2023-04-06 01:00
Easter is a great time to pull out all the spring tablewares!This may sound like the most boring post ever, but stick with me for a bit. I want to share with you why cloth napkins are my jam… Read More
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2023-03-28 10:00
Easter chicks go great with porcelain place cards.This is a fun craft to do for your kiddos, with your kiddos, or just for cute holiday decorations. I love these festive little things… Read More
2023-03-21 01:24
We haven’t even hit spring yet, and I am already behind! I have yet to plant a single seed or bulb. I have purchased several but just admired the packaging!
My limited gardening… Read More
2022-11-15 11:00
When I was growing up, we had Thanksgiving with at my grandmother’s house and/or Aunt E’s house. Everyone would bring a dish or two, and there would be so much food.
As we… Read More
2022-10-25 10:00
Some of my favorite memories of Halloween aren’t all from my childhood. Some of the most fun memories are sprinkled throughout my life.
Not too long ago, I was sick with an aller… Read More
2022-10-18 10:00
Little did I know that the Oxford Dictionaries Online keeps up with abbreviations and online slang. When I recently did an internet search to find out what “tl;dr” meant (t… Read More
2022-10-12 01:23
Confession time! I actually love to clean. Give me a free day, and I can find dirt to scrub!
While on vacation recently, we chose to stay at a vacation rental home. Wh… Read More
2022-08-30 10:00
That is a pretty bold statement, but I mean it. The items listed below are items that aren’t expensive, do double-duty and will earn their keep. You may already have most i… Read More
2022-08-16 10:00
Whether you need to get ready (or help someone get ready) for college, K-12 school, or just refresh your work modus operandi, I have a few of my own personal favorites to share with you.
Th… Read More
2022-06-28 10:00
The traditional wedding season us upon and “what to wear?” is always the question. Decades ago, our foremothers stayed true to the rules of not wearing white to a wedding… Read More
2022-06-14 23:39
As the temperature continues to increase, and legally we must wear something to cover our bodies, now is the time to bring out the natural-fiber dresses. My favorites are cotton and/o… Read More
2022-05-26 01:00
There are two schools of thought in this world: “Things don’t matter…people matter” and the opposite way of seeing it is “Things matter.”
I believ… Read More
2022-05-12 23:08
Summer in the South is like a sauna. Lots of heat and steam…usually coming from my torso! And to stay decently clothed, one must devise techniques that keep the torso cov… Read More
2022-05-03 11:26
My dad wore many hats, one of which was being a cattleman. Or should that be farmer, rancher, or dairyman? I never know which is correct, but if you are from around here, you know what I me… Read More
2022-04-26 10:00
Mother’s Day is May 8 which is not far away! Now is the time to make a plan for celebrating your mom and/or mother figure. Here are a few suggestions and ideas to get you… Read More
2022-04-19 10:00
Today’s thought is this: Why does a single sneaker (it seems to always be a sneaker) make its way to the middle of the road? Have you ever noticed just a single sneaker la… Read More
2022-04-12 10:00
Have you ever wondered for every dollar you earn, how much you can buy with it? Or have you figured out what your take-home pay is for each hour you work?
These are good numbers to ha… Read More
2022-03-29 10:00
We all know we need to wear sun protection, but do we really understand all the details of why, how, what, etc.? Maybe I am alone, but I am learning that much of what I thought about… Read More
2022-03-22 10:00
I made a quick jaunt through the gardening section of Lowe’s recently and was thrilled to see vegetables and flowers already on the shelves.
This time of year is when Mother Earth has… Read More
2022-03-15 10:00
This is a secret that maybe I should keep, but I like to watch British Fashion YouTubers. Stay with me on this, please. It is not what you think.
I watch three ladies that live… Read More
2022-03-08 11:00
I am writing this on Wednesday, March 2. It was such a glorious day! Though I had work to do, Archie convinced me that we needed just a little bit of time outdoors. I chec… Read More
2022-03-01 11:00
This iconic cowboy stands guard over Jefferson Street.With any town there are going to be landmarks that are iconic for the town. Some of the oldest icons in Sulphur Springs are the Ho… Read More
2022-02-22 11:00
I think most of us appreciate a quick homecooked meal especially when it is a weeknight. This meal idea is easy and probably won’t require you to buy much in addition to what yo… Read More
2022-02-15 11:00
Valentine’s and February exude the feelings of love and emotion. But I hope this time of year also makes us think of heart health. This year I missed National Wear Red Day… Read More
2022-02-08 23:00
It is the season of love (isn’t every season the season of love? but I digress). Heart-shaped boxes filled with chocolate delights are flying off shelves, and folks search endle… Read More
2022-02-02 02:29
No sign of petunias here.Sometimes unplanned things are the most precious and maybe even more of what we need. Lately we have had several unplanned surprises, which were all good.
In M… Read More
2022-01-25 15:11
Do you ever find yourself wearing an outfit that really just seems a bit weird? I have done a lot of that lately as I am trying to clean out my closet and wear things that I have pus… Read More
2022-01-18 11:00
Closet goals!Oh my goodness! Due to my house being topsy-turvy (updating a bathroom) I have lost any amount of organization that used to exist in my life! I can clearly say that… Read More
2022-01-11 14:42
My carpet and linoleum toolkit.Let’s face it…I am no spring chicken. Having spent my working career sitting at a desk, I am not the most physically fit person. And… Read More
2022-01-04 11:00
I have written on this blog, more than once, about new year’s resolutions. One year, I even had weekly posts on healthy habits to adopt that week. I finally gave up becaus… Read More
2021-12-28 23:13
All sweaters are not created equal!
I heard a vlogger mention that she only would buy sweaters with significant wool content. She obviously lives in Britian! I on the other hand… Read More
2021-12-21 11:00
From Wikipedia:
Wassail: A beverage of hot mulled cider, drunk traditionally as an integral part of wassailing.
Wassailing: A medieval Christmastide English drinking ritual inte… Read More
2021-12-14 11:00
There is nothing with a more comforting taste and smell than cinnamon. Universally recognizable in both flavor and scent, cinnamon is thought to be the oldest known spice in the world… Read More
2021-12-07 11:00
This is a classic Santa photo with my sister (on the right) and me. My undies were showing, and I was crying!There are no memories I treasure more than childhood memories of the holidays wi… Read More
2021-11-30 11:00
The 2019 Rockefeller Center Christmas tree.The most iconic of Christmas decorations is the tree. Whether it stands in the White House, Rockefeller Center, the town square or your livi… Read More
2021-11-23 11:00
Hi there! It is that season when even the best plans can run amuck! This Gift Guide can help you make your plan as well as your back-up plan!
This is the third part in my 2021 i… Read More
2021-11-16 11:00
I make cornbread dressing, and I think I make it pretty well. But my husband thinks it needs gizzards (the stomach used to grind food). Even the thought makes me want to faint o… Read More
2021-11-09 11:00
My grandfather, my father, my father-in-law, and my husband all served our country. I am proud of these four family members for their contributions to our country. They each had… Read More
2021-11-02 10:00
Did you know that Amazon carries premium fashion brands such as Vince, Shohanna, Paige, Mackage, and Dolce & Gabbana? Or that Amazon has their own brands of fashion for women, men… Read More
2021-10-26 10:00
I don’t need to articulate why travel these days is so different than a few years ago; nor how it is not as enjoyable as the days when you could arrive right before the plane took off… Read More
2021-10-19 10:00
As we all know, the most beautiful decorations are from nature. Be it a seascape, landscape, sky or sunset, beauty is all around us. So why not bring a little bit into our homes… Read More
2021-10-12 10:00
The FeelUnique Advent calendar is full of beauty products.
Maybe I am late to the party, but it seems like Advent Calendars are a really hot Christmas gift this year. I am loving the… Read More
2021-10-05 17:18
If you know a few formulas, rather than strict recipes, then you will never find yourself without something to serve for dinner. As a matter of fact, a friend of mine shared some &ldq&helli…Read More
2021-09-28 10:00
Rechargeable hand fan.As a Texan, I have lived my entire life hot and sweaty. I have no idea how my parents and grandparents survived living in homes with no central air conditioning o… Read More
2021-09-21 10:00
The hot, cloudy day means the livestock find a nice tree to get under. These are bulls, not heifers, but still a lovely photo! The sky looks like a painting.Earlier today, I was outside with… Read More
2021-09-15 10:00
Image by Peggychoucair from Pixabay.There is something about fall that can be felt all the way into the bones. I am not even a big football fan, but I always want to attend a game on a… Read More
2021-09-08 10:00
My first reupholstery work!I have wanted to try my hand at recovering furniture for decades now. I have watched videos, taken Craftsy classes and dreamed. The closest I have ever… Read More
2021-08-31 10:00
Today I am sharing some of my favorite products that are making my life easier and stress free! Three products are for the home or office, and two products are for autos. I love… Read More
2021-08-24 10:00
Image by Carla Burke from Pixabay.Did you know that August 25 is second-hand day? Not the kind where you learned it second-hand, but the kind where you get great bargains on items you… Read More
2021-08-17 10:00
There is an oxymoron in there somewhere when you want to lose weight, but need some athletic shorts in order to do so, and said athletic shorts are made for those who are already athletic… Read More
2021-08-13 12:24
A small bunch of thyme blossoms looks charming in a vintage hobnail vase.I have a love of fresh flowers and have shared that love on this blog on more than one occasion. I wouldn&rsquo&hell…Read More
2021-08-04 22:30
I don’t know about you, but I am finding myself day dreaming about the most wonderful vacations! Maybe it is because my iPhone keeps showing me photos from previous vacations, b… Read More
2021-07-30 10:00
Image by silviarita from Pixabay.My favorite food group has always been ice cream. I have said this a thousand times…if I could only eat one food for the rest of my life, I woul… Read More
2021-07-26 10:00
Image by Марина Вельможко from Pixabay.Today is National Aunt and Uncle Day. If you have no ni… Read More
2021-07-22 10:00
A favorite pair of denim shorts!Okay, I said it! I am over 50 years old, and I might as well be proud of it because that fact will not change. There is no going back; no do-over;… Read More
2021-07-20 10:00
We have all seen Laurel, Mississippi as documented through the hit HGTV show, Hometown. In Hometown, locals Erin and Ben Napier help a local or someone moving to town find a home and… Read More
2021-07-14 01:03
My three favorite pairs of gloves.This post is not about my idea that we need to bring back gloves for daily wear. Seriously, they would protect us from germs, keep our hands from gett… Read More
2021-07-09 02:28
I love this bag. I wear lots of black all year round, so this raffia and black leather bag is a perfect summer bag!Summer brings on so many wonderful things…fresh strawberries, juicy… Read More
2021-07-02 21:12
This is the rack of mending and alterations that I need to do of my husband and my clothes and household textiles.As I have mentioned before, I tend to have an overabundance of projects on m… Read More
2021-06-24 10:00
Happy Summer! I am more excited than ever to get out and about, as I imagine most of the world is as well. Getting a Dairy Queen ice cream cone on a Saturday night is probably going to be m… Read More
2021-06-18 21:51
I always like to share any recent finds that I wish I had known about sooner. My absolute favorite has been reusable cotton pads that are used for removing eye and/or facial makeup.&n&helli…Read More
2021-05-31 10:00
Image by Jackie Williamson from Pixabay.Memorial Day is a wonderful day to gather in the sunshine (a girl can hope, can’t she) with family, friends, flies, and ants. Throw in a h… Read More
2021-05-27 10:00
Covid has changed many things in our lives. Some good and some not so good. If we are to focus on the positives, staying at home has helped us take more interest in our homes and… Read More
2021-05-24 10:00
Image by Gillian Callison from Pixabay.What a glorious time of year! Spring and summer are filled with new beginnings, like high school and college graduation. And flowers are bl… Read More
2021-05-11 15:21
You may recall my favorite scented liquid hand soap from four years ago…Dial Garden Blooms (read about it here). Of course, it was soon no longer to be found. I still loo… Read More
2021-05-03 10:00
A pale green glass charger plate accents the green leaves in this plate. The dinner plate is Maytime by Warwick.I love a pretty table setting, but I also enjoy a useful table setting… Read More
2021-04-22 10:00
Aunt E’s tree is bedecked with pink ribbon to keep the woodpecker away.April is Earth Month, and today is Earth Day! I think we all recognize the need to protect and take good c… Read More
2021-04-12 10:00
My collection of vintage patterns is waiting for the perfect fabrics!I love vintage sewing patterns! They offer so much style and design that I just can’t help myself! Firs… Read More
2021-03-30 10:00
Cows enjoying breakfast as the sun rises.I have always been a night person. In the past, inspiration usually hit me late in the day, and I could work all night to complete a task… Read More
2021-03-24 12:37
My romaine receiving a dusting of snow.I am so excited about gardening this year. It is one more excuse to be outside. Sunlight is good for our health and good for our souls!
Ti… Read More
2021-03-15 10:00
Happy March! 2021 is one-sixth over already…can you believe it?
Each year, I set a few goals for myself. One goal this year was to start posting videos for my YouTube Cha… Read More
2021-03-12 03:50
There are so many holes in this shirt that they seem to want to run together.A few weeks ago I posted about the tiny holes I get in my t-shirts from the button of my pants and the countertop… Read More
2021-03-04 11:00
The old shade, which served me well. I loved the fabric, but it was faded.Well, with my kitchen update a couple of years ago, I needed a window treatment update. I had planned to remove the… Read More
2021-02-24 01:07
My shower. A source of relaxation…unless marred by mold, mildew, and soap scum!This is not a sexy subject, but it is an important subject! If you have ever tried to bring a show… Read More
2021-02-18 21:14
I have been really pleased with some recent (and one not so recent) purchases. I just wanted to share!
Terramar Thermasilk Top from Amazon.comA few years back I purchased Terramar Ther… Read More
2021-02-08 11:00
A perfectly good t-shirt…or so it seems!Fleabite is a term used for ting little nips, chips, and other small imperfections. The fleabites I experience the most are tiny holes in my t… Read More
2021-01-29 13:59
LIFVER Drink Coasters 6 Pieces Ceramic, Absorbent Coasters for Drinks from Amazon.com
Not rollercoasters; drink coasters! You know…the thing you put under your glass or coffee c… Read More
2021-01-21 11:00
Meet Mary, my sourdough starter.Many years ago, I had a sourdough starter, but it did not last long. I purchased a packet of dry starter when my nephew and I were vacationing in Alaska… Read More
2021-01-14 18:00
I used to see Christmas lights. Now I see fire hazard. Image by Michelle Maria from Pixabay.I usually get white Christmas lights installed on the outline of my roof each year. It looks… Read More
2021-01-06 14:14
The original drawer of makeup.Please tell me it is not just me! I have more makeup and skincare products than any one person could use in a lifetime. I tend to buy something that… Read More
2020-12-29 23:00
A collection of liquors and liqueurs. Image by Michelle Bryant from Pixabay.Spelling is not the only difference between liquor and liqueur, nor is one just a fancier term for the other. &nbs&hell…Read More
2020-12-23 11:00
All of this wrapping seems to be recyclable. Image by Yvette Fang from Pixabay.Ten or fifteen years ago (maybe more), gift bags came on the scene. Although they are a great help for th… Read More
2020-12-21 11:00
A few treats add to the Christmas festivities!My mother, who was not an all year long candy maker, did make candy at Christmastime. I remember going with her to purchase the special in… Read More
2020-12-17 11:00
Image by Photo Mix from Pixabay.There is still time to make some amazing handmade gifts for your friends and loved ones. Here is my short list of useful items that you can easily make… Read More
2020-12-14 11:00
Image by Andreas Glöckner from Pixabay.One of my favorite family Christmas traditions is to see a Christmas play, ballet or musical. Historically, we used to see the Nutcracker at the M… Read More
2020-12-09 11:00
My amaryllis bulb in bloom.Winter does not have to be a time of desolateness. Forced bulbs brought indoors are a bright spot in a bleak winter home, just as winter blooming bulbs (well… Read More
2020-12-07 11:00
My collection of Christmas movies ready for viewing.I think I could watch Christmas movies all year round! I have even started to appreciate the formulaic Christmas movies on the Hallm… Read More
2020-12-04 11:00
Trees tops full of mistletoe.When we think mistletoe, we probably think of kissing under the mistletoe which is a tradition that began in England. It was thought that kissing your swee… Read More
2020-12-02 11:00
The perfect pairing…gingerbread and royal icing.Who knew gingerbread cookies would be so easy to make, but they are. They are even easier to eat, which is a problem in my househ… Read More
2020-11-23 11:00
ID 147554925 © Chernetskaya | Dreamstime.comIt is the time of year when we roast a turkey one day and then deal with leftovers for several more days. The good news is that there are so… Read More
2020-11-20 11:00
The Gathering of Friends, Volume 1, is a cookbook that I will keep for many years to come.I have been cooking a lot lately. Maybe it is due to being home to avoid COVID, or maybe it is… Read More
2020-11-16 11:00
Isn’t this lovely? Sadly, it is not my garden!During my brief hiatus from blogging, I took the time to research, reflect, and renew. One of the random things I learned, was that… Read More
2020-11-13 11:00
Photo of a harvest moon. Image David Mark from Pixabay.Many years ago when I worked at Bowling Green State University, we held a Harvest Moon Ball. Having one of the few hardwood dance… Read More
2020-11-11 11:00
This post is dedicated to the memory of my father-in-law, Roy L. Mitchell (9-5-31 to 10-10-20). He served in the U.S. Army, Field Artillery Corp, Korean War from 1952-1954.
Roy Mitchel… Read More
2020-11-09 11:00
Fall brings some amazing skies.I love the fall! It is my favorite season. But, of course, each season is my favorite season until the next one comes along.
The soft glow of lamplight… Read More
2020-11-06 11:00
Archie enjoying a ride in the countryside.Now that I am around the house more, Archie and I have more time to hang out. I am better at understanding what he is trying to tell me, altho… Read More
2020-07-20 10:00
My craft room is not quite this bad!Most days I am drowning in projects. Some of my projects sit around so long that they are no longer necessary projects, like slipcovering a couch. … Read More
2020-07-03 10:00
We here at At Home wish you the happiest and safest of Independence Days! May your sparklers be bright and your celebrations be a delight.
I hope we all say a special prayer of thanks… Read More
2020-07-01 10:00
On my quest to do all things that tourists should do while in Dallas, a friend and I made a trip to the Sixth Floor Museum of the Book Depository. This is where Lee Harvey Oswald was… Read More
2020-06-29 10:00
Me, back in the day.No matter how old we are (or are not), we all like treats. These days treats might be something good to eat or something I have been wanting to purchase that I fina… Read More
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