This is another birthday party blast from the past that I wanted to write about. I just wasn’t one of those moms who was able to blog and parent. Just wasn’t me. So the blog that I had at the…
Successful Linen Closet Before and After
My linen closet has certainly gone through changes over the years. It’s always been a bit frustrating to deal with. I am grateful to have it, but it is such a tiny space that I’ve struggled to be able to…
A Swimming Pool Taken Apart For Good
When my husband died my brain simply stopped functioning. Sometimes I wonder how I managed to keep our little daughters lives functioning as they’d always have. Yet, I did. In light of the season that is now finally showing signs…
On Mother’s Day Make New Moms Feel Extra Special
Mother’s Day is one of those holidays that hits differently when you’ve just become a mom. It’s no longer just about celebrating your own mother, it’s about recognizing the incredible journey you’ve embarked on. Becoming a mom is life-changing, beautiful,…
Em’s Unique 1st Birthday Party Celebration
This is certainly a blast from the past. Sometimes I have moments when I just want to go back. Whenever I see little families together especially when they are families with little kiddos, I’m reminded of my life with Chris….
20 Easily Identifiable Items To Purge To De-clutter Your Home
Is it time to de-clutter your home? Have you ever looked around your home and felt overwhelmed by the sheer amount of stuff? From random knick-knacks to old mail piling up on the counter, clutter has a sneaky way of…
How To Fix A Broken Basketball Backboard
It’s not unusual for families to have a basketball hoop in their driveway. It’s pretty much a staple in my suburb. It is. a little more unusual to have one with a broken backboard. We received ours from a neighbor…
One Appliance Two Appliance Three Appliance Four… An Expensive Nightmare
*So you know that phrase, when it rains it pours? That’s precisely what happened when I lost my husband. It seemed everything just began to fall apart one after the other. More specifically, I’m referring to things in my house,…
Simple And Stylish Entryway Organization Ideas
Entryway organization really matters when you walk into your home. Your entryway is the first impression of your home, and sets the tone for your entire space, welcoming guests while also serving as a functional drop zone for shoes, bags,…
11 Vibrant Spring Decor Ideas To Elevate Your Home
*Who’s ready for spring and spring decor? I definitely am. Seeing new buds on trees is exciting, and shows spring is well on its way. It’s a great time to update your home with bright and beautiful ideas. With spring…
Beautiful and Simple Coat Closet Makeover
Flashing back to this coat closet makeover makes me want to makeover all the closets in the house. This was a fun project that I worked on some years back. This closet drove me absolutely batty. I’m sure many of…
Easy Outlet And Switch Plate Covers Upgrade
* You don’t realize just how simple some upgrades can be until you do. The discovery of outlet and switch plate covers made an otherwise tedious task a breeze. I’ve always heard that there’s always something that needs to be…