Out on the Line

Hanging laundry on the line has been described in so many ways—a meditation, a connection, and way to save energy, a money saver, a time-tested necessity, and a tradition. But sometimes, sometimes, it's more than that, and I don't mean in a good way. Ladies and gentlemen (but probably really only ladies), I bring you the dark side of the laundry line.

like jeans-as-bird-toilet...

...and just dried laundry, left out for a bit longer, only to be soaked by those afternoon storms that pop up so often these days.

The good thing is the sun is out again before the rain has even stopped, and the drying begins again.

See more hanging laundry, from around the world and all walks of life, over at Wash Wednesday.

Backyard Beauties

While some parts of the country have recently had some wild weather, the Northeast has been enjoying a string of glorious days of sunshine and warmth.

I thought this would be a nice time for an inspiration spread, as we emerge from our homes and enthusiastically begin moving our lives outdoors again. Enjoy these photos from my own backyard.