Drive Bys

My name is Judy and I am a house stalker!! Come along with me and we'll stalk out some of my favorites:

First up is a little peek in a neighborhood about two blocks from my house. These are patio homes where mostly retired folks live but they keep up their houses and grounds beautifully. I love this little white picket fence that separates these two yards.

In the same area I spied this little iron gate that looks like it leads to a secret garden....love that!

Now this arbor was my inspiration for the one in my yard.

Let's go across town to some of the most charming houses you'll ever see. While they are not the large McMansions that are popping up everywhere, the character of these well-cared for homes is evident.

There is an area in town called "The Garden District." This is one of my husband's favorites houses in that area.

I like this place a lot. I also got a picture of the side of the house they use as a patio.



I love this wall of french doors

I love awnings and window boxes and would love to have the type of house where I could use an awning. That red really pops!

There's no telling how old this tree is. It is in the middle of a strip of property surrounding some of the bigger homes in the Garden District and located in front of the grand old First United Methodist Church.



Here's a little peek at that church from the side.

Ohhh, look at this black fence and arbor/gate thingy!





















Wouldn't you love to be swinging on this porch swing?





















This is our governor's mansion.
Great example of a true Southern antebellum mansion.
This home was originally built by an old family here in town who made their fortune in the lumber business. It was purchased and remodeled some years ago. During remodeling, it burned but has since been restored.


My daughter's best friend lives here. A few years ago, best friend met and married a doctor who treats her like the princess she is. She is one sweet girl and we love her very much! Her grandmother and my mother are also best friends.












Well, that completes my little drive by for now. I have lots more pics and will be posting them at a later date. I hope you found something to give you inspiration!