Dancing Amid the Roses

Dancing Amidst the Roses 1

She dances through life with a ballerina's elegance and her presence is a joy for those around her. Gucci A Child in the Garden When to the garden of untroubled thought I came of late, and saw the open door, And wished again to enter, and explore The sweet, wild ways with stainless bloom inwrought, And bowers of innocence with beauty … [Read more...]

Home and Garden Thursday

Welcome to Home and Garden Thursday May is swiftly passing and it feels like summer already here in Georgia - one of the things that typically comes with summertime is thunderstorms. Whereas I usually like them, I have tremendous respect for the power and potential danger that can come from these storms, our hearts and prayers have been on … [Read more...]

Thoughts and Prayers

Psalm 46 1

For those in Moore, Oklahoma There are a lot of people hurting right now and will be hurting for a very long time. Recovery will take time - they'll need our prayers and help in any way we can. Also, I would appreciate your prayers for our famly. Dearest and Son are taking our little dog to the Vet this morning. She's in a lot of pain and is … [Read more...]

A Return to Loveliness

ARTL Peonies 1

The Duchess has arrived....once again Besides the rose, the Peony is a much anticipated flower that evokes wonder and emotion, a sense of joy. I call her the Duchess because of her regal bearing. I have shared before how my garde Holds Court. God's Garden 'The kis of the sun for pardon, the song of the birds for mirth, = One is nearer … [Read more...]

Becoming the House in the Roses Part two

Old Queen Victoria

We have a wide variety of roses in our garden, antique, tea, Austens and Knockouts. I am quite pleased and fond of the Knockouts. They're the congenial guest in the garden - sweetly behaved not requiring much attention, but always, always giving of themselves. If you need an easy rose to grow that does not require a lot of attention - give the … [Read more...]

Becoming the House in the Roses

David Austin Rose

I love flowers of all kinds, but roses have a particularly soft spot in my heart. I will share with you my roses in two posts. This year they seem to be performing with enthusiasm. Well, here are half of the pictures of the roses I took Thursday evening. I am so very grateful … [Read more...]

Cool Table

table by son in law

I just had to share! My daughter shared this picture(s) of a table my Son-in-Law built. He's very creative and skilled. Love it! It's for sale too! I think my daughter did a good job styling the table too! I am sharing this post with these Delightsome blog parties: Open House Party at No Minimalist Here Favorite Things Thursday at … [Read more...]

Home and Garden Thursday

Welcome to Home and Garden Thursday I hope you all had a blessed Mother's Day. Mine couldn't have been more perfect, more memorable. My day started with my youngest daughter making breakfast served in my room; a marvelous day worshipping at church; Dearest grilled, the girls cooked sides and we all sat outdoors afterwards enjoying a most … [Read more...]

Rose Water Jelly

Rose Water Jelly recipe

Rosewater Jelly 1 envelope of unflavored gelatin 1/2 cup chilled water 1/8 tsp salt 1 cup boiling water 1/3 cup sugar 1/4 cup rosewater pink food coloring (optional) Directions combine the envelope of gelatin with the chilled water to soften combine the boiling water, sugar and rose water in a bowl. combine the two water mixes and add … [Read more...]

A Rosy Thrifty Find

Rose Thrifty Find teacup and scale

Last week as I was grocery shopping I stopped by my favorite Goodwill and the Habitat for Humanity store. I was really in a hurry so I scurried through both and nearly missed these two sweet items in the Habitat store. I overheard one of the volunteers talking about a separate scale and noting that one had just arrived today. I saw the scale and … [Read more...]