The host by Stephanie Meyer–Book Club Selection

The host by Stephanie Meyer

Most of you guys know Stephanie Meyer as the author of the ever popular Twilight series.  But did you know that she wrote a book before Twilight?  Well she did and that is what we will be reading for the next two months.  I think it is a perfect summer read. The host by Stephanie Meyer If you are familiar with the Twilight series, this book is nothing like it.  It is so intriguing and well written.  I recommended this book to my hubby and he really liked it. You know how I have … [Read more...]

Michael Vey, The prisoner in cell 25 review

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Did you guys love this book?  It was such a fun easy read.  As a reminder, for the last 2 months we have been reading,   Michale Vey, The prisoner in cell 25 by Richard Paul Evans I had heard such good things about this book so I just had to read it.  And I was not disappointed.  I loved the characters.  Michael and his mother had such a bond.  It was them against the world.  With the exception of Michaels good friend, Ostin.  Ostin is such a loyal friend.  I did wish he … [Read more...]

Beads, beads and more beads

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I used to be a bead person.  Remember my cute Disney bracelets that I made?  Lately I have gotten away from that.   Then I started seeing amazing beaded projects on Pinterest.  Here are my favorites: Turquoise and orange beaded necklace I never would have thought to loop two necklaces together.  Loving the colors in this one. Beaded bobbie pin.   This is cute and easy.  I could whip some of these up with my girls. Beaded bracelet I LOVE this!!  I just might have to … [Read more...]

Guest post: Garden flowers + fragrance

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I'm excited to welcome our guest today!!  Patricia reached out to me when she saw I was struggling with my garden.  {Are you tired of hearing about that yet?}  She's got a unique point of view when you are picking flowers.  Fragrance.  I've never thought to pick based on smell.  Color. Climate.  Yes, but picking based on Fragrance is brilliant.  Read on to learn more. Gardening and Accessorizing Ideas with Flowers: Focus on Fragrance There are few things more inspiring than a fresh … [Read more...]

Rolled Canvas Print Giveaway

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I have got an awesome giveaway for you guys today.  You know I love displaying family photos in my home.  Did you see how to get large prints for cheap?  Seriously cheap.  Check it out.  Today I am excited to host a canvas photo giveaway. This is a 1 pc. rolled print canvas for one (1) winner.  It is sized 16” x 20”.  You can get it with a 2-inch border or No border.  1 Business Day Turnaround and free shipping.  How awesome is that?  I would totally get it with a family pic. … [Read more...]

Our Disney Cruise on the Wonder

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I know we have been back for almost a month now and I am finally getting around to telling you about my cruise on the Disney Wonder.  We had a BLAST!!  Here is the beautiful ship we called home for a week. If you have a chance to take a cruise, especially a Disney cruise, go. for. it!!  It was so relaxing.  We saw characters. Ate: Swam. Fell in love with Cabo. and stuck our toes in the sand. Of course there was lots more but I don't want to bore you guys with my vacation … [Read more...]

Garden Update

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Remember a little while ago I said I was hopefully going to be putting in a garden this weekend?  Think we did it? Surprise. Surprise. We did.  {I know I'm a little shocked myself} Remember where we started? That's right, we didn't even have a garden spot.  I was so nervous.  We were gonna have to pull up that grass.  Sod is heavy and dirty and yucky.  Thankfully I have a sweet Daddy.  He came over with a plow.  So so so nice!! After a while with the plow a couple hours moving sod … [Read more...]

Blogapaloosa Day 14

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Can you believe it is the last day of Blogapaloosa?  It has been so much fun sharing all these giveaways with you guys.  I hope you won some awesome stuff!!  Don't forget my giveaway is still open.  Enter to win $50 worth of the best crafting, baking, home decor and fashion items. Today we have another swag box for you guys.  It comes to us from  Atir Inspired Decor.  Here are the items you could win:   Add some bling with these~ Ball of Lip Gloss~ I believe in … [Read more...]

Blogapaloosa Day 13

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I love printables.  You guys know that right?  So of course I am loving this giveaway!!  Check out the shop she's got some great stuff! The winner of this giveaway will receive a $20 gift certificate to UUPP Prints Etsy shop! UUPP has fresh, inspirational prints displaying anything from a Julia Child or Jane Austen quote to an endearing message for your sweetheart! Here is one of my favorites: You'll find this giveaway at Inside My Present.  Come on over to enter! I couldn't … [Read more...]

Summer fashion trends

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I have been seeing some great summer fashion trends lately. Here are a few of my favorites: I love maxi dresses.  They are so easy to throw on and look great.  They are also so comfortable.  I'm crushing on this one from Newport News. Maxi Tank Dress with Draped Skirt Love cute flirty shoes like these from Nordstrom: Nine west "letitgo"sandal You could totally DIY this look.  Mandy and Sugarbee crafts has an awesome tutorial: Modge Podge shoes You all know that Pantone {the … [Read more...]