Quotes of Thanksgiving & Noticing Autumn’s Wisdom
I live in a place where autumn flashes by quickly. I guess it explains why folks here revere it and why we feel compelled to…
Mister Rogers Wisdom Quotes + 20 Pretty Holiday Things Around $20
‘Cause we need a little Christmas right this very minute. Or not. I mean. I’m all for candles in the windows, for hearts flowering with…
When You Love to Shop Small for Your Home!
Links to big business are frequent here even though I myself am a one woman show of a small business. So here’s a reminder to…
Need a Greyed White Neutral Paint Color to Try?
We recently moved into a home with a variety of greyed-whites, and I have plenty of experience to guide you on this topic! There’s good…
Thoughts on Going Beyond Ourselves In Spite of Ourselves
I have been under the weather for weeks as I recover from a GI thing (SIBO-C has yet to resolve) and ongoing autoimmune issues (I…
AN AMERICAN IN PROVENCE: Jamie Beck Invites Us to Awaken …
An American in Provence (Simon Element, 2022) by Jamie Beck engages all of the senses with its captivating commentary, authentic South of France lifestyle, and…
Serene White Decor, Modern French & European Country Interiors
It’s almost October which means snowy weather is probably mere days away! BOO! I’m sharing visual treats, not tricks (and no sources for faux cobwebs…
Modern French Interior Design Elements: Luxurious New Queen Creek Home
A few years back, we peeked inside a home for sale in Queen Creek, AZ (an area where we may retire) designed with nods to…
Romantic Modern French Lighting, Interiors & Paint Colors
A couple of years ago, this spec home in Texas with interior design by Brittany Jones captured my imagination. I tucked this inspiring project away…
Peeks at Reno Progress & French Country Baskets
I’ll share a few peeks at our progress in the kitchen and the entry and chat about life lately. Then we’ll look at the wide…
Progress at Hello Lovely’s Renovation!
Why in the world is it taking so long to share pics and details of all the DIY happening here? I guess full-time jobs, doing…
What’s It Like Living With a Mostly White Color …
I didn’t always live with a predominantly white color palette at home. In our first home (condo in a Chicago highrise), I was crazy for…
