Tag Archives: Scenery

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow

Posted on January 8, 2017 by carmen

I’d rather be inside where it’s cozy and warm, and I can look at this breath-taking view without having my breath taken away! The forest looks sugar frosted. Let me take you through a walk in the woods behind my house. Bundle … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Winter | Tagged cold, forest, Hoppy and Muffy, moose, nature, photography, Scenery, snow, winter scene | 28 Comments

Faux is the way to go

Posted on December 1, 2016 by carmen

I’m finally old enough to wear leopard. Yes, leopard used to be for old ladies when I was growing up. I had leopard-print PJs as a teenager but never wore leopard-print in public. Now during my *ahem* mature years, I’m … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Autumn, Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery | Tagged autumn, autumn leaves, coyote, faux-fur, Fur Bearer Defenders, fur-free blog, leopard print, leopard print coat, nature, photography, Scenery | 24 Comments

Alki Beach, Seattle

Posted on November 7, 2016 by carmen

The day started off overcast, but as the clouds rolled away, it turned out to be a sunny day in Seattle with blue skies and not a cloud in sight! We drove to beautiful Alki Beach, west side of Seattle. … Continue reading →

Posted in Beach, Day Trips, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Nature, Photography, Restaurants, Scenery, Seattle, Travel, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged Alki Beach, anchor, Blue Skies, flowers, photography, Puget Sound, Scenery, seals, Seattle, Seattle Space Needle, Statue of Liberty | 25 Comments

Ruby Slippers

Posted on October 18, 2016 by carmen

I’m lovin’ my ruby red shoes that I bought at Drizzle and Shine in Seattle. Red is my favourite colour for shoes. These ones are made in USA, with wedge heels, peep toes and hearts. (OKA-B Microplast technology provides a lightweight, … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Autumn, Dance, Day Trips, eco fashion, Fashion, Photography, Plant-based diet, Scenery, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged black and white dress, Happily ever after, high low dress, photography, red shoes, ruby slippers, Scenery, vegan dinner, weddings | 21 Comments

Life is a Beach

Posted on October 13, 2016 by carmen

One last trip to the beach before the cold winds blow. We have to endure a long, frost-bitten winter here in southern Ontario. So I take every chance I get to relax and enjoy warm weather. I was made for … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Autumn, Beach, Day Trips, Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery | Tagged Beach, Day Trips, Lake Erie, light house, nature, photography, Port Dover, Scenery, treasure hunting | 16 Comments

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, flowers, Healthy living, 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

The Eagle has Landed

Posted on August 7, 2016 by carmen

Looking for a place to take some photos of my white and blue tops yesterday, we found this huge statue of an eagle. It just so happens that these cool cotton tops were bought at American Eagle, so it’s a … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Animals, Art, Fashion, Healthy living, Nature, Nutrition, Photography, Plant-based diet, Scenery, Shopping, Summer, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged a little sage, alittlesage, American Eagle, art, Cleo, cold cucumber soup, crochet, eagle, paisley, photography, Scenery, shopping, Twice as Nice, vegan lifestyle, vegan recipe | 18 Comments

A Midsummer Day’s Dream

Posted on August 3, 2016 by carmen

Every time I see bales of hay or straw in a country field I’ve wanted to do this. At age 64, my dream finally came true. Climbing up on this huge bale was so much fun! Not a big dream, but it was … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Country Life, Fashion, flowers, Memories, Photography, Purses, Scenery, Summer | Tagged American Eagle, bales of straw, countryside, daisy hairband, photography, Scenery, Smart Set, Twice as Nice, vegan shoes, white fashion | 20 Comments

Somewhere Over the Rainbow

Posted on July 16, 2016 by carmen

Although my favourite summer colour is white, I love to add pops of colour, like turquoise. My dear friend Josep-Maria featured me on SENSE CORBATA/NO TIE – a fashion blog with mature stylish women from around the world. Turquoise purse and sandals … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Handbags, Healthy living, Jewelry, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Shopping, Summer, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged fashion, flowers, healthy living, nature, photography, rainbow, Scenery, Sense Corbata/No Tie, shopping, strawberries, summer, turquoise, turquoise jewellery, vegan, white outfit | 13 Comments

Canada Colours for Canada Day

Posted on July 1, 2016 by carmen

This red sundress was given to me by my cousin Marion from Germany, when she came for a visit. It belonged to her and she wore it in the ’70s. The petite white flowers and eyelet trim add a nostalgic … Continue reading →