August Photo Project: Water

I've always lived near the water. Whether it was growing up 10 minutes from the ocean in Savannah, living blocks away from the Puget Sound in Seattle or having a view of the East River in New York, it's part of my geographical history. Austin is a change for me, but Town Lake and the many swimming pools are tiding me over. Here are the photos you shared:

My friend Annie took this photo of Gullfoss Waterfall on her trip to Iceland.

Ann of write.thrift.bake.roam snapped a beautiful photo at the beach.

Melissa of On Board the Gravytrain took this pic of her parents' pool in Alabama.

My Aunt Kathy sent this photo of Vernon River in Savannah.

And Jessica of dissolved into something captured stunning Waipio Valley Beach in Hawaii, where she recently eloped! Congrats, Jessica!

If you want to share a water photo, just leave a link below! Thanks for all the beautiful images!

Monthly Photo Project: August

For August's photo project, I'm all about cooling off. Let's capture water in all its glory. I'll share the results on Friday, August 29th. Email me your photo and information in advance, so I can highlight images from some of you. Send it to: southernhostess[at]gmail.com Have a great weekend!

July Photo Project: Relax

Can you believe July is already over? This month's theme served as a reminder to me to enjoy the rest of summer and this phase of life I'm in, despite all the chaos. This week, I treated myself to a massage and afternoon tea. Of course, it's got to be iced tea since it's July in Texas. Both were lovely and just the sort of treat I needed. Here's what you shared:

My friend Annie shared this photo of a sleepy monk seal on the beach from her vacation in Hawaii.

This purple sky that Allison captured is so dreamy.

My friend Nora took this picture of her pup Winston enjoying the dog days of summer.

Sally snapped this photo at one of her favorite parks in Paris.

And my mom took this one of kids enjoying bubbles at a birthday party.

If you want to share one of your relaxing photos, just leave a link below!

Monthly Photo Project: July

For this month's photo theme, I chose "relax." I thought it would be appropriate for photos of summer vacation, days spent by the pool and other hot weather fun. I'll share the results on Thursday, July 31st. Just email me your photo and information in advance, so I can highlight images from some of you. Send it to: southernhostess[at]gmail.com

June Photo Project: Animals

This month, I asked for your animal photos and we've got some serious dog lovers out there! To be honest, when I chose the theme I knew my parents would be delivering our new Old English Sheepdog puppy this week. So I'm pleased to introduce you to our girl Zuzu! I'm sure you'll be seeing a lot more of her. Here are the fun animal photos you shared:

Andra snapped this picture of llamas in Ecuador.

Brittany shared a photo of Freckles, the Saint Bernard mix she adopted.

Claudia sent a photo of one of her three dogs, Ella, a 10-year-old beagle she adopted.

And Allison took a pic of her dog donning a bowtie for a picnic.

If you want to share one of your animal photos, just leave a link below! Hope you have a great weekend! I'll be spending mine with my parents and Miss Zuzu Petals.

Monthly Photo Project: June

For this month's photo theme, let's photograph animals. It could be your pet, a bird you spot in the yard, a trip to a farm or zoo, anything you like! I'll share the results on Friday, June 27th. Email me your photo and information in advance, so I can highlight images from some of you. Send it to: southernhostess[at]gmail.com Have a great weekend!

May Photo Project: Flowers

This month's photo theme was flowers, and y'all captured some beauties. I took a photo of the peonies I treated myself too since they are one of my favorites. Here's what you shared:

Sally put together this collage of beautiful blooms in the French village where she spends her summers.

Daina's photo of the tulips in Rockefeller Center makes me miss New York.

Brittany shared a photo of these adorable pansies from the Orono Farmer's Market in Maine.

Lisa took this photo while arranging a Mother's Day bouquet.

Jessica captured a bee hard at work in the Ault Park gardens in Cincinnati.

And my mom snapped a pic of the ginger flowers blooming in her backyard in Savannah.

If you want to share one of your flower photos, just leave a link below! As always, thanks for sharing your pictures! Have a great weekend!

Monthly Photo Project: May

For this month's photo theme, let's bring on the May flowers! I'll share the results on Friday, May 30th. Email me your photo and information in advance, so I can highlight images from some of you. Send it to: southernhostess[at]gmail.com Have a great weekend!

April Photo Project: Lunch

This month's photo theme was lunch, and I loved seeing your tasty submissions. I snapped a pic of my tea and avocado toast, which has become a staple, now that I work from home. I usually eat at my desk, so food that only requires one free hand is key. Here's what you shared:

Lesley shared this refreshing-looking cucumber and tomato salad.

Hollie took a photo of her sweet potato nachos, which I'm eager to recreate.

And Allison snapped a pic of a hummus plate she shared with a friend.

If you want to share one of your lunch photos, just leave a link below! As always, thanks for sharing your photos!

Monthly Photo Project: April

Let's jump back into the monthly photo project with an easy to capture theme: lunch. I think it'll give a fun, little glimpse into our daily lives. I'll share the results on Wednesday, April 30th. Email me your photo and information in advance, so I can highlight images from some of you. Send it to: southernhostess[at]gmail.com Have a great weekend!

February Photo Project: Sweet

This month's photo theme was sweet, and I loved the images you sent. My photo is a yummy cup of hot chocolate I had when my parents visited us. Here's what you shared:

Sabrina from Italy sent a photo of her twist brioche with plum jam. It looks delicious!

Daina snapped a pic at Doughnut Plant, one of my personal favorites!

Allison shared a picture she took while spending some quality time with her husband on a hike that turned her whole day around.

Sally sent a photo of these gorgeous sweets from Paris.

If you want to share one of your sweet photos, just leave a link below! I'll announce March's theme next week. As always, thanks for sharing!

Monthly Photo Project: February

All that talk about sweets yesterday got me thinking, so here we are with this month's photo theme. No need to limit yourself to candy and dessert, feel free to go with the kind or cute definition. I'll share the results on Friday, February 28th. Email me your photo and information in advance, so I can highlight images from some of you. Send it to: southernhostess[at]gmail.com Have a great weekend!

January Photo Project: Cold

It seems fitting that I'm sharing your cold-themed photos this week given how brutal the weather has been in some places. I snapped a pic of my coat and boots following a day in the snow. Here's what you shared:

Lesley took this photo of her daughter Maltida walking through the snow that hit Georgia this week.

Jaime shared a pic of a snowy evening in Boston. I love how the State House glows against the blue light.

Allison took this photo on her daily walk with her dog Odin.

Jenny shared a photo of the rental car she was driving this week while her car was in the shop. She says she drove it like a grandma to keep from fishtailing.

And I like Hanna's photo as a response to the cold. That's what I'm talking about.

If you want to share one of your photos of the cold, just leave a link below! I'll announce February's theme next week. Thanks for sharing your pictures with me!

Monthly Photo Project: January

With last night's snowstorm, cold seems like a fitting photo theme for January. I'll share the results on Friday, January 31st. Email me your photo and information in advance if you like, so I can highlight images from some of you. Send it to: southernhostess[at]gmail.com

December Photo Project: Cheer

December seemed to fly by this year, didn't it? Luckily, your photos are helping me savor a last bit of holiday cheer. I took my photo after a dinner with friends in Brooklyn. Nothing like a warm, noisy restaurant on a cold New York night. Here's what you shared:

Lesley took this photo while she and her daughter were packing up reindeer food.

Vanessa of Hey Lady, Grey snapped a pic of a holiday toast.

Rachel of elephantine took this photo during her Christmas spent in L.A.

And Natalie of Natty Michelle shared her Christmasy chalk art.

If you want to share one of your cheerful photos, just leave a link below! I'll announce January's theme on Friday. Thanks so much for sharing your pictures, and Happy New Year!