Today I’m sharing the kitchen, which is always one of my favorite rooms to decorate for the seasons. Since my Blue Willow china is displayed year-round, patriotic decorating comes together pretty naturally. A few pops of red, a handful of American flags and some fresh flowers are often all it takes to make the space… Read More
If I had to choose just one hotel at Disneyland Resort, this would be it. The Disneyland Hotel has been my home away from home on five different Disneyland vacations, and I still get excited every time I walk through the lobby. There is something special about staying at the original Disney resort hotel. While… Read More
To “Honey”, thank you for being our easy going, hard working, care giving, golf playing, algebra and physics teaching rock. It was a joy to spend the weekend in Savannah with you. The righteous man walks in his integrity; His children are blessed after him. Proverbs 20:7 To “Daddy-O”, thank you for nearly five decades… Read More
I’m back with another stop on this year’s patriotic home tour as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday. The star of the room is undoubtedly our Fort McHenry flag. Since we’re not using the fireplace this time of year, I love draping it across the mantel where it softens what would otherwise be a big black… Read More
For our third college tour stop, we headed to a place that already holds a very special place in our family’s heart: Auburn University. Rather than making it a quick day trip, we decided to turn it into a little overnight getaway. And honestly, I was thrilled because I never need much of an excuse… Read More
Earlier this year, I shared the giant homemade cookie cake I made for New Year’s Eve. It was such a hit that I’ve now made it several more times, including for Whit’s golf banquet where it once again disappeared in record time. At this point, I think it is safe to say this recipe has… Read More
I absolutely love adding patriotic touches throughout the main areas of our home and soaking them in all summer long. The foyer is always one of the first spaces I decorate because it sets the tone the moment you walk through the front door. This year, the simplest additions brought festive charm. I tied red,… Read More