Another week is over and the weekend begins! March is right around the corner and that means the crocus will be coming up soon and the robins will return. I can’t wait for spring to arrive! I’m sure you all feel the same way, too. I’ve featured Courtney’s beautiful work before, but she stopped me…
Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you celebrate Cupid’s holiday or not, I hope you’re able to find some peace and love on this whimsical holiday. Sometimes the moments of greatest blessing can be found in the smallest of things, whether it’s the purr of your cat, the snuggle from a child, or a kind word from…
Yesterday I actually felt a pep in my step and the hope of spring waiting to be celebrated soon. I’m not really sure why I felt that way, it wasn’t particularly warm or sunny. It’s just a feeling that settled into my soul and I was happy for it. This week I also found plenty…
This is the time of year when you can drive home from work and it’s no longer dark outside. It might be dark by the time you get home, but at least there’s hope of longer days. March 18th marks the first day that the sun will set at 7:00 pm here in the Chicago…
We’re just two months away from the first day of spring! January has gone by pretty quickly, and February is short, so I’m remaining hopeful that the winter doldrums won’t drag on. For now, I’m enjoying quiet days indoors, trying new recipes, thinking about what book to read next, and perusing the internet for decorating…
Did you know that today is National Popeye the Sailor Man Day? Who knew? Today marks his 95th birthday. He’s still popular today with over nine million followers on social media. Did you watch Popeye cartoons as a kid on Saturday mornings? But today is Friday which means it’s time for Friday Finds! Keep scrolling…
Have you noticed the days are starting to lengthen ever so slightly? It’s no longer dark when I leave work for the day and even the mornings are starting show signs of sunrise a bit earlier. It’s a small ray of hope that spring is coming. And speaking of hope, so many in California could…
Have you taken down your holiday decorations yet? We took the tree down and now I just need to put away a few Christmas pieces. It feels good to not have tons of decor to pack up and place back in the attic. Now it’s time to take a look at some things around the…
Whew! Christmas is over and it’s time to look forward to a new year and new opportunities. I’ve decided to make 2025 a year for self improvement. I just started an Invisalign treatment to straighten my teeth and next I’m consulting a dermatologist for skin care. I already see the dermatology doctor for skin cancer,…
This is the last weekend before Christmas. The quiet before the storm. So I’m going to keep this short and sweet. I’ve got a wonderful variety of inspiration for you today that I think you’ll love. Take a moment to yourself and enjoy! A photo on Pinterest grabbed my attention and when I clicked on…
This week is all about treasured finds from fellow bloggers. I don’t read as many decorating blogs as I used to and I miss it. So today I want to honor some of them by sharing their recent inspiration. What they create and what they showcase is a gift to others. So I hope you…
As a kid, the weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas seemed like an eternity. Fast forward to today, and it seems like those weeks are just a matter of days. It’s no surprise that people plan earlier for Christmas than they used to. To keep stress to a minimum, I toyed with the idea of not…
After a lot of back and forth with the family, I decided to host Thanksgiving this year. I don’t know where everyone is going to sit because I gave my extra large extendable table with chairs to my daughter. I’m going to have to get creative with seating which might involve pulling vintage end tables…
Are you ready for a cozy line-up of Friday Finds? You’ll find some wonderful decorating inspiration in addition to a list of Christmas decorating trends to skip. Photo by Gabberts Design Studio Let’s start with a wonderful fall home tour from Joanna Anastasia. Her home is like a breath of fresh air with its color,…
Finally I crossed a hurdle that I’ve been battling for a few months now. I chose a paint color for my family room. I agonized between blue, green, and off-white, and finally settled on a lovely shade of sage green by Benjamin Moore called Scenic Drive. Normally I choose color pretty quickly, and I’m not…
Did anyone else eat too much candy from leftover Halloween treats? I always overindulge and then make up for it the next day by going to exercise class. I think I’d need to go to five classes to make up for all the calories I ate though. LOL. This week I’ve got some wonderful inspiration…
