I was gardening the whole weekend. Sunday morning my lawn, camellia hedges, tomatoes, house... looked beautiful. Afternoon was a very different story.
Here are some photos how sad our suburb looks now.
Clean up is still going on...and we have the power back.
Our house has a little damage and can be easily fixed. Lots of houses got it much worse - very bad. It was really scary!! 
our street
before the storm
... enjoy your pre Christmas parties wherever you are
...dining indoors or alfresco
How would I love this picture or any Kenton Nelson art as a Christmas present . My daughter promised to attempt a copy for me. (is it illegal ?)
I love this colour combination!
...black & white picture is going to be framed soon 
Country retreat in the Southern Highlands of NSW Australia - gorgeous property of seasoned renovator, a former model , a fashion boutique owner and a decorative art business owner Suzanne Dougall featured in House and garden magazine. 
The Marais is widely considered the most beautiful example of 18th-century palace architecture in private hands.
In the wine cave,three maiolica vases from San Gimignano rest on a 17th century table. "Typically, we gather here for wine and cheese," the designer noted.
At the rear of the apartment, overlooking the moat and the property’s densely forested park, is a broad terrace, which has contemporary outdoor furniture.
...and this one is my favorite. I am looking for a nice lantern for entry hall. Nothing elaborate, no frills, simple modern take of the classical lantern.
