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For the beauty of the earth, for the Glory of the skies, for the love from which our birth over and around us lies. Lord of all to thee we raise, this our hymn of grateful praise. For the beauty of each hour, of the day and of the night, hill and vale and tree and flower, sun and moon and stars of light. Lord of all to thee we … [Read more...]
I know our minds are drifting towards Christmas. We're already unpacking the ornaments, garland and lights in our minds, if we haven't already begun in our homes. Maybe you are hosting Thanksgiving dinner so you are putting off the Christmas decorating until the last car pulls out of the driveway. You possibly have those … [Read more...]
We had gone to bed in summer and we awoke in autumn; for summer passes into autumn in some imaginable point of time, like the turning of a leaf. ~Henry David Thoreau Come visit me today on the FOLK Magazine Blog as I share how to make Pumpkin Pecan Ice Cream with Bourbon Sauce a favorite summer staple, wrapped in the tastes of … [Read more...]
I never thought that I would have such a love affair with corn husks. It started out so simply...wandering the aisles of the grocery store...searching... And then, there they were....in the Hispanic Food aisle. So simple and unassuming in their plastic package. And yet, even then, I could tell there was potential. The man at the register asked … [Read more...]
It's getting to that time of year when fast and frugal sounds fabulous when it comes to holiday decorating! I first saw this idea shared on HomeTalk by Barb of The Everyday Home and thought it would make a great centerpiece for Thanksgiving! Here's my version of this fabulous faux pumpkin planter! This is such a … [Read more...]
We have had so much fun participating in the Traditions Thanksgiving Party! Last week we shared with you Heather's recipe for a Pumpkin Pie Latte and Vanessa's Thanksgiving Tablescape full of old and new traditions! Not only did we have fun sharing our ideas, we LOVED seeing all of the fabulous Thanksgiving Inspiration that was linked up … [Read more...]
Happy Monday Friends! We are thrilled to have our Regular Contributor, Julie, back with us today for another post chock full of great ideas. Come along as she takes us... From Tree to Table I have a thing for apple trees!Even the tables at our New England fall wedding were each named after apple trees.I’ve been known to tear up when reading … [Read more...]
Pie. Pecan. Apple. Sweet Potato. Pumpkin. They all get a thumbs up in our home! But, sometimes after gorging ourselves filling our tummies with good food at Thanksgiving, we just don't have room for a piece of our favorite pie. Here's a great alternate ending to Thanksgiving Dinner...pumpkin pie latte. All of the flavors … [Read more...]
I'm of the philosophy everything looks better with a little bling. I am a Southern gal after all, and we "really" love our bling! I think we all can agree that a little sparkle makes the world a better place. Having a bummer of a day...add sparkles! Haven't had a chance to wash your hair all week...add sparkles! Experiencing some PMS … [Read more...]
What's Black and White and Orange all over? It's my Creepy Crawly (but not so scary) Halloween Canvas Art hanging out here At The Picket Fence! You can make one yourself, it's super-duper easy using Krylon's fabulous paints and products! Here's What You'll Needand the Krylon Paint you'll want to have on handand here's how you can create your … [Read more...]
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