Color Chart

Loving this Caribbean-style poster / wrapping paper free download from Elle Decoration South Africa.   May your week be filled with inspiring color.

Happy Birthday Madiba

Nelson Mandela celebrates his 92nd Birthday today.  I hope he had a wonderful day surrounded by family and friends.  What an impressive man!   Image via Nelson Mandela Childrens Fund.

Seen and Liked

Hand sculpture at the new terminal at Delhi Airport via BBC; 
Bed by Piet Hein Eek:
Dresser reusing old tapestry by Leslie Oschmann;
Matt Albiani via OneKingsLane.

Happy Weekend

We're having wonderful weather here in LA! It's really a heat wave but still perfect for Summer dining in the evening!

Friday's Fabulous Woman: Christiane Amanpour

I remember being totally inspired and impressed when television reporter, Christiane Amanpour first appeared on my television set reporting on Bosnia.  She came across as smart, calm and personable in very difficult circumstances. 

Born in 1958, Amanpour is the daughter of an English mother and Iranian father.  After receiving a degree in journalism, she joined CNN in 1983 and has gone on to become an acclaimed international correspondent.  She recently signed on with ABC to anchor "This Week".

Outdoor Dining

Wonderful outdoor dining via Alkemie

Color Spots

Love these images from Poppytalk's "if I had a house" post, particularly the stripes up the stairs.