a fresh look for the living room Two trees in the living room turned out to be just perfect. two trees and a sled I wasn’t sure about this. Would it look like a hotel lobby? Too much for our farmhouse, for the room? The two boxes were easy to bring down from the attic. … Read More about Two Trees in the Living Room
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Snow Decorates for Christmas!
We did not decorate Thanksgiving weekend. Even as we walk around big red plastic containers, there is no regret. Thanksgiving was at Will and Hailey’s. There is no snow this year either! It is cold though! christmas this year and a few years ago Today, it is 9 days until Christmas this year. Jim and … Read More about Snow Decorates for Christmas!
Seasons of Life #2 Gift Giving to Family
Our gift giving at Christmas is changing. We shop our attic and cabinets for treasures. Experiences are high on out list too! Plays, trips, special activities and local events areon the list for both our children and grandchildren. Are there toys or clothes under tree? Maybe. The point is our thinking has changed about gift … Read More about Seasons of Life #2 Gift Giving to Family
Enchanting Christmas Table
Lot of sparkle with a little red paired together made this Christmas table enchanting! Have you started to “Deck Your Halls” yet? We left our Thanksgiving fall decor out until Saturday after our family time together with all our kids and grandchildren. Amy was coming home. The fall decor stayed up as a Welcome Home. … Read More about Enchanting Christmas Table
Christmas Farmhouse Kitchen Table Welcome!
Welcome to the Amazing Creators Holiday Blog Hop! As a special treat today, I am joining together with a group of my friends to share an abundance of Holiday ideas! From recipes to decorating ideas to tablescapes and more, I know you will find ideas and inspiration for your holiday celebration! Once you are finished … Read More about Christmas Farmhouse Kitchen Table Welcome!
Seasons of Life #1…Offically Empty Nesters!
Yep! We are officially empty nesters. We’re also retired and grandparents. It’s an adjustment; like who can remember preparing meals for the two of you when first married? It’s been decades. KIDS MOVE OUT As each child moved out to independence over the years, a few things went with them. Extra furniture from the attic. … Read More about Seasons of Life #1…Offically Empty Nesters!
Autumn Carmelized Vegetables
Some recipe post are just too delicious and perfect for the season to not repost. This year we are headed to Hailey and Will’s house this year. Bet we have this dish!! It’s a new tradition. consider autumn and thanksgiving Fires take the chill out of the evening air. Display bins in the markets overflow … Read More about Autumn Carmelized Vegetables
Pie Tyranny Breaks Tradition
We really didn’t have pie tyranny. What we had were some rebellious children led by one of the adult siblings that Thanksgiving morning who just didn’t want to wait for dessert time! You know, after the turkey when you think you can’t eat another bite. I mean, really, dessert leftovers actually make the best post-feast … Read More about Pie Tyranny Breaks Tradition
Fall Friendship: Rustic Tablescape for A Cozy Soup Meal Together
This rustic Autumn tablescape is built around the hand thrown bowls Amy has created with a Friendsgiving in mind! Creating Rustic Tablescape I tried using a tablecloth that I thought would be a great base. Nope! Off it came! The wood of the beautiful table was definitely the right choice. Don’t try to make something … Read More about Fall Friendship: Rustic Tablescape for A Cozy Soup Meal Together
Season of Fall…Magnificent Golden Moon
Early Saturday morning, Jim slipped out for the Saturday morning men’s Bible study. I was just getting up expecting some quiet before the grandkids came. They were coming for the day so their parents could go to a parent conference and dinner. Little did I know what magnificent sight was in store for me! Rush … Read More about Season of Fall…Magnificent Golden Moon