One quick and inexpensive way to dress up your powder room is to add a little ribbon to your hand-towel. (I might even change the ribbon when the seasons change).
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Pilgrimage to a Design Mecca
I was working on my first free-lance newspaper article called Old Things, New Use. Part of the research included an interview at the home of interior designer Todd Richesin. My “don’t screw-up…don’t screw-up” mantra faded away as I drove up to a beautifully appointed French-style house. Looking over at the passenger seat, I took stock of the things [...]
Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk
A week ago today, I was standing with purse on shoulder and keys in hand. I was waiting for my husband to get home from work (early) so I could make a break for it. Not only was I fleeing my homestead, but I was bound for two of my favorite fabric stores in Atlanta. [...]
Why There Are Wood-Chips in My Purse
We are still adjusting to the freedoms awarded to my son by his new bed. Much to my dismay, he hasbeen waking up during the night and pitter-pattering his way down the hall to us. I decided a real night-light might help. We have this little turtle we love that lights up, but it turns off by itself. If he wakes [...]
Bright Ideas – Night-Lights
We have a stuffed animal turtle night-light that both of my kids have loved. My son (2) has been using it a lot lately. It is a stuffed animal turtle with a hard-shell back that has stars cut out. A light from inside projects gold, blue or green stars on the ceiling. The child can choose the color by [...]
Find me a Find…on Craigslist
I love home decor stuff. But it’s not just regular ole stuff that floats my boat. I have an affinity for the unusual, and I love to use items for something other than their intended purpose. A cool jug or an old metal toy looks like a potential lamp to me. And I love a good deal, so [...]
Etsy is Eye Candy for the Creative Mind
I love Etsy. In case you aren’t familiar with it, it’s basically eBay for home-made or vintage stuff. It is eye candy for the creative mind. I never tire of seeing the beautiful and whimsical things other people create. It often inspires me to new home decor ideas. For example, check out this gorgeous photo [...]
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- “Mama, I yawned and sauce came out!” (vomit)
– Sydney (3) Maryville, TN
- My husband has my babies all by himself this week. When I was leaving town today, I asked Walker if he thought they would be ok . He said, "Of course, Mama. You left us food and I have a light saber."
-- Walker (5) Tupelo, MS
- "You are really annoying, and it is NOT opposite day."
-- Bryce (6) to Reed (8) Eagain, MN
- "Mom: Do you think you can be good at school the rest of the week – it’s only two more days…
Son: I’m not sure… “I can’t tell the future and I don’t have a working time machine.”
– Ethan (6) Milwaukee, MI