Autumn Has Finally Arrived
She's been a long time coming but like a long overdue visit from a good friend, autumn has finally arrived. When I turn that calendar page from September to October, no matter what the temperature, I feel the need to nest for the cooler days that are surely on the way. Porches add a warm welcome … [Read More...]
Changes in the Kitchen
Over our 32 years of marriage, Mike and I have made a habit of diving into a new project when we need a distraction. Most of the time, a new project will keep our minds focused on the good stuff. Stuff like creativity and common goals. Not everyone loves doing house projects...I totally understand … [Read more... ]
Budget-Friendly Guest Room Makeover
After we put hardwoods in the upstairs last year, we did a budget-friendly guest room makeover. This is an UPDATED POST My granddaughters call this bedroom the "beachy bedroom". The "headboard" is a screen from Hobby Lobby. The mirrors were ones I had around the house. The bed was from … [Read more... ]
Guest Bathroom Makeover
At the end of last year, Mike and I had hardwoods put in throughout our upstairs. While we were at it, we did budget makeovers on all the rooms up there, including this bathroom. When I start any room makeover or renovation the first thing I decide is the mood I want in that room. By mood I mean … [Read more... ]
Easter Ideas!
So excited to bring you some Easter ideas from last week's link up! These beautiful eggs from Daune at Cottage in the Oaks are dyed using natural elements like purple cabbage!Easter table inspiration with faux flowers from Clean and Scentisible ... If you're in the mood to make a little … [Read more... ]
Easy Spring Pillows
It's springtime. At least it is in my mind and around our house. When the birds start nesting and the trees are just starting to bud, I do a little nesting of my own. Lightening up our rooms is easy when you change up just a few things. Like the pillows in the living room... I decided to … [Read more... ]
Spring Inspiration
Are you guys ready for spring? From the looks of our link up last week, I'd guess you are absolutely ready! Before I get to the "official" features from last week, I wanted to show you some of my favorites! Cute bunny printables... I Should Be Mopping the Floor Lovely ideas for outdoor … [Read more... ]
Spring Time Projects & Treats!
Last week we had some really creative links! I was totally inspired by all the great spring time ideas like these... Settings for Four And this beautiful but simple centerpiece... Refresh Restyle And this fantastic DIY Irish Blessing Sign... Blesser House Now...are ya eady to inspire and … [Read more... ]
Thoughts on Lent
The season of Lent, " a time of repentance, fasting, and preparation for the coming of the Easter season. It is a time of self-examination and reflection." I didn't grow up in a church that observed the Church calendar, maybe that's why I'm so drawn to it. Or maybe it's the order and … [Read more... ]
DIY Projects With Lots of Color!
Welcome back to Monday Funday Link Party, one of the biggest blog parties around! Thank you for your enthusiasm and loyalty to our party each week. We love to feature YOU and love it even more when we see our readers continue to link up with us each and every week. Seriously…you guys ROCK!! As … [Read more... ]
Spring Inspiration!
Welcome back and you're going to LOVE this week's features...we've got Ten Ideas that are full of spring inspiration from last week's links! Our hostesses are: That’s What {Che} Said | Creatively Living | Club Chica Circle | Becoming Martha Wait ‘Til Your Father Gets Home | A Cup Full of … [Read more... ]
Nine Ideas for Farmhouse Decor
Welcome back and you're going to LOVE this weeks features...we've got nine farmhouse decor Ideas from last week's links! Our hostesses are: That’s What {Che} Said | Creatively Living | Club Chica Circle | Becoming Martha Wait ‘Til Your Father Gets Home | A Cup Full of Sass The Benson Street | … [Read more... ]
Living awestruck
Sometimes I forget to live awestruck. Most recently, this happened in the early weeks of 2017. I'm not sure exactly how it happens because if I knew the trigger maybe I could prevent the process. But most of the time I just find myself looking at life void of wonder. Boiling down my days to a … [Read more... ]
Slow Cooker Recipes to try this month!
Welcome back to Monday Funday Link Party, one of the biggest blog parties around! Thank you for your enthusiasm and loyalty to our party each week. We love to feature YOU and love it even more when we see our readers continue to link up with us each and every week. Seriously...you guys ROCK!! As … [Read more... ]
Valentine’s Day Ideas!
Can you guys BELIEVE that January is almost over!?!? With February in mind, today we're talking Valentine's Day! First, I've got 12 Valentine's Day Ideas right here : All Things Valentine's Day And then you guys linked up some fantastic heart day ideas and Meredith pulled together a few! Our … [Read more... ]
The Bedroom & thoughts on change
January has been full of change for us. I started the Autoimmune Solution eating plan (aka: The Myers Way) after being so sick last fall. Now, if you know me at all, you know that I move through change with more anger than grace, picture a spoiled toddler kicking and screaming as she leaves Toys R … [Read more... ]
Healthy Recipe Ideas for the New Year
This week Sarah picked out a few healthy recipe ideas for the new year! You guys are linking up so many great projects and recipes and we love them all! Ready??? As usual, our party hostesses are the lovely... That’s What{Che} Said | Creatively Living | Club Chica Circle Becoming Martha | Wait … [Read more... ]