A different kind of makeover…getting personal

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  So the saying goes, “If a tree falls in the forest and no one hears it, did it really fall?”  This seems to apply to the internet these days as well. If something happens and you don’t blog, status update, tweet or instagram about it, did it really happen? This is especially true for us full time bloggers.  If we don’t … [Read more...]

Hallelujah! He is Risen!

Hallelujah! He is Risen!

  Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! For the Lord God Omnipotent reigneth. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! For the Lord God omnipotent reigneth. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! The kingdom of this world Is become the kingdom of our … [Read more...]

When Good Friday Doesn’t Feel Very Good

When Good Friday Doesn't Feel Very Good

Every year I find myself compelled to go. I know it will probably feel painful and even a bit dark. I know I will once again sit in a pew with tears streaming down my face as I recognize how unworthy I am of being treated as someone of worth. To be valued, treasured, sacrificed for. If this is Good Friday, why doesn't it feel so … [Read more...]

The Closet Project…a special Simply Sunday

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  Hi friends! It is so nice to "meet" you! I am so appreciative of Heather and Vanessa letting me take over their lovely blog for a moment! I asked them to let me share with you a project that I believe has great potential - but let me share a little about myself first! I'm Kelli and this is  my hubby. We've been married 11 years and … [Read more...]

The good news of Christmas….

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For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called... Wonderful Counselor The mighty God The everlasting Father The Prince of Peace  Isaiah 9  And she will bear a Son; and you shall call His name Jesus, for it is He who will save His people from their … [Read more...]

A Season of Giving ~ We’re on the Thrive Team!

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We're entering into a season of Giving. A time for celebration and sharing. And here, At the Picket Fence, we want to let you know about our latest collaboration. Perhaps our most meaningful to date. We were thrilled and honored to be asked by our dear friend Susan from the blog From My Place to Yours to be among the charter members of the … [Read more...]

Pure Joy~Simply Sunday Thanksgiving Series

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I was so honored recently to be apart of an amazing series called "Attitude of Gratitude" from Kristin at Simply Klassic Home. With 12 different bloggers involved, this was a wonderful way to lead up to Thanksgiving and be reminded of all we have to be thankful for. I would encourage you to head over there and read them all as I know they will … [Read more...]

It’s Simply Fall….At The Picket Fence

Simple: not elaborate or artificial, unaffected; unassuming; modest; not grand or sophisticated; unpretentious; not complicated.... a simple design.  SIMPLESeems to be the word of the day around here At The Picket FenceThese days the fence has gotten a little chaotic.  Now, in no way are we complaining.  The busyness is a result … [Read more...]

Create In Me A Clean Heart…

(A post from the past)The other day I was standing in my guest bathroom, looking for fine lines and wrinkles  primping in front of the mirror, when I looked down at the sink and saw it.I had to glance a little closer.  Was that REALLY a ring of grime around the faucet?  Really?! After I had threatened them within an inch of their … [Read more...]

Ten Commandments for every blogger…

Lately I've been thinking about what makes a successful blogger...and, by successful I'm not talking financial success, or popularity.... but someone who connects with others.  Someone who stands head and shoulders above the rest because of their integrity, their work ethic...you get the idea! I have vowed that no matter how much success or … [Read more...]

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