Need some new book recommendations for you or the kids in family to start the year of right? This is a recap, not of posts from last year but of some books our family gave each other this year! Jim got Cozy, a story of a young musk ox. When I spied Cozy, I had … Read More about Books to Start the Year
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Hosting Made Easy for a Baby Shower
Primroses called to me as I walked in the grocery store. I was hosting a baby shower and was looking for inspiration and food to fill out my menu. I thought, “Just like Cynthia!” .(The Mitford Series) There are some helpful rules when planning for different occasions. Afternoon gatherings of women traditionally are called … Read More about Hosting Made Easy for a Baby Shower
Planning Tips: How to Plan When Feeding a Crowd
Menu for Thanksgiving 2015 This weekend Nancy, my oldest asked me what did I seem to always forget when preparing for a large group meal? She is looking forward to hosting our family Christmas gathering. I think her whole family is. Menus are being discussed … Read More about Planning Tips: How to Plan When Feeding a Crowd
Christmas Tree and Memories
Have you noticed the questions on FB about Christmas trees? Well, I can tell you folks want advice on one or two trees, Themes or family memories focused? Why not both…if you can! This tree is our main tree. Our family tree. It will always be my first choice. Our home is large enough I … Read More about Christmas Tree and Memories
Poignant Telling… Our Military Family Story
A repost on this Veteran’s Day 2020 from November 2016 A poignant telling, a glimpse of a Soldier’s Wife who will be alone for a season of carrying on while her heart is gripped with the missing and loneliness that is carefully hidden as she carries on… for her self and her family … Read More about Poignant Telling… Our Military Family Story
Omega’s Chili… Comfort Food
It was a sunny morning. I was feeling energized after a long week. You know one of those that just sap your energy. Our children from out of town came up. We love it when they come. Sometimes both come during the same weekend! JIm and the boys relaxed at home. I went with Jessica … Read More about Omega’s Chili… Comfort Food
Why Not Go Multi-generational Family Camping?
This site contains affiliate links to products. I may receive a commission for purchases made through these links at no extra cost to you. We went camping this weekend. Nope, this was not something we had done for years! We rented a camper trailer. Nope, we have never done that. My husband wanted to give … Read More about Why Not Go Multi-generational Family Camping?
One Project from DIY Room Makeover Ideas Book
This site contains affiliate links to products. I may receive a commission for purchases made through these links at no extra cost to you. Time with my grandkids is the best! Like every grandmother, I absolutely mine are the cutest, sweetest and most wonderful. Now you know I could go on. One thing that I … Read More about One Project from DIY Room Makeover Ideas Book
Tablescape for a Tea Party
Yesterday I went to my friend Tracey’s home to help her set up for a special tea party. For quite awhile she and her granddaughter who is a third grader have planned to do this.
Delightfully Delicious Sandies, A Cookie for All Seasons
A favorite treat of our family and undoubtedly of anyone who has ever tasted them!