A little slice of Bali in California

Today ’s photos take us toMichelle Derviss ‘ back yard in her garden in Novato , California . I visited her a twosome of geezerhood ago , and was catch by this unbend yet exciting space . I asked her to tell us about it , and she sound out , “ In regards to my outdoor hang out , I seek to create a subtropic , moody blank that would make myself and my friends feel carefree and comfortable . l love to travel to far off exotic tropical lands , but my bag does n’t often allow it , so I ’ve create my own little tropical retreat that I can portion out with others for afternoon bbq ’s and eventide Pina Coladas . If you ca n’t give to fly off to Bali then create Bali powerful in your own backyard . ” Thanks , Michelle ! Now I want a Pina Colada … BTW , Michelle has anamazingblog – mark off it out !

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