A few weeks ago I talked about my desire to be "that woman" who has a house that's always ready for company. If you read that post, you'll remember that my motivation for this is the desire to treat my family as well (even better) than I'd treat an honored guest. Working a full time job… Continue reading My Strategy for Keeping the House “Ready For Company”
Category: Home
My Christmas Menu
Is there anything that's better about Christmas than the food? I come from a family of foodies, not the least of which is my Mom who as of yesterday had baked 29 DOZEN CHRISTMAS COOKIES. We're staying home for Christmas this year, so I won't get to eat any of those goodies (unless my sister… Continue reading My Christmas Menu
Come Home for Supper
In my opinion, one of the greatest comforts of home is the supper table. It's important to take every chance you have to gather your family around your table for a meal. Our lives are so busy, but there's something about a family eating a meal together in the quietness of your home (is it… Continue reading Come Home for Supper
Entertaining Can Be Simple!
So many people are hesitant to entertain in their homes, for one reason or another. I will admit that I'm not as eager to entertain as I should be, although I never regret taking the opportunity. We entertained all of my husband's immediate family (including our precious baby niece!) over the weekend. I am so… Continue reading Entertaining Can Be Simple!
Friday Favorites: I love to laugh!
With the week I've had, I'm in need of a good laugh! How about you? My sister and I have laughed until we've cried over a good comedy sketch more than once. Here are two of my favorites: I hope you enjoyed those as much as I did! Happy Friday! I'm linking up with Jennie… Continue reading Friday Favorites: I love to laugh!
Using Candles to Create a Comforting Home
Here's a quick and easy way to add comfort in your home. Just light a candle! Candles aren't just romantic, they are calming and welcoming. If I know my husband will arrive home late into the evening, I turn off all the overhead lights and only use lamps and candles in preparation for his arrival. It creates a… Continue reading Using Candles to Create a Comforting Home
Bringing Fall Inside
Happy Thursday, lovelies! It's supposed to be in the 80's here again today, but I'm ignoring the heat and welcoming the comforts of fall into my home. Since I invested time and money into decorating my front door, I needed to decorate the space right inside the front door. I've inherited some nice pieces of… Continue reading Bringing Fall Inside
Thankful For Housework
The other day my sister and I were talking about her upcoming wedding. She said, "I'm so excited to do laundry and make supper every night!" I don't think her sheer love of laundry motivated that statement. She realizes that her gratefulness for the wonderful blessing of marriage to her sweetheart will bring gratefulness for the… Continue reading Thankful For Housework
Empty Platter Pumpkin Pancakes
I know everyone in the world is posting and pinning pumpkin recipes, but that must be because pumpkin is so yummy! I have a recipe that's great if you've just made something that didn't use the entire can of pumpkin, because this recipe only calls for 1/3 cup. I made these for supper not too… Continue reading Empty Platter Pumpkin Pancakes
Fall Comforts
The best part of my day is when I get to come home. I've always enjoyed decorating the inside of my home, but I've never done much on the outside. A few weeks ago I attended a decorating class, and one of the things I learned was the importance of investing time and a little… Continue reading Fall Comforts
Come Home For Comfort 