Tag Archives: river

Old-fashioned Picnics and the Simple Life

Posted on August 20, 2016 by carmen

A Sunday afternoon picnic. It’s such a simple pleasure in life. I packed up a tasty little lunch in my watermelon picnic basket. ♥ Avocado and cucumber sandwiches. ♥ Hummus and radishes sandwiches. ♥ Strawberries and grapes for dessert. ♥ Lemon … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Nature, Nostalgia, Nutrition, Photography, Plant-based diet, Scenery, Summer, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged a good life, daisies, flowers, Grand River, lace skirt, nature, nostalgia, old mill ruins, photography, picnic, river, Scenery, simple life, summertime, vegetarian and vegan lifestyle | 13 Comments

Celebration of the Swans

Posted on April 14, 2015 by carmen

The Parade of the Swans is the official sign of spring in Canada. It takes place in the charming city of Stratford on the Avon River. I wore white for the occasion, with a pop of red: sunglasses and sandals … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Day Trips, Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Spring, Stratford | Tagged Avon River, Celebration of the Swans, grandchildren, parade, river, Stratford, swans, white | 32 Comments

The long drive home

Posted on October 6, 2014 by carmen

I’m not fond of long distance driving, but stopping along the route for picnics and photo shoots makes it enjoyable. I love the scenery and enjoy my hobby of capturing the moments. On our way to Connecticut we stopped for … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Memories, Photography, Scenery, Summer, Travel | Tagged A-frame house, Connecticut, covered bridge, fashion, memories, old church building, photography, river, Scenery, summer, travel | 11 Comments

Memories of the River

Posted on April 3, 2014 by carmen

It’s been two years since I lived on the river with a spectacular view of the Grand River from my windows and balcony, and a serene path meandering along the river bank. From misty mornings, sunny afternoons and quiet summer … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Memories, Nature, Photography, Scenery | Tagged blues, Grand River, Hollister, memories, nature, photography, river, Scenery, shades of blue | 13 Comments

Dream House?

Posted on February 16, 2014 by carmen

Not exactly. In fact, this is every home owner’s worst nightmare! I showed one of my friends the photos that I took during the house inspection and the next time I saw her, she told me she had a nightmare … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, Fashion, Memories, Nature, Scenery, Summer | Tagged beavers, deer, eagle, fixer-upper, Grand River, hawk, heron, houndstooth, house, river, riverview, sunrise, sunsets, swans | 23 Comments

Walking the line

Posted on November 22, 2013 by carmen

This quaint building by the railroad tracks is in Cambridge, Ontario. There are so many interesting spots for photo shoots and I love photography. I love this little black double-breasted blazer. I wear it with long gloves when it’s cool … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery | Tagged autumn, fashion, nature, Ontario, photography, railroad, river, Scenery | 12 Comments

Down By the River

Posted on May 25, 2013 by carmen

Costa Rica was an adventure that I’m still enjoying in my thoughts and dreams; the ocean, the mountains, the wildlife and … shopping!! I bought this dress in one of the fabulous malls in San Jose!! I wore it on … Continue reading →