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I was just looking through our photos from summer vacation last year. We had so much fun! We're not likely to travel this year, but my daughter and I are looking forward to lots of time lounging poolside, taking beach trips and whatever else we decide to do. We'll just have to let the days unfold. When my daughter was little we used to go … [Read more...]
No need to break out the china for this casual affair. Decorative ball jar glasses will do just fine. Straws add an extra measure of cuteness to these already whimsical glasses. I felt like a kid showing off my latest drawing as Mom admired my handiwork, saying "These look like something from Southern Living." That is what I call … [Read more...]
I love looking at other people's landscaping. So much so that I have collected inspiration on Houzz, Pinterest and Hometalk. Some of the ideas shared on Hometalk are inspiration for my own backyard designs. Like this backyard shared by HGTV Gardens. I love the secluded, secret garden feel of this tucked away seating area. And this … [Read more...]
Nonna was babysitting and decided to go out and work in the yard. She called me over, "Will you get me a pair of panties?" "Ma'am?" "I need something to wear on my head to keep the sweat off of my face." My grandmother commanded respect. So, I obediently retrieved a pair of panties from my mom's dresser drawer and brought … [Read more...]
How was your weekend, friends? We went to the library for the first time in a long while on Saturday. I checked out two books in the Debbie Macomber Cedar Cove series. I'm looking forward to lazing on my cozy daybed and drifting off to the fictional community of Cedar Cove. But first, I have some gardening to do. I was super thrilled … [Read more...]
I eagerly scribbled "dust the ceiling fan" on my Spring cleaning to-do list. There was only one problem. How was I going to keep the dust from getting all over everything below the ceiling fan? Tip #1: I've mentioned this before, but it is best to clean your home from top to bottom. That way you are not getting dust and dirt on already … [Read more...]
Are you getting ready to Spring Clean? Here are 10 cleaning tips to help you freshen your home. Just click on each sub-title for instructions. CARPETS: Vacuuming Do you know how often you should vacuum each week? Carpet Stain Removal This homemade carpet stain remover lifts stains instantly. IN THE KITCHEN: Cleaning Stainless … [Read more...]
1. Use them as liners for small trash cans. 2. Make them a pool bag staple to hold wet swim suits. 3. Before your next beach trip, wrap your phone and camera in a plastic bag to protect them from sand. 4. Substitute a lunch bag for a plastic sack. 5. Keep plastic bags on hand for scooping kitty's litter. 6. Put … [Read more...]
It's the first day of Spring! To celebrate, I'm going to share the gardening process from planning to planting. Let's get right to it! First, know your hardiness zone. This information will tell you which plants will thrive in your climate conditions. To find your hardiness zone, visit this site and enter your zip code. How much … [Read more...]
I'm so excited to be out working in the garden today! I plan to show you the before and after pictures as well as share some advice for planning your garden on Monday. In the meantime, I just wanted to leave you with a little inspiration. My "how does your garden grow?" clipboard on HomeTalk is chock full of ideas, tips and gardening … [Read more...]
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