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A gorgeous fall day -- sunny, cool and the ornamental gardens are at their peak.  We walked along the neighborhood brook and noted almost 30 new trees planted in back yards this summer.   Reminded us that we want to plant two trees in front and replace a poor little aspen that is not thriving in the back.  Here's to shade and more bird song!!  May your plans and dreams provide you joy!  Thanks for stopping by to link today!   Featured from last week:  Unique Creations by Anita -- How to Make an Automatic Pet Cold water Feeder   Style Yourself Confident - 10 Steps to Look Polished    Of the Hearth - 40 Questions for Kids to Ask Their Grandparents       3 Boys and a Dog - Peanut Butter Brownie Pizza    Snazzy Little Things -- Tips to Fluff Your Nest for Fall   Marilyn's Treats ... [Read More]

Short Stuff and mommy were here for the Labor Day weekend.  We had a wonderful picnic in a park we discovered recently on the edge of town.  It has everything -- a playground, a swimming lake,a kayaking lake, a long bridge, bicycle paths, picnic places.  And the weather was perfect!  Best of all, we had the entire park all to ourselves.  Other people were with with family or off to Capitol City for the first football game of the season.  Just us, the birds and squirrels.  We'll definitely be back  -- maybe with a kayak next time!!  Thanks for stopping by to share your links!!! Featured from last week:  Unique Creations by Anita -- Halloween Bottles   So Much Better with Age -- The Ultimate Guide on Antique Mirrors Adventures of a DIY Mom -- Fresh Raspberry Pie      3 Boys and a Dog ... [Read More]

Busy week with a quick trip to the Big City in the eastern part of the state.  Wheels heart needed a new doctor and we found just who he needed, so it was a good trip.   We met with a nephew and his wife for brunch after the appointment and celebrated good news -- no surgery.  Life has been a roller coaster for the past six months -- to say the least.  I hope you have some good news to celebrate and a great holiday weekend.  Thanks for stopping by with your fabulous posts! Featured from last week:  Unique Creations by Anita -- How to Make A Zebra Bench Seat       She Saved -- Chocolate Pecan Pie    Rain on a Tin Roof -- How to Cover Damaged Bathroom Walls    Flour on My Face -- Crock Pot Hot Cheesy Chicken Sandwiches       The Organized Dream -- Free 2020 Planner Pages    Mommy ... [Read More]

It is raining -- again.  The ground is so wet that big, old trees just fall over because the wet ground won't hold the roots any longer.  Fields are flooded and farm equipment sets idle.  Friends have had their basement flooded four times already.  Every time they thought the new preventive measures they took would solve the problem, only to find the water came higher, faster and sneakier next time.  It's a challenge especially since drought is usually the big worry for everyone!  Thanks to you for sharing your awesome solutions, recipes and projects! Featured from last week:  Snazzy Little Things - $70 Thrifted Chandelier    Hello Creative Family -- How to Freeze Sweet Corn   Space Ships and Laser Beams - Pumpkin Roll     Rain on a Tin Roof  --DIY Room Divider     Of the Hearth -- ... [Read More]

Trying to catch up with all the "little" chores that have been put off for far too long. Like going through all the clothing to make sure it all fits and is in good repair, etc. Took two BIG bags to charity. Makes the closet feel lighter! Sewed for two days straight, taking in tops, pajamas and the like so they'll fit since I am once again between sizes. Wheels has three shirts he really likes -- but hates that they don't have pockets so guess who promised to make shirt pockets this week. Thanks for sharing your new projects, recipes and great ideas! Featured from last week:  Penny's Vintage Home -- Corrugated Metal Back Splash      DIY Party Mom -- Harry Potter Back to Hogwarts Dinner Party    Little Frugal Homestead -- Old Fashioned Corncob Jelly    Paper Seedlings -- ... [Read More]

It's been almost four years since we packed our belongings in Ohio in a neighborhood with zillions of old trees.  We moved 1000 miles to the Great Plains to a  new subdivision surrounded by corn fields with a few tiny trees here and there. The newest house, finished last year, is setting the best example and with a high bar.  It sports TEN new trees!   We added a gorgeous red leafed crab and a miniature Japanese willow in the back and are planning to put in two city approved trees in front this fall.  Sometimes we get so wrapped up in everyday life that we forget what simple things make it better.  A tree is essential -- look at it to enjoy its ever changing beauty, spend time enjoying the shade, breathe cleaner air, notice the birds flitting in and out, mute traffic noise and so much ... [Read More]