Each year I can a few more vegetables, make more jellies, and preserve more from my garden. There’s nothing quite as tasty during the cold months of winter as homemade jelly, salsa, or green beans from the garden. But before the first seed gets planted in the garden, I need to take an inventory of…
Are you looking for a weekend adventure here in the Bluegrass State? Think Kentucky local when you start planning your next adventure because you are in for some of the most amazing opportunties to make memories just a few miles from your hometown! Here is the ultimate list of Kentucky Vacation Ideas! If your favorite…
One of the most loved hymns of all time is Blessed Assurance: “This is my story. This is my song. Praising my Savior, all the day long.” I decided to add these phrases to an aluminum water tumbler just in time for a gift for someone special. You all know how much I love my…
Are you in a reading rut and need something new to read? I’ve been reading alot the last few years and have some great suggestions to help you find new books plus a few titles that are on my TBR (to be read) list! Wherever you are in life, books are a great option to…
I’ve been collecting old blue jeans for several years so I can create a denim quilt but that is a big project that takes a long time. Recently I decided to do a much smaller project with some of my denim scraps – a scrap denim potholder for my kitchen. I gathered several pieces of…
There may be snow, ice, sleet or rain coming down outside, but in my head, I’m already planning for warmer weather and possible spring break trips. Whether you are dreaming of white sandy beaches, time in the mountains, or a road trip through some new states now is the time to start planning. Here are…
I love the quote by Audrey Hepburn that says “To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow”. Every time I plant seeds, I think of the act of faith and hope that is required. It’s often impossible to imagine that something so tiny as a seed can produce massive amounts of beautiful flowers or…
Are you tired of buying huge bags of cotton balls or makeup remover pads that you use once and then toss in the trash? If you are ready to step up your game and create a bit less trash each day, then you might be ready to make your own homemade make-up remover pads. These…
January has been full of snow and lots of cold weather. I’ve spent some time in the greenhouse but have also tried intentionally growing things inside. Having flowers and plants growing in the winter is good for me in so many ways. I’m also reading more blog posts, books, and articles to help me learn…