Category Archives: Our Cottage

  *So here’s a cute story for a Sunday. I grew up with a tradition of having Tamales on New Years Day. When I lived in Southern California it was very easy to go to a Mexican deli and just order them for the holidays. Often, when I was still a teacher, parents would bring some  in for me. One year I actually had a few parents come over to my home and teach me how to prepare them. I was somewhat in a quandary when I moved to The Oregon coast. I wasn’t sure where I’d find tamales. So, recently while eating dinner at a local Mexican … Read the full blog post →

I usually don’t enjoy endings. And, as 2015 comes to an end… I have visions of the year I’m leaving. I’ve learned a great deal this year. I feel it’s been challenging, productive and also enjoyable day to day. What a wonderful thought to live our lives with as few regrets as possible. I have to be honest that I don’t make New Year’s resolutions either. However, at the beginning of each year I do write down a few things I’d like to work on to improve myself for the coming year. I begin to resolve to use my energy in positive, constructive, … Read the full blog post →

I love cottage homes. Especially, cottages that are Warm, Welcoming, and Inspiring. So, I thought it would be fun to share three of them during the week before Christmas. And, since it’s Christmas time, and I’m Marcia… we can begin with mine! (giggle) Of course the truth is the last two cottages are so wonderfully special, there’s no way I want to follow either one. (grin) So, get comfortable, and join me for a peek into three special, and cozy cottages on the Oregon coast. My cottage was built in 1946, and is a beach cottage. It is located 1/8 … Read the full blog post →

Hello, Welcome to Marcia’s Cottage by the Sea. ♡ I’m so happy to see you today my friend. ♡ Shall we have a little tea. ♡ Hard to believe that it’s only one week before Christmas. I hope your enjoying this fun and joyful time with friends, and family. I recently returned from a visit to California. I had a wonderful time, however, it was good to return back home to our cottage on the coast. The weather in California was sunny, warm, and beautiful. Of course. (wink) And, I experienced my first big storm this past week, here on … Read the full blog post →

Hello, Welcome to Marcia’s Cottage by the Sea. ♡ I’m so happy to see you today my friend. ♡ Shall we have a little tea. ♡ I’m just returning from a vacation in California. Other than a couple of days in a hotel, my stay was at the home of a dear friend. I’d love to share my experience of her beautiful HOME with you. The home is nestled up in the hills, and has a park like setting… The weather is often a little cooler and exemplifies California living at its best. Less traffic, and an opportunity to see … Read the full blog post →

Hello, Welcome to Marcia’s Cottage by the Sea. ♡ I’m so happy to see you today my friend. ♡ Shall we have a little tea. ♡ I can’t begin to tell you how much I enjoy December. For many years I hosted a Christmas Tea on the first Saturday in December. One year I had 35 ladies attend! One of the reasons I have enjoyed hosting tea parties especially in December, is that it’s the perfect month to decorate and get festive.  For me, hosting a Christmas Tea was one of my favoite traditions while I lived in California. Which … Read the full blog post →

Hello, Welcome to Marcia’s Cottage by the Sea. ♡ I’m so happy to see you today my friend. ♡ Shall we have a little tea. ♡ I can’t think of anything more comforting than the smell of baked bread. When I was single, I’d often bake bread in a bread maker in the morning. This way when I arrived back to my small apartment after a day of teaching I’d smell homemade bread. My apartment would feel all warm, cozy, and welcoming. I would feel loved And, of course we all need to feel loved. Oh, and of course if you … Read the full blog post →