This year our big project is window replacement. And oh, boy, it is more expensive than last year’s roof! But, it only took two days so a lot less stress. We used Window World and so far, so good! And window world aptly describes the conditions we’ve lived in this week. The sales person was […]
I love Meatless Mondays, but it can be a challenge finding meals that have no meat and are low in fat and low in starch. Without meat, it’s hard to be satisfied without fat and starch. This week I tried two harvest inspired meatless dishes that are quite yummy. Low in fat and low in […]
Do you still celebrate Halloween or is that just kids’ stuff? It is really my favorite holiday because it involves fun food and drink, lots of creativity and no gifts necessary. Last year we had a fantastic costume party. This year, ummmm, no. Just like everyone else. But there are certain traditions that are easy […]
I feel like I’ve been bragging a bit about being so thrifty with my fall decorating budget. I’ve used my old décor and I’ve shopped the house, virtually spending no money. Well, I didn’t want to be too pompous or righteous, so I sprung for a couple of small purchases. Okay, that’s not really why […]
On my last post, I shared my minimal and FREE fall kitchen decor update. The great room is the other recipient of a seasonal update. As much as I really want new stuff, I’m restraining myself and here are my budget fall updates. The great room is my she-shed. I hang out there and read […]
I am easing into fall around here. Our temps are still reaching into the 100s during the days, but the days are shorter and it just feels like fall. So I’m starting to add a few things here and there in my home to mark the season. I am NOT shopping for any new autumn […]
It seems like not a week can go by that we (mainly meaning John) are doing another project. I mentioned that I needed a little more color in my home office and John said he could paint it himself. The reason that seems doable is that we have 12 foot ceilings and transom windows throughout […]
I’ve mentioned before that our projects are not very well pre-planned or pre-budgeted. And when we need something, we think we need it the minute we think of it. And so it is that we updated some of our window coverings. Several years ago DF Dona ordered (and installed!) woven wood blinds throughout our home […]
My front porch is such a challenge in the summer. It faces southwest and gets to around 1000 degrees, so having anything delicate or alive is out of the question. However, in the winter, it’s the most delightful outdoor space we have. I sit there in the afternoon sun and warm my bones. I don’t […]
You may have noticed that our projects are rarely planned out in advance or budgeted. They are more spur-of-the-moment one-of-us- didn’t-sleep-the-night-before and had a brilliant idea. In addition to our guest bathroom tub surround remodel and our home office re-do, we recently decided to purchase a hot tub. Just an idea out of the blue. […]