Classic cars (especially convertibles),

polka dots,

fresh beet, apple, carrot juice (with a squeeze of lemon),

pineapple basil (smells so good and tropical),

lime green critters,

leaves that curl when touched,

and the hostas in the backyard…all in bloom!

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Catherine Denton

August 30, 2012 - 5:09 pm

Beautiful! Such lovely things to love. 😀
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Dianne

August 30, 2012 - 9:47 pm

Lovely inspiration! I planted some pineapple basil, but it didn't survive. I think it was just too hot for it in my garden…
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Deb Harvey

August 30, 2012 - 10:24 pm

Great inspiration! I love the Pineapple Basil, too.
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