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Rustic Fall Porches: The Simple Beauty of Slowing Down
Autumn has a way of inviting us to slow down, settle into a comfortable chair, and forget about our to-do lists for a little while. Maybe it’s the sound of leaves rustling in the breeze, the warmth of the afternoon sunshine, or the simple pleasure of watching the seasons change. Rustic fall porches remind us…
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An All-White Farmhouse Kitchen That’s Anything but Cold
I know designers are saying all-white kitchens are falling out of favor, but there’s still something appealing about them. While some people find white kitchens a little too sterile or lacking in personality, I’ve always believed it’s the details that make the difference. This beautiful white farmhouse kitchen is a perfect example of how a…
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Cozy Cabins, Pretty Bathrooms, and More: Friday Finds
The past couple days I’ve been busy cleaning and organizing because 1) the house really needs it and 2) the family is coming over tomorrow! It’ll be a full house, but we plan to get outside after grabbing coffee from the cafe that’s just three blocks from my home. I’m hoping it’s windy enough to…
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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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