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I’ve mentioned before on this blog how much I love the Victorian ideal of a yard full of fruit and flowers – all together. They didn’t relegate their fruit trees to the backyard – they’d plant an orange tree right in the front yard, next to the roses. And grapevines would twist up and over the front porch, right next to a wisteria covered in blossoms. Fruits and flowers, in the yard, and in their art… But the Victorians weren’t the first to love still life art consisting of fruit bowls and... Read Full Story

If I found out I only had fifteen minutes to live? Right now? I’d get up from the computer and run outside and lift my face up and soak up the sun. I’d listen to the birds singing, and arguing and gossiping. I’d smell the grass, and the dirt, and the honeysuckle blossoms that are hanging on, just a little past their prime. Then I’d open my eyes and LOVE the bright blue sky and everything around me – the shaky fence, the rambling roses, the rock chimney on the back of the house. And then I... Read Full Story

One of the best parts about moving into a new house is seeing what happens in the yard over the course of the first year. Sometimes the tree you sort of, kind of don’t really like all that much, breaks out in blossoms, and you’re in love. Sometimes a neglected corner starts to fill in with new growth, and then explodes in riotous blooms. I’ve heard it said that you should live in a house for a year, before tearing out any plants, because you never know what those existing plants may do – and... Read Full Story

Just a pretty little image of some pretty little carrots… And a link to a great post on food as fuel … And finally, a wish for today! It’s March 1st, which in my world is the true start of Spring. The sun is shining, the sky is bright blue with fluffy white clouds, and the birds are singing. It’s perfect! And my wish is that today is is the start of something new and wonderful for everyone who reads this. Here’s to the Spring of 2011! © cheryl spelts™ | view portfolio | hire... Read Full Story

I want to post some support for two people I know, and one I don’t – but all three have some very cool footage on national TV this week! First up is Tod Burr, also known as drumtech! I first became aware of him while he was on tour with INXS – and more recently I saw him with one of his own bands, Merle Jagger, out in a dusty bar in the middle of the desert. It was so much fun! He’s brilliant, and talented, and hot – which is a pretty good combination. And he’s in a new commercial for... Read Full Story

Tangerines may be my favorite fruit. Maybe. They’re tangy and sweet, and you really only find the good ones right now, at this time of year – so find a Farmer’s Market quick, make the most of it! I know I am! © cheryl spelts™ | view portfolio | hire me Read Full Story

Sometimes when you look down, there’s beauty at your feet… © cheryl spelts™ | view portfolio | hire me Read Full Story

Back in September I spent some time in Newport Beach, and never posted the images – so why not do it now? These were shot just after sunrise, downtown. © cheryl spelts™ | view portfolio | hire me Read Full Story

Just a little plug for one of my other sites! HemetWeb.com is where I blog about my new hometown, and I love this image so much, I wanted to share it here too. It was shot on Gilman Springs Road, just outside of San Jacinto, on the way to Riverside. To see more, go to http://hemetweb.com/2011/01/the-road-to-riverside/ © cheryl spelts™ | view portfolio | hire me Read Full Story

Last year I wrapped up 2009 with a couple of lists of my favorite things – and it was fun! So I’m doing it again for 2010. My 5 favorite songs of 2010 Based on how I feel today, it could change tomorrow… The first two were actually released in 2010, the other three are older, and one is very old! And the last one is from a local San Diego band! The Fellowship, Smashing Pumpkins Teenage Dream, Katy Perry Breaking, Anberlin Sweet Home Alabama, Lynyrd Skynyrd Fortress, Pinback... Read Full Story