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Creating Fall and Winter Gardens
October 31, 2011 1 CommentThe beautiful outdoor colors of summer are quickly fading, fall is upon us and winter is quickly approaching. Our family loves this time of year because our schedules have calmed down a bit and we can spend time at home. Being home means being outside and enjoying the wonderful brisk weather. Many people stop by [...]
Pin ItStylish and Functional Kitchens
October 10, 2011 No CommentsIt’s no secret that kitchens have become the “hotspot” in the home. No longer does a kitchen just include a few cabinets and a couple of boring appliances. From sleek countertops to high tech appliances that offer a multitude of function, kitchens today offer all the convenience we could ever want and a stylish backdrop [...]
Pin ItAmerican Colonial Architecture
September 6, 2011 1 CommentKnown as the Melting Pot for more than just its people, the architecture in the United States is truly a mixture of architectural styles from everywhere around the world. One of the earliest styles in the United States is known as the Colonial Style because it was developed during the colonial period of America. In [...]
Pin ItCreating a Bedroom Oasis
August 29, 2011 No CommentsRecently, my husband and I have been decorating like crazy in order to do our beautiful English Cottage style home justice. However, like so many others, we decided to wait until almost every room in the house was decorated before we started on our own bedroom. Now, I regret our decision to delay. I wish [...]
Pin ItDecorating Your Child’s Room
August 18, 2011 1 CommentNow that she is starting kindergarten, our daughter has constantly been begging us for a “big kid” room. But, a child’s room can be one of the most challenging rooms in the house to decorate. As parents, we want to ensure that our child will be comfortable and happy in her own bedroom. We also [...]
Pin ItLive Large Even In A Small Home
August 11, 2011 No CommentsOut with the old and in with the new. We are in the process of moving and instead of upsizing, we are downsizing. With the kids out of the house, our twenty five hundred square foot home felt like a small mansion and truly, we didn’t need that much room for just the two of [...]
Pin ItBe Prepared! Storm Safety
July 7, 2011 1 CommentLiving in Tornado Alley, it is especially important for my family to prepare for violent weather. Deadly storms, tornadoes, and hurricanes ravage households across the country each year and are constant reminders that Mother Nature has a temper. These storms seem innocent in the beginning, but each year no matter how many safeguards are in [...]
Pin ItGathering In The Social Kitchen
June 30, 2011 No CommentsI am blessed to have a large family and also a close-knit community. There are always extra people at our home and we are constantly entertaining people in some manner. From the elaborate holiday gatherings to the impromptu get-togethers I always have to be prepared to entertain in our home. When we first moved in [...]
Pin ItFence Me In!
June 17, 2011 No CommentsWe love having an open backyard but the time has come to create a safe haven for our daughter. She is pulling up on end tables and couches and will soon be walking. When the weather is nice we will want to be outside. But with neighbors on both sides and a road that runs [...]
Pin ItThe History of A-Frame Homes
June 9, 2011 1 CommentAn exciting time for us every year is the time we spend planning our family vacation. This year we have been looking at various locations and places to stay that are near the water, mountains and wilderness. We want to rent a cabin or cottage style home design that is away from the city. While [...]
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