Many thanks to all of you who have left comments, emails and sent cards. Your heartfelt thoughts and prayers truly have lifted our family up during this difficult time. My mother’s garden. My mother’s garden I thought I would share a few images of my mother’s beautiful garden. My mother was “green” long before it was in style. When they tore down some old buildings in my hometown during the late ’70s and 80’s my mother loaded up the pickup truck with ancient brick destined for the ... View the Post
My heart is broken
It is 7 am and I have just learned that my mother has died. My heart is broken. My heart is broken I am in a state of utter disbelief. You see my sweet granny is currently in the hospital, and Mr. Decor’s mother is very, very ill… but my mom was ok. I just talked to her a few days ago… This was not the call I was expecting. My dear sweet friends your prayers are greatly needed as I travel to California. Laura A Tribute To My Mother My Mothers Garden ... View the Post
All Things Irish Thatched Roof Cottages
I am so very happy you are enjoying the "All Things Irish" series. Todays post is All Things Irish Thatched Roof Cottages. Thatching is a process of covering a roof with dried vegetation such as heather and straw. It is perhaps the oldest form of roofing material. All Things Irish Thatched Roof Cottages Thatching in Ireland has gone on for over 9,000 years. Originally it was used by those with less financial means. Thatching today is quite expensive due to its labor intensity and that ... View the Post
A Springtime Flower Garden
I know that many of you are just beginning to look through your seed catalogs and still dreaming of spring. In Phoenix, the season begins in March. I did a bit of planting recently and thought I would share a little of what I have learned over the years. A Springtime Flower Garden. A Springtime Flower Garden Remember to bloom where you are planted. Even if it is in the desert. Laura ... View the Post
Painting Bathroom Cabinets
I have wanted to update our front bathroom cabinets since we moved in five years ago. Painting Bathroom Cabinets. Painting Bathroom Cabinets My cabinets were originally a shiny oak. Lightly sanding the shine off is a must. Next came one coat of primer. Followed by two coats of white latex paint. A bit of distressing, a wash of glaze, new knobs and hardware completed the task. Are you considering painting your cabinets? Laura ... View the Post
Luggage Holder
Do you like my luggage holder? My suitcase is currently resting on it while I pack for my upcoming New Orleans trip. Luggage Holder I fished it out of a neighbors trash heap. It used to look like this: A bit of sanding, heirloom white paint and jute webbing transformed it. I adore jute webbing. (Also known as burlap webbing.) It’s humble beginnings associate it with upholstery shops. I recently bought a huge roll of it. Burlap Webbing Projects I’ve been collecting images on ... View the Post
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