I’ve been vying for a giant wood and glass cabinet for many years now and it’s just not happening for several reasons: the cost, the inevitable move it will have to make since we live in a rental, and because I’m too afraid to unpack 90% of what I would actually like to display (china passed […]
Kids write the best thank you notes. A few years ago my brother, sister, and I came across a box of every thank you note we’d ever written to our grandparents. My adorable grandmother had kept each one and discovering this hidden treasure ended up being one of the best gifts, providing hours of laughter. […]
I have only one regret about this treat, and it is that I am only just now posting about it. It is that good. If you’re unsure of what your Christmas dessert should be, or if you enjoy eating delectable goodies for no reason, then you should definitely make these two together. The eggnog mousse is […]
When I was little I was the designated wrapper for all holiday gifts. The role gave me such pleasure knowing what everyone in my family was getting, especially when I wrapped my mom’s present from my dad. I’d rearrange the gifts with each new addition to ensure every box’s colorful and shiny ribbon could be […]
Living in a rental makes it challenging to decorate. Buying new furniture means it will inevitably have to be moved (my nemesis) and the longevity of a piece of furniture is often unknown given how much a new house can change the look of existing decor. Also, this has nothing to do with living in […]
Back in August I went home to Oregon for a glorious week that consisted of a baptism and a wedding. The baptism was a lovely affair that the mother put together perfectly. Baby Lola was beautiful, of course, and rocked a fresh flower halo that is a tradition in their family. Cross-shaped cookies, (super strong) […]
Holiday table centerpieces should make a home feel relaxed, cheerful, and spirited. Très fancy arrangements or those that are too cheeky (e.g., santa figurines) just don’t float my boat. I wanted to bring some holiday cheer to our table without spending much on seasonal garb, so I used items already in our house (like old […]
Happy Monday, Friends! I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend. I’d like to make a grand claim that I am back for good similar to implications from my last post, however, this mono is a wretched brat that has relapsed four times now. Those of you who have had mono know how it zaps […]
{via} Temperatures are well over the 100s in the Mid-Atlantic and the heat index is topping 110°. That. Is. Hot. Outside activities are generally not an option, at least for me if it does not involve submerging in water. If you find yourself in a similar situation, desperate for something to do besides cleaning your […]
The best possible thing to top off a vacation is a two day staycation at home to relax and take care of those pesky little chores like laundry and grocery shopping. Husband and I planned our return date perfectly for this reason alone since we rarely have an actual two day weekend (one of us is […]
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