Transform your living spaces with quick arrangements that are easy to create! Capture the autumn spirit when you use deep red wine that you can sip while wrapped in a soft blanket ate the end of the day. Fall Vignettes & Arrangements: Create Cozy Vibes Now Rusty burnt orange reflects the changing leaves meaning fall is on its way. Here…
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Fallingwater, An American Architectural Marvel
Fallingwater, an American architectural marvel nestled in the Laurel Highlands is a few hours from our home. Close enough for an overnight trip to visit plus another FLW home, Kentuck Knob. Check out my post about our visit there. We took the first tour of the day then headed to Fallingwater. We joined cousins, Don and Rosemary. Rosemary blogs at…
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Autumn Tablescape Tips
Setting a tablescape for Autumn with tips to build a lovely centerpiece is the topic today. Centerpieces can be easy to make for your table! They don’t have to be expensive or elaborate to be lovely and elegant. tips for tablescape #1. Use what you have #2. Use faux florals plus natural elements #3. Add different colors in the centerpiece…
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Shopping the Back Porch
Amy knew exactly where to go shopping for new dining room chairs. Mom and Dad just happen to have really cute rattan chairs on their back porch! One problem empty nesters can have is to convince their kids to take furniture and other item from their family home not just when kids move out but also when parents begin to…
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New York City Weekend Part 2 …4 Travel Tips plus Yankee Stadium
Amy took us to the ballgame at Yankee Stadium for our last stop of the NYC weekend. Don’t we look cool and rested? TIP #1 When it is really hot, plan for an afternoon rest. Jim and I needed physical rest. The kids just hung out in Amy’s air conditioned apartment. Trust me on this…even children need a rest. It…
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