I used to share a lot more sources on dressing boys but I’m certain nobody wants to read about where they find their perma-athleisurewear. On the occasion that we dress up, my go-tos are Lands End and Vineyard Vines. Well, between family photos last month, the coming holiday season and 7th grade cotillion in January,… Read More
When I shared a snippet of From the Mixed Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler in my to-read stack, I was overwhelmed with messages and comments saying “that was my favorite childhood book”! A week or so later, and before I had even started it, I volunteered to help Whit’s teacher organize the library in… Read More
It’s out with the ghost and in with the turkey! This burlap turkey was a gift from bestie S a few years ago. Along with a Coton Colors attachment for my Happy Everything plate, this is the sum of my Thanksgiving decor. I will drag out all of the Christmas bins in another week or… Read More
When I sailed as a guest of Disney Vacation Club on the DVC Member Cruise, we utilized the Walt Disney Suite as a headquarters of sorts. It is a beautifully appointed, art deco style accommodation on the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy and the pinnacle of luxury. There is a second mirror-image Royal Suite next… Read More
The Magnolia Table Chicken & Dumplings was another big hit around here! It is one of the ultimate comfort foods, in my opinion. I’ve made numerous variations of this dish over the years and this one was our favorite. Now, here is what Jo’s looks like… … and here’s mine. Barf. It looks awful but it tastes… Read More
Happy November!! I had two people ask me this week about storing holiday decor. I don’t have a photo of that, but I did dig up how I store all of my door hangers on hangers on a rod in my attic. I added this puzzle to our collection this Halloween when I fell in… Read More
Whit saved up a little donation and couldn’t wait to spend another afternoon reading to the cats at a local no-kill shelter. They allow a few kids in at a time and create a library environment where they read in a soft voice while the cats roam around. They always seem to flock near the… Read More