The window had arches. The chalkboard annouced the daily events. I knew we were in for a treat! We were ushered upstairs. The seemingly original wall paper was peeling. While I would HATE this in my own home, it added the shabby to idealized quaint French cafe of yesteryear. Nancy, Meg and I joined Jessica, her … Read More about DC Brunch Shabby French Style
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Renovation Blues
At our house we have the renovation blues! The closet doors are 2 weeks late. TWO weeks! The custom made doors were not painted as ordered. We just got a call that the paint job was not satisfactory; one more coat will be applied. I am so glad our contractors have high standards. Thursday the … Read More about Renovation Blues
Fragile…mom influence
Dear Mom’s, You sweet momma’s who love your children beyond what it seems is possible, Your daughters are just a fragile as you. Tonight I am sharing about my spiritual journey with some ladies who are also well along in their own journeys. What can I say to these saints? Why would they be interested in what … Read More about Fragile…mom influence
Renovating Our Old Farmhouse
Living in an old, old house has its draw backs like lack of closet space and an abundance of walls. This old house had no fireplace. How is that even possible? Living in an old house has its advantages too. after all it is a piece of history. We got two estimates. I knew what the result … Read More about Renovating Our Old Farmhouse
Post Haven Conference
These ladies could not have been more friendly! They were just as excited to be at Haven as Rosemary and I were. Watch Beach Flip on Sunday nights at 9PM to these gals work their renovation magic! My youngest daughter, Meg and I hit the road to head south to Haven 2015. Nothing outstanding … Read More about Post Haven Conference
I was the Mother of the Groom
See this picture of me. Do I look pained? No! My heart was full to overflowing. I am trying my best to not boo hoo. I was looking at my boys standing next to each other with their father. I was feeling emotional. Joy for them with a mother’s heart. I was the mother of … Read More about I was the Mother of the Groom
Half Birthday Celebration!
It was a half birthday celebration for our 16-year-old, Amy! It was also a celebration for summer’s start. Plus it had been a long, long cold winter and spring. I felt like there was finally a true start to summer. Frankly I wanted to turn my “mom” failure into a happy event. When asked what she … Read More about Half Birthday Celebration!
jet lag cookies
Around lunch time yesterday my beloved family came home. They had traveled across the globe to Thailand for work and friends. Great goals for what was basically a work trip for my husband. Lots of friends. Lots of fun and refreshing times. It was a spiritual time. The girls headed for their rooms … Read More about jet lag cookies
A Simple Vase of Flowers
I have been stalled about what to do with some empty spaces and tables since we put away our Christmas decorations. Between being busy and unable to think of anything fresh, I did nothing. That’s right, nothing. I left those 2 table bare, sad and cold. The other flat spaces are still plain and … Read More about A Simple Vase of Flowers
Sabbath Word…Hope
This past week the word for Advent was HOPE. Was there a time when hope is not needed? Never. It was hard week for our son who received word one of his close friends was in a severe car accident. It was a shock. Kyle is still not breathing on his own after 2 … Read More about Sabbath Word…Hope