On letting go of expectations..The Camellia, Thunder Bay

To quote Cookie Monster,  "Today me will live in the moment unless it's unpleasant in which case me will eat Cookie!!" It's true, we all have unpleasant days, those blah days when you just want to go back to bed, and then wake up and find out it was all a bad dream. but just one look at this cheery Sunflower bloom from last year's Garden ... and you start to feel a tiny bit better. It's always hard to let go of expectations, and it's crushing when you realize that it is what it is, no matter how much you wish otherwise. Like our weather this Summer, which now feels like Fall.

 All this rain has led to much grass cutting and my grapevine has grown to gignormous heights. May have to cut some of it to make a wreath.

 We must remind ourselves that Life is Beautiful.

 Garden lilacs, burlap, hearts and old windows.

 We have a Vegan dog,he loves tomatoes and zucchini, and beans and cukes. ...

 We have Canadian Soy candles out at the store, they smell wonderful!

 Saying Good-bye to Summer.

And hello to Fall handbags .. we have a great selection in store at The Camellia. 

Come visit us... we are Open Wednesday 11-5, Thurs. 12-7. Fri. 11 -5. Sat. 11-5. Sun. 12-5. 

phone 807)475-3551.

                                                             www.thecamellia.com

Summer photos at the Camellia

 It's always more fun to do Product Shoots in the Summer. Warmer weather, green grass, and blue skies.

 We sell this wonderful Hand Lotion at Camellia's - smells just like fresh Lilacs!

 And their Soap is heavenly!

 A Butterfly stops by, attracted by the Lilacs....

 Love this old Window idea for a Garden wedding.

Eiffel Tower  Candle Holder with 2 levels - this would look great in a Gazebo, especially at night!

Visit Camellia's at 30 Hacquoil Rd. Open Wed. through Fri.

Thursday: Noon to 6, Fri. 11-4. Sat. 11-5, Sun. Noon to 5.

p 807)475-3551

Oh I almost forgot - about the grand Opening of the BBAC at the Marina this Friday.

You'll find our work in the Gallery , and on Friday we will be at the Handmade Market from 5-9p.

The Season Opening of the Baggage Building Arts Centre, Splash Pad and
 Mariner's Hall Exhibits at Prince Arthur's Landing.

 Baggage Building Arts Centre
 Create your own art project to take home, meet local artists and arts
 groups, watch mural demonstrations, listen to great local music, visit the
 gift gallery and artisan market and more.
 The Arts Centre will be a hub of artistic programming, demonstrations,
 displays and sales all summer long.

 Splash Pad
 Bring your bathing suit and make a splash in Thunder Bay's newest, state 
 of the art splash pad.

 Activity stations around the Splash Pad will keep the kids busy with
 bubbles, chalk-art murals, fun and games.

 Mariner's Hall Exhibits
 Get ready to learn about the History of Prince Arthur's Landing, the
 Canadian Navy, and Thunder Bay's role in Flowing Grain to the World.

 Check out the exhibits and chat with interpreters.


                        Friday June 15
                          Prince Arthur's Landing
                                 1:30-9pm

Lilacs at The Camellia

Lilacs are an old favourite in a Garden...there are many Lilac bushes around Thunder Bay. These photos were taken recently at our Family's home in Edmonton, Alberta. Here at Camellia's we have French Lilacs, which bloom considerably later than other varieties.

Love the smell of Lilacs? Treat yourself to a wonderful Fresh White Lilac shea butter Lotion. Soft and light, and smells just like a just blooming lilac blossom. Ask for the Farm house White Lilac.

Fresh white Lilac Laundry sachets - use in the dryer to scent your linens or clothing. Each sachet is good for 4 or 5 loads in the dryer.

Of course, if you are lucky enough to have a Lilac bush in your yard, pick a bunch and bring them in! Smashing their wooden stems may help the blooms to take up water easily.

We have a wonderful square tablecloth with Lilacs embroidered on it.

Fresh Lilacs are a real treat! Enjoy them while they last!




Camellia's Country Living & Giving. Come visit us at 30/32 Hacquoil Rd. Off Highway 61, on the way to Thunder Oak Cheese Farm, Belluz Greenhouses, and the Pioneer Village.
p-(807)475-3551



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