What Kind of Hostess Are You?

I determined a long time ago I was going to be a laid back hostess. That does not mean I don't pretty up my house with candles and tidy things a bit before guests arrive. I wouldn't be ME if I didn't. I love the process of nesting and creating … ** Read more **

Good Friday: A Beautiful Life

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After a long week, I'm looking forward to the weekend! We've got plans to go bowling, enjoy our traditional Easter egg hunt, celebrate the true meaning of Easter with our family, and I've got plenty of nesting to do! Here are some … ** Read more **

Easter Decorating and Traditions

I am way behind on my Easter plans. I can use moving as an excuse, though. I think. But my son and I did work on some Easter eggs today so I'm trying to catch up with the holiday! It made me so happy to see his smile when we sat down to make the … ** Read more **

Sweet Idea for Spring (& a giveaway)

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O k, so on Tuesday I published this giveaway post and the only thing that showed up for you all was the photo! No text, no giveaway details, no nothing -- even though I had stayed up late the night before to get it all fancy for you! Nice! So … ** Read more **

Sweet Escapes: 6 Tips to Create The Life You’ve Always Dreamed Of

I am like a sponge (a sea sponge?) these days for anything coastal. It embodies everything I love: a simple life, the promise of warm breezes on a summer day, fresh air filling my lungs, a lazy summer day with nothing to do but collect shells and nap … ** Read more **

Spring-ify your Chandelier

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I thought this was such a whimsical and charming way to spring-ify a chandelier! There is something so unexpected and happy about seeing those pretty spring colored birds all tucked in among the crystals! Wouldn't it be cute at a tea party? … ** Read more **