tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-42952530181202595632024-03-27T07:33:22.326-04:00 Pocketful of Blue … cottage … farmhouse … vintage …JoAnnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18082527065637299273noreply@blogger.comBlogger354125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4295253018120259563.post-3067844423992837882018-07-08T08:28:00.001-04:002018-07-18T19:13:11.964-04:00Family Room Reveal<div style="text-align: center;">
Hello Everyone!</div>
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I've been meaning to post about our updated family room for a very long time and I'm<br />
finally doing it - yeah!!</div>
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I had been ready to replace our brown leather furniture for a while and when a new</div>
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Ikea opened very close to us last summer, I jumped at the chance to take a good look at their</div>
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slipcovered furniture.</div>
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Originally the plan was to buy another sofa and loveseat like we had but when I </div>
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saw the Ektorp sectional on the showroom floor at Ikea, I was sold. </div>
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It just seemed so cozy and I could really envision it in our family room.<br />
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As you can see, we purchased the sectional with the white slipcover.</div>
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You just can't beat the prices at Ikea and the quality is definitely good enough for us.<br />
I'm at a point where I don't want to buy expensive furniture that I feel like I<br />
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We even had the sofa delivered and they took away the old sofa and loveseat</div>
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for a very small fee.</div>
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We purchased this dresser from Wayfair to use as a TV console</div>
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and also for more storage.</div>
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It seems we can never have enough space for all those electronics,</div>
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chargers, games, etc., right?</div>
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I replaced the knobs with some white porcelain ones to tie in with</div>
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the other white pieces in the room.<br />
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This console table is also from Wayfair a while back and of course</div>
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I have fun changing around the accessories quite often.</div>
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We also purchased the Ektorp chair and ottoman and I chose the Lofallet beige</div>
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slipcover for those pieces.</div>
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It's a really nice color and I like the little bit of contrast between the chair</div>
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and the sofa.</div>
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The mantel is decked out for summer using an old window I found</div>
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at an antique shop while on vacation this year.</div>
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I actually found this coffee table on Etsy. </div>
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It was already painted just like this and it's the perfect size .</div>
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The two leaves can be lifted up as well to make it larger and for things like</div>
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putting together a puzzle.</div>
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Kind of a funny story about this coffee table.</div>
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It was shipped to us via Greyhound bus all the way from California (we live in Ohio).</div>
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I had no idea there was such a thing as shipping via Greyhound but there is</div>
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and it's very economical.</div>
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Including shipping, I paid right around $200 for this cute table.</div>
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I did have to drive downtown to the Greyhound station to pick it up but</div>
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my son went with me and it was super easy. </div>
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This little table was found on Craigslist several years ago.</div>
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I'm really loving the blue and white color scheme in the room and it's so much more</div>
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I've had a lot of fun with different pillows, throws and accessories.</div>
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We would still like to replace the old windows in here and then</div>
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I might add some sort of window treatment but other than that,</div>
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I'm very happy with the room.</div>
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My family loves hanging out in here. </div>
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It's light and bright and very comfortable.</div>
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The slipcovers wash up so easily too - they might not come</div>
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out completely pristine but they're pretty close and I'm ok with that.</div>
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If you would like to see how this room used to look click <a href="https://apocketfulofblue.blogspot.com/2016/02/family-room-tour.html" target="_blank">HERE</a> .</div>
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I'm so happy you came by today and I hope you like the new look</div>
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of our family room.</div>
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Wishing Everyone A Very Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday Season!</div>
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Love & Peace,</div>
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I happened upon this kitchen recently on the blog, Natural Calico.</div>
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This adorable and charming space resides in Ireland and it's owners refer to it</div>
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as their "economical hand painted bespoke kitchen".</div>
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So many cute details like this chalkboard used as part of a coffee station. </div>
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And this retro fridge!</div>
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Who wouldn't love that?</div>
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I think the soft, muted colors of the cabinetry</div>
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At the other end is a comfy sitting area - love that!</div>
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<br />JoAnnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18082527065637299273noreply@blogger.com35tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4295253018120259563.post-10418139591925498512017-09-17T18:49:00.000-04:002017-09-18T19:23:12.003-04:00Patio Reveal<div style="text-align: center;">
Today I would like to show you the transformation of our patio. With a lot of work, it has come a long way since we moved here ten years ago. </div>
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In the picture below you can see how it looked after we had replaced the ugly brown shingle siding on the house and added the patio doors. There was actually no direct access to the patio before this. The concrete blocks that made up the patio always looked dirty and they were uneven in many places. They also went right up to the house so there was no space to plant anything between the patio and house. </div>
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Do you see our kitty waiting to get back in the house? I don't blame him for not wanting to spend too much time our there. We didn't want to either! </div>
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A few years ago, my son and hubby tore out the old concrete blocks and laid new pavers. Such a huge improvement!</div>
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With some landscaping and pretty flowers, it has become a space we can really enjoy. </div>
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It's been especially nice this summer. We have had a lot of really nice days for spending time outside. Our summers are usually a lot more hot and humid with mosquitos galore!</div>
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We bought this patio furniture many years ago and it has held up remarkably well. It still looks like new and we have left it out during the winter and all kinds of weather.</div>
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The grill isn't the pretties sight but I'm sure you can all agree how nice it is to be able to make dinner on the grill. It makes everything taste so good and cleanup is easy - love that!</div>
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Some cut flowers and some potted plants make such a big difference - they're like jewelry for the patio.</div>
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The yellow bench was found in one of my favorite shops at the beginning of the summer. It works perfectly with the colors I was using of primarily yellow, white and green.</div>
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Found this cute yellow birdhouse at Homegoods.</div>
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I love the way the magnolia tree sort of forms a canopy over the corner of the patio. We're so lucky to have many large trees which provide wonderful shade and makes this a relaxing spot on a beautiful day.</div>
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There is more I would like to do such as adding more plants and painting the railing and steps but that will probably be a project for next summer. I'm just so happy to be this far along.</div>
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If you look closely at the above picture, you may notice a change to the inside of our house and it's one I am very excited about. I'll be sharing that with you soon.</div>
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What have I been up to this summer? Yard work.<i> Lots </i>of yard work. As of August, we have lived in our house for ten years. Most of that time was spent raising our kids and working on the inside. Little by little, we worked on the landscaping. <br />
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Now that we have a sophomore in high school and a sophomore in college, we have more time to work on the outside. I actually enjoy yard work and we have had some unusually nice weather this summer, not too terribly hot, so you could find me outside most days.<br />
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I wish I had taken more pictures of the outside ten years ago, but that was prior to blogging so I didn't really think that much about it. We have come a long way though. All of the landscaping around the house has been replaced over the years. We tore out the old, crumbling sidewalk, and added a curving gravel path.<br />
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Things we have planted are filling out and of course there have been things that we've had to remove or transplant. Last Fall, we had the trees trimmed so the grass is filling in better. But there is always more to do, right?<br />
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I did have some really pretty pink impatiens in the planters on the porch and in the flowerbed near the bench. Sadly, just as they were really filling out and looking beautiful, a chipmunk decided to move in and have them for a midnight snack. Needless to say, chipmunk and I are not friends : ) ! </div>
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Recently, we added some knock out roses which are doing well. They were planted in front of the hydrangeas which are stubbornly refusing to bloom. </div>
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One of the best things we did this summer was to get a new garage door. I have always wanted a beautiful carriage style garage door so when our old door broke, it was the perfect opportunity. I just love how it looks and the character it adds to our house.</div>
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Of course, along with the door, we had to update the exterior lights.<br />
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I'm unpacking and catching up on laundry since returning from</div>
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our annual vacation with my husband's family.</div>
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We always have a great time and I love that we have this tradition.</div>
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It's such a cute little beach town and I always enjoy taking long</div>
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The house above has its red, white and blue going on </div>
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I like how neat and tidy this pretty blue house looks.</div>
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The landscaping isn't anything extravagant but it looks great.</div>
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In the picture below you can see the pretty, soft light green on the</div>
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Here's another screened door that is just so charming.</div>
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colors of the house - such a great idea.</div>
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The red door on this house really stands out.</div>
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A lot of the houses have screened in porches on the front.</div>
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I love that you could sit there and watch all the beach goers passing by.</div>
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You could do a lot of living on this huge porch.</div>
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There's enough room for a couple seating areas and</div>
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I'm only a little envious! : )</div>
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And who can resist a house with a white picket fence?</div>
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As I'm taking my walks, I like to look back between the houses</div>
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this sidewalk that takes you back to a cute fence</div>
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and a wonderful porch.</div>
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Here's an old garage with a huge hydrangea.</div>
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This winding staircase must go to a guest space or small</div>
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Here's a shady little spot to take a break.</div>
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That ivy is growing like crazy and look at that </div>
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So many beautiful flowers.</div>
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Hydrangea are everywhere - they are huge!</div>
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They must really love the climate.</div>
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This house was one of my favorites this year.</div>
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It just looked like a well loved family home</div>
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and the colors really appealed to me.</div>
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I especially liked the little sitting area on the lawn.</div>
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I hoped you enjoyed our walk.</div>
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Do you have a favorite?</div>
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You can go <a href="http://apocketfulofblue.blogspot.com/2016/06/cute-cottages-at-beach.html" target="_blank">HERE</a> if you would like to see</div>
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the beach houses from last year.</div>
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Thanks a bunch for visiting!</div>
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Here are a few I think you might like.</div>
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Pretty red, white and blue flowers on this grapevine wreath.</div>
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The unique flower with the flag print is made of paper.</div>
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This would be the perfect welcoming touch on your front door.</div>
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I love the unique design on this large wooden star.</div>
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You could hang this just about anywhere.</div>
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These next two little boats would look so cute together</div>
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Isn't this wooden sign just so sweet?</div>
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I may really have to have one of these.</div>
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Wednesday was a pretty exciting day for some of us in<br />
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We have our very own Ikea now and it opened on Wednesday.</div>
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Before, the closest one was about 2 hours away and this one is<br />
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So was I there on opening day?</div>
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No way - I'm not that crazy!</div>
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Police were going to be directing traffic and people</div>
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been doing some perusing of the Ikea website.</div>
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Here are some of the things that caught my eye.</div>
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A lot of great outdoor items - love this vintage looking watering can.</div>
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Many wonderful textiles to choose from, especially pillow covers.</div>
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We are looking to replace ours.</div>
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">I have made some changes to our master bedroom over the</div><div style="text-align: center;">last several months so I finally took some pictures to show you.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">One of the changes that made a big difference was adding curtain panels.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Before we only had the faux wood blinds on the window.</div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I happened upon these curtains at Target and thought they were so pretty.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">They weren't very expensive and the fabric is really nice.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I didn't even have to iron them!</div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">They made a big difference in the feel of the room.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It's much more inviting and cozy now.</div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">Another change was moving this chair from the family room</div><div style="text-align: center;">into the bedroom.</div><div style="text-align: center;">It replaces a wicker rocking chair and is much more comfortable.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">It's nice to have a quiet place to sit in the bedroom and read</div><div style="text-align: center;">or watch something on my iPad.</div><div style="text-align: center;">It's my little getaway from the video games and sports which</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">seem to be a constant on our tv.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"> We also bought new lamps.</div><div style="text-align: center;">The ones we had really did not provide enough light and</div><div style="text-align: center;">not that I'm getting older or anything (cough, cough) but</div><div style="text-align: center;">I'm finding that I need more light to see things well.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">These are from Kirklands and I like that they have a</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">little more of a farmhouse feel to them.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I think they were $40 each so not too bad.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">Another change is the rug.</div><div style="text-align: center;">The one that was here was getting pretty dirty and worn out</div><div style="text-align: center;">and it wasn't something you could easily clean.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">I replaced it with this blue striped Dash and Albert rug.</div><div style="text-align: center;">I got this on clearance a few years ago and had</div><div style="text-align: center;">never found a good spot for it so I'm glad it worked out in here.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">The rug goes well with my old quilt.</div><div style="text-align: center;">I've had this quilt for a very long time and still love it</div><div style="text-align: center;">so I decided to put it back on the bed.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Lately, some nights are very warm and others can be down right chilly.<br />
I have some extra blankets nearby for those chilly nights.<br />
Just never know when we might need one and I was a<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">That's it for the bedroom - for now!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i> xxxooo</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><i>JoAnne</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div>JoAnnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18082527065637299273noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4295253018120259563.post-9185658167209040462017-05-14T09:12:00.001-04:002017-05-14T09:12:41.040-04:00A Happy and Peaceful Mother's Day<div style="text-align: center;">
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They really touched my heart and express how</div>
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Mother's Day can be a difficult day for many people</div>
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I get that.</div>
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There were many years that were very sad for me.</div>
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something special for yourself</div>
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- you so deserve it!</div>
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<i>xxxooo</i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-large;">JoAnne</span></i></div>
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I wanted something new for our front door this year<br />
so when Hobby Lobby had their flowers on sale I found some<br />
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I had all of the other supplies that I used.</div>
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The green wall bucket has been in my stash for a long time</div>
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HAPPY EASTER WEEKEND!</div>
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<i>Sharing at these parties:</i></div>
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<a href="http://frenchcountrycottage.blogspot.com/">FRENCH COUNTRY COTTAGE ~ FEATHERED NEST FRIDAY</a></div>
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<a href="http://everydayhomeblog.com/">THE EVERYDAY HOME ~ SHARE IT ONE MORE TIME</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.thepaintedhinge.com/">THE PAINTED HINGE ~ HAPPINESS IS HOMEMADE</a></div>
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<br />JoAnnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18082527065637299273noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4295253018120259563.post-53776995015761178362017-04-09T08:16:00.000-04:002017-04-10T12:51:43.893-04:00A Colorful Farmhouse<div>
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The exterior is white with black shutters, a beautiful and classic<br />
look for a farmhouse. It also has a large cupola and a cute picket<br />
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On the inside however, you will see lots of beautiful,<br />
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Isn't this great room amazing?<br />
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the ceiling<br />
the huge chandelier<br />
the fireplace<br />
the large windows<br />
the warm wood tones<br />
the soft shades of blue and green<br />
the cozy furniture arrangement<br />
the hardwood floors<br />
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It all just draws you right in.<br />
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Just beyond the great room, you can see the kitchen with</div>
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Even the cabinets are a soft sage green.</div>
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This dining room is so pretty. </div>
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Such a gorgeous table and slipcovered chairs.</div>
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Here's the master bedroom with a fireplace and french</div>
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I really love this bathroom.</div>
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Of course the shiplap is wonderful but what</div>
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It's such a sweet look and perfect for farmhouse style.</div>
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I think the addition of the coral color to the blue and green in this</div>
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The patina on that bed is gorgeous too.</div>
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The feminine sconces and shower curtain are what really</div>
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Even the laundry room is decked out in farmhouse style </div>
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And this hallway is incredible with its brick wall</div>
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The gorgeous outdoor space continues the blue and green color theme.</div>
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The beautiful blue sky is doing its part as well.</div>
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I think I could spend a little time out here!</div>
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Large trees, white fencing, and even a windmill create a beautiful<br />
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Do you love it?<br />
I keep looking back at all the details in this wonderful home.<br />
We see a lot of white and neutral color schemes<br />
in farmhouse style which I think is very beautiful<br />
but this house shows us that if you love color, it can also<br />
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Edited to add: You can see many more photos of this home over at<br />
Carol's blog, <a href="http://blueskykitchen.net/2016/05/02/fabulous-farmhouse-tour/" target="_blank">Blue Sky Kitchen</a>. Carol is lucky enough to be friends<br />
with the owner and she has been a guest there.<br />
Click <a href="http://blueskykitchen.net/2016/05/02/fabulous-farmhouse-tour/" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="http://blueskykitchen.net/2016/05/03/fabulous-farmhouse-tour-continues/" target="_blank">here</a> for the two posts from her visits.<br />
Thank you, Carol, for sharing your gorgeous photos.<br />
Also, thank you to Stacey at <a href="http://www.poofingthepillows.com/" target="_blank">Poofing the Pillows</a> for letting<br />
me know about Carol's posts!<br />
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Thanks so much for your visit!<br />
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JoAnnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18082527065637299273noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4295253018120259563.post-6401338670839205402017-04-02T08:49:00.000-04:002017-04-02T08:49:20.149-04:00Decorating the Mantels for Spring<div style="text-align: center;">
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I wanted a new look for spring but sometimes it takes me</div>
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The living room mantel really had me stumped.</div>
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I've been trying to just use what I have because I sure don't</div>
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It finally hit me to see if my old screen door would work.</div>
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It's the perfect length when turned on its side and light</div>
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weight enough that it wasn't too much of a problem</div>
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to heave it up there.</div>
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I think it worked out pretty well as a backdrop for some pitchers</div>
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Once I had the living room mantel all fixed up,</div>
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I ended up just keeping it simple with my Blueberry Mountain Lodge</div>
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print and some glass jars with flowers and colored eggs.</div>
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everything outside is starting to look fresh and new too.<br />
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Have a wonderful week!</div>
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JoAnne</div>
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JoAnnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18082527065637299273noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4295253018120259563.post-31552346305177340212017-03-20T08:10:00.000-04:002017-03-28T15:34:04.265-04:00Pretty Centerpieces for Spring<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">To celebrate the first official day of Spring,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I found some pretty and easy table centerpieces to inspire us.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This first one is what I currently have on my table.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I'm sure I will be changing it out many times especially</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">when the flowers in my yard start blooming.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here are a couple more from previous years.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">As you can see, I usually stick with something pretty easy -</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">a pitcher or flower pot with flowers and a few other accessories</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">to make it a little more interesting.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">There are so many possibilities.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Using jars or bottles for flowers can be so pretty and</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I love how the Spring sunshine reflects through them.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://clv.h-cdn.co/assets/cm/15/09/480x576/54eaea8022beb_-_spring-crafts-centerpiece-0510-s3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://clv.h-cdn.co/assets/cm/15/09/480x576/54eaea8022beb_-_spring-crafts-centerpiece-0510-s3.jpg" height="640" width="532" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.countryliving.com/entertaining/g1479/diy-wedding-centerpieces/?slide=3&thumbnails=" target="_blank">source</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_kjZDrbrZ8Q/UTQmqpPv2CI/AAAAAAAARDY/hzFF50ySMZc/s1600/spring+flowers+and+lemons+centerpiece.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_kjZDrbrZ8Q/UTQmqpPv2CI/AAAAAAAARDY/hzFF50ySMZc/s1600/spring+flowers+and+lemons+centerpiece.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.yellowblissroad.com/doily-wrapped-spring-vase/" target="_blank">source</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.becomingthemrs.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/blue-mason-jar-with-flowers-e1286085389902.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://www.becomingthemrs.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/blue-mason-jar-with-flowers-e1286085389902.jpg" height="640" width="500" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://r.search.yahoo.com/_ylt=AwrB8pKZx89Y8n4AOESWnIlQ;_ylu=X3oDMTBtdXBkbHJyBHNlYwNmcC1hdHRyaWIEc2xrA3J1cmw-/RV=2/RE=1490040857/RO=11/RU=https%3a%2f%2fwww.pinterest.com%2fkrvrn%2fspring-ideas%2f/RK=0/RS=B1D1Wr.yY6Q.UBeo1z6rUw0HnRg-" target="_blank">source</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I also love nature inspired centerpieces.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">You can get really creative with some spring blooms,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> moss and terra cotta pots.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://todayscreativelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/easysummercenterpieceSongbirdblog10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="422" src="https://todayscreativelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/easysummercenterpieceSongbirdblog10.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://todayscreativelife.com/garden-centerpiece/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+todayscreativeblog+(Todays+Creative+Blog)" target="_blank">source</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2011/1/15/0/RX-DK-FFA07901_open-design_s3x4.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.822.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2011/1/15/0/RX-DK-FFA07901_open-design_s3x4.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.822.jpeg" height="640" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.hgtv.com/design/decorating/design-101/spring-bursts-forth-in-an-ebullient-arrangement" target="_blank">source</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I have never made a centerpiece using veggies but I have seen</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> some like these below that look amazing.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The colors are so fresh and vibrant.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.thoughtfullysimple.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/mla103164_0308_veggies_xl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://www.thoughtfullysimple.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/mla103164_0308_veggies_xl.jpg" height="640" width="512" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://r.search.yahoo.com/_ylt=AwrB8p6S3cVY9nMAbUWWnIlQ;_ylu=X3oDMTBtdXBkbHJyBHNlYwNmcC1hdHRyaWIEc2xrA3J1cmw-/RV=2/RE=1489391122/RO=11/RU=http%3a%2f%2fwww.thoughtfullysimple.com%2fsummertime-centerpieces-and-summertime-table-decor%2f/RK=0/RS=RNtmutf2pLX9ipPdbBE9FE14H8c-" target="_blank">source</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">If you like a more rustic look, the combination of flowers in a</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> wooden box or crate is such a great look.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.munchkintime.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/DIY-Easter-Table-Centerpiece-Decoration-made-with-flowers-and-crate-bohemian-style-by-Love-Keil-www.munchkintime.com-Diy-7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://www.munchkintime.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/DIY-Easter-Table-Centerpiece-Decoration-made-with-flowers-and-crate-bohemian-style-by-Love-Keil-www.munchkintime.com-Diy-7.jpg" height="426" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://r.search.yahoo.com/_ylt=AwrB8pAJjMVYoUAACjmWnIlQ;_ylu=X3oDMTBtdXBkbHJyBHNlYwNmcC1hdHRyaWIEc2xrA3J1cmw-/RV=2/RE=1489370249/RO=11/RU=http%3a%2f%2fwww.munchkintime.com%2fdiy-daisy-carnation-daffodil-flower-centerpiece%2f/RK=0/RS=wb.RlzyYb2owj0qplFv9OGtp3kM-" target="_blank">source</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://wedding-pictures.onewed.com/match/images/141062/rustic-spring-wedding-centerpiece-in-planter.full.jpg?1379290677" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://wedding-pictures.onewed.com/match/images/141062/rustic-spring-wedding-centerpiece-in-planter.full.jpg?1379290677" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://r.search.yahoo.com/_ylt=AwrB8pizHc1YEG8As9qWnIlQ;_ylu=X3oDMTBtdXBkbHJyBHNlYwNmcC1hdHRyaWIEc2xrA3J1cmw-/RV=2/RE=1489866292/RO=11/RU=http%3a%2f%2fwww.onewed.com%2fphotos%2fshow%2frustic-spring-wedding-centerpiece-in-planter/RK=0/RS=RxPT5CxUWZVW3u_10Er83u3OajI-" target="_blank">source</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Even a paper bag can make a unique statement when filled with flowers.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">A plain bag or one decorated with polka dots or colorful twine</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">adds a special touch.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://atmedia.imgix.net/b8898234c2b400c199432a1bee2aec330ac333a4?w=540&fit=clamp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://atmedia.imgix.net/b8898234c2b400c199432a1bee2aec330ac333a4?w=540&fit=clamp" height="640" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://r.search.yahoo.com/_ylt=AwrB8p9V38VYWXIATPWWnIlQ;_ylu=X3oDMTBtdXBkbHJyBHNlYwNmcC1hdHRyaWIEc2xrA3J1cmw-/RV=2/RE=1489391573/RO=11/RU=http%3a%2f%2fwww.lenius.it%2f3-idee-per-decorare-la-tavola-in-estate%2f/RK=0/RS=yU216u8SjP52gStV4jTaKaEXK3Y-" target="_blank">source</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://media1.onsugar.com/files/2014/09/22/734/n/1922441/5361047da9187db3_diyflowersbouquet.xxxlarge.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://media1.onsugar.com/files/2014/09/22/734/n/1922441/5361047da9187db3_diyflowersbouquet.xxxlarge.jpg" height="640" width="554" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://r.search.yahoo.com/_ylt=AwrB8pBjhMBYfQ0ApgaWnIlQ;_ylu=X3oDMTBtdXBkbHJyBHNlYwNmcC1hdHRyaWIEc2xrA3J1cmw-/RV=2/RE=1489040611/RO=11/RU=http%3a%2f%2fpopsugar.com%2fsmart-living%2fdiy-paper-bag-flower-vase-35777524/RK=0/RS=Q7q19NGpajOvd2vssDR4UpTHVG4-" target="_blank">source</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.familyholiday.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Spring-Flower-Arrangements-Table-Centerpieces-And-Mothers-Day-Gift-9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://www.familyholiday.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Spring-Flower-Arrangements-Table-Centerpieces-And-Mothers-Day-Gift-9.jpg" height="640" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.familyholiday.net/40-spring-flower-arrangements-table-centerpieces-and-mothers-day-gift/" target="_blank">source</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And of course flowers in a galvanized container</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> are beautiful in just about any decor but especially</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> farmhouse style that is so popular today.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.landeeseelandeedo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Watering-Can-Floral-Spring-Centerpiece-by-Karas-Party-Ideas-Kara-Allen-michalesmakers-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://www.landeeseelandeedo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Watering-Can-Floral-Spring-Centerpiece-by-Karas-Party-Ideas-Kara-Allen-michalesmakers-1.jpg" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://karaspartyideas.com/2016/03/spring-watering-can-floral-centerpiece.html?crlt.pid=camp.zE7dFIQCKnIF" target="_blank">source</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UzK2y8mEapQ/U2wFsibXgQI/AAAAAAAADIw/v6aucrS6bs4/s1600/IMG_5442.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UzK2y8mEapQ/U2wFsibXgQI/AAAAAAAADIw/v6aucrS6bs4/s640/IMG_5442.JPG" width="358" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://myrusticfarmhouse.blogspot.hu/2014_05_01_archive.html" target="_blank">source</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://clv.h-cdn.co/assets/15/20/480x720/gallery-1431630947-centerpiece-photo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://clv.h-cdn.co/assets/15/20/480x720/gallery-1431630947-centerpiece-photo.jpg" height="640" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.countryliving.com/entertaining/g1479/diy-wedding-centerpieces/?slide=6&thumbnails=" target="_blank">source</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I hope you have found some inspiration here.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">A simple centerpiece can bring the feeling of sunshine and</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> springtime into your home.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Have a wonderful day!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">JoAnne</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div>JoAnnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18082527065637299273noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4295253018120259563.post-18573793154156451682017-03-14T17:27:00.000-04:002017-03-16T07:30:16.822-04:00Trapp Family Lodge<div style="text-align: center;">
I had planned to post something for spring today</div>
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Back in December when we were on a short trip to Stowe, VT, </div>
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Trapp Family Lodge, so I told hubby we had to at least drive by it.</div>
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And if you're wondering, yes this is THE Trapp Family, you know,</div>
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the von Trapp Family of <i>The Sound of Music</i> fame, </div>
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Julie Andrews, <i>A Few of My Favorite Things</i>, etc., etc.</div>
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Go ahead, you can start singing, I don't mind . . . <i>raindrops on roses</i></div>
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<i> and whiskers on kittens </i>. . .</div>
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After about a ten minute drive, mostly uphill, from where we were</div>
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staying, the lodge was within view.</div>
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Did you know the von Trapps eventually emigrated to the United States</div>
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first settling in Pennsylvania and then to a farm in the mountains of Vermont?</div>
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Well, by golly, that's exactly what they did : )</div>
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The family began renting out rooms which evolved into the very large</div>
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Trapp Family Lodge of today, a world-renowned resort on 2500 acres!</div>
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The Captain and Maria had three more children after they were married.</div>
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The youngest, Johannes, now runs the resort.</div>
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The lodge has 3 dining options and just about every amenity</div>
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you can think of. </div>
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You can also take a Trapp Family History tour which I think </div>
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I love that they were flying the American flag</div>
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as well as the Austrian flag.</div>
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And just look at the view!</div>
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The lodge faces the rolling mountains of Vermont.</div>
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We were lucky that even though it was very cold, </div>
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it was a gorgeous sunny day.</div>
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Can you believe that blue sky?</div>
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We did not go inside so here are a few pictures from their <a href="http://www.trappfamily.com/video-and-photo-gallery.htm" target="_blank">website</a>.</div>
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Not too shabby!</div>
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You can see many more photos <a href="http://www.trappfamily.com/video-and-photo-gallery.htm" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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It's such an amazing story of adversity, survival and triumph.</div>
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. . . okay are you still singing . . . <i>bright copper kettles and warm</i></div>
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Recently I posted about my new window treatments in our dining nook.</div>
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Our kitchen windows got treated to the same valances so I'm back</div>
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These were so much easier to hang since I was able to use tension rods -</div>
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They fit perfectly!</div>
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I think it was just meant to be - some sort of coffee </div>
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pod and wooden box fate : )</div>
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Now that we have the valances hung and the coffeemaker and </div>
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coffee pod issues settled, all is right with the kitchen.</div>
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I have done a couple posts on kitchens with<br />
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It has been awhile though, so today I have rounded up some more<br />
amazing kitchens with cottage style that also incorporate blue in<br />
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The kitchen above and the one below have white upper cabinets</div>
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It has sort of a french country feeling but in an updated way.</div>
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Don't you love that "Saltbox Inn" sign?</div>
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Finally, after 9 years, we have window treatments in our dining nook.</div>
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I almost can't believe it.</div>
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It's been a challenge finding something I liked that would work</div>
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on this very wide (110 inches) window without spending a fortune.</div>
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Sorry these pictures aren't so great - it's difficult to get good ones with all the light that comes in. </div>
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I guess it's a good problem to have since I love having big windows and lots of natural light.</div>
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I did have to cut a couple of them to make them fit the width of the windows exactly.</div>
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I chose these faux wood curtain rods that I found at Target.</div>
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I really like the contrast of the darker wood.</div>
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It was pretty much an all day job, getting the rods up and the valances</div>
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hung so everything was even and looked good.</div>
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Here is my old cupboard door that used to be hung near the refrigerator.</div>
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The other side of it is a blue/green color which is the side that was showing before.</div>
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I have been looking for a new sofa table for the long wall in our family</div>
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room and I'm happy to say that I finally found one that I love.<br />
This table is 60" wide and is a much better fit than the 48" table I had.<br />
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I found some inspiring spaces that I think are dreamy and romantic.</div>
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a sweet child, a good friend or a furry friend.</div>
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Happy Valentine's Day!</div>
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<span style="color: #3d85c6;">❤︎ JoAnne</span></div>
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Just before Christmas, we went on a short trip to Stowe, Vermont.</div>
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Hubby and the kids love to ski so that is what they did but you</div>
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Yes, a little shopping and exploring of course.</div>
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I really love New England and the small town of Stowe lived</div>
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up to the picture in my mind of an adorable New England town.</div>
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Do you love little New England towns too?</div>
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I dream of living in one of them someday.</div>
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I have always loved the phrase "Home for the Holidays".</div>
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Even though we are taking a short trip right before Christmas,</div>
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Of course, home can be wherever the people I love will be.<br />
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But I don't mind if it also includes a cute little reindeer.<br />
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And a decorated mantel.<br />
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A Christmas tree, of course.<br />
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Christmas also includes our cute kitty with visions of sugarplums dancing<br />
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It's almost here.</div>
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Are you all scrambling to be ready for the big day like I am?</div>
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It will all get done - at least good enough, right?</div>
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That's what I keep telling myself.</div>
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We're actually going on a short ski trip right before Christmas.</div>
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I'm not sure who's crazy idea that was!</div>
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With our oldest being in college now, it's more difficult to find </div>
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a time when we can do things as a family.</div>
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So my deadline is very near.</div>
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I need to have everything ready before we leave.</div>
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But don't worry (just in case you would) - I won't be skiing.</div>
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You can find me in the lodge by the fire with a warm drink.<br />
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Sounds very relaxing about right now.</div>
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I hope you enjoyed these pictures of our simple dining nook as I rambled on<br />
and I hope to share a little more of Christmas at our house before we leave on our trip.<br />
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Have a wonderful and productive week with hopefully a little bit of<br />
relaxation and enjoyment of the season mixed in.<br />
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Thanks a bunch for visiting!<br />
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I recently saw <a href="http://findinghomefarms.com/toolbox-crate-christmas-tree/" target="_blank">THIS POST</a> about a Christmas tree made with</div>
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old toolboxes and crates. I thought it was soooo cute and thought</div>
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I could make something similar with some of my old boxes and baskets.</div>
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Here is what I came up with.</div>
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I think it turned out kind of cute.</div>
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I placed it in this formerly plain and boring corner near our back sliding doors.</div>
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I love how quick and easy it was too.</div>
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The basket I used as one of the layers did give me fits though</div>
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since it is not completely flat so it was making the "tree" lean to one side.</div>
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A little bit of maneuvering and I finally got it to stand up straight.</div>
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I topped it with a mini tree.</div>
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I found this jingly bell star at Joann's the other day</div>
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and attached it to the (unruly) basket.</div>
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It fits in well with the rustic look.</div>
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So there you have it.</div>
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A quick and (mostly) easy tree made from boxes and baskets.</div>
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And don't you love when you can use things you already have?</div>
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The only thing I purchased was the star ornament.</div>
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It turned this plain corner into something a little more magical.</div>
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I hope you are enjoying the holiday season </div>
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and keeping it all simple and easy.</div>
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That is what I'm <i>trying</i> to do - ha ha!</div>
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