How to Plan Color in a Room

  Ever wonder how to pull off a cohesive look in a room?  Would you like to spruce up your space, but get stuck in the planning stages and don’t complete the project?  Or do you buy house decor because it strikes your fancy in the store or online, but when you get it home it…

Valentines Idea

Perhaps you’re trying to think of something to give a special one in your life at Valentines.  If you have a spouse, you’d like to express your loving appreciation for their big part in your life.  Maybe you have grandkids that you’d like to remember with something special.  But nothing you can buy seems quite personal…

Thirteen Things I’ve Learned from the Second Six Months in an RV

One year ago this week Husband and I arrived at our oldest daughter’s house after a  cross-continental drive ahead of and detouring around a  blizzard.  We had sold our comfy home and were embarking on the adventure of building our own house close to family.  That is, Husband would build us a house.  I’ve never…

Just for Fun Watercolors and Calligraphy

This post is a just for fun one to give you ideas for doing a craft with a child, teen or friend in your life.  Sometimes all we need is a good idea to give us the push to make a happy memory together with someone you love.  The added benefit is that the end…

Things We Can’t See

  Disclaimer:  I don’t want to be a drama queen and make such a big deal of a small thing.  My difficulty with claustrophobia in MRI machines is minor compared to the suffering of so many others who are in intense physical and emotional pain.  I share this blog only because I hope the lessons…

Eat Your Veggies!

Husband:  “What is this green slime you’ve hidden under my food?” Me:  “Wrong.  Correct question is, ‘What is this finely chopped dark green leafy vegetable you have lovingly prepared for my nutrition?’ He:  “See, you knew exactly what I was talking about when I said green slime.” Me:  “Eat it.  It’s good for you.” He: …