Thursday, June 20, 2013
Childhood Possessions
I placed some items in the top of the box that I have collected over the years - small mirror, gloves that were mine, shoe pin cushion, little iron pitcher, pearls, and a photo of me at 6 months. Notice the lack of hair. Didn't have much until I was 2 and then it came in curly and is still that way.
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Life is a cup to be filled, not drained!
Sunday, June 9, 2013
Supporting Operation Smile
As you may already know I am a retired college professor
and between my husband and I we have 6 college graduates and
several grandchildren who are nearing college age. As a parent and professor I
was constantly reminded of the huge cost that students
incur when buying their text books. If any of you are parents or even
students, I’m sure you can relate. Well, for a nominal advertising fee I
have been asked to endorse a program being offered by CampusBookRentals and I have agreed. This post was written by me and all opinions are 100% mine.
While they have an excellent web site and there are
great advantages to renting from them;
such as
- saving 40-90% off of bookstore prices
- saving 40-90% off of bookstore prices
- free shipping both ways
- allowing you to highlight in
the textbook
- and flexible renting periods,
I want to focus on two items of note. The first and very important is
that they partner with Operation Smile.
Tuesday, June 4, 2013
Hubby's Birthday Cake
Yesterday was my husband's birthday. We do not get much into gifts these days, but I wanted to do something special - make him a cake. His favorite is devil's food with chocolate butter cream frosting. Nothing fancy! But what to put on top?
Sunday, June 2, 2013
Guest Post: Going Retro
Going Retro!
In home décor retro is the new 'now.' Even if your home has all the mod
cons, latest gadgetry and shiny new furniture you can add a touch of vintage
warmth to any room. You have great freedom of choice in your particular decade
of retro, with everything from the 1920s to the 1980s making a comeback in
interior design and on the catwalk alike. You can choose to remodel the entire
room, or just add touches of retro glamour here and there to hint at homage to
days gone by.Wednesday, May 29, 2013
My Framed "B" with Handmade Decorative Trim
Here is my finished "B" frame, but it did not look like this when I purchased it.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Before and After Wednesday Feature!
My little yard stick stool was definitely a before and after piece.
Monday, May 20, 2013
Upcycle Projects
This first set is for the birds. Won't they like this for a house?
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Lovely Magnolias
Friday, May 17, 2013
Vintage Picture Framed
I had this frame but it was not large enough to fit any of these pictures. So I decided to make a copy of one of them and reduce it to fit. (Actually I had my husband do it at work, great color copier)
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Pinterest Power - Come Join the Fun!!
I am so excited to be co-hosting The Pinterest Power Party. What a wonderful way to show what you have been working on and to share your ideas on Pinterest. Please join in the fun!!!
If you're a regular, thanks for coming back to link up at the Pinterest Power Party! If this is your first time, welcome! This party is to focus on YOU - the readers! We want to see your DIY projects, frugal gift idea, or delicious recipes - and we want to share them on our Pinterest boards as well!!
And be sure to follow our Pinterest Power Party board - we'll be pinning each week's features as well as others that just catch our eye each week! You can follow the Pinterest Power Party board here!
If you're a regular, thanks for coming back to link up at the Pinterest Power Party! If this is your first time, welcome! This party is to focus on YOU - the readers! We want to see your DIY projects, frugal gift idea, or delicious recipes - and we want to share them on our Pinterest boards as well!!
And be sure to follow our Pinterest Power Party board - we'll be pinning each week's features as well as others that just catch our eye each week! You can follow the Pinterest Power Party board here!
So, you're asking...
How do I participate? Easy!
Be a Pinterest Follower of the three hosts as well as our co-hosts!
Sunday, May 12, 2013
Share the Love Blog Hop
It is such a pleasure to be a co-host for this weeks Share the Love blog hop. I would like to thank Natasha and Danielle for shining a light on me this weekend.
Please take some time to link up to the party by sharing your media links and making new friends. Have fun my bloggy friends!!
Share the Love Blog Hop is here!! Yeah!!
Thursday, May 9, 2013
New Life for A Broken Rocking Chair
When I found this rocking chair last year at my in-laws flea market, it was in such bad shape that they were just going to throw it out. Thinking someone might want it, they priced it at $2. Needless to say, or great for me, it didn't sell.
Monday, May 6, 2013
House Plants turned Garden Plants
Monday, April 29, 2013
Tea and Cherry "Light" Scones
I love scones, but I hate all of the calories. So I decided to find a way to make them with a lot less calories than my original version. This version can be adapted to add what ever fruit you like best.
The Liebster Award
Liebster Blog Award
I am so excited to have my blog nominated for the Liebster Blog Award by Reecea @ Fresh Juniper
Sunday, April 28, 2013
Got Seed?
This one is just a little whimsical. Wonder if the birds think so?
Thursday, April 25, 2013
What to do with those single silver salt shakers?
Friday, April 19, 2013
Window People?
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Orange Ricotta Yummies
They are a very moist cookie and they freeze well. That is if you have any left to freeze!
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Ramped Up Sconces
Let's Get Social!
I am so excited to be co-hosting Let's Get Social Sunday along with Evelyn @ My Turn for us, Jamie @ Loves Bakes Good Cakes, and Jackie @ Rediscover Mom. Be sure to stop over for a visit!What a great way to meet new bloggers and grow your blog through various social media sites. Now let's get social and share the love!!
Saturday, April 13, 2013
Tabebuia or Trumpet Tree
What a lovely tree this is. Its full name is Tabebuia caraiba and grows from central Florida southward. In the spring it produces clusters of yellow trumpet flowers.
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
My Bouillon Fringe Foot Stool
It is my husband's annual golf outing with his brother, cousin and dad. Each year they come to Florida to golf. This year they decided to come to our house in Eustis. They golf and I cook. Well, it is not that bad since I like to cook and I get to garage sale while they are out. I came across this little stool at a garage sale. She was asking $5 but I got it for $2.50.
Friday, April 5, 2013
My Little Squirrel
Monday, April 1, 2013
Bolognaise Pizza Bread
It is like deep dish pizza but has more filling. My family loves this and requests it often.
Island Mango Bread
If you have followed my blog, you know that I have several mango trees in my yard. Last year was a bumper crop. I had more mangoes than I knew what to do with. I made everything with mangoes. Finally, we decided after giving many away to freeze the rest. We cut them into chucks and froze them - all 40 quart bags of them. Yes, I had mangoes!
Well, I try to use them as much as possible from the freezer, but it seems like they are multiplying in there. Guess what - my trees are loaded again. So I have been trying new and familiar recipes. I found this one and made changes. I sent it to work with my husband for all of his employees. I have to do something here !! They loved it so I am sharing it with you.
Monday, March 25, 2013
Have you tried Bar Keepers Friend?
Have you ever seen a piece of silver or brass and thought, I like it but it is in bad shape. Well, all of the pieces that you see below were those kind of pieces(one is missing from this picture) - some more than others. I got all of them for $2 so I said, what the heck!
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