hostess of the humble bungalow

Candles with a woody fragrance add ambiance to our arts and crafts bungalow. I love to sit and read or knit   a candle glowing and the scent...

Beach Walk a week ago in Oak Bay on a hot summer day. Wearing an Italian linen dress with capri tights. Thankful for my sunhat, sunglasses  ...

Sitting... listening to the sound of the birds and the waves as they lap against the shore. Lighting a candle... Gazing out the window... br...

  Jude the Obscure Rose Buttery yellow Julia Child Rose Golden Celebration Jude the Obscure up close Jude the Obscure Rose is full of blooms...

We've been enjoying our summer time stint here at Quarter Deck Cottage. The first week our son and three grandchildren were here at...