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Enjoy a Virtual Leaf Peeping Trip to New England!
Some of the trees across the country are starting to turn to their fall color and it’s such a gorgeous scene. I love that God gives us this brilliant burst of color before the branches empty themselves of foliage. When I think of where I’d most like to travel during autumn, hands down it’s the…
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Cabin Style Decorating: How to Create a Cozy, Comfortable Retreat
There’s something about cabin style decorating that instantly makes a home feel more relaxed. Maybe it’s the abundance of wood, the well-worn furnishings, or simply the sense that nothing is too precious. Cabin interiors invite you to settle in, put your feet up, and stay awhile—and that comfortable, lived-in feeling is a big part of…
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Inside the Remarkable Renovation of a Circa-1800 New England Home
For the next three Sundays, I have something especially lovely to share with you. We’re exploring a beautifully renovated circa-1800 New England home with more than two centuries of history within its walls. What makes this home tour even more special is how it came to me. Sarah, the homeowner is a longtime reader who…
HELLO! I’M JENNIFER!
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I live where the suburbs meet the country, which affords me the best of both worlds. Come along on my journey where I share decorating, cooking, gardening and more as it relates to both city and rural life. Visit my new sister site, POND AND GARDEN, for outdoor ideas and inspiration.
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My name is Jennifer and I started my blog in 2011 as a way to motivate myself by chronicling improvements to my circa 1875 house. I figured if I was writing about what I was doing, I’d be more likely to tackle and actually finish home improvement projects.
I remarried on June 30, 2011 and my husband and I talked about buying a new home together. But we both love it here in our little town and decided to stay put. The town has more than tripled in size since living here, but I still consider it to be small compared to the other Chicago ‘burbs.
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