We had the most stunningly beautiful weekend! The skies were gorgeous with glorious sunsets. It got below freezing on Saturday night, but Sunday was beautiful. We even took a drive down the back roads to do a little leaf-peeping. We didn't have to go far to see spectacular color.  And it's just begun! Next weekend should be amazing.... unless this wind that blows so hard I can hardly stand up straight keeps blowing. It's so strong it might blow off the green leaves as well as the colored!  I hope not! So... what's it like in your neck of the woods? I'm so glad you're here! Each week you bless me … [Read more...]

How is your fall?  Seeing any color, yet? Hope this past week has been an extraordinary one for you. We're starting to see some lovely color. But, here in my neck of the woods it has been W - I - N - D - Y!! I hardly dare complain because we're also having unseasonably beautiful and warm weather. Yay!! I'm so glad you're here! Each week you bless me with your extraordinary creativity. And I know our non-blogging friends can't wait to be inspired. I'm excited to see what you bring to the party this week!  Mary Beth from Cupcakes and Crinoline ~ Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday Stephanie from The … [Read more...]

I'm so glad you're here! I so look forward to seeing what you link up each week at Project Inspire{d}! You bless me with your extraordinary creativity. And I know our non-blogging friends can't wait to be inspired.  It's time for Project Inspire{d}!  Mary Beth from Cupcakes and Crinoline ~ Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday Stephanie from The Silly Pearl ~ Diane from An Extraordinary Day Thanks for choosing to party with us! If you missed stopping by this past week I shared some extraordinary goodness on the blog... There’s Only One Way to Traverse a Tightrope | … [Read more...]

I'm so glad you're here! I so look forward to seeing what you link up each week at Project Inspire{d}! You bless me with your extraordinary creativity. And I know our non-blogging friends can't wait to be inspired.  It's time for Project Inspire{d}!  Mary Beth from Cupcakes and Crinoline ~ Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday Stephanie from The Silly Pearl ~ Diane from An Extraordinary Day Thanks for choosing to party with us! If you missed stopping by this past week I shared some extraordinary goodness on the blog... Learning to Sing in the Rain | JoyDay!   Easy to Make Southwest … [Read more...]

I'm so glad you're here! I so look forward to seeing what you link up each week at Project Inspire{d}! You bless me with your extraordinary creativity. And I know our non-blogging friends can't wait to be inspired.  It's time for Project Inspire{d}!  Mary Beth from Cupcakes and Crinoline ~ Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday Stephanie from The Silly Pearl ~ Diane from An Extraordinary Day Thanks for choosing to party with us! If you missed stopping by this past week I shared some extraordinary goodness on the blog... Need God to Move a Mountain? | JoyDay!   50 Pumpkin Treats and … [Read more...]

I'm so glad you're here! I so look forward to seeing what you link up each week at Project Inspire{d}! Y'all have such amazing creativity. And I know our non-blogging friends can't wait to be inspired.  It's time for Project Inspire{d}!  Mary Beth from Cupcakes and Crinoline ~ Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday Stephanie from The Silly Pearl ~ Diane from An Extraordinary Day Thanks for choosing to party with us! If you missed stopping by this past week I shared some extraordinary goodness on the blog... How to live under the circumstances. | JoyDay! The Perfect Fall Coffee … [Read more...]

  I'm so glad you're here! It's always fun to see what you link up each week at Project Inspire{d}! I can't wait to see your latest creative great ideas. And I know our non-blogging friends can't wait to be inspired.  It's time for Project Inspire{d}!  Mary Beth from Cupcakes and Crinoline ~ Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday Stephanie from The Silly Pearl ~ Diane from An Extraordinary Day Thanks for choosing to party with us! In between those moments at the beach I shared some extraordinary goodness on the blog...   How to Decorate for Fall in 4 Easy … [Read more...]

I'm so glad you're here! It's always fun to see what you link up each week at Project Inspire{d}! I can't wait to see your latest creative great ideas. And I know our non-blogging friends can't wait to be inspired.  It's time for Project Inspire{d}!  Mary Beth from Cupcakes and Crinoline ~ Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday Stephanie from The Silly Pearl ~ Diane from An Extraordinary Day Thanks for choosing to party with us! In between those moments at the beach I shared some extraordinary goodness on the blog... I wasn’t just hungry for joy…. I was starving. | JoyDay! Plus...Project … [Read more...]

  I'm so glad you're here! It's always fun to see what you link up each week at Project Inspire{d}! I can't wait to see your latest creative great ideas. And I know our non-blogging friends can't wait to be inspired.  It's time for Project Inspire{d}!  Mary Beth from Cupcakes and Crinoline ~ Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday Stephanie from The Silly Pearl ~ Diane from An Extraordinary Day Thanks for choosing to party with us! In between those moments at the beach I shared some extraordinary goodness on the blog... 5 Truths to Transform Your Mind :: JoyDay! Plus...Project Inspire{d} … [Read more...]

I'm not sharing this to brag... Sometimes the strangest things happen out of nowhere. And sometimes they are wonderful blessings. Here's what happened to me this weekend. Early last week I posted a kitchen photo on Facebook that I had originally pinned to my Inspired Kitchens Board on Pinterest. At the time I pinned it, I thought it was a worthy share.  So... one evening I shared it.  A few days later, I noticed that it was getting a lot of attention. And my Facebook page was getting more fans. The numbers kept going up.  There's this 'thing' called reach.  Essentially it's a number that represents the … [Read more...]

I've decided that my two most favorite summer time activities are... going to the beach... no surprise there. And to the farmers' market.  I'm pretty sure you didn't expect that. Seriously I could easily buy way more there than I could possibly eat. The flowers, the fruits, the veggies, the eggs... I love it all! I always need some yellow wax beans to steam and slather in lots of butter with a sprinkle of Celtic sea salt and blueberries to add to my kefir and make into buckle and pancakes... Oh Yum!! What are your favorite summertime activities? I hope you've had a chance to indulge in your summer … [Read more...]

It's just been another normal hot summer week... trying hard not to melt. EXCEPT I got to go to the beach, twice! One of my favorite things in all the world to do is walk the shoreline, stand at water's edge and let the waves wash over my toes and erode the sand on which I'm standing while I sink in to the softness that somehow erases the cares of the world, and finally lie on the sand with my eyes closed and listen to the sounds of the wind and water.  Aaaaah!  How was YOUR week? It's so good to have you join us this week for another hot summer weekly link party! I'm so excited to see your latest … [Read more...]

I think summer finally arrived this week! It's been hot!  We've had major thunderstorms and I've even gotten to the beach. What's it like in your neck of the woods? Are you getting a chance to enjoy this quickly fleeting season? It's so good to have you join us this week for another weekly link party extraordinaire! I'm so excited to see your latest creative great ideas. And I know our non-blogging friends can't wait to be inspired.  It's time for Project Inspire{d}!  Mary Beth from Cupcakes and Crinoline ~ Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday Stephanie from The Silly Pearl ~ Diane from An … [Read more...]

Hope you're having a bright and beautiful summer and an extraordinary start to your week. It's so good to have you join us this week for another great link party. I'm so excited to see your latest creative inspiration. And I know our non-blogging friends can't wait to be inspired.  It's time for Project Inspire{d}!  Mary Beth from Cupcakes and Crinoline ~ Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday Stephanie from The Silly Pearl ~ Diane from An Extraordinary Day Thanks for choosing to party with us! Just in case you missed all the extraordinary goodness from this past week... My latest faith lesson… :: … [Read more...]

 It's time for Project Inspire{d}!  Mary Beth from Cupcakes and Crinoline ~ Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday Stephanie from The Silly Pearl ~ Diane from An Extraordinary Day Thanks for choosing to party with us!  I hope you had a spectacular Fourth! My husband and I enjoyed a surprise party, a rare get-together with friends who live in Slovakia, some family time, and a nature hike and beach time.  A pretty spectacular weekend for sure! Just in case you missed all the extraordinary goodness from this past week... Are you tired? Worn Out? There’s help! | JoyDay! Five Hours and A Day at the Antique … [Read more...]

 It's time for Project Inspire{d}!    Mary Beth from Cupcakes and Crinoline ~ Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday Stephanie from The Silly Pearl ~ Diane from An Extraordinary Day Thanks for choosing to party with us! Hope your week is off to an extraordinary start! Yesterday was incredibly beautiful for the longest day of the year. But, today, it's another rainy Monday.  Maybe I should call it Monsoon Monday. Lot's of "weather" predicted through the night. Hopefully is dissipates... I don't wish this on anyone. Just for fun... I thought I'd open up the archives: If you're into doing a … [Read more...]