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Pottery Barn Inspiration
I am participating in a 31 day writing challenge. My topic is 31 days of Flipping Out and relates to things I find and flip.
In the Kitchen with Emilie Barnes
I’ve been asked to write a guest post for a book review at Belle’s Library, so I’ve chosen The Spirit of Loveliness by Emilie Barnes. If
Football Game Etiquette
It’s THE season! Fun, food and football! What more could we want? Well, good manners and courtesy toward our fellow fans would be a nice addition,
Bliss by Candlelight
The outer candles were lit and the wax dripped down the tapers.The one candle in the center of the candelabra stood dark. A wick unlit. The bride and
8 Ideas for Fall Decor
As the North Pole continues it’s shift away from the sun, our days will begin to get cooler and crisper. As a result, I love
A Landscaping Dream
Fall is here and it’s time to think about bulbs to plant, fall foliage trips, and when to purchase mums and pumpkins for the porch.
Dealer in Purple Cloth
I’ve met a successful business woman who inspires me. She’s a family woman. She is a great hostess. She knows her business inside and
Passwords with Power
While searching for something completely different on Pinterest, I stumbled upon this post from Mauricio Estrella. With his permission, I have copied and pasted it in it’s
Growing Pains
To my nearest and dearest faithful readers, Do you remember waking up at night with that ache in your legs as a child? Did you, like
New York Takes Triple Crown
If you’ve been watching as faithfully as I have over the years, you’re already placing bets on who will win next year. Yes, three years
Happier Than a Slinky on an Escalator
Last year I found my dream boots. I wore them almost every day that I left the house and even joked with a friend of
Rainbow Row of Fairhope
While on a walk along Mobile Bay recently, I stumbled upon this beautiful site. These lovely ladies meet here once a week. They bring their
The Best is Yet to Be
On September 5th Mr. Cozi and I celebrated our 34th wedding anniversary. He is (almost) perfect and stretched himself a little closer by planning our celebration
The Style We Choose
Every day of the week and twice on Sundays, we ladies go to our closet and choose an outfit. Sometimes we choose comfort for lounging
The Devil’s Beatin’ His Wife
It was a beautiful sunny day all around my house yesterday except for the one dark cloud brooding above my roof. I was sitting on my
Wind, Reel and Print
Mr. Cozi and I recently attended the Birmingham Sidewalk Film Festival. We learned a thing or two and visited some places that we’d never been –
The Latest and Greatest from Chico’s
This month’s fashion show with the Real Model Connection featured Chico’s. Darlene Real Higginbotham and Diane, manager of Chico’s at the Summit-Birmingham put on a
The Flowers in My Garden
When I asked my friend, Prissy, to be a “Grand Ideas” feature, she said, “Of course, I will. I’m all over this one!” Not one
Thrifting for Wedding Gifts
My second cousin, Mallory is getting married. She’s a beautiful girl with a beautiful heart and when I was asked to help give her a
Girls of Fall – Mobile, AL
On Thursday, August 21, 2014, the Girls of Fall event took place in Mobile, AL. If you’ve never been to one of these events, mark
The World is a Bully – Jesus is the Target
I’ve seen it first hand. I guess I’ve been living in a bubble or under a rock, but it is obvious now. The world is
What Knot to Wear
Today’s Fashion Friday is my attempt at tying up a few loose ends. Last week’s feature, A Fashion Wrap with my friend, Lorraine of Clamco, sparked an interest
Thoughtful Thursday No. 5
Well folks, this may not smell as lovely as Chanel, but here it is! My fifth link party. It’s growing, so who knows, we may be able
Returning to the 100 Acre Library
Our blogging group, Southern Bloggers Jubilee, had our August meeting at the Fairhope Public Library. What a trip down memory lane! When my children were
