This is the time of year, I love to bake homemade cookies! Especially chocolate chip! What about you? What's your favorite? I usually bake the tollhouse cookie recipe, but a couple of years ago I tried, The Cake Chica chocolate chip cookie recipe and it was the BEST cookie recipe I've ever baked. I think … Continue reading National Homemade Cookies Day
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Happy Fall Y’all
I know for some of us fall starts when school starts! But today, it's officially the first day of fall and this morning we received a hint of fall with cooler temperatures and low humidity. Welcome Fall! This weekend, I cut my last small flower arrangement from the garden, before pulling up all the dried … Continue reading Happy Fall Y’all
Queen E’s Garden
This summer I did not plant a vegetable garden and I only planted a few flowers seeds knowing that we would be away most of the summer. It was nice to still make some flowers arrangements with the seeds I planted. I might still be able to make a few more before the heat takes … Continue reading Queen E’s Garden
End of Summer Home Decor, Master Bedroom
TIME sure has gone by fast this summer! I hope your enjoying your summer of what's left of it! We are back to our fall schedule now and happy to begin a new season! Today's post I am sharing my end of summer master bedroom home decor, from my archives! Go Here for more End … Continue reading End of Summer Home Decor, Master Bedroom
Bathhouse Final Touches
This bathhouse DIY project was one of our longest to finish! So many details went into this project. From setting the building and raising it above flood stage, building the porch, installing the plumbing and all the construction to the inside of the building! So much more to list! I'm going to show you pictures … Continue reading Bathhouse Final Touches
Air Plants, Succulents & More
What's on your window sill? Lately! I've been enjoying the succulents on my window sill! Two months ago my daughter moved into the River Crest Guest house, while their home is being built. She brought with her these beautiful succulents, hens & chick plants for me to babysit. I knew right away where I would … Continue reading Air Plants, Succulents & More
Setting the Table
Hello and happy summer! I hope your enjoying your summer wherever you are! We just got back from our summer vacation! From Colorado! I am definitely missing the weather there, low humidity, cooler mornings and evenings. Here in Texas it's hot, but happy to say we're getting those late afternoon showers, which helps cool things … Continue reading Setting the Table
Red, White & Blue
Hello and happy summer! I meant to post our bathroom reveal this month, plans have changed. My youngest daughter and son-in-law have moved into the guest house and are occupying the outdoor bathhouse. Happy to say that they are moving back to the area and in the process of buying a home! So if all … Continue reading Red, White & Blue
Smell The Roses
I've been spring cleaning and freshening up around the house! What about you? Spring just makes me want to clear all the clutter and start fresh again! I hope your enjoying the season! We are planning a getaway! Yes! A getaway! Ha-ha! Our work schedule is coming to a close and we plan to take … Continue reading Smell The Roses
SUPRISE! April Flowers
It's a SURPRISE! Yes! A surprise birthday party! I can't believe it! I'm celebrating my 60TH, this year, this month!! My family did a good job hiding it from me, because I was TOTALLY NOT EXPECTING IT! Believe me! It isn't easy hiding things from me! Ha-ha! The day was filled with balloons, flowers, lots … Continue reading SUPRISE! April Flowers
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