Photo from Geek Philosopher I want this place to be a positive in my life and in your life – uplifting, educational, on the lighthearted side. Each year I cross an personal anniversary date. This year two news events connect with that date in my life– the death of the daughter of a local sportscaster […]
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How to change your light fixture in seven easy steps
After we added the decorative paneling to the office, removed the wallpaper and painted the walls, the rest of the room began to whimper for change. We needed a new light fixture and knew it would be a do it yourself installation. We’ve installed a number of them before and have it down to […]
Install Decorative Wall Panel
Wheels and I were moving quickly through Lowe’s Home Improvement one day on supply run. Suddenly we both stopped in our tracks and said in unison, “For the back of the kitchen peninsula”. Harmony in marriage is found in the small things. lol! We were looking at a stack of decorative wall paneling waiting to […]
Thanksgiving Themed Games
There are lots of Thanksgiving crafts for kids. Case in point, Thanksgiving Kids Pinterest Board. They are great and kids love to do them. My boys were only good for so many coloring pages, board games, and projects. There comes a time when a kid’s gotta move. And so does a mom! I was glad […]
Dining Room Makeover – The Reveal
Dining Room Makeover – the Big Reveal. Finally!!! We actually eat every meal in the dining room — unless we can be outside on the deck. Plus our dining room is used for phone conversations, relaxing, studying, paying an odd bill, meetings with a salesperson or a club committee, . . . and just hanging […]
How to install picture frame moulding
Boxy and boring! Our dining room needed all the help it could get! We added ceiling interest with a faux tray and chandelier moulding here. And a new chandelier. Added a chair rail. Then came picture frame moulding to change everything. Adding picture frame moulding is a quick and relatively inexpensive way to add architectural […]
Welcome! I’m Charlene. I love to share quick and easy recipes, whatever I’ve learned in our last DIY project – anything that helps make life easier, better and more fun!! I hope you will find inspiration and add a pinch of joy to your day!