LESSONS FROM
This past summer, I was privileged to explore two of America’s most breathtaking treasures: Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park . Trips to the mountains always inspire, recharge, and remind me how much nature teaches us about design, balance, and beauty.
groupings to draw the eye, the right frame can turn a simple view into a masterpiece.
2. Layers add depth. One of my favorite sights was the sun shifting across the mountain and changing colors and shadows throughout the day. At Yellowstone, tall valley grasses gave way to shrubs and then evergreens; a natural layering that created depth and interest. Layering plants by height, texture, and color in your yard gives that same effect, making the space feel rich and full of life. 3. Design for life. Wildlife was everywhere, from moose grazing along the Teton River to bison crossing the road. It reminded me that the most vibrant landscapes attract birds, butterflies, and pollinators.
Out west, the air is cooler, the skies are clearer, and the pace is slower. Beyond the fresh air, three lessons stood out, and I brought them into the landscapes I designed here in Central Florida. 1. Nature frames the view. At Grand Teton, the mountains rise straight from the valley floor and are perfectly framed by groves of pine and aspen trees. It’s as if nature arranged the scene for maximum impact. THE WEST: How Nature Shapes My Approach to Landscape Design CHICKS DIG IT Jumpin’ Juliet’s Smile Time Framing matters in landscape design. Whether it’s placing a tree to align with a window, creating a focal point with a water feature, or using plant
Hi there! I hope you’re having fun in the Florida fall, which is still pretty warm compared to other places. I also hope you enjoyed your last day of summer. Me? Well, if you read my messages here every three months, you know I have fun everywhere I go, any time of year!
The three of us turned part of the house into Chef’s Best, a place that
served coffee, English muffins, and fruit. Gavin was the chef, Ella was the server, and I was the hostess with the mostest! I seated Mommy and Daddy at the table and poured water
I’m happy to say I had a lot of fun with my family this past summer, which made me smile a lot. In fact, I’m
for them. Since I wanted to give my diners a pleasant experience, I checked in on them throughout their meal and smiled often. Gavin and Ella did a great job, too, and Mommy and Daddy loved their breakfast! Who knows … maybe we’ll start a Chef’s Best in Florida someday!
always smiling. Daddy says it’s “infectious,” and I’ve heard him tell people that seeing it warms his heart. I was all smiles when we went on the road in July.
Well, that’s all from Jumpin’ Juliet until 2026! Until next time, remember to do things that make you smile. Not only will that make you feel good, but it will also make other people feel good! And if you ever start a restaurant, you’ll have a hostess ready to smile for your customers!
As Daddy writes about in this month’s newsletter, we went out west to Wyoming to visit Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park. While at the house we rented there, my brother, sister, and I decided to give Mommy and Daddy a special treat by going into the restaurant business!
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