Morning & A Snow Day in March?

  Here’s how it started Sunday morning. I was wigging out about these little Star Magnolia buds. And then this happened! Yep.    Same bush.    Monday morning. ...

05 mar 12

Pretty Papers

This morning I received the latest news from luxury stationer William Arthur.  Their creative blog, to which I subscribe, is penned by a good friend & keeps an educated audience while discus...

26 feb 12

A Gift.

A gift bag with signature bow. A chic cream box. Embraced by a pretty ribbon. An exquisite jar of pampering nestled within soft black tissue. Infused with the most delicious scent of orange blossoms....

25 feb 12

I finally found some!

  And just in time for Valentines Day! There’s no way this girl was going to let TODAY go by without wishing you hugs & kisses & chocolate & champagne & anything else that makes ...

19 feb 12 1 person likes this

Tumblr

It’s simple you know. Some things just go together.  Being the visual gal that I am, I thought I would share some incredible photographs that I’ve paired together from Tumblr.     &nbs...

16 jan 12 1 person likes this

A Dog Post!

About 80 in dog years and is fierce and fab! ♥ Courtesy of Darra Baker, friend of The Gracie Porter Collection   An inspiring story about four heroes!   A precious 4 year old adopted stray,...

05 jan 12

A Recipe for Rituals

‘Tis the season for them.   Most folks think that home-school families are always at home.  Truth is – We’re usually going in so many different directions that during this time of year I fi...

25 dec 11

Fifi & Me

It’s early Tuesday morning friends and I’m out the door. Christmas decorating & baking have come to a very brief halt as I’ve got a party to go to & believe me, this girl is in the mood to ge...

06 dec 11

That’s a Wrap!

  Or is it a scarf? An oversized scarf is so versatile. The perfect solution for those of us who are hot one minute & cold the next! I used to grab a coat every time I left the house but jus...

04 dec 11

Babies, Blueberries & Brambles

A visit to get’s me every time. All it takes is a sweet little hand to pull me aside to give me those old familiar pangs! But there is also much goodness in the garden. A recent visit with Trina at A...

04 nov 11

Messages that move me.

Maybe youre a young woman with big dreams.Maybe youre a woman in need of support.Maybe youre a woman who believes in miracles.I’ve been reading many of your stories today and I’m amazed!Good intentio...

04 nov 11

A Scary Story

A Scary Story VIEW SLIDE SHOW DOWNLOAD ALL I watched a scary movie with my son last night. Well, actually HE watched a scary movie and I got caught up with all of your lovely blogs by a roaring fire....

31 oct 11

Grab a leash!

There are rainy, damp days when it’s the last  thing I  want to do, and the only  thing she  wants to do. Go for a walk! So I grab my favorite trench & umbrella and she grabs ...

27 oct 11

A Gracious Gift

Tuesday October 18 Dear Mom,  One of my favorite blogger friends is coming to Phoenix on Thursday.  I’m not sure what your schedule looks like but I was wondering if you would enjoy meeting...

22 oct 11

Best of the Best

When I’m looking for the best of the best for Mr. Porter, one place I like to go is the Robb Report online. It’s a great source for all things new & noteworthy especially for men with great style...

29 sep 11

To market, to market…

To say that Santa Fe is colorful would be putting it mildly.   They call it the “Land of Enchantment” you know.   One of the best ways to get a feel for Santa Fe is to take a drive. We love...

24 sep 11

What a difference a day makes.

 Looks like Fall might be just around the bend Oliver!I sure hope so Jenni.photos via the Pursuit Aesthetic

08 sep 11

Dear friends, hope all is calm & all is right...

29 aug 11

Geronimo

 Photo Credit: © CORBIS Nope, not that Geronimo. This in Santa Fe!    Located at 724 Canyon Road, the Historic Borrego House originally built in 1756 combines classic adobe style with...

24 aug 11

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