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Happy Friday! As Steven Tyler says, “my get up a

Happy Friday! As Steven Tyler says, “my get up and go musta got up and went.” Somehow even though this week has felt so long, my to do list has gotten longer, not shorter.
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In stories today, I’m sharing my process of trial and error for decorating in my kitchen. I don’t like a lot on my counters, and I prefer most items to be functional (but not appliances.) I tried to stretch myself and put a little more out there, but I ended up editing and removing some items all together.
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Since everyone (well not me (yet?)) is organizing

Since everyone (well not me (yet?)) is organizing these days, I thought I’d throw it back to the time I organized my pantry. It still looks like this...mostly. My spices are a mess at the moment (on the list) and the kids seem to hoard empty boxes in their baskets like they are irreplaceable treasures. But other than that and endless crumbs, it’s being pretty well maintained.
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>>I have a blog post all about this pantry, including product sources that I’ll link in stories today.
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I have been waiting to start some organizing proje

I have been waiting to start some organizing projects until all 3 kids were back in school. Well, today’s that day and guess what...I am going to procrastinate again...with good reason (or rationalization). 1. I have other more pressing work obligations I need to finish. 2. My husband’s office/music room will be finished soon and a lot of stuff will be leaving from where it’s crammed into closets and cabinets, freeing up some space. So you see, I NEED to wait.
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A wintry arrangement for this cold January day.
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Looking out my window yesterday, I was reminded th

Looking out my window yesterday, I was reminded that the best things in life can’t be bought! I was wishing hard for a blanket of snow this year, and boy did we get it. It snowed all day long even though the temperature was slightly above freezing most of the time. Being a lifelong Texan, I get giddy over those little icy flakes. I grew up in Houston and I only remember seeing snow once while living there. Now that we live in the northern part of Texas, we get to see it more but it’s definitely not an every year occurrence, and even more rarely enough to cover and stick.
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PSA: Don’t drink coffee in bed while suffering w

PSA: Don’t drink coffee in bed while suffering with allergies.
My allergies keeping me up all night is the reason why I need the coffee today. But it’s hard to drink with a stuffy nose, and now I have sneezed with my cup in hand and coffee has splashed everywhere.

And since I can’t leave you with all this negativity, I’ll say, it was time to clean the bedding anyway. And my allergies are starting to feel a little better. And soon my bed will look like this again today. I hope you look for the good stuff out there today!
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The other day I mentioned that 8 of my top nine fo

The other day I mentioned that 8 of my top nine for 2020 were views of the front of my house. THIS was the other one! Our guest bath.
>>All sources including paint colors and flooring are in a video Highlight called Guest Bath.
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When we were building, some people were critical of our extensive use of white. But I love it and knew my plan for strategically adding pops of color. I think the white actually gives the color more power and presence. What do you think?
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Our laziness manifesto has sadly been declared nul

Our laziness manifesto has sadly been declared null an void. School is starting and work is piling up. It was fun while it lasted. So many amazing memories and laughs happened right here around this island.
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My island got a Christmas surprise: new barstools! I’ll share sources in stories.
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Some of us have been relaxing so hard. My husband,

Some of us have been relaxing so hard. My husband, however, has been using his vacation days to work on his home office/music room we are finishing above the garage. He has it painted, and added a rustic feature wall. We need lighting and plumbing fixtures, and trim. I can’t wait to share this space with you soon! Did you work on any projects over the break?
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I didn’t do a top nine post because it would hav

I didn’t do a top nine post because it would have been pretty repetitive. 8 of my top 9 posts from 2020 are of the front elevation of our house. So, I’m sharing this one as a representative.
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Focusing on the positive, 2020 brought us so many changes and chances for growth. Speaking of growth, both of my 2 boys grew taller than me in height in 2020! We put shutters on the house, planted our front flower bed, planted and killed small 10 trees, added tons of soil and mulch and replanted 5 more trees, built office shelves, refinished a few pieces of furniture, built a screened porch, and have almost completed my husband’s office/music room over our garage. We homeschooled while working from home, and found a greater appreciation for face to face time with those we care about. I know there’s a lot I’m leaving out, and and I mentioned, I’m focusing on the positives, but I think 2020 will be a year we overcame so much.
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We can do all things through Christ who strengthens us. Philippians 4:13.
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Floor plan available on my website, link in bio.
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I hope you all had a wonderful holiday. Our holida

I hope you all had a wonderful holiday. Our holiday chill out game is strong over here. Lots of pajamas, cozy blankets, and grazing. I’m in the process of taking down all the Christmas decorations..and it IS a process, but the office is still hanging onto it’s subtle holiday look a little longer.
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Merry Christmas from our family to yours!.I wanted

Merry Christmas from our family to yours!.I wanted to take this moment to tell you how grateful I am for each of you. I appreciate all your kind words, support, and questions. You inspire me to keep sharing, and doing new projects. .⁣
To you and yours, I hope this season brings you peace, joy and love! Merry Christmas..⁣
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I am really loving having some Christmas touches i

I am really loving having some Christmas touches in our bedroom. It’s an extra reminder to enjoy this time and for the reason for the season.
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Did you catch my video home tour post yesterday? I’m getting lots of questions and I’ll try to answer them in DMs today. I’m getting lots of questions about the floor plan, so I wanted to let you know here my floor plan is for sale on my website, which is linked in my bio.
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It’s that last Saturday before Christmas when I

It’s that last Saturday before Christmas when I try to remember what I already wrapped to make sure I have everyone covered.
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Be sure to go my stories today to enter for $200!
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I couldn’t resist giving our mudroom a bit of Ch

I couldn’t resist giving our mudroom a bit of Christmas cheer. I have made a blog post photo tour on my blog and it includes links to sources. (Unfortunately these Pottery Barn stockings are no longer available, but you might find them on eBay).
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Is gift wrapping your thing? I love having pretty

Is gift wrapping your thing? I love having pretty packages under the tree. This year, I matched our wrapping paper to our plaid pillows. I like to keep it simple, but it’s fun to tuck in a small piece of greenery to give it an extra touch.
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I’m joining some amazing ladies today to bring you gift wrapping inspiration and a chance to win $200 PayPal cash! I’ll be sharing them and their gift wrap inspiration and giveaway details in my stories this evening...you won’t want to miss it!

The wind was howling all night so I expected some

The wind was howling all night so I expected some of our wreath bows to be down the street this morning, but they survived.
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I finally found a tape dispenser in this house so now I can wrap gifts! (Okay, my husband found it.) It wasn’t the one I had a few days ago, but it’ll do. Do tape and scissors disappear in your house? If you saw my stories over the weekend, you know my theory: That first the kids take them and don’t put them back so I have to search all over. Then, to prevent that, I put them in a secret spot that only I know about...and then I forget where I put them.
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In case you are wondering about the winner of our

In case you are wondering about the winner of our ugly Christmas sweater cookie contest, I put the winning cookie in my story. Thank you to all of you who voted! We have so much fun laughing at our lack of cookie decorating talent! Here’s a weird fact about our Christmas cookies: we don’t eat them! They are purely for fun! What is your favorite holiday treat to eat?
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I love the Christmas toffee with the crackers...And my mom’s homemade caramel corn...and well, I pretty much love it all! 😂
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And completely unrelated to sweets, here’s our mantel this year.

Sometimes in life and in decorating we cannot see

Sometimes in life and in decorating we cannot see through all the stuff. When that happens I have to pare down to focus on what’s important. I have a low tolerance for clutter in both areas and feel the need to simplify often. This centerpiece is so simple and looks great. You can watch it come together in my stories and get links to sources.
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My daughter’s room got a little Christmas pop of

My daughter’s room got a little Christmas pop of red over the weekend. My mom made the red and white quilt. These pillow covers that I bought for Fourth of July are perfect for my polka-dot-loving girl! It’s fun to mix it up for Christmas.
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Happy Monday! As promised, today in stories I’m

Happy Monday! As promised, today in stories I’m sharing our family cookie tradition with you. We do cookies a bit differently and it’s become a bit of a competitive sport. Here’s a peek, but be sure to check out my stories today for the whole shebang and a good laugh maybe.
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