Rwanda Path to Peace 10th Anniversary Celebration
An Artist’s Path to Peace I am an artist…in my soul, in my heart, and in every cell of my body. Not by will or by choice, I was born an artist. We are a blessed lot, as we know from an early age what...
View ArticleMonday Challenge – Rise Above Ourselves
I strive to be the best I can be in everything I do. Sometimes I succeed and other times not so much. The goodness is found within the effort. I challenge myself and you to rise above ourselves in...
View ArticleUnpredictable Turbulence and Gratitude
A page from my journal… The flight attendant announces that we should “expect unpredictable turbulence.” As we flew into the unknown, I could not help but reflect on this past year. The cornerstone of...
View Article40 Years Ago I Went Bowling
A page from my journal… It was the day of the Backyard Brawl in Morgantown, WV – WVU vs. Pitt. It was a BIG deal. In 1975, the Mountaineers were coached by Bobby Bowden and earned a bid to play North...
View ArticleThanksgiving Table Setting–The Grateful Table
I love Thanksgiving. I love the planning, the prep, the gathering, and the counting of blessings. I love it so much, I chose Thanksgiving Day for my wedding. So when Wayfair.com asked for Thanksgiving...
View ArticleKitchen Christmas Tree 2016
Decorating for Christmas Nowhere am I happier than in our little Angel Wood Cottage on Amelia Island. Nestled under moss-draped trees by a placid lake, it brings me such pleasure. Decorating her has...
View ArticleBEing vs. DOing – BE 2016
BEing vs. DOing Hello twenty 16! It is my year to BE!!! I have been DOing, DOing, DOing for many years. Running as hard as I can with few tangible results. BEing vs. DOing is the ongoing conundrum. Now...
View ArticleGet Your Cosy On – Warm Decor Picks
Cuddle up with some of my favorite warm, cosy furnishings this winter from Wayfair.com. As a Wayfair Homemaker, I am asked to make some top picks a few times a year. This is not a paid gig, but I love...
View ArticleQuick Valentine Craft How To – Recycled Quilt Hearts
I love this easy and quick Valentine craft. You can find the step-by-step tutorial below plus a blanket stitch how to. I love quilts…old quilts, new quilts, quilt tops, quilt pieces…all quilts. So...
View ArticleDIY Valentine Mantle Decorating Ideas
I have some cute and fun DIY Valentine Mantle Decorating Ideas to share. I love to create vignettes as do most DIYers. I am hosting a HEARTwarming Housewarming Party with a few creative Wayfair...
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