For me the HEART of hospitality is to simply welcome people into our life in a casual & cozy way. We love to have friends over and we love to make people feel at home. If someone helps themselves to a cup of water and gets right in there in the kitchen with me I…
Dear Christmas, You are right around the corner. While we love you and are counting down the days until you arrive, we always seem to get caught up in the hustle & bustle. Sometimes we lose sight of your true meaning come December. Perhaps I can work hard to plan now so that our focus…
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes,…
I assume that many different kinds of people will be going out on dates this Valentine’s Day- even if that’s not a regular option/priority. Making a “Date Night” a regular event has been difficult for us as a married couple for several reasons (budget, time, babysitters and, well, you get the point). However, when it comes…
drinking my favorite thing while dreaming of my favorite place fresh change above the stove {i love grace for grace} bubba needs a haircut slightly under-the-weather girl {hanging with mommy} hearts galore {it has taken years to collect these heart-shaped treasures} vintage chinese checkers {rummage sale find} flowers from amazing friends reflections {hanging with some…