If you’ve never heard about the Feast of St. Nicholas, now is a great time to add this simple tradition to your holiday repertoire.
December 6 celebrates the feast day of this bringer of gifts. The tradition of putting a shoe outside one’s bedroom door is done by young and old alike with much anticipation of St. Nick’s visit. The story of St. Nicholas is a timely reminder that the holiday season is a season of generosity and charity….
Read MoreHo, Ho, So- if you do just one bit of decor, I promise a tree will give you the best impact.
Without a foundation of holiday decor, a tree can be all you need and will be your centerpiece for the holiday season.
For you live tree aficionados, the hunt for a cut-your-own tree, makes for a festive annual family outing. There is plenty of excitement heading to the firehouse lot for a pre-cut tree, too…
Read MoreMy best garden tip of all is to photograph your garden throughout the season, but fall is the perfect time to start if you haven’t already! Whether it is a simple gallery of photos on your phone or a pinterest board that tracks changes throughout the growing season, photos are an easy way to add to your journal notes and remember what did and didn’t work. This camera lens for your phone will give you a wide angle that includes the entire garden bed! I have 3 other tips for you, read on!
Read MoreWelcome to my online world. I am excited you’ve stopped by, with my experience & ideas I know I can help you build some solutions that will keep you in control of your home and life. Together, we can outsmart the frenetic and create simple change and efficiency in your home.
Read MoreHaving once lived in Louisiana, I know hurricane season is a way of life. With Harvey slamming into Texas, and Florida bracing for Irma, I am reminded how important it is to protect our family memories. Our stuff is just stuff, and yet it is a valuable chronicle of our family history. Wedding photos, scrapbooks, kiddie art, tattered baby blankets, well-worn teddy bears - these are the things that are worth preserving for future generations.
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