I don't know if I've ever been so happy that warmer days are just around the corner. I'm almost giddy over the daffodils in the back yard and the green on my spring mantle! Isn't it just amazing how a hard winter can make for a sweeter spring? Maybe our bodies crave the warmth of sunshine and our … [Read more...]
Behold Christmas Mantel
The word has been chasing me around for months. Jumping off the page in my quiet time and wiggling it's way into my thoughts and prayers. It means to watch-to contemplate -to gaze upon. And if there's ever a time I want to slow down, if there's ever a time I want to watch...to contemplate and to … [Read more...]
Fall Mantel
Are you thinking about putting together your fall mantel in the next week or so? I started mine last week and thought you might want to take a peek! I've told you before that I think one of the biggest decorating challenges is having a TV over the mantel and still maintaining a beautiful focal … [Read more...]
Winter Decorating
I did a bit of winter decorating last week. I know not everyone wants to decorate for every season and I understand. I really do. I'm simplifying and freeing myself of clutter just like you are... But after taking down Christmas The Husband walked into the den and in a most unenthusiastic tone … [Read more...]
Christmas Mantle on Stone House Lane
It's the most wonderful time of the year! I love everything about this season, especially dressing up our home in her Christmas finest! I started with the fireplace this year... Because the fireplace on Stone House Lane is huge and it's probably the focal point of the entire house. It's stacked … [Read more...]
Fall Mantel
I did my fall mantel! We've had cool weather here in the deep south this week. The air is blissfully free of humidity, the mornings have a slight chill and I kid you not, some of the trees are just beginning to fade from summer green to their appointed autumn hue. I've been busy welcoming the … [Read more...]