Life
Southern Graces- Last Respects
Southern traditions include last respects for those who have passed and care for the family and friends left behind. How can you do that?
A Time to Rest and Reset
We are in the second month of a new year and time for a bit of reflection, rest and reset here. A few months ago was an unraveling of sorts. An after surgery release from my surgeon and finishing physical…
Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville 2026
Oh, my goodness, friends! We just returned from this year’s Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville…and it did NOT disappoint. This year’s theme was American Elegance…a blue and white theme for the show that was stunning. This show is one…
Beginning the Year with a Clean Slate
As the holidays settle, decorations put away, items back to their usual spots, and normalcy returns…it gives me time to look at my home as a clean slate. Time to reset function, cleanliness, and flow to help reset attitudes and…
Christmas Morning Nibble Board
I don’t know about you, but Christmas morning always brings lots of guests for brunch. This year in an effort to prepare items the day before….a Christmas Morning Nibble Board recipe emerged…or at least a plan. There’s always potato casserole,…
Christmas Cider
During the holidays we love warm beverages to have on hand. Often made and added to containers in the fridge to rewarm. This Christmas cider is one of those recipes that we make, chill and have ready to warm when…
Thanksgiving Dinner Planning Tips
Today, as I began to plan for next week’s Thanksgiving dinner…I thought…why not take you guys on the journey of planning with me. So here we go. Let’s begin. Thanksgiving Dinner Planning Tips In all reality, I begin this process…
A Mystery Birthday Party
Last year was a monumental birthday. One of those decades you are certainly in shock when it arrives. How could that number now appear on my cake? Months prior to this became the idea of a mystery luncheon birthday party…
Hip Replacement Tips…Anyone?
I realize that if you have found me here…you may expect a new recipe, DIY, or gardening tip…but, today? You know I never knew I would need to share the “hip replacement tips” topic. But, sure enough, when walking became…
Back To School Pencil Cookies
Beginning the school year is difficult for everyone. The financial and emotional burden for parents for school supplies, clothing and getting kids ready to start school on the right foot is daunting. Kids have their own set of getting ready.…
