Our Star Magnolia
is
blooming out front of The Humble Bungalow.
I love the elegant waxy white flowers.
They emerge from fuzzy cocoons...
if you look closely you can see one as it is about to pop.
The tree was planted many years ago and has grown quite slowly.
It is in the middle of a bed and makes a bold statement.
My linen skirt has an asymmetrical detail that makes it more interesting...
I like a flounce and it sways as I walk.
I can dress it up or wear it simply
with a casual white top and my distressed denim jacket.
I actually wear it with my white "trainers" or tennis shoes and lacy white socks.
The length is longer on me so I don't feel I NEED to wear capri tights.
My legs are not at their best...they have scars and marks which I try to hide.
One cannot live to 69 and still have pristine unblemished skin.
This white blouse is a favourite of mine.
I love the texture and the fabric is pure white.
The shape is forgiving especially for my mid section
which is where I now carry most of my weight.
Nice detail on the cuffs.
I wear this with black Eileen Fisher pants, and often with casual denim jeans.
The Big Baroque Pearls add an interesting touch.
I feel so much more "dressed up" with pearls.
Black and white wardrobe basics are so easy...
I can get dressed for almost any occasion and have a lot of mix and match options.
Recently I found a lovely Saint James black sweater which has a good structure.
I purchased it second hand for a fraction of the original price.
It is almost like a sweater jacket...
Saint James make lovely clothing...I visited one of their stores in Aix en Provence.
I have my sourdough boule baking in the oven as I write this blogpost.
The kitchen smells wonderful...
I just finished making Hamburger Soup.
It is a recipe that I have been making for many decades...
I used to make a big batch and freeze it in containers for my lunches when I worked in the schools.
We had a bowl for our lunch today with a couple of small pieces of sourdough toast.
I try to make soups once a week...
the soups is quick to heat up and works well on my aqua fit days.
I arrive home hungry and my husband has soup and toast ready when I get home.
Do you like to make soup?
Have you tried making sourdough bread?
I got my starter from a good friend and I have given batches of it to many people...
she has shared hers with many others as well!
We both use the recipes on Alexandra Bakes.
I have recently discovered Farmhouse on Boone and am enjoying Lisa Bass's site.
She lives on a large farm and has 8 children!
I wear a vintage rhinestone brooch on my wool beret and other hats.
Wearing vintage pins are a bit of a habit of mine.
I don't seem to find many but I always look!!
Do you enjoy thrifting?
Thank you for popping by The Humble Bungalow Blog.
I appreciate your comments and invite you to share your thoughts.
Take care and until next time...
~ Be Well and Be Kind ~
