Thanksgiving is just over a week away. If you haven't put your heart in "grateful" mode just yet, now is the time to start! I set up this little area in our kitchen with a chalkboard easel and some card stock. Paul and I have been adding little things we're thankful for throughout the week… Continue reading How To Be A Grateful Person
Category: Holidays
How To Prepare For Christmas In November {Without Skipping Thanksgiving!}
On my way home from Tennessee last weekend, I stopped at the Asheville Outlets (because Kirklands). Walking from my car to the stores I was completely in awe of the gorgeous fall leaves everywhere in the parking lot. The trees were just full of vibrant fall color. I turned the corner toward the first set… Continue reading How To Prepare For Christmas In November {Without Skipping Thanksgiving!}
15 Of The Best Thanksgiving Ideas, Tips and Recipes
Thanksgiving is just around the corner! There's so much to love about Thanksgiving - cooking, eating, family time, being grateful - and PIE! 🙂 Whether you're hosting dinner or going to someone else's home for the meal, there are so many things you can do to make this day extra special for the people you… Continue reading 15 Of The Best Thanksgiving Ideas, Tips and Recipes
Warm and Cozy Thanksgiving Tablescape
Since I'm not hosting Thanksgiving this year, I wasn't planning to come up with a Thanksgiving tablescape this month. And then I acquired some new-to-me dishes and all that changed! My sister inherited our Gramma's china but decided she was happy with the other sets of dishes she has room for (she has some really… Continue reading Warm and Cozy Thanksgiving Tablescape
Five Pictures on Friday {Memorial Day 2017}
Happy Friday! Last weekend we decided at the very last minute to spend the long weekend with my grandparents in Kentucky. It was such a good decision! Paul and I had so much fun driving up and back together, and as always we loved the time we spent with my Nana and Papa. I always… Continue reading Five Pictures on Friday {Memorial Day 2017}
Easter Sunday Menu {2017}
I don't believe you must have children in your home in order to make holidays special or magical. As a Christian, many holidays that we celebrate are special just because of what we're celebrating! Easter is one of my most favorite weekends of the year. Without Easter, Christmas would be meaningless. Jesus came as a… Continue reading Easter Sunday Menu {2017}
Easter “Mantle”
So I don't actually have a mantle in my home...but I was inspired by the way Hilary decorated her mantle for Spring and ended up decorating my entry way table as a result! I think that no matter how good you are at decorating, sometimes it takes time and patience to get the desired results.… Continue reading Easter “Mantle”
Pastel Easter Tablescape + My Formula For A Festive Table!
I am still learning how to set a pretty table, but I've found that it's easiest to do so on holidays! I love setting a pretty table for Christmas, Thanksgiving and even the 4th of July - because it allows me to use colors and elements that I might not be able to use throughout… Continue reading Pastel Easter Tablescape + My Formula For A Festive Table!
5 Pictures on Friday {14 Days of Love Recap}
This month I've been participating in the 14 Days of Love photo challenge that Stephanie and Beth are hosting on Instagram. I love doing Instagram challenges, because it forces me to look for beautiful moments and gives me beautiful pictures that I treasure. You might have seen the ones I did during fall and Christmas that were so much… Continue reading 5 Pictures on Friday {14 Days of Love Recap}
Valentine’s Day Decor {Cozy and Neutral}
I've always loved decorating for Valentine's Day - even as a child I remember setting out pink and purple accents in my room! Over the years I've moved away from the pink and purple, but I still enjoy working in a few bits of Valentine's Day love into my decor. This year I really tried… Continue reading Valentine’s Day Decor {Cozy and Neutral}
Come Home For Comfort 