Salvaged Composter!

Inspired by a recent NYTimes article on the "Zero Waste" movement, I went to the local salvage yard to buy materials to make a backyard compost container. When I arrived, I found a ready-made unit crafted out of salvaged wood.

I admittedly have to much on my plate this week, so attempting to build a composter would have been insane. The design of this unit was great- has a lid, a sliding front panel, and an overall attractive look. I bartered with the man at the yard, borrowed a friend and a truck, and brought the little guy home.

Added bonus: shots of our poppies on the front stoop:

the year of weddings

So many of my friends have found love and made commitments this year.  I feel fortunate to have been able to attend their celebrations and witness their special moments.  Recently, I had the honor of doing the flowers at Caroline and Frank's wedding in Napa.  

Ashley Forrette, a fabulous photographer, captured the beautiful couple here.  Her work is speaks for itself!

animals and roses

We can't have pets in our apartment, but we're trying to incorporate animals however we can.  Our birdie doorstop:

Our cement pig Blanco:
When we moved in, the rose bush out front looked extremely sad.  There were no buds, no blooms, just browning branches.  Over the past few weeks, it has revived itself-- maybe helped by the coffee grounds we pour on it every morning and a little watering.
The flowers came as a wonderful surprise.
And are two different colors.  Could this be two rose bushes that have melded into one?!
The kitchen table project turned out quite well.  I'll photograph and post as soon as possible.  Just keeping you holding your breath....