I am not sure if I know exactly when I first fell in love with decorating my home. I do remember my first apartment on my own, having an absolutely horrible looking couch that was handed down to me that I had to cover with floral sheets. I could … [Read more...]
Our House In a Book and an Amazing Giveaway
Hello friends! I know it has been a bit since I have been around here. Not for a lack of wanting to be here, just still here trying to figure out how to "do-it-all". Thank you to those of you who have reached out to check on me or have sent … [Read more...]
Fall Gift Tag Printable (and 28 other Fall Printables!)
I can't even believe it, but as I write this, the weather has finally cooled, at least for now. We actually have a fire and I am under a blanket and I have no complaints about it. Fall is kind of my season and I tend to host more, spend more time … [Read more...]
Maple Apple Oatmeal Recipe
Hello friends! I am back today with a maple recipe getting us ready for the cooler mornings of the fall. What is better than oatmeal on a chilly morning? And of course, in our house, maple syrup is always a part of it as well. And to make it a … [Read more...]
Dark Chocolate Pretzel Bark
If you have been around a bit you know I am not a baker and I like to keep things simple. This time, I think I took "simple" to a new level. If I had known how simple and yummy this was, I would have been doing this for years. My favorite cookie … [Read more...]
Keeping the Christmas Table Simple
I am so excited to share the first of my Christmas decorating with you today. If you are joining me from Maison De Cinq, welcome. Thank you so much for stopping by. Today, I am sharing a simple tablescape for a Christmas table. While … [Read more...]
Maple Sugar House Cookies Recipe
Yesterday, I broke. I started playing Christmas music and I am not sorry for it. Not just any Christmas music, but the classic songs with the ol' time singers. And today, I am sharing a new Christmas cookie recipe, Maple Sugar House Cookies. I am … [Read more...]
Five Easy Thanksgiving Table Ideas
Planning for Thanksgiving can take a lot of work. And sometimes is stressful as well. So, as much as possible, I try to plan ahead and keep things simple. Today, I have joined with a group of talented bloggers to share some ideas to get you … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Recipe – Cranberry Brie Bites
It is hard to believe, but Thanksgiving is next month and it is Canadian Thanksgiving today! So to get ourselves prepared, I have joined a group of talented bloggers, hosted by Ella Claire, to share Thanksgiving side dish ideas. I decided, as … [Read more...]
Fall Thoughts Around the Table
I am going to join everyone else and complain about how ridiculously hot it has been even though the calendar says it is "fall". I am so ready to wear some cute fall outfits and instead I am scraping out repeats of summer outfits that I am more than … [Read more...]
A Tribute to Our Sweet Bailey Rose
Fair warning - you will go and hug your pets or your friends' pets when you finish reading this post. I am so heart broken to share that last week we lost our great love - Bailey Rose. Without going into too much detail, we did everything we … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Maple Pancakes Recipe
I am feeling a little bit pumpkin-y lately. And yes, in my world, that is a word. So today I have joined a group of talented bloggers to share pumpkin recipes with you. I am ready for fall bonfires, heartily soups and lots and lots of Sunday … [Read more...]
So Close in So Many Ways
Summer has come to an end, the trees are starting to turn a colorful shade and we are so close.... ...so close to the fall season. ...so close to FINALLY being done with the sugar house. ...so close to freeing up my brain to spending more … [Read more...]
An Uncomplicated Centerpiece
This is not the first time I am mentioning this, but in the earlier years of this blog, I did things really complicated. Elaborate tablescapes, complicated mantels and intricate details. Now, as they say, "ain't nobody got time for that." Not … [Read more...]
Findings
It has been quite some time, but I was feeling inspired to drop in (for the third time this week!) and share what I have been enjoying on the web lately. My friend Kari just updated her site and it looks so fantastic. Go check it out! I just … [Read more...]
Another Summer Mantel
Three years ago, we figured out that our kids' spring break was going to be the first time that their break did not fall during sugaring season. And with our oldest getting so close to the college years, we decided to go ahead and take a real proper … [Read more...]
The Business Diaries – Where Are We Now?
I hope I remember how to do this. You know, write a post? And I hope some of you are still out there! It has been a long time since I have been here with any regularity. I thought it was time to jump in and let you know where we are at, what … [Read more...]
Easter Spring Fern & Floral Wreath DIY
Today I am joining a lovely group of bloggers hosted by Lory of DesignThusiasm to share Easter Entertaining ideas and if you are joining me from Maison de Cinq, welcome The fact of the matter is, I will not be doing much decorating for Easter this … [Read more...]
Floral Bunny Easter Garland
I like to change things out for the holidays and the seasons just as much as the next person. I have been finding more and more, however, that I don't really spend money on things I am not going to use year round. And the real issue is - where do … [Read more...]
A Valentine’s Day Breakfast
Sooooo, this is a little awkward. I haven't posted since Christmas, and now I show up for Valentine's Day. Umm. Well. Yeah. Like I said, awkward. But, I am joining a fun group of bloggers, all hosted by the lovely Lory at … [Read more...]
Final Day for Christmas Delivery!
Santa has given us a heads up that is sleigh is getting full and he won't be able to guarantee delivery after tomorrow, December 16th. Okay, its not Santa but UPS, but still the same message. So, if you want to make sure to get a gift in time, … [Read more...]
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