Real Home, Real Family, Real Life
From the monthly archives:
We’re settling into our school-year routine here this week. We started back on Monday and this mama is having a slightly hard time making the adjustment from summer to school-time schedules. But over the weekend, we enjoyed our annual end-of-summer tradition…The county fair! I considered myself a city-girl growing up, but that all changed when [...]
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We added two new birthday traditions to our home a couple of weeks ago. I love having fun little traditions that the kids remember. Last week, I shared the birthday balloon wreath and this week, I’ll give you a peek at our new birthday banner. It really was super easy to whip up and even [...]
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This Instagallery at my home sweet home is enough to make me finally want to give in and get an iPhone. I thoroughly adore the colors and patterns in this family room at I like it, I love it. You’ve got to click over and see the whole thing. The artwork on the mantle is [...]
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I’m finally getting around to announcing the winner of the Black & Decker Steam Mop giveaway! The winner is Julie from No Money Mama! Congratulations Julie and many thanks to Black and Decker for sponsoring this giveaway!
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I spotted this on Pinterest a few weeks ago and tracked down the original source for the artwork. You can download the free printable version over at Sweet Blessings. I’m thinking that I need to wallpaper my kitchen with it. My weak little heart must be constantly reminded that I don’t need to compare myself [...]
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Hello, my friends! Yes, I am still alive. Somehow, the last couple of weeks have slipped through my fingers. I’ve been savoring the last few drops of summer and our time has been filled with bubble blowing, birthday celebrations, camping and the stuff of real life. All wonderful, if a bit overwhelming at times. Can [...]
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For years, I have envied all of you who have easy access to your beloved Hobby Lobby. I’ve watched longingly as you’ve browsed her aisles of picture frames, mirrors and artwork. I’ve drooled a bit seeing you snap up her throw pillows, serving trays and Christmas ornaments. And don’t even get me started on the [...]
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We’re squeezing the last drops out of summer here. I get misty just thinking about school starting in 2 weeks. The kids have been asking to cross “Make Homemade Bubbles” off of our summer list for weeks and we finally had a free evening to do it. There are numerous recipes for homemade bubbles out [...]
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Two weeks ago, our family took our annual trip to one of our favorite vacation spots, Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. It’s a trip we take ever summer with family and there’s nothing we love more than sharing a fabulous beach house with awesome people. The kids think it’s a little slice of heaven with aunts, uncles, [...]
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Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 2 Corinthians 3:17
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This giveaway is now closed. Winner announced here. I’m so excited to share this steaming-hot giveaway with you today! I’ve told you before how cleaning the hard floor surfaces in my house is my most dreaded chore. I’d honestly rather clean the toilets than clean the floors. I’ve tried just about everything you can think [...]
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We’re all about transparency here at ASPTL. So when a project fails, I’m gonna tell you. My easy cork wall stayed securely attached to the wall for 2 whole weeks. I used double-sided foam tape and it seemed to be holding just fine. Then we went on vacation for a week and came home to [...]
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