At our house, there is almost always background music playing. But, I'm going to admit something to you right now. I'm VERY particular about matching the type of music to the season/mood/setting. It's kind of a 'thing' with me. I mean, we all have our little quirks right? I think that music is one of those underestimated/underappreciated elements that isn't really talked about when it comes to home design. Maybe it's because it's more of an intangible. But, like the aroma of your favorite ... continue reading...
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Five Minute Fall Decorating
Hello friends! It feels like FOREVER since we've met here! I took some much needed time off for the summer and enjoyed making precious memories with my family. My kids are back in school now and my thoughts are turning towards the changing season. But while I may have a little bit more time to myself, I still feel like I'm juggling a lot all at once. And that's why some five minute fall decorating is about all I'm up for these days! ... continue reading...
Being Mom and Friend
She likes to have one us (either me or her dad) lie in bed with her for a few minutes each night before she falls asleep. I don’t think I pictured us still doing this when she was 12 but these are sacred moments which I know will not last forever (pretty sure I’m on borrowed time!) so I cherish them. The other night, we talked about the youth group trip she would be leaving for in the morning and I told her how much I would miss her. She said, “I wish you could come with me mom.” I smiled ... continue reading...
I Cried at Home Goods
I was at Home Goods recently (let's not talk about the fact that I was there twice in the same week, ok?) and after perusing the aisles, valiantly trying to avoid loading up my cart with everything in the clearance section, I took my few purchases up to the front of the store and noticed that there weren't any cashiers. I was only standing there for a few seconds before a lovely sales clerk came over to ring me up. I recognized her as an employee with whom I had interacted a few times before ... continue reading...
Summer Book Bundle Giveaway!
*THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED* One of the things I love to do most in the summertime is to sit outside on our deck with a tall glass of iced tea and a good book. It's those really simple moments that are the most relaxing to me this time of the year and I find myself getting lost in the pages while the sunshine warms my skin and my spirit. As an author, I've had so many awesome opportunities to support other authors and friends and one of the big perks of this is that I get A LOT of ... continue reading...
