I love decorating my home for Christmas! I will admit, I was kind of sad to put away my fall decor...until I started opening the Christmas bins. Once I saw my treasured pieces that I've carefully hunted down through almost ten years of after-Christmas clearance sales, I forgot all about the pumpkins and couldn't wait… Continue reading Christmas Home Tour {2016}
Author: comehomeforcomfort
Helping you bring comfort to your home & sharing my love of homemaking.
My Goals For 2016 – A Year of Lessons
Setting goals for the year was a new thing for me in 2016. My main goal was simply this: I wanted to be wise with the extra few hours in my week. I began 2016 with a part-time job, unlike the rest of my post-college years where I've worked full time. As I look back over 2016,… Continue reading My Goals For 2016 – A Year of Lessons
5 Things on Friday {12.2.16}
Happy December! Happy Friday! 1// I am almost done with my Christmas decorating! I don't like to display things the same way every year which takes a while to figure out how I want everything arranged. Next week I'll have a full tour on the blog, so I have to get it done this weekend. I… Continue reading 5 Things on Friday {12.2.16}
The Perfect Couple {November Marriage Matters}
Each Monday I post a picture on Instagram with a snapshot of something we do because marriage matters. You can read more about why we do this on my first Marriage Matters post. Having a strong and happy marriage doesn’t just happen – it takes work! Here’s a recap of my #MondayMarriageMatters posts from November!… Continue reading The Perfect Couple {November Marriage Matters}
The Best Of November’s Recipes
One of the best things about this time of year is the abundance of comfort food! I have a long list of favorite recipes for the fall and winter, but I tried a few NEW recipes this month and ended up with some keepers. As I do each month, I have rounded them up for you… Continue reading The Best Of November’s Recipes
5 Pictures on Friday {Thanksgiving Recap 2016}
And just like that, Thanksgiving is over! I love scrolling social media after a holiday - I just love all the pictures of my friends with their families, around a table, having fun and enjoying the day. Here are MY favorite pictures from yesterday! #1: The Food. #2: The Table - it came together just… Continue reading 5 Pictures on Friday {Thanksgiving Recap 2016}
$10 at Target: Pre-K Christmas Gift Idea
It's always my goal to have my in-store Christmas shopping done by Thanksgiving. I like to shop TJ Maxx, Walmart and Target for Christmas gifts - but this year Target was my favorite. They have such a great selection of affordable yet "giftable" items in the dollar section! I love being able to purchase multiple… Continue reading $10 at Target: Pre-K Christmas Gift Idea
5 Things on Friday {Thanksgiving Edition}
Happy Friday! All I've heard lately is, "Can you believe that next week is Thanksgiving?!" There's been so much going on in our world recently that it seems like it drowned out everything else. I hope you'll take some time in the next week to unplug from the noise and just reflect on your blessings. In… Continue reading 5 Things on Friday {Thanksgiving Edition}
3 Ways To Avoid Social Media Distraction
I received this question from a sweet reader last month: "How do you avoid getting stuck on social media or watching Netflix instead of getting things done? I have high aspirations, but I get easily distracted." That is an excellent question, and one I imagine we can all relate to! The question above was submitted… Continue reading 3 Ways To Avoid Social Media Distraction
My Thanksgiving Menu and Shopping List {2016}
Main Meal Baked Ham with Easy Glaze Crockpot Turkey Breast with Gravy Cranberry Compote (whole berry cranberry, mandarin oranges & walnuts) Stovetop Stuffing Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Nana's Green Beans Greens and Apple Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette Dressing Hawaiian Rolls Dessert Pumpkin Pie Derby Pie Beverages Sweet Tea Water Appetizers Pimento Cheese & Crackers Vegetable Tray… Continue reading My Thanksgiving Menu and Shopping List {2016}
Come Home For Comfort 