Simple decorations to compliment antique Tibetan buffet with rich carvings. The rich patina of this old wood just stand out with these simple farmhouse accessories. Rich textures work together without overshadowing one another. The oversized bark wreath is just resting against the wall. Simple to do because of … Read More about Little of This and That for Fall
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Elevenses for Thanksgiving Morning
what is elevenses? (originally posted 24 November 2014, updated 16 October 2021) I love to read. It is no secret. I like thought provoking and “heavy” reading and I like the entertaining escape reading of cosy mysteries. One mystery series heroine, Daisy who is always ready for a snack, is the curious sort “who falls over bodies” She … Read More about Elevenses for Thanksgiving Morning
Three Rooms to Inspiration Easy Fall Decorations
Do you like easy but looking really good decorations for the season? I sure do! I’ll take you through our middle room, kitchen and powder room that is decorated simply for fall! My youngest granddaughter was my helper. decorate for welcome and Pretty Who is my helper? Miss O who always wants to decorate! She … Read More about Three Rooms to Inspiration Easy Fall Decorations
Always
Always We were by our side brick wall for a family photo. It was a sunny fall day. I was remembering and reminiscing back to our children’s early childhoods. We have 5. How our girls had grown! I remember when they were so tiny, so new to the world…so loved always! instilling faith Jim or … Read More about Always
Meg’s Baking Apple Pie Just For Us!
We had apple pie this week. It’s ‘Pick Your Own Apples’ season here. Amy and friends went. She brought home a peck. This was going to be a post about apple pickling and pie but I didn’t have any apple picking photos for this year’s apples. Side Tracked by memories Then I got side tracked. It … Read More about Meg’s Baking Apple Pie Just For Us!
Growing with Effort
Posted on September 7, 2013by omega57. Updated 3 October 2021 Growing with effort…where are you putting your efforts? Modest harvest A plentiful harvest from a modest garden. I am about “squashed” out. As I walked under the grape vine I said “It smells like grape jelly.” They are Concord grapes. As the sweet grand girls walked … Read More about Growing with Effort
Autumn Bounty & Pie
Autumn is a time to celebrate bounty and in our house that may mean PIE! Autumn is here! Autumn is here! Cool mornings, hot afternoons. Orange pumpkins and leaves beginning their annual show. I love it! I made a fun discovery this autumn. Orange accents look fabulous in … Read More about Autumn Bounty & Pie
Cornstalks and Ribbon
MY first blog hop! I’m part of the Thistlewood Master Mind VIP fall project blog hop. Join along for some great inspiration! Corn stalks for the porch My fall Project has been in the making all the way back to spring planting! Jim planted the corn, we ate it this summer and then we cut … Read More about Cornstalks and Ribbon
Beef Stroganoff Classic and Versatile
Classic beef stroganoff. Do you think this classic dish would be easy to make? It is. Do you think it would be afforable? It is. And the best of all? Totally delicious. PS. And makes for delicious leftovers too. Origins of classic Russian dish Though this dish’s recipes vary depending on regions and chefs two … Read More about Beef Stroganoff Classic and Versatile
Celebrating Our Beloved Dog, Shadow
Celebrating our beloved dog, Shadow was a joyful occasion! What’s better than a birthday party? A birthday party for a beloved dog! 2007 Birthday Present Shadow was a 2007 birthday present for Meg’s 7th birthday! She named her Shadow because she was black. Though Shadow was a family dog, eventually, she and Amy really bonded. … Read More about Celebrating Our Beloved Dog, Shadow