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Five Things Tuesday

Painters suspended on cables of the Brooklyn Bridge, on October 7, 1914.

Discovering visually appealing content from around the web.

It's been a while since I posted a Five Things Tuesday post. I decided I wanted to start doing it again so here goes...
For those of you who are new readers "Five Things Tuesday" was started a couple of years ago as a way to sit down and reflect on what the past days have been like for me.

Today is International Women's Day so I thought I'd share this brilliant video with you "100 years of incredible women." I hope you enjoy this video as much as I did.
International Women's Day is celebrated in many countries around the world. It is a day when women are recognized for their achievements without regard to divisions, whether national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic or political.
International Women's Day first emerged from the activities of labour movement at the turn of the twentieth century in North America and across Europe.

Keeping myself motivated and inspired.

Photographing spring flowers. There is beauty all around us; we just have to learn to see it.

Current food craving.

On those days when I find myself feeling overwhelmed by stress, emotional, and like I can't do anything right, a nice cup of tea and donuts always make me feel better.

(Historic photo by Eugene de Salignac via The Atlantic. Video via YouTube Spaces.)

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Enjoying the scent of August roses.

Hi there! Hope you are all well. A big Hello to all the new readers out there - thanks for stopping by.

For those of you who are new readers Five Things Tuesday was started a couple of years ago as way to sit down and reflect on what the past days have been like for me.

Happy Tuesday! xx

Pretty glass jars.

Tasting Melon and Prosciutto Salad. This is the simplest summer salad. Amazingly light and tasty.

Melon and Prosciutto Salad Recipe.

Ingredients

1/2 honeydew melon, halved, seeded, peeled and cut into thin wedges
6 thin slices prosciutto
A small handful of arugula
Honey Vinaigrette
Freshly ground black pepper
A chunk of Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Cover the arugula with the sliced melon, about 3-4 slices.
Top with 3-4 slices of prosciutto.
Add 1-2 grinds of freshly ground black pepper and drizzle with 1-2 tablespoons of vinaigrette.
Use a vegetable peeler to shave thin pieces of Parmesan over the top (optional).

Honey Vinaigrette

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil.
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar.
1 teaspoon honey.

Directions

To make the Vinaigrette, you simply combine all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor. And process until smooth.

Note: Tweak this Vinaigrette recipe to your liking, by adjusting the amount of each ingredient.

Tiny baby kittens!

Walking on the beach and feeling the sea breeze on my face.

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Oh, yes, it does feel like spring!

Hello! Here's are some photos for you to enjoy.

I hope you're having a wonderful week. Happy Tuesday! xx

Spring sunset.

Trying to convey what I'm feeling in my images.

Lately, I've been drawn to photos that have painterly qualities. ABOVE This image shows "a walk in the rain". The texture in this image reminds me somewhat of an "impressionist" painting.

Spending a leisurely day at the beach.

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Silly as it may seem, the older I get, the more I appreciate the little things in life. When I'm feeling low or discouraged, there is no better cure for it than to get excited about something; doing the things that...

There's nothing more peaceful and relaxing than the soft glow of candle light.

Hello everybody! Hope your week is going well. Spring is coming, and I'm so looking forward to warm sunshine, blooming flowers and long walks in the countryside.
Have a great day! xx

Farewell to winter!

English Cottage in Devon.

'A cottage is the only form of building in which happiness is attainable,' Jane Austen declares in Sense and Sensibility.

Macarons anyone?

Here's the recipe for macarons.

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The first glimpses of spring.

Well, hello there! Wishing you all a day full of smiles and happy thoughts! Hope you have a reason...

Baby, it's cold outside!

Fresh citrus for morning juice.

I love making lists. The main reason I love making lists is because they make me feel in control, as well as more organised. The joy comes not only from writing a list, but from ticking things off.

Lovely Hydrangea.

Amazing! Photo taken by pilot in the cockpit. For more: 25 awesome in-flight photos taken by pilots from the cockpit.

My dears, have a wonderful day! xx

(Bottom photo by Sebastien Conejero)

Linking to: Sweet Shot Tuesday.

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Stress is a part of everyday life, unfortunately one way that people may choose to cope with it is by turning to alcohol. {How To Quit Drinking Alcohol.}

Hello there! Hope your week is off to a good start. xx

Horses. Such adorable creatures! I cannot wait to spend a few days in the countryside when the weather gets warmer.

I love the snow!

Digging through my archives every day is reminding me that I really am passionate about photography.

Rocket (Arugula) and Prosciutto Salad. Rocket and Prosciutto Salad Recipe.

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You're never too young or too old to try something new.

Mozart was only five when he became competent on the violin, and...

Farewell to Autumn!

Well hello, folks! Hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving, spent with friends and family. Have a great December and stay warm! xx

Yesterday's Pumpkin Soup dinner. The sweet pumpkin smell filled the entire house.

Fresh citrus for morning juice.

Loving the colour combination in this one.

Indian Chicken Curry. Recipe via Serious Eats.

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Early morning in the mountains.

I often ask myself: "Why isn't this world a better place? "This isn't how life's supposed to be." But these inspirational words by Leo Buscaglia always help keep me grounded.

Don't spend your precious time asking "Why isn't the world a better place?" It will only be time wasted. The question to ask is "How can I make it better?" To that there is an answer.

Have a wonderful day! xx

Autumn leaves. So fragile, so beautiful.

Morning coffee. {My house has been a kind of messy lately. I hope you don't mind!;)}

November roses.

Friday's desserts. {Layered Vanilla Pudding with crushed chocolate wafer cookies, topped with chocolate ganache.}

How to make roses from maple leaves.

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Going on a nature hike on a crisp fall day; one of the many reasons to fall in love with Autumn. The colors were quite nice.

It's been a while since I posted a Five Things Tuesday post. I decided I wanted to start doing it again so why not start with some quotes and life lessons?
I came across these fabulous life lessons by Regina Brett recently and wanted to share them with you. Each one is a great reminder of what matters most in life.
I always look upon quotes, whenever I feel low; such things always help me to keep things in perspective.
In fact, quotes make much more sense now that I am getting older and (hopefully) wiser.

45 life lessons (and 5 to grow on) by Regina Brett. Such great wisdom to follow!
These sayings and quotes have already changed my way of thinking about a few things in my life.

Hope your week is going well. Have a great Tuesday! xx

Getting ready for fall colour. I am absolutely in love with the colors of fall.

Bringing some fall to my kitchen.

Three-Cheese Baked Tagliatelle Pasta. I made this recipe the other night and everyone loved it. Very delicious, very simple and very easy to put together. Tasty alternative to the traditional Mac and Cheese.

I'll be sure to share the recipe on Friday. :)

How to easily cut, slice and peel an avocado. I really love avocados, but I never knew this way to cut them. Come to find out I've been slicing avocados the hard way.

(Life Quote by Regina Brett)

P.S. Here's a Cut and Dry post you may have missed: Are we really making the most of the fall season?

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A random girl on the street. I love her skirt!

Hey there, hope everyone had a great weekend.

A statement piece can transform a plain living space into a cozy living room. Zara Home Accessories: Metal and wood world globe/Decorative animal figure.

Squash season. Winter squash is more than just pumpkins. Valued as a nourishing convenience food long before freezers came along, squashes will store for three months or more, bringing a splash of colour to the kitchen or wherever you like, and will last well once cut. Squash anyone?

Love this soup. Clearly, I'm on a soup binge right now.