Today I am Celebrating the Bicentenary of Jane Austen. Tuesday, July 18, 2017, marks the bicentennial passing of one of the world's most beloved authors, Jane Austen. Celebrations honoring Miss Austen are being held the world over. Celebrating the Bicentenary of Jane Austen Jane Austen 12/16/1775 ~ 7/18/17 Both drawings of Jane by Cassandra Austen, the author’s sister. In England, where Miss Austen was born and lived her entire life, there is an official website dedicated to the ... View the Post
Summer Snapshot Slipcovered Antique French Chairs
Summer Snapshot Slipcovered Antique French Chairs. Oh, there is nothing that gives a cool and easy summertime vibe more than slipcovered furniture. I recently had my antique French chairs covered in antique French métis. The chairs were found a few years ago at Round Top. They sported their original dark wood finish and 100+-year-old dusty and dirty needlepoint upholstery. After I removed 10 million staples the chairs were given a makeover with paint and upholstery. While I still ... View the Post
Summer Snapshot, Our New Flooring
I had wanted to do a big, splashy reveal post for our new flooring. But summer has arrived and it is in full swing. If I waited until everything was cleaned and decorated and the house was empty of teenage boys… well, it would be a good month or two maybe never for that post to be possible. So here is a summer snapshot, our new flooring. So a good summer snapshot of the renovated spaces will have to suffice. Let’s get the product details out of the way first. After months of indecision, we ... View the Post
The Ultimate DIY Part II
Perhaps a more apt title than The Ultimate DIY Part II should be “It Took Me 31 Years To Finally Graduate and I Want To Inspire You So That You Don’t Give Up On Your Own Dream”. But that is a bit wordy. (smile) This past Tuesday I took a two-hour college final worth 200 points. Despite my previous A + work in the upper-level class, the instructor had made passing the final criteria for passing the class. So if I didn’t pass the final I would not pass the class. Which meant I would not ... View the Post
How To Stay Safe This Summer
Today I will have the tough parental job of escorting my son to the funeral Mass of a fellow Boy Scout. It's an experience that led me to write How To Stay Safe This Summer. I write this post to honor the memory of Boy Scout John “Reid” Comita. Reid was an amazing 15-year-old upcoming sophomore and honor student. He was actively involved in his school men’s chorus and the Scouting program. Just last month Reid, along with my son, completed their Order of the Arrow challenge and became ... View the Post
Great Ideas For Dear Old Dad
The Sunday is Father’s Day. Here is a bit of inspiration so you can celebrate the man in style. Great Ideas For Dear Old Dad. Great Ideas For Dear Old Dad My husband, “The Best Dad Ever”, loves a good tablescape. How about creating one with your favorite dad's interest or hobby in mind? Food Of course, dads generally love a good meal featuring their favorite foods. Like maple and bacon cupcakes. Gift Ideas Need some cute and clever gift ideas? So many of you ... View the Post
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