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DIY for your soul

Mrs. Hines — Thu, 16 May 2013 09:24:20 +0000

Remember the SNL sketch, “Daily Affirmations with Stuart Smalley?” No matter how many times Stuart declared, “I’m good enough, I’m smart enough, and doggone it, people like me,” he couldn’t seem to overcome his low self-image. I have several thoughts on why we, especially women, have such a hard time seeing ourselves as beautiful, talented [...]

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pasta cobb salad

Mrs. Hines — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:00:00 +0000

A Mother’s Day luncheon seemed like the perfect time to make my favorite salad. I first found this recipe in a circular ad for Skinner in the summer of ’99, and it’s been a family favorite ever since. This flavorful dish is always a hit at luncheons, showers, and potlucks. Be prepared to [...]

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Last Minute Ideas for Mother’s Day

Mrs. Hines — Fri, 10 May 2013 15:00:00 +0000

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.” [...]

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beautiful backyards

Mrs. Hines — Wed, 08 May 2013 09:00:00 +0000

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 [...]

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DIY painter’s tips

Mrs. Hines — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:52:00 +0000

Everyone has to start somewhere. I remember the first time that I picked up a paint roller. As I rolled the soft lavender paint over my then two-year-old little girl’s new bedroom, I was amazed at how simple it was. My confidence grew with each purple patch of wall that was completed. Since that day, [...]

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dressing the part

Mrs. Hines — Fri, 03 May 2013 09:00:00 +0000

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 [...]

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5 DIY mother’s day gifts

Mrs. Hines — Wed, 01 May 2013 09:00:52 +0000

I am so excited to share “Mother’s Day Gifts for the Gardening Mom,” hosted by the incredibly talented Kari of Thistlewood Farms. It was an absolute thrill to partner with Hometalk and the amazing pool of talent that they brought together. So, grab your gardening hat because you’re going to be blown away! First up, Laura [...]

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Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for the Gardening Mom

Mrs. Hines — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:22:00 +0000

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 [...]

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House Beautiful: Living Room

Mrs. Hines — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 20:31:31 +0000

It’s a warm , sunny afternoon, and that couch is calling my name. In just a few short minutes, I’ll be snuggled up under this blanket… drifting off into a fantastical world, filled with colorful dreams. I’ll wake up to the sound of my girl walking through the door on this Friday afternoon, ready to [...]

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an ’80s girl in a modern world

Mrs. Hines — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:27:26 +0000

Mr. Hines and I have been watching a series on National Geographic called “The ’80s: The Decade that Made Us.” I lived the ’80s. I loved the ’80s. I was the ’80s. Me, with my big hair, a rainbow of eyeshadow painted on my eyelids, and big shoulder pads. It is so interesting to take [...]

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