enjoying a relaxed cottage style life
Gingerbread Houses We have been decorating Gingerbread houses for years - since my children were very little. I would make the houses, assemble them and supply the children with as much variety of candy to completely cover the houses. When we moved here, we included my Mother-in-Law in the Gingerbread House Christmas tradition. As … [Read more...]
Good morning, Dear Ones. Well, I did it! I had been wanting to transfer my blog to another platform. I saw the advertisement on At The Picket Fence - followed the link - liked what I read and took the plunge. I'll share more with you about this very soon. I like doing things myself - and with Kristi's (Addicted 2 Decorating) clear-detailed … [Read more...]
Welcome to Home and Garden Thursday 2nd Thursday - Cooking Hello all! I hope you're having a blessed week. It is finally turning cold here in Georgia - I actually look forward to these cooler days - they inspire one to make oneself cozy. I had a few left-overs from our Christmas party … [Read more...]
Favorites Each year, I try to make something new while making the much requested favorites. This year, I think we have an all-time new favorite. With it being a Christmas Party/Surprise Birthday Party I thought we should have some more substantial food in addition to the finger-food type dishes. I asked my Mother-in-Law to make … [Read more...]
Dreamy Days Do you ever have one of those days - that you feel like you're sleepwalking barely roused from a deep dream. That is how I'm feeling today. After long days of preparation and anticipation, our Christmas party arrived and then it was over. The moments are now but … [Read more...]
Welcome to Home and Garden Thursday 1st Thursday - Home Decor - Christmas Hello all! I hope you all are having a terrific week - I am feeling a bit nostalgic as I watch the days tick by one by one closing a wonderful year. I love this time of the year - the Christmas decorating and the family get … [Read more...]
Less is More This past weekend we picked up our tree. This is the second year we have purchased a real tree. Traditionally, the children decorate the main tree with Dearest. I typically decorate trees for the dining room, green room, Master Bedroom, and Kitchen. This year we're sticking to one … [Read more...]
Contentment Good morning Dear Ones. I apologize for the delay in getting this party going. I was called in yesterday to replace someone who couldn't make it to work. This put a crimp in my day's plans, but I was pleased to be able to help out. Life is never a steady stream of expected and planned activities - … [Read more...]
Chalkboard paint is so versatile - who would have known! It can be a very cottagy touch to a kitchen, dining room and even a family room. It can be painted on doors, on wood then framed, on pots and on silver trays - I think the possibilities are only limited by your imagination. This year, in my Christmas decor - I am making use … [Read more...]
Great Planners and Printables I love organization. Actually, I need a little bit of help from organizers and planners to get things done. I have found these terrific printable Christmas Planners. Christmas is only ten weeks away! Do you plan ahead? Here's a link to a great site - extensive printables … [Read more...]
I am living my dream. Blessed with a wonderful husband I call Dearest and three amazing children, plus an awesome son-in-law, I find joy in creating a Delightsome life for us all. Now an 'Empty Nester', I find my passions in decorating, gardening, crafting, cooking and woven throughout the fabric of my life is my faith in God and my LORD Jesus Christ. Click here to contact me.
