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Words.

Words.

I believe this to be true, but then again, I am a feng shui loving kinda gal with a hippie’s heart.  I had a more picture laden post planned but my computer or rather very slow Internet is not having it. For now, happy Friday and I will be back on Sunday with a...

That’s me!

That’s me!

The past couple of weeks were insanely busy and things have finally slowed down a bit. I was busy writing, styling, AND doing some modeling for my freelance work with the local paper. Above is a scene I styled to reflect New Years Eve. I purchased those balloons and...

Uncommon Goods Gift Guide and $50 Gift Card Giveaway!

Uncommon Goods Gift Guide and $50 Gift Card Giveaway!

By now you all know that I usually do my own thing and tend to gravitate toward what is unique, but not necessarily popular. This is one of the reasons why I love Uncommon Goods. I found out about them years ago and always looked forward to receiving their catalogs in...

My Mod Podge DIY with Ferm Living Wallpaper.

My Mod Podge DIY with Ferm Living Wallpaper.

It smells like Thanksgiving here. Lots of seasoning and scents whiffing in the air! What are you up to? I am also sipping wine before noon; tis the season! . Well, while things are baking and soaking, I figured I would share this mod podge project that I recently...

One Room Challenge: Week 6; The Reveal.

One Room Challenge: Week 6; The Reveal.

Click for week 1, week 2, week 3, week 4, week 5…Hello everyone! Welcome to the big reveal! I can’t believe that I was able to accomplish all I did within 6 weeks.  While there are still some missing elements like window treatments and a...

Our Spookified DIY Pumpkins.

Our Spookified DIY Pumpkins.

We don’t usually celebrate Halloween. I however always have candy out for the children who trick or treat, but we never do all that spooky stuff with decorations, etc. Well, this year will be different. You see Zion has added the word spooky to his repertoire(thanks...

Birthday Boy…

Birthday Boy…

if you look closely you’ll see that he was crying because mom snapping a gazillion pics wasn’t his idea of fun. he busted out smiling when I started to sing one of his favourite songs; my inability to carry a tune and his love for that song were the winning...

One Room Challenge: Week three

One Room Challenge: Week three

Hello everyone! A warm welcome to anyone who is reading for the first time.  I can’t believe we’re already in week 3 of this challenge! Last week I told you that wallpaper would be going up. My wallpaper magician. His applications are seamless and he came on...

A Great Loss.

A Great Loss.

I barely slept last night as I kept replaying the day’s events and looking at pictures of his face, his family. About two hours after I posted yesterday, I found out that a close friend, a soldier, was gunned down in his home with his wife and son present. They attend...

One Room Challenge: Week One

One Room Challenge: Week One

Hello everyone! I am so thrilled to finally be able to share the SECRET! I am a participant in Linda’s One Room Challenge(ORC). I know everyone ought to know what the ORC is by now. But, in case you DON’T; it is where a great group of 20 bloggers and designers are...

The Midriff Trend.

The Midriff Trend.

I am not this daring, but I can’t help but admire her. I am actually typing in between crunches. I have abs envy right now! Tell me are you a fan, or this look baring too much skin for your liking?  xx{images: Harpers Bazaar, stylesnooperdan.com}

My Budget Friendly and Stylish Tablescape.

My Budget Friendly and Stylish Tablescape.

Simply put, one can entertain in style on any budget. I have been frequenting one of my local Goodwill stores of late because I realize that there are some amazing scores to be had there. For today’s post, we’ll look at a simple, but stylish tablescape showcasing all...

Blogging Tip.

Being yourself might not make you popular, but authenticity is more important in my book. It makes for more lasting and meaningful relationships in the long run. I love my little blog circle; old and new friends.  Blessings and have a beautiful day everyone! xx

Saved by the Little Black Dress(LBD).

Saved by the Little Black Dress(LBD).

On Friday, we celebrated our 14th wedding anniversary. Yippee! We are beyond proud of this milestone! To celebrate, we were going to attend a local cocktail event and initially I planned on wearing a pair of dress pants with a lovely top. I really do not own many...