Monthly Archives: July 2012

Summer treat #30 – rain lilies

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Carla

When it rains a lot, a few days later these beautiful lilies emerge.  Just one flower on one stem.  A day and then they’re gone.  Definitely a summer treat!

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Summer treat #29 – the Country Club

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Carla

A well-kept secret tucked away in the Bywater.  A pool,  hot tub, restaurant and bar.  Cocktails by the pool.  Palm trees.   Eclectic clientele.  Swimsuits optional.  Thus no photos of the inside.  But you can check out the website here.  I … Continue reading →

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Summer treat #28 Waterfall hiking

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Carla

Just hosted a retreat in St. Francisville this weekend.  Can’t say enough about how fantastic it was. One of my favorite parts was our hike along Clark Creek to see three beautiful waterfalls.  Mystical, magical, beautiful.  Waterfalls that are warm … Continue reading →

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Summer treat #27- summer butterfly

Posted on July 27, 2012 by Carla

My sweetheart snapped this photo of a long-tailed skipper in the garden.  I love its beautiful peacock-colored body!

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Summer treat #26 – resurrection ferns

Posted on July 27, 2012 by Carla

The live oak trees of New Orleans are carpeted with resurrection ferns.  And in the summer when it rains nearly every day, the ferns are lush and luxuriantly green.  When it’s dry, they curl up and turn brown.  But right … Continue reading →

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