Sometimes Christmas magnifies the flaws in our relationships. We want our family gatherings to be pleasant, warm and filled with love and joy. It's not always that way, is it? After a busy weekend with family I often find myself regretting the way I responded to my husband in a situation when he wasn't doing… Continue reading December Marriage Matters Recap
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5 Things on Friday {6.24.16}
Happy Friday! Here's a quick roundup of 5 things I'm loving this week! On Twitter: When National Selfie Day & National Yoga Day happen at the same time. In Blogland: One of my favorite monthly linkups - the $10 at Target blog hop! It's always so much fun to see what everyone found for $10!… Continue reading 5 Things on Friday {6.24.16}
5 Things on Friday {6.17.16}
Here are five things I loved about the past week: The 35th Anniversary Party my sister and I hosted for our parents (read all about it here)! Hanging out with my sister all weekend! We shopped, ate and laughed so much! Evening storms that cooled off the crazy temps this week. The new pillows &… Continue reading 5 Things on Friday {6.17.16}
Dinner Party Planning: My Parents’ 35th Anniversary
Last weekend my sister and I had the privilege of helping our parents celebrate their 35th anniversary. We had so much fun planning and hosting this event! Other than my wedding (which was pretty simple), this was the biggest event I've organized. Alli's creativity and excellent taste was a perfect match for my love of spreadsheets… Continue reading Dinner Party Planning: My Parents’ 35th Anniversary
5 Things on Friday {6.10.16}
1// I am writing this post from the beautiful country that is East Tennessee! This weekend my sister and I are giving our parents a 35th anniversary party here in Tennessee, so we came a little early to get things ready for the big event. My sister and I had so much fun yesterday, running… Continue reading 5 Things on Friday {6.10.16}
My Summer Bucket List
Let's be honest. Summer is my least favorite season. The last couple of years I've found myself bracing for the heat, staying indoors as much as possible and counting the days until November when it's cool again. I decided that this year I'm going to "play the glad game" (Pollyanna, anyone?) and look for things… Continue reading My Summer Bucket List
Why I Serve Meals At The Kitchen Table
Eating a meal at the dining room table, set with cloth napkins and nice dishes, is something I've done hundreds of times in my life. It's my favorite way to enjoy a meal - I'm not a huge fan of eating while sitting in front of the TV. Don't get me wrong. If I'm home… Continue reading Why I Serve Meals At The Kitchen Table
We Bicker Like Family
"We bicker like family, but we really do love each other." I heard that while watching a documentary about Pentatonix - whatever member said that about the rest of the group, it made me stop and think. Why do we just assume "that's what families do - they bicker?" Does your family argue, fight and… Continue reading We Bicker Like Family
Honoring 60 Years of Commitment
Last week my grandparents celebrated their 60th anniversary! Everyone on my mom's side of the family gathered in Lexington, Kentucky to help them celebrate. We wanted to let them know how much their commitment to each other has impacted our lives. My mom, her sisters and each of the grandchildren took a few minutes to share… Continue reading Honoring 60 Years of Commitment
High Five For Christmas!
Is there anything better than Christmas with your favorite people? Here are the highlights from the last two days, in typical H54F fashion: 1. I spent Christmas Eve with these lovely people! It was fun to be all together at my parents' house - this is the first year we've all been together with our… Continue reading High Five For Christmas!
Come Home For Comfort 