This was the year I hosted my first Thanksgiving. The FIRST year of my married life that I was in charge of the turkey and all the traditional Thanksgiving dishes. I started two days in advance prepping most of the food and…

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How to Choose Stylish and Durable Outdoor Pillows Creating an inviting outdoor living space is one of my favorite ways to extend our home during the warmer months. Over the years, I've learned ...
How to Create a DIY Pottery Barn Finish Furniture Look and Transform an Old Desk You Already Love There is something about a coastal-inspired workspace that feels fresh and calming! We have been ...
Bringing Our German Roots to the Easter Table This year's Easter table was one of my favorites! There’s something about setting an Easter table that feels extra special each year. It’s not just ...
The Clutter You Forgot to Declutter When we think about decluttering, we usually think of closets, garages, or overflowing pantries. But some of the most clutter-prone areas in a home are the ones ...
This was the year I hosted my first Thanksgiving. The FIRST year of my married life that I was in charge of the turkey and all the traditional Thanksgiving dishes. I started two days in advance prepping most of the food and…
Some of you might be slaving in the kitchen today so you are one step ahead of tomorrow. And that’s what I’ve been doing today– making my favorite homemade pumpkin pie. I picked up the recipe from a church friend in…
Good news! Simply Healthful blog is back in business and new posts are on almost everyday. My sister runs the blog and she has so much information on how to live a healthier life from recipes, herbal remedies to essential oils and…
It is with great excitement and serious relief that I present my new and improved website! This project has been underway since February and the projection was to launch in May, but with the sudden move across the country, selling…
I’m finally getting around to posting Halloween and can’t believe we are a week away from Thanksgiving! Where does the time go? We had a fun first Halloween while living in Atlanta. One good thing is the temperature is not as…
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