Madeline was my grandmother on my mother's side. She was an amazing little Irish woman. How blessed we were to have her. Not a day goes by that I don't miss her.
I am the wife of my bestfriend, the mother of four amazing kids ages 25, 22, 17 and 4. I am a grandma to 2 beautiful little boys and the mom-in-law to a terrific man. I come from a big wonderful family. My parents are my idols. My dad was always the silent one and my mom was the "tough" one. I have so much admiration for them and love being their daughter. I have 4 sisters and one brother, but I only have 3 surviving sisters now. My sister Michele passed away suddenly in 1989. I married into an amazing Italian family. I believe in God and Angels, and Ghosts. Not bad ones, but ones that just can't decide if they should stay or go. I believe that if you want something bad enough, you just need to believe and it will be yours. I believe that everyone means something to someone and this life without you would be miserable.
Please Change Your Links :D
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Hello everyone!
Just a quick post to let you know that I've finally gotten up off my butt
and created a Just Add Glitter and Stir Blogger URL. Go me! lol
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20 years ago
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I walked away
from a life I thought I was supposed to want
from the plans I made because I thought I was supposed to
from the picket fence dream that was ...
First DT sample and video for Blockwallah!
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Here's my first sample as a Design Team member for *Blockwallah*! I had
great fun with this, recycling a shadow box frame I got from a charity shop.
Here...
spring cleaning, one room at a time...
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Ahhhhhh, it feels so good to have a day to do a
thorough cleaning, and relax in a clean room.
Those cement legs on my makeshift door table may be my fav...
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Happy Valentines Day!
I'm spending the day with my sweet husband. I've made him sugar cookies
(his favorite) and he got me flowers (my favorite no...
Hello, Friends
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I'm back.
I've missed this. I've missed all of you...I'm feeling creative once again.
Life has been different since all my daughters have left hom...
Red White and Blue for PS!! 7-7-2012
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*Sharing some of our TX Red White and Blue today.......*
*Two of my favorite boys stopped by.......*
*Keaton and his mommy made this adorable patriot...
Giveaway From Handmade Artisan Connection.
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Free Six Month Listing for your Handmade Shop on the Handmade Artisan
connection.
Enter to win:
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Return to Blogland!
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Has it really been over one year since I've posted here? I am surprised at
how much I've missed sharing with all my blog friends and learning about
their ...
It's in the Details: The Christmas Hearth Room
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Earlier this month I shared my hearth room and my white pieces that reside
against the long wall, but didn't get the chance to share the details.
There ...
UPDATE
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My little break,
as I announced it over 10 months ago,
became a little longer than I expected...
I have moved to Buenos Aires, Argentina
and now ...
obsession {almay smart shade}
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For the past six months I have been using MAC Studio Moisture tint as my
primary foundation. A couple of weeks ago it was finally on it's last drop
so I ha...
Living the Life
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Having moved from the warm weather and city life of Phoenix,
we are still becoming grounded in our new reality.
That of families gathered at the local pa...
august break ~ day 25-30
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i guess i fell off the august break band wagon... our oldest son was home
on leave for several days and we spent it out at our cabin. beautiful
weather, w...
~Lilacs~
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*Since five months have past since I last posted here on my blog, I decided
to share some lilac photos. Enjoy! K. *
*I finished this seating area in my be...
Lavender Festival
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For the last two years I've had so much fun going to the Lavender Festival
in Blanco Texas.
Sadly because we've had very wet springs both years the lavende...
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*We're celebrating Spring!*
*Join us for our weekend long Spring celebration!*
We kicking it all off *Thursday* eveni...
Rainy Day Blues Monday
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[image: Smiling Sally] It is a rainy blue Monday around here. This past
weekend has been GORGEOUS. Seriously the type of weather the Sunny South is
known ...
THE BELLS ..... THE BELLS ..........
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*I guess we all have good things and bad things about where we live. One of
the lovely things about where our house is, is that it's a stones throw
aw...
"Anything Goes" Pink Saturday - September 2, 2023
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Please mark your calendars to join me for "Anything Goes" Pink Saturday
every week. ♥Pink geraniums still going strong.♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ Happy Pink Saturday!
♥♥♥ Wel...
Home.
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On Sunday I met up with Andrea from Blonde Bedhead, who I can thank for
these amazing photos. With Andrea's fast-paced city-savvy spirit...
New Branding and A New Moda Fabrics Family Member
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Because I spend so much time on Instagram, a little less on my Facebook
page, and then write the occasional email newsletter, I tend to lag a bit
in blogg...
Pink Saturday 02/28/09
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Happy Pink Saturday! Last week I visited over 100 blogs and tried to get to
know the authors. I thought maybe since I am new to Pink Saturday, I would
offe...
Shutterfly & Cupcake Winners
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Hello everyone! I hope you had a great Halloween! Now it’s time to start
getting ready for Thanksgiving, then my favorite…Christmas!
Thank you to all th...
Welcome Fall!
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She is here at last!!! We welcomed her in with a quintessential Autumn day
here in Nashville. Its cool, crisp and amazing!
I am glad to be home from my tra...
Merry Christmas 2024!
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- My 2024 Christmas tree!
A few holiday vignettes are displayed throughout my home.
I participated in a fun Christmas wreath-making class, and...
Mudroom Coat rack Bench
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Hi all! I know, it’s been a LONG time since I put together a blog post, and
I apologize….life is just nutty sometimes and I needed a break…..I’m sure
you...
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Those who have long enjoyed such privileges as we enjoy forget in time that
men have died to win them.
Franklin D Roosevelt
Save up to 25% this weekend thro...
Fall Decor 2019
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Hello everyone!
Fall is one of my favorite seasons to create beautiful DIY home decor!
I have been leaning toward a Chic Farmhouse style for my home.
Buffal...
Life Happens
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Good Morning,
So many trials have come and gone in the last year. Losing the love of my
life was the last thing I expected. My dear sweet husband was lai...
She found herself in Colombia... Part 2
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Looking back... Christmas 2016, I am traveling back with my daughter from
Minnesota where I've spent every Christmas with my family since I can
remember. ...
No-Sew Burlap Tablerunner
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I have a secret. Well actually I have many, ha ha, but today I am
revealing one: I can't sew. Don't judge, don't hate... I. don't. sew.
It's true and I...
I'm Back! The Great Gatsby
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Happy Summer and 2013. It's been over a year since I have been here, and
I've missed it tremendously. My first post has got to be sharing my love
for The G...
Are you into the Rae Dunn craze???
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Are you into the Rae Dunn craze??? Or, have you been in the dark about
the Rae Dunn madness or are you not interested at all???
If you are on Instagram, t...
Friday around the nest...
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Happy Friday! It was my birthday yesterday so Kyran came home with Roses
for me:)
I dotted them around the nest rather than putting them all in one vase,...
Valentine Crafting...
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I always create something new for Valentine's Day each year... This year I
was inspired by all the tufted beds on Pinterest and decided to tuft on a
much s...
Farmhouse Style Guest Room
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Hello! Today I am sharing our other newly remodeled room in our home.
This room has previously been used as the bedroom to our two boys (at
different t...
Oh my aching back!!
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I’m having back surgery (complete disc replacement) in December. I’m
nervous about it. There is a list of things I shouldn’t do in the 3 months
after s...
Bedroom Makeover
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Have you ever stumbled upon a piece of furniture and just knew it was meant
to be?
That happened to my husband and I right after Christmas. We have always h...
In My Defense...
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In my defense...
he was just too cute,
and totally dead serious,
when he looked up at me with
those big, long-lashed eyes,
and asked if he could wear
h...
Nine months!
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Dear Rowan,
You are nine months old! It's hard to believe you've been with us on the
outside for as long as you were inside my tummy. I can't even believe h...
Spring has sprung! Matilda's Mouse Vintage Market
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Spring time brings great Vintage Markets! I am so excited to share
Matilda's Mouse! A vintage Market that this kitten has been wanting to
visit for a few ...
Share Your Style #189
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Good evening everyone and welcome to Share Your Style 189! I'm Carol from
The Red Painted Cottage and I'll be your host tonight. I hope everyone had
a fab...
taking a break
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as you have most likely noticed, I have been really bad about posting
frequency
life has been even more hectic then usual and with the holidays, I have to ...
Been absent
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I've been absent for a few weeks now. My Mom fell and broke her hip,
surgery on 7-15-18 and then rehab. She is now staying with us for a few
weeks before ...
A swedish family home in summer time
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I'm making the most of the sun here in Sweden and even nipped out for a run
this morning (now I'm just showing off, right?!) If it makes you feel
better I ...
Drive In Movie Theater Near Me Halloween
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This is for the Dreaded Drive-In double feature. The 700pm will be family
friendly spooky movie and 1000pm a classic halloween movie.
Pin On Stuff For K...
Falling For You!
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*I* can't believe I forgot to post these photos here!! I know it's almost
winter now, but I wanted to share these anyhow... Enjoy!!
photos by Darkbl...
To Shower or Not To Shower
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To shower or not to shower, that is the question! I know, what a stupid
& silly question that is...of course the only sane answer is to shower. Or
is i...
What a sweet tribute for such a beautiful lady! Hope you can visit my blog today for my special Mother's Day post.
ReplyDeleteSherry @ A Happy Valentine
I love that picture of mom and dad. They look so happy! I can't wait until this weekend....it's gonna be fun! Love you sister dear:)
ReplyDeleteMarcia
Aw, I love the photo. How romantic. Lovely. Hope you had a great day too.
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