Today, my kids went back to school. And, to celebrate, I am stuck at home with a head cold. It hit me hard yesterday and I'm feeling it pretty good today, too. My head is stuffy, I'm sneezing...you know the drill. So, I'm heading to the grocery store to buy a chicken. Because this is the best home remedy there … [Read more...]
This & That
August 23, 2014 By 5 Comments
Sometimes you just have to savor the little things in life and this week I took special note of a few things that made my day a little brighter. The other morning when I was in the shower I realized just how much I love this particular part of my morning routine -- most especially using this stuff: It's L'Occitane's Almond Shower Oil. … [Read more...]
Sharing My Secrets
August 18, 2014 By 7 Comments
How's that for a blog post title? Yes, I'm sharing my secrets. Does that sound exciting? My good friend, Kelly at My Soulful Home (who has the most beautiful garden, home and soul) asked me to take part in a Blogland tour where we introduce other bloggers and share some of our secrets -- just a little behind the scenes of our blogs … [Read more...]
This & That
August 16, 2014 By 2 Comments
Life is slowly getting back to normal now that the chaos of our kitchen remodel is over. School starts in just over a week so we're feeling the call of the hustle and bustle -- getting school supplies, new clothes and attending important orientation meetings for MIDDLE SCHOOL! I can't believe my oldest is going in to the 7th … [Read more...]
Kitchen Remodel Sources, Paint Colors and Questions Answered
August 14, 2014 By 21 Comments
First of all, thank you so much for all of your kind words about my kitchen remodel! I was blown away by your responses and support. It means so much to me. Truly As promised, today's post is about where I purchased things, the paint colors I used and providing answers to some of your questions: Paint … [Read more...]
Kitchen Remodel Reveal
August 12, 2014 By 60 Comments
The day has finally arrived - at long last! I am revealing my kitchen remodel. Just so you remember where we started, here are a few pictures of our kitchen before: The oak cabinetry had taken on a bit of an orange tint over the years and was in need of a face lift. But the real motivator for our total update was the … [Read more...]
The Ranch Life
August 11, 2014 By 8 Comments
It's been a very different summer here at the L&L house. So much of our time was consumed by our kitchen remodel we didn't have time to think about much else. We did, however, spend some time away from the dust and disarray. One trip was a visit my husband's uncle's ranch near the Texas/Mexico border. I don't … [Read more...]
On the Back Porch at Cedar Hill Farmhouse
August 1, 2014 By 9 Comments
Isn't this porch just gorgeous? It belongs to my friend, Anita, over at Cedar Hill Farmhouse. Isn't she a lucky and talented lady? Today, I'm feeling pretty lucky myself. I'm "sitting" on the back porch at Anita's place. Sort of. Anita has invited me over for a back porch chat. It's taking place on her blog --not her real … [Read more...]
