finding beauty in the everyday...

This is my first "finding beauty in the everyday" post. I am a strong believer in this little phrase, and I try to live by it. It is indeed the small things, the 'everyday' things that make life so special. I would like to make this a weekly blog post for me and for you. To help us remember to find the loveliness in the most minute of things. If we can do this simple task, maybe just maybe, it will make our smiles a little longer, our days a little brighter, and us a little more grateful.

Fall is here and soon all the wonderful green leaves will turn brilliantly colorful, then shrivel and die. It is somewhat of a sad thought, or maybe it isn't.

This cheery sunflower with its bright yellow petals and it's strong green stem can't help but make me think of a sunny summer day full of picnics and kite flying. It's beauty is obvious and undeniable.

Then there is this withered sunflower, muted in color. Though its warm tones and sporadic petals make it interesting and unusual. It's textures are endearing. Its beauty is understated and humbling. It's not trying too hard to be beautiful, but instead it quietly allures.

Diana Camera

Here are the first images I have taken with my Diana camera. I took these while in Virginia Beach last month.

This was our hotel

VA

The film on my old twin lens camera got stuck and wouldn't advance, so this is the only picture I could take. This is a picture of my husband on the beach. It was such a beautiful day and the beach was so peaceful.

More pictures from my Diana camera coming soon!

for the love of chocolate!

While on my road trip to Virginia one of my stops was to Richmond, VA. On Libbie Ave. there is an abundance of quaint little shops. Amongst the shops was one called Gearhart's Fine Chocolates. They are know and remembered for their interesting flavor combinations and great textures. When hearing the explanation of how the chocolates are actually made I was amazed at how much work went into one of these fabulous creations. Not alot of people can be in the kitchen while these little tidbits are made, because the temperature of the room must not get too hot since they are made individually and by hand. Their chocolates are made with the finest Venezuelan Cacao. But, not only are the chocolates made with the finest of ingredients, but the presentation is just as fine. Each morsel is as a work of art and the packaging is simple yet elegant. I recommend the Earl Grey chocolate. It is a perfect blend of chocolate and Earl Grey tea. Mmmmm!














The company has two locations one in Richmond and one in Charlottesville. And yes, they do deliver! http://gearhartschocolates.com/