I just returned home from a wonderful trip to Longboat Key.  We had perfect beach weather, great seafood and quality time with dear friends.

I loved walking on the beach and seeing all the birds playing at the water’s edge.

There were several sea turtle nests that were roped off and protected.  At one of the restaurants that we were at, they had to turn off all lights outside because it attracts the sea turtles.  It’s lights out from May 1st to October 31st.

Here are some interesting links on Sea Turtles and their nesting.  Sea Turtles  and an article from ABC.

My friend Jane and I spent a relaxing afternoon at the Ritz Carlton Spa in Sarasota while our husbands went fishing.  Before leaving for vacation I wrote about Reinventing Your Home Accessories and featured the bronze statues in my master bath.

Well, I couldn’t believe when I walked into the spa and saw the same statues in the women’s locker room, the day before my post was to go live!  I’d like to think of that as a good omen.

It’s back to reality this week but the best thing about vacations is that they reenergize you.  Enjoy this week’s Worthy Reads.

Is The SPF In Your Makeup And Skin Care Enough?

via Clinique

Now that it is summer and you are spending more time outside, this article from Lucky Magazine Is The Spf In Your Makeup And Skin Care Enough?  was worthy of sharing.  

How to Host a Gorgeous Outdoor Gathering

Veranda is one of my favorite magazines and they never disappoint.  I love this outdoor setting and can’t wait to host our first dinner party outside this year.  Read their tips on How to Host a Gorgeous Spring Gathering.

The 10 Best Cities For College Grads In 2015

I was surprised at this list in Huffington Post on The 10 Best Cities For College Grads In 2015.  There were the usual big cities but my surprise was at the smaller cities listed.     

Recipe of the Week

While in Florida, we had Key Lime Pie every night that we shared between the four of us.  OMG!  It’s one of my favorite desserts.  I turned to Southern Living for a Key Lime Pie recipe for this week’s Worthy Reads.  I trust their test kitchen as Southern Living’s recipes are always good.

Room of the Week

Keeping with my vacation theme today, I love how light and airy this beach house is from Queensland Homes.  Click on the link and you can tour the rest of the home.

Thanks for stopping by.  Have a great week.