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circa 2019: Decor with Thrift Store Finds It was a beautiful week here in the Ozarks. It wasn’t too warm or too cold. Spring perfection. I hope you can say the same! Let’s do a little catching up, shall we? 1. The week was pretty typical — work, gym, walking dogs. The extras included a…
InspirationalWhen You’re in a Funk (Real Life Version)
Every now and then, I find myself in a bit of a funk… and I don’t even know why. Nothing major. Nothing dramatic. Just that quiet, lingering feeling where motivation is low, creativity feels stuck, and even the simplest things take a little more effort than usual. If you’ve ever been there too, you know…
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It’s been a very quiet couple of weeks on the home front—nothing too exciting, just slower days and simple routines. 1. Spring has certainly sprung around here. We’ve had lots of rain… even tornado watches (not my favorite, but they come with living in the Midwest). Nevertheless, I’m enjoying all of the green and vibrant…
PrintablesHappy May Day Printable Tags
There’s just something so charming about the idea of Happy May Day… a simple basket, a few fresh blooms, and a little surprise left on someone’s doorstep. It feels nostalgic in the very best way—like something from a slower, simpler time. I’ll be honest, I hadn’t thought much about May Day in years. But recently,…
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Happy hellos from my little corner of the world to yours! It’s been a minute, right? Let’s do this. 1. Happy Easter! Do you have any fun and exciting plans for Easter? We’ll be attending church with the family and grabbing a bite to eat at Hemingways, located in our local Bass Pro. 2. Best…
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Happy hellos from a very steamy day here in the Ozarks. Our high today will be 90°F. Gulp. Doesn’t really feel like Spring. What are the temps in your neck of the woods? 1. I’m back from Texas and had such a wonderful visit with my dear lifelong friend, Stacy. Our parents went to college…
Instant Pot, Pressure Cooker/Instant PotsInstant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs
After getting back from a recent trip, one of the first things I like to do is reset my routine — especially in the kitchen. Travel is wonderful, but it always leaves me craving simple, nourishing foods and a little bit of structure. That’s where Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs come in. When life feels…
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photo credit: Boston Public Library Hello from my little corner of the Ozarks. It’s been one of those weeks that felt both full and a little slow at the same time. Here’s some randomness from the week. Enjoy! 1. Walking through the neighborhood this week was such a treat. Hearing the birds chirping and seeing…
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