Why do many people seem eager to relate to and empathize with Simone Biles? Here's the situation: the greatest female gymnast of all time decided to withdraw from competition in the middle of the biggest competition in the world, the Olympics. Here's what I'm not commenting on: whether or not I think Simone Biles should… Continue reading Simone Biles, Our Feelings, and The Bible
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Helping you bring comfort to your home & sharing my love of homemaking.
Organizing Paper Products: Before and After
An organized home requires maintenance. If I've said it once, I've said it a hundred times. Every organized space will eventually need an overhaul for one reason or another. This was definitely the case with the cupboard where I store my paper products. Here's what it used to look like: That was FOUR years ago.… Continue reading Organizing Paper Products: Before and After
July 2021 In Review
July is always a fun month with lots of reason to celebrate! We spent July 4th in downtown Greenville at the new(ish) Gather GVL food truck spot. It was unseasonably pleasant, in the low 80's, so we took advantage of that and tried a new hot dog place. My nephews spent the day with us… Continue reading July 2021 In Review
The Easiest Way to Organize Your Freezer or Stockpile {Printable Download}
No matter what size or shape your freezer is - it can be a pain to keep organized! I only have the freezer above my refrigerator (some day I'd love to have a separate freezer), but things get lost even in that tiny space. When my freezer is completely full, it is impossible to see… Continue reading The Easiest Way to Organize Your Freezer or Stockpile {Printable Download}
Oven Free Menu Monday {7.26.21}
I usually try to plan mostly oven free meals this time of year. My kitchen gets all the afternoon and evening sunlight which is beautiful but is also hot. 🙂 This time, however, I don't have a choice. Last Sunday morning we had a series of brief power outages that seem to have fried my… Continue reading Oven Free Menu Monday {7.26.21}
Are You Pointing At The Rain Or At God? | How To Glorify God In Your Conversations
I opened the door for our contractor and he stepped inside, out of the dark, humid and rainy summer morning. I said, "Wow, it's really gross out there!" He responded with, "I'm thankful the Lord directed my plans this week. I did my outside work yesterday instead of today like I originally planned." Instantly I… Continue reading Are You Pointing At The Rain Or At God? | How To Glorify God In Your Conversations
Comfort Classics: State Fair {Movie Review}
What's better for this time of year than a musical about a state fair? I am excited to review one of my lifelong, top 5 favorite movies today - State Fair! This is a classic Rogers and Hammerstein musical that I can watch over and over. Rundown: Year: 1945Starring: Jeanne Crain, Dana Andrews, Dick Haymes… Continue reading Comfort Classics: State Fair {Movie Review}
5 of My Favorite Dollar Tree Kitchen Tools
There are so many reasons to love Dollar Tree, and their wall of kitchen utensils is definitely one of them! I pulled five of my favorite DT kitchen tools out of the drawer today to share them with you. #1 Small Colander I happen to have a metal/stainless steel version, but this colander is also… Continue reading 5 of My Favorite Dollar Tree Kitchen Tools
Everything You Need To Wrap A Gift!
Have you ever made a desperate stop at the store on your way to an event - in search of a gift bag for the gift you're taking to the event? Or do you find yourself digging through your stash of gift wrap supplies, looking for something that isn't too Christmasy that you can use… Continue reading Everything You Need To Wrap A Gift!
Living Room Project Update: How I Spent $500 in One Room
3 months ago I shared with you my plans for the living room, using the $500 I was given by a sweet friend. Today I'm back with the reveal! Below is the "before" picture. My plans were to find a new rug, new window coverings, at least one corner table and a few accessories. And… Continue reading Living Room Project Update: How I Spent $500 in One Room
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