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Vacay in Martha’s Vineyard

27 Wednesday May 2015

Posted by melissaoconnor in The Great Outdoors

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chappy island, flowers, gardens, gay head cliffs, island, lighthouse, marthas vineyard, mytoi, nature, nautical, ocean, sunset, trees, vacation, water

My husband and I really enjoyed our week away from it all in the beautiful Martha’s Vineyard. What a lovely island and peaceful place. I had gone there when I was younger to stay with a friend for awhile so it was cool to finally go back. This time it reminded me of Napa valley which is a cherished memory of mine. Plus, my husband had never been there so it was fun to be with him his first time.

We didn’t do much while we were there because the trip was mostly to relax and just enjoy ourselves but we did visit a few places. I wanted to share some photos I took during our stay. Enjoy!

Mytoi Gardens on Chappy Island
Vacay in Martha's Vineyard - Copyright Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Vacay in Martha's Vineyard - Copyright Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Vacay in Martha's Vineyard - Copyright Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Sunset in our backyard
Vacay in Martha's Vineyard - Copyright Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Vacay in Martha's Vineyard - Copyright Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Gay Head Cliffs
Vacay in Martha's Vineyard - Copyright Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Vacay in Martha's Vineyard - Copyright Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Art Inspired Palette: Karen Kaul-Solitary Watch

16 Thursday Apr 2015

Posted by melissaoconnor in Art Inspired Palette, Color Inspiration

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art, art inspired palette, color, color palette, design, karen kaul, lighthouse, nature, nautical, painting, sky, solitary watch, Watercolor

Art Inspired Palette: Karen Kaul-Solitary Watch

The Minted Eye of the Beholder Challenge

22 Tuesday Apr 2014

Posted by melissaoconnor in Art & Design, News

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animals, Anne of Green Gables, beach, boat, brackley beach, canada, carnival, clouds, collage, cotton candy, earth, earthy roots, eye of the beholder, ferris wheel, forest, green gables, green gables shore, haunted wood, horse, lighthouse, Maine, maine lighthouse, merry go round, minted, nature, new england, new york, Pennsylvania, philipsburg manor, prince edward island, rocks, sea, sky, swings, tarrytown, teddy bears, thomas lee house, trees, vintage, water, water penny, white pony, zipper

Hey everyone! I just wanted to announce that the voting has opened for the Minted Eye of the Beholder Challenge! I have submitted quite a few pieces so any voting you can do by May 5th would be much appreciated. To view all the submissions, you can vote blindly here or through the challenge submission gallery page.

Here are my submissions. Click on each one to vote. Thanks!

The Minted Eye of the Beholder Challenge - Vintage Carnival Collage

The Minted Eye of the Beholder Challenge-Earthy Roots

The Minted Eye of the Beholder Challenge-The Haunted Wood

The Minted Eye of the Beholder Challenge-Green Gables Shore

The Minted Eye of the Beholder Challenge-Thomas Lee House

The Minted Eye of the Beholder Challenge-Philipsburg Manor

The Minted Eye of the Beholder Challenge-White Pony

The Minted Eye of the Beholder Challenge-Water Penny

The Minted Eye of the Beholder Challenge-Brackely Beach

Inspiration Photo Friday: Maine on my Mind

01 Friday Mar 2013

Posted by melissaoconnor in Inspiration Photo Friday

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air, anniversary, clouds, lighthouse, Maine, nature, new england, ocean, sea, sky, travel, vacation, wedding

My husband and I love Maine. We first visited the beautiful state a few years ago and said we would definitely go back. Since our first year wedding anniversary is coming up in May, we have been thinking of places to go for vacation to celebrate. We can’t afford anything crazy so dream trips like going to Italy are out of the question, sadly. But the other day I thought of Maine and how much we loved it. It kind of made sense to go back and explore the things we didn’t get to see last time.

It will be our first trip with our new dog, Jenny, which should be cool. And yes, we bring our dogs with us on vacation. They are a part of the family aren’t they? I think I would be a wreck if I was away from them for more than a few days, never mind a week or two. So, a family trip it will be!

I am hoping for two weeks away, which would be so nice. I could use the time off for sure. Now that winter seems to be slowing down a bit, hints of spring are near. It’s making me anxious for the warmer weather. Spring, I must say, is one of my favorite seasons. It’s a time for rebirth and growth. The flowers start to bloom, gardening gets fun again, the trees come alive – its just so beautiful.

The last time we were in Maine, it was late September and pretty cool over there. Now that we are planning to go in May, it is going to be such a different experience. I can’t wait! The cool crisp air and warm sun, the gorgeous blue skies and soft ivory clouds, the amazing landscape that always surrounds you. Maine is so close to our hearts and we are so excited to give our love back once more.

Inspiration Photo Friday: Maine on my Mind - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

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