For the past few months my life has been run at a constant, frantic pace. Each day I struggled to make my way through lengthy to-do lists. I was in desperate need of Peace and Quiet. There was so much to do before I left my family alone for two and a half weeks. Deep cleaning of the house needed to be done, bills paid, laundry finished, and of course, the pantry, refrigerator, and freezer required filling of wholesome foods and meals so I could rest easy that my family was well cared for during ... View the Post
Friday Field Trip Trouvé
Welcome to Friday Field Trip Trouvé. I recently went looking for some Annie Sloan chalk paint. A local store called Trouvé carried the line of paints and waxes. So I made the trip. Upon entering the store I found so much more and was ever so happy to have my camera on hand. My heart began to beat wildly when I spotted the French bottle drying rack. Friday Field Trip Trouvé The antique bread-boards were just gorgeous. The second one from the top was my favorite. On a bottom shelf in the ... View the Post
A Truly Romantic Home
A few eagle-eyed readers recently asked me about this house, A Truly Romantic Home. A Truly Romantic Home It is featured in the current issue of Romantic Homes magazine. They wondered if it was yours truly enjoying a beautiful May evening in France with Lorie and Rachel. I still get giddy that I can reply “Yes, it was.” Rachel is the blessed woman who owns this lovely home. She worked very, very hard to create such a blissful spot. What a wonderful Moroccan feast she created that ... View the Post
April in Paris Day 1
April in Paris Day 1. While it’s true that I arrived in the City of Light on the last day of the month, I still feel I can claim this joy. Ah, a moment to reflect~ followed by happy sighs. I had spent the day prior to my departure scrambling with last minute packing and of course, spent the night watching the Royal Wedding. I boarded my plane shortly after the balcony kiss. Sleep eluded me, as it often does on planes, trains, and automobiles. By the time I touched down in Paris, I had been awake ... View the Post
Marie Antoinette’s Hamlet
For all the grandeur that the Palace of Versailles has to offer there is something much more quaint and rustic, that appeals to my beauty-seeking soul. It is Marie Antoinette's Hamlet. The Norman-styled Hamlet, Hameau de la Reine, was designed by architect Richard Mique for Marie Antoinette between 1873 and 1787. It was a place for her to escape the daily rigors of court life. Marie Antoinette's Hamlet There are a total of eleven houses that surround the big lake. Five of ... View the Post
An Airbending Birthday Party
Like many mothers, I am at times overwhelmed with day to day family responsibilities. Currently, I am taking two college classes, have a design business, launching a second business and trying to build and maintain 2 blogs and 2 websites. But children still need birthday parties. I was hoping for an EASY button. Here is how I created An Airbending Birthday Party. An Airbending Birthday Party Case in point. For years Sweet Boy has been begging for a party at Peter Peppers. But when finally ... View the Post
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