Like March, spring is changeable. One day we’re in rubber boots and rain gear, the next we’re shoveling the last of winter from our sidewalks. Bluebells pop up, but there’s still a chance to make faint snow angels in the yard.
Happily, though, it’s a time to feel hope and anticipation. We
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Happy New Year!
As winter settles in for a good long visit, our spirits crave warmth, comfort and rich scents.
As we patiently wait for our planted bulbs to bloom, we turn our focus indoors, brightening rooms with vases filled with evergreen branches, rich toned roses and pinecones. Although t
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‘Tis the season to be… stressed! Why do we allow the holidays to become a time of frantic shopping, pressure and overblown expectations?
We try to do it all: visit every friend and family member, turn out homemade pies and cookies (even if we haven’t baked since last Christmas), and decorat
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Even though we weren’t affected by the early snowstorms last weekend, just seeing the pictures makes me realize that…it’s coming. Closing my eyes and thinking sunny thoughts isn’t working, so it’s time to embrace change and think cozy.
Happily, once we accept that Mother Nature always w
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I’m proud to say, I am one of those people who thinks Halloween isn’t just for kids! I love dressing up, I love ghoulish creations, and I love candy. What better excuse to indulge than on a special day dedicated to spooky fun?
Of course, the classic witch ensemble is fast and easy. But th
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