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Chicago Cubs Fan Gift Giving Guide

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Being a Chicago Cubs Fan all my life has been a patient process over the years until the 2016 World Series. After 108 years of losing, every Chicago Cubs Fan united (physically and spiritually) in a celebration that made it... Continue reading →

Pet Lovers Gift Giving Guide for Year Round Giving

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I live in a house full of Pet Lovers and if possible my kids would turn this place into a zoo. Right now we have a cat, a dog, a turtle and lots of fish. I think chickens would be... Continue reading →

Homemade Holiday Gifts

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I have always been crafty and I truly enjoy making special homemade holiday gifts for my friends and family. Giving someone a homemade holiday gift lets them know they are not only receiving a tangible item but also part of... Continue reading →

Gift Giving Guide for the Cooks and Bakers

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This Gift Giving Guide for Cooks and Bakers is filled with all of my own personal favorite kitchen gadgets and supplies. I am probably one the few women that really enjoy receiving a gift that helps me in the kitchen... Continue reading →
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Naughty Gift Giving Guide Ideas for Your Sassy Friends

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This Naughty Gift Giving Guide was created for those that have a potty mouth and this may come as a surprise to my readers but I am beyond guilty of having a potty mouth. Yes, although my husband retired from the... Continue reading →

Coffee Lovers Gift Giving Guide

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I have learned that die-hard coffee drinkers are definitely passionate about their love for coffee. Coffee lovers have their favorite brew, special mugs (if you want to get them a special mug then why not have a look at buying... Continue reading →

My Favorite Amazon Magazine Subscriptions

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Even  though we are living in a Pinterest world, I still love flipping through the glossy pages of my favorite magazine  subscriptions and lucky for me Amazon has an awesome selection of my favorites for a fraction of the shelf price.... Continue reading →

Monogram Note Cards

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These handmade monogram note cards were made by my friend Jen. She was kind enough to let me showcase some of her paper crafting skills on the blog and first up are these adorable monogram note cards. She has packaged them... Continue reading →

Back To School DIY Crafts and Gifts

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I am definitely not one for rushing through the seasons but summer for the kiddos is coming to an end as demonstrated by all of the Back to School advertising that has been happening lately. It’s that time of year... Continue reading →

Let’s Talk About My 5 Favorite Beauty Products

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Who doesn’t like to look and feel great? Every woman has her favorite beauty products and I am no exception to the rule.   *This post contains affiliate links and you can read my full disclosure here. I have lots... Continue reading →

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Officially done with pantry organization! This mak Officially done with pantry organization! This makes me so happy and yes, I know I'm weird. Hopefully,  you are too and you'll appreciate the before and afters in my IG highlights and on the blog along with some source info. Now, to finish the bathroom makeover. 🤪
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Tonight the ranch was blessed with a flag raising. Tonight the ranch was blessed with a flag raising. Swipe thru.
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My husband is a retired Navy veteran with 23 years of service. He has always wanted a flagpole at our home and now is the perfect time to add a beautiful flag to fly over the ranch.
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Our anniversary is on Veterans Day (11/11) and we celebrated 32 years together. I gifted my husband with a 25' flagpole from Service First, a veteran owned company . We love it. ❤ 
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Decorating paralysis be gone! Anyone else paralyze Decorating paralysis be gone! Anyone else paralyzed by overthinking and making a decorating decision? Raise your hand if you need some encouragement from me. 🙋‍♀️
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It feels so good to finally move forward and check things off my list. My poor husband has been busting out the projects this week and I'm so HAPPY!!! 😊
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Grandma's desk ✔
Pictures hung ✔
Lamp painted ✔
Wallpaper done ✔ 
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Saved this torn and worn wool scarf and turned it Saved this torn and worn wool scarf and turned it into a wreath. Perfect Christmas decor with some sentimental value too. 
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Salvaged architectural pieces made the perfect pic Salvaged architectural pieces made the perfect picture ledges. The black lights were attached to a weathered board found on the ranch. I used the @nestingwithgrace magic light trick so they aren't hard wired. I love how the landing looks with our family photos on display. ❤
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Does your fall decor include 4 bags of candy corn Does your fall decor include 4 bags of candy corn displayed in a thrifted bowl? 
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Almost everything here was thrifted or gifted. Any guesses on what was purchased?
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Early morning. Not my favorite part of the day but Early morning. Not my favorite part of the day but growing on me.
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I've always been a night owl. It was my peak time to get shit done after the household settled down.
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Now, I kinda like the quiet and stillness of an early morning with coffee and nothing to do.
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Maybe it's because my kiddos are grown and it's easier to keep the house maintained without late night cleaning and projects needing attention. 
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Regardless, I'm just grateful for another day to do whatever I want to do. 😊
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Welcome to my office. . Doesn't look much like a t Welcome to my office.
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Doesn't look much like a traditional office but it's where I sit and work most days.
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Paperless should have happened a long time ago. It's so much neater.
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What you don't see here, are my 2 laptops and iPad. I'm tied to technology all day. Not so freeing.
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At the end of the day, it all gets tucked away in a basket. Then I am tethered to the office via my phone. Except weekends.
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Maybe one day I'll get the loft done and have a real office  again. For now,  this works and I like my chair.
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Amber bottles. Perfect fall decor. Don't ya think? Amber bottles. Perfect fall decor. Don't ya think?
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We have found hundreds of bottles on the property. I'm not kidding.
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Amber, green, blue and clear bottles. HUNDREDS of them. 
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Of those hundreds, I picked these 3 to sit on the mantle. Maybe, I'll add more later. 
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When a collection becomes art. I like it. . Unique When a collection becomes art. I like it.
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Unique. Added texture. Visually appealing. Fun conversation piece. I love it.
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Finding the beauty in everyday items is the best p Finding the beauty in everyday items is the best part of inexpensive DIYing.
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After we had a bad storm, there were broken limbs and branches all over our yard. I gathered up the branches and made this twig vase.
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Inexpensively made using supplies in my craft stash. It adds character and texture to any seasonal arrangement.
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Why pay over $20 for a pedestal when you can make Why pay over $20 for a pedestal when you can make your own?
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@mycreativedays inspired me to make my own out of a wooden candlestick and a cutting board. Total cost $3.99.
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I love taking old things and repurposing them with a new life.
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Upcycled old soup bowls to make an herb garden in Upcycled old soup bowls to make an herb garden in my window.
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I love taking something old and repurposung it with new life.
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I can't take credit for this idea. The talented @sadieseasongoods inspired me.
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When your household has been in storage for a year When your household has been in storage for a year, unpacking boxes is like Christmas!
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Slowly I am finding a new place for old things in our new home. This fireplace is massive. It's 8 1/2 feet tall by 7 feet wide. Definitely challenging my decor skills.
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Today, I broke a huge rule of mine. I started putting out fall decor before October 1st. 
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When do you decorate or fall? I'm a summer girl and never want to rush into fall but I came across my fall decor boxes and figured I might as well unpack them. 
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Also, I'm in Texas and it's nearly 100° every day. Kinda hard to change seasons when it's summer 8 months out of the year. I ❤ Texas.
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Happy 4th of July. Sharing my recipe for a good ti Happy 4th of July. Sharing my recipe for a good time. Cheers!
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How do you feel about unexpected guests? Me person How do you feel about unexpected guests? Me personally,  I prefer a text or phone call but I've come to learn neighbors in Texas just like to show up. 
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We finally got a driveway doorbell during Amazon Prime Days. I'll keep you posted on how it works. 
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In the meantime,, Patty Melt keeps pushing open the gate and tries to come into the yard. She's a welcomed guest, outside the gate.
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