Category Archives: Scenery

Sweater Season: chic and unique

Posted on November 15, 2022 by carmen

One of the things I like about fall is wearing cozy sweaters. This chic sweater with a unique design was from Maggie’s Clothing exchange. It has a velvet turtle neck and a bit of bling on one sleeve. The detail … Continue reading →

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Hydrangeas and Autumn Leaves

Posted on October 23, 2022 by carmen

The photos above were taken in my dear friend Ruth’s amazing garden. She gave me a bunch of hydrangeas and I put them in vases in every room. Beret: Zack’s (Canadian women’s apparel)T-shirt: thrifted – made in CanadaHoodie: Roxy (over … Continue reading →

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Coastal Grandma Style

Posted on August 22, 2022 by carmen

Coastal Grandma Style Did you know this is a trend? Well, I am a grandmother, I live on the coast of Lake Huron and I love stylish clothes – so I guess that’s me – Coastal Grandma Style. I did … Continue reading →

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Guest post by my daughter Jean: A FAMILY VISIT

Posted on July 3, 2022 by carmen

A Family Visit I recently flew into YYZ – Toronto International Airport for a long overdue visit to see my family. However, it didn’t feel like I was going home. You see, since I’d last visited, both my brothers and … Continue reading →

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TWO-PIECE DRESS: blue and white polka dots

Posted on June 25, 2022 by carmen

I inherited a DVF two piece dress from my mom. Now I finally found a two-piece dress that I can wear for dancing! I’m wearing it to my first dance at the Kincardine Pavillion tomorrow. The top has short flouncy … Continue reading →

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My Sweetheart T-shirt from CLEO

Posted on June 13, 2022 by carmen

Just my style! Hearts are my trademark and I love June, with longer days and warmer nights, summer will soon be here! June, a popular month for weddings, it’s no wonder this beautiful Spirea gets the name Bridal Veil aka … Continue reading →

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A Special Mother’s Day

Posted on May 13, 2022 by carmen

First time having my three children together for Mother’s Day in 22 years! I was so happy that Jean, my firstborn, came to visit us from Seattle! Our first adventure when she arrived was rescuing three baby red squirrels. No … Continue reading →

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Winter in Kincardine in black and red

Posted on March 10, 2022 by carmen

I bought this black and red windowpane check coat last autumn and it’s perfect for spring. With temperatures rising after a brutal winter, I love taking a walk into town and stroll along the shores of Lake Huron, my new … Continue reading →

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Summer Wrap-up

Posted on September 26, 2021 by carmen

Southern Ontario is a beautiful piece of God’s country. Continue reading →

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By the Seaside in Blue and White

Posted on September 12, 2021 by carmen

Ever since our youngest son moved to a small beach town in Ontario, it’s almost like having a cottage. Every weekend we drive up to visit and enjoy life in cottage country. Simple pleasures of walking along the shore feels … Continue reading →

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