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Merry Christmas From The Sunshine Cottage

December 16, 2021~ Christmas, Decorating, Everyday Living, Faith, Sunshine Cottage

Merry Thursday my friends!

“And this is the testimony, that God gave us eternal life, and this life is in his Son.”
‭‭1 John‬ ‭5:11

You are invited to a Sunshine Cottage Christmas! We hope you have a very merry visit!

Christmas gives me the opportunity to bring out my collections. Long-time readers have seen the ceramic Santas made by my beloved Mother. I am excited to use them in the cottage this year.

Nutcrackers escaped from the dining table and are feeling more at home in the cottage. The old Underwood typewriter is a perfect spot to place our son’s family Christmas card!

So many sweet memories each year as I unwrap and place the Santas. Do you get misty eyed unboxing Christmas decorations? It is like visiting with old friends once again.

Our girls love these pretty Madame Alexander dolls! My mother had a display cabinet filled with them. Daddy has left them untouched, except for an occasional dusting by the sweet lady that keeps his house. I brought a few home for the girls to enjoy!

I had determined I would not purchase any new Christmas dishes. But that was before I saw these at TJ Maxx. They could not jump in my cart fast enough! I just couldn’t pass up the Christmas Sleigh dinner plates by Royal Stafford.

The reason we celebrate Christmas – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”
‭‭John‬ ‭3:16‬ ‭

I have way too many collections, but I haven’t been able to part with them because of the memories attached. My Mother started the Byers’ Choice Carolers collection and one of my dear friends added many more! They have sung from the mantel, the foyer, and now they are singing in the Sunshine Cottage!

The nutcrackers were featured recently on a tablescape. In case you missed it, you can see it here.

This will be the only year that the cottage will have a doll tree. By next year WL will be old enough to enjoy Christmas and I will come up with a different idea for the tree. Most of these Madame Alexander dolls are from the storybook collection. I kept the tree simple to allow the dolls to be featured.

Fresh Leyland Cypress softens the hard scape and adds texture to the shelves Green majolica plates are paired with the Santa sleigh plates and bottlebrush trees!

I love the colorful whimsy the nutcrackers and plates provide on this side of the room.

The comfy chair where I read and occasionally nap with EK! The best naps are while holding a sleeping grandchild!

Over the years the choir has grown to twenty-eight members.

Five year old Ella Mae arranged the carolers and said, “Don’t move them, PJ!” I haven’t.

Snuggles the bear rarely leaves the cottage. He was first loved by our son and now our grandchildren! He has been repaired once and will probably need more!

This is the second Christmas season for the cottage. It has been a fun place for the grands to play and I have to admit it is a fun adult play house for me!

Thank you so much for your visit and gracious comments. Wishing you a joy-filled day!

Linking with:
 Pieced Pastimes,  Between Naps on the Porch, Katherines Corner, Follow The Yellow Brick Home,
 Imparting Grace,Life and Linda

 

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  1. Mary says

    December 16, 2021 at 5:30 AM

    Merry Thursday Pam! So much Christmas cheer in your Sunshine Cottage with all your collections of nutcrackers, carolers, dolls, dishes and greenery! I know your girls love visiting what must seem like it’s a life size doll house. I love your new Christmas Sleigh plates too. ♥

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 7:48 AM

      Thanks so much, Mary. Enjoy your day ♥️

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  2. Nancy says

    December 16, 2021 at 6:44 AM

    Good Morning Pam. Merry Thursday to you!
    I enjoyed our sweet visit to the Sunshine Cottage all decorated so beautifully for Christmas.
    I too would have purchased those Christmas Sleigh Plates. They are perfect next to your Momma’s Santa’s.
    Enjoy the Season my friend.
    Merry Thursday to you!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 7:48 AM

      Thanks so much, Nancy. Enjoy your day ♥️

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  3. Cathy says

    December 16, 2021 at 7:11 AM

    Merry Christmas, Pam! Beautiful cottage and I agree about those naps holding grands!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 7:47 AM

      Thank you, Cathy!

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  4. Roxanne Bernard says

    December 16, 2021 at 7:23 AM

    Oh sweet Pam, Sunshine Cottage has never glowed more brightly! It is beautiful!! What makes it so very special is that each piece tells your story. I always get misty eyed also as I unpack my pieces. How sweet that EK arranged your carolers, and what a fine job she did. My newest addition has been a 1960s ceramic tree that belonged to John’s mother and was made by his late sister-in-law…a true family treasure. This week was bittersweet because Mumsy’s beloved kitty came to live with us in September and passed on Tuesday. He was 20 and she was 96, they both knew the secret to living long and well.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 7:47 AM

      Thank you dear one! I am so sorry to hear of Mumsy’s kitty. They both enjoyed a long life. The ceramic tree is a treasure, my Mother made so many and gave away. Have a beautiful day ♥️

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  5. Maureen says

    December 16, 2021 at 7:45 AM

    As commented above your cottage is truly a life size doll house! Love all your collections. Merry Christmas!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 7:49 AM

      Thank you, Maureen. I admit it is lots of fun!

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  6. Ruth Miller says

    December 16, 2021 at 8:12 AM

    My mother started me on my Byers Choice carolers too. I also have way too many collections as well but…hard for someone who loves Christmas and collecting to put a halt to adding. xo

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 8:19 AM

      I agree, Ruthie! Wishing you a lovely day.

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  7. Penny at Enjoying The Simple Things says

    December 16, 2021 at 8:51 AM

    Your cottage is like a Christmas wonderland! I bet the grands really love it.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 11:28 PM

      Thank you, Penny. We played in the cottage this afternoon!

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  8. Kris@Junkchiccottage says

    December 16, 2021 at 9:25 AM

    Pam everything looks so pretty. You have such a wonderful collection. The Nutcrackers, the Santa’s and those carolers are just adorable. Glad you have such good memories tied to them too. Happy Thursday. xoxo

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 11:27 PM

      Thank you Kris. Merry weekend to you ♥️

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  9. marmeladegypsy says

    December 16, 2021 at 9:27 AM

    The storybook cottage is enchantment personified! I love the nutcrackers, all the Santas, well, everything! The table is lovely (the plaid looks great!). Who knows? Maybe next year’s tree — if it has a toy theme — can use dolls AND boy things! They look wonderful tucked in there. I used to have a few of those and wish I still did! (I know what you mean about too many collections!) I believe our Christmas homes say so much about us — not just that we are decorating people, but in what we use and how we use it. The collections of the past and present, the toys, all the little touches. Yours is so warm and lovely! Happiness to you!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 11:26 PM

      Jeanie, thanks so much for your sweet comments. I have never thought about our Christmas homes saying so much about us. I believe you are right.

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  10. Shirley Elliott says

    December 16, 2021 at 9:30 AM

    Oh, so special in so many ways🥰

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 11:24 PM

      Thank you, Shirley!

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  11. Shannon@Belle Bleu Interiors says

    December 16, 2021 at 9:51 AM

    Oh, what a happy and merry place to enjoy the season! Sunshine Cottage is beautiful in her Christmas finest. You have so many wonderful collections. When I was a little girl, I loved dolls! That doll tree is precious! Merry Christmas, sweet friend!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 9:14 PM

      Thank you for your sweet comments. Merry Christmas, my friend!

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  12. Clara says

    December 16, 2021 at 10:04 AM

    Pam, The Sunshine Cottage is beautiful! I love the Santa Sleigh plates! A perfect addition! Your Mom’s Santas are always a delight to see and enjoy. She was so talented. The dolls are a wonderful addition as well and have great memories. Everything is just gorgeous. What a wonderful play house for the grands and you as well. The Christmas card is adorable! Enjoy your day. Clara❤️

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 9:13 PM

      Thank you dearest Clara. Your comments always warm my heart ♥️

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  13. Carole @ From My Carolina Home says

    December 16, 2021 at 10:34 AM

    Lovely memories with your decorations, Pam. Love those plates! I said no more dishes too, but then got a set of bowls to match my Christmas stoneware, LOL!! Sometimes you just cannot resist.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 9:12 PM

      Oh Carole, it seems I can always find room for a few more dishes!

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  14. Judy Mearing says

    December 16, 2021 at 10:35 AM

    Merry Christmas ✝️ Thank you for the verses all year. Praying for all of you and yours. Have a blessed Christmas.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 9:11 PM

      Thank you, Judy. I love sharing scripture. It is our prayer that God uses it for His glory. Merry Christmas to you and yours.

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  15. inspiredbyjoydianne says

    December 16, 2021 at 10:54 AM

    Sunshine Cottage has never looked so festive and beautiful. Love the carolers so much. It is all perfection. It should be in Victoria as well as your home. God Bless.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 9:10 PM

      You are so sweet Dianne. How is your brother? 🙏🏻

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  16. Sharon says

    December 16, 2021 at 11:50 AM

    Your posts lift our hearts!! I just love them!! Thank you!
    Sharon

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 9:09 PM

      Sharon, thank you so much!

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  17. Alice Genzlinger says

    December 16, 2021 at 12:40 PM

    Oh Pam, everything is wonderful. Snuggles in the chair touches my heart, and oh, the doll tree. What an idea. The family card from Seth setting on the old typewriter, the madame Alexander dolls. I still have mind laying in a cradle. I too would have grabbed the plates. Don’t have any where to store more but surely I’ll find someplace. Your moms santa. Everything to bring our hearts back home. To much to mention all of it. Precious!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 9:09 PM

      Alice, your comments warm my sentimental heart. Thank you for sharing your lovely thoughts and your own precious memories♥️

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  18. Heritage Hall says

    December 16, 2021 at 1:03 PM

    Please tell our EM she did a wonderful job of displaying the carolers…I suspect she is demonstrating the DNA connection to
    her talented Grandma….Every wall of the cottage is a visual gift of all things Christmas memory. You were blessed to have the
    remarkable (in so many ways) Mother you had. The unpacking of traditional pieces makes my eyes misty and surprisingly catches my throat as well. You just don’t realize the impact some items will have on your heart for many years hence. Tell us
    about that handsome tartan Santa above the beautiful plate collection. He would be the perfect match for our plaid corner
    arrangement. The family photos are the perfect centerpiece of what your Sunshine Cottage is all about – devotion and caring. Thank you, Pam, for allowing us to open this beautifully wrapped Christmas gift a bit early.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 9:07 PM

      Your sweet comments brought tears. The tartan Santa belonged to my Mother. I don’t know where it came from. I brought it from my Dad’s a few weeks ago to give it a new home in the cottage.♥️

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  19. creationsbycindyphotography.blogspot.com says

    December 16, 2021 at 1:59 PM

    Merry Thursday to you dear Pam. Everything looks so festive. I do hope that you have a most wonderful Christmas friend. Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 9:04 PM

      Thank you, Cindy. Merry Christmas my friend!

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  20. Michele Morin says

    December 16, 2021 at 2:24 PM

    Merry Thursday to you, too! Your caroler choir is glorious!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 9:03 PM

      Thank you, Michele!

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  21. Barbara at Mantel and Table says

    December 16, 2021 at 2:36 PM

    I love it all, but especially those carolers so carefully arranged! And I like you even more knowing you didn’t move them! 🙂 Lots of Christmas love my friend!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 9:03 PM

      Thank you, Barbara. No I couldn’t move a one. Merry Christmas, my friend!

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  22. Tea With Jennifer says

    December 16, 2021 at 6:33 PM

    What a Christmas delight Pam! Bless you sweet friend ❤️
    Jennifer

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 9:02 PM

      Thank you, dear one ♥️

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  23. Linda Stoll says

    December 16, 2021 at 7:11 PM

    Oh those plates, that cozy chair, and your creative spirit, friend! I am so grateful that God has brought you into my life … you’ve added such a spark to how I look at my home and His creation. Your gentle spirit and tender smile have warmed many a chilly season.

    Merry Christmas to you and yours, dear Pam.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 9:01 PM

      Linda, thank you for your sweet and encouraging words. Merry Christmas to you and yours, my friend.

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  24. Paula Short says

    December 16, 2021 at 8:57 PM

    I so loved visiting today Pam. So beautiful. Blessings and Merry Christmas to you and your family.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 16, 2021 at 9:00 PM

      Thank you, Paula. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

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  25. Laurie says

    December 17, 2021 at 10:28 AM

    Merry Christmas!
    Love the caroling people!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 18, 2021 at 8:53 PM

      Thank you, Laurie. Merry Christmas!

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  26. Denise/My Home of All Seasons says

    December 17, 2021 at 10:37 AM

    Thank you for sharing Pam. It is all just so beautiful! I do get teary eyed unwrapping my Christmas decorations. Each one comes with a memory of years past. I get the same way when it’s time to take them down though! Merry Christmas to you and thanks for brightening my day!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 18, 2021 at 8:52 PM

      Thank you so much, Denise. Wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas!

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  27. Sandra at Maison De Jardin says

    December 17, 2021 at 12:40 PM

    Good morning, dear Pam. Oh, how I enjoyed my visit to ‘Sunshine Cottage.’ It is such a happy place and decorated for Christmas puts it over the top. I can tell you for certain, those dishes would have jumped in my cart too. They are so pretty – I know you will enjoy them. Ella Mae seems to have a good eye for placement of things. She did an excellent job with the carolers.
    Pam, know I wish you and your family a beautiful Christmas. Many thanks for the joy you share during the entire year. Blessings, dear friend.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 18, 2021 at 8:51 PM

      Thank you Sandra. I enjoy decorating it for the girls. I hope to spend some time relaxing over the next couple of weeks in my chair. Merriest of Christmases to you and Michael! You are a sweet encourager and friend!

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  28. dolores says

    December 17, 2021 at 2:00 PM

    Dear friends, the Christmas atmosphere couldn’t be better displayed. All beautiful, cheerful, fun. Some have grown up during all this time as the choir of Christmas singers … how beautiful !!!! I love it … you really did a great job !!!!
    Doing a count are all my favorite characters like the nutcrackers and especially the singers, I love them.
    Happiness, love, good health and all the best for the whole family, With much love

    Dolores

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  29. Marion says

    December 17, 2021 at 4:53 PM

    Thank You Pam for sharing this beautiful post. Wishing you and your family A MERRY CHRISTMAS and A HAPPY NEW YEAR
    Marilyn,Joan and Marion

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 18, 2021 at 8:45 PM

      Wishing you, Joan, and Marilyn a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year’

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  30. Bev says

    December 18, 2021 at 10:59 AM

    Always love your blog!!! I love the Scripture verses. I’m looking for the Christmas salad wreath recipe. Was this on your blog!!!???

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 18, 2021 at 8:48 PM

      Thank you, Bev. Mary at Home Is Where the Boat is might have shared the recipe.

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  31. Elizabeth Phillips says

    December 18, 2021 at 1:18 PM

    Oh I love your choir collection! The Cottage looks wonderful and Merry Christmas to you and your family.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 18, 2021 at 8:46 PM

      Thanks so much, Elizabeth. Merry Christmas to you and your family!

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  32. Bonnie Morgan says

    December 19, 2021 at 8:09 AM

    How pretty and festive the Sunshine Cottage is! I love all your collections and your sweet way of describing them.
    I agree, you get very sentimental when you unwrap your ornaments remembering who gave them to you and the time associated with them.
    You have the gift of arranging and display. Very pretty!
    Wishing you a good week. I do hope you will take some time for yourself and rest. Merry Christmas, my friend.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 20, 2021 at 9:34 AM

      Thank you, Bonnie. Rest begins tomorrow!

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  33. the Painted Apron says

    December 19, 2021 at 9:19 AM

    Such a festive and cozy place to “play” with all of your beautiful things! I loved Madam Alexander dolls when I was a child, how wonderful that your mother kept so many for you and your granddaughters to enjoy…the tree ia adorable! I love your carolers too, so much Christmas fun! The shelves are such a great way to enjoy so many pretty plates and nutcrackers. The Sunshine Cottage is like a Christmas fairyland!
    Jenna

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  34. Linda Primmer says

    December 19, 2021 at 10:28 AM

    Sunshine Cottage is so festive and fun. I adore your Beautiful collections. The Carole’s are so special and I loved that Ella Mae arranged them. Love the greenery and those plates. A special cottage to embrace memories. Merry Christmas.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 20, 2021 at 9:27 AM

      Thank you, Linda. The cottage is a place for memories. Merry Christmas!

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  35. Cheryl says

    December 20, 2021 at 12:11 PM

    Everything looks so festive and homey! Merry Christmas week to you and your family!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      December 21, 2021 at 9:24 AM

      Wishing you and your sweet family a joyous Christmas!

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 And may God enfold you in His love.”

#everydaylivingwithbutchandpam #stpatricksday
It felt like spring today with a high in the upper It felt like spring today with a high in the upper 70’s. Do you ever forget what you have? I do, so I compiled a partial catalog of my teapots. I have included some here and more on my blog. Click the LINK in my profile to see more! 

#teapot #teapotcollector #teapots #teaontuesdays #teatime #teatimemagazine #teatimepoetry_ #southernladymag #victoriamagazine #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy Monday! With March bringing the promise of s Happy Monday! With March bringing the promise of spring and looking forward to our garden awakening, I planted a blooming bulb garden in my Sunshine Cottage! The butcher block countertop under a window, was a perfect place for a mini garden. Muscari, hyacinths, tulips, and daffodils danced in the sunlight and filled the cottage with an amazing fragrance! 

It is Monday Morning Blooms with friends Lidy @frenchgardenhouse Shannon @bellebleuinteriors and Mary homeiswheretheboatis.net

LINK in bio to view blog posts

#southernladymag #victoriamagazine #bulbgarden  #springbulbs #indoorgardening #muscari #hyacinths #pjssunshinecottage #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam #thecottagejournal #portmeirion
Hello friends, I don’t know about you, but I am Hello friends, I don’t know about you, but I am ready for spring. Meteorological Spring begins this Saturday, March 1 and I am going with it. I have pulled spring flower arrangements from my blog archives. I hope you enjoy the flower therapy! You can see all of them by clicking on the  LINK in bio.

#springflowers #springflowerarrangement #springtime #southernladymag #victoriamagazine #flowermagazine #aprilcornell #gardener #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy Tuesday! Welcome to the Sunshine Cottage whe Happy Tuesday! Welcome to the Sunshine Cottage where it is warm and cozy on this cold February day. It is Tea on Tuesdays and I have set a tea table with the “Blue Roses” collection that was a collaboration between @victoriamagazine and @april.cornell The exclusive porcelain pattern and matching linens have been used many times and I still enjoy their blue and white beauty. Instead of fresh flowers, porcelain ones require no arranging. Sweet treats pair perfectly with a traditional English Breakfast tea. I am joining friends Sarah @sjpa48 and Mary homeiswheretheboatis.net

#teaontuesdays #teatime #victoriamagazine #aprilcornell #southernladymag #teatimemagazine #thecottagejournal #teatimepoetry #porcelainflowers #pjssunshinecottage #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy Thursday and Valentine’s Eve! In celebrati Happy Thursday and Valentine’s Eve! In celebration of the day, I pulled images from my blog archives for inspiration❤️💗❤️

Wishing everyone a lovely Valentine’s Day ❤️

#valentinesday #southernladymag #victoriamagazine #traditionalstyle #grandmillenial #valentinestablescape #valentinedecor #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy first Monday of February! After so many cold Happy first Monday of February! After so many cold days, we are experiencing a tease of spring with a 73 degree day that is forecast. After the gray and cloudy days, I needed a dose of color and decided to set a colorful citrus themed brunch! Using a bird gold and pewter stand, I mixed a citrus medley of lemons, oranges, and limes with pink and white carnations as the centerpiece. The table is highlighted with blue and white dishware. Fresh squeezed orange juice, French-pressed coffee and sweet treats of lemon poppyseed muffins, lemon cake with lemon icing, and lemon pastries are perfect for a small brunch. A faux lemon topiary belonged to my beloved Mother and seemed a perfect addition to a citrus-themed table! You are invited to join me and my Monday Morning Blooms friends, Lidy @frenchgardenhouse Sarah @sjpa48 and Mary homeiswheretheboatsis.net by clicking the LINK in my bio!

#mondaymorningblooms🌻 #citrus #floraldesign #brunch #southernladymagazine #victoriamagazine #thecottagejournal #grandmillennial #traditionaldecor #lemons #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Welcome to Sunshine Cottage where I have been fluf Welcome to Sunshine Cottage where I have been fluffing for Valentine’s Day! For many years my Sweetheart and I have celebrated February 14th at home where it is quiet, no reservations are required, and we always have a table by the window! 

I love the traditional colors of red and pink! Frilly carnations fill a vintage Staffordshire, ‘Charlotte’ pitcher which rests on an antique Limoges plate with a velvet gold-crowned heart. The plate stack consists of a Royal Stafford ‘Asiatic pheasant’ dinner plate, American Atelier ‘Baroque’ luncheon/salad plate, Johnson Brothers, ‘Winchester’ salad plate, and a vintage pierced Bavarian rose plate! I am a huge fan of mixing colors, patterns, and textures for a collected look. 

I have joined 17 table stylists for a Valentine’s Day Blog Hop. Click the LINK in my bio to see all of the Valentine inspiration!

#southernladymag #valentineday #valentinestablescape #valentinesday #victoriamagazine #romanticdecor #traditionalstyle #replacementsltd #flowermagazine #thecottagejournal #pjssunshinecottage #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy Tuesday! On this very cold winter’s day, I Happy Tuesday! On this very cold winter’s day, I am serving my favorite tea, Earl Grey, in the Sunshine Cottage where it is warm and cozy! The magic of dancing sunlight enhances the table that is dressed with a warm tartan plaid throw repurposed as a tablecloth! ‘Winter Fauna’ bird salad plates from Pottery Barn (many years ago and now discontinued) remind me of the birds I watch from my kitchen window during the winter season. The Grace Teaware set adds more blue and white to the Spode ‘Blue Room’ dinner plates. Sweet treats were placed on a stack of Bordallo Pinheiro plates! A darling Hummel ‘Icy Adventure’ depicts a scene of an outdoor frozen pond with a pair of sweet ice skaters, a rosy cheeked boy and girl who have fallen down on the ice. I am sharing Tea on Tuesdays with Shannon @bellebleuinteriors and Mary homeiswheretheboatis.net Link in my Bio will take you to my blog post! Stay warm and safe!

#teaontuesdays #teatime #teatimemagazine #teatimepoetry #victoriamagazine #southernladymag #pjssunshinecottage #tea #graceteaware #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy Thursday! Mid January with cold weather and Happy Thursday! Mid January with cold weather and I am thinking about my spring and summer garden! I have ordered seeds that are to arrive tomorrow…zinnias, sunflowers, and giant marigolds! On today’s blog post (LINK IN BIO) I am sharing my photo journal from 2024’s garden! Grab a cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and join me.

#mygarden #gardening #cottagegarden #gardendesignmag #gardengatemagazine #southernladymag #victoriamagazine #gardener #gardeninglife #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
My precious family enjoying a rare snowfall in Ala My precious family enjoying a rare snowfall in Alabama!
Rare scenes in our Northeast Alabama Foothills! # Rare scenes in our Northeast Alabama Foothills!

#snowday #winterwonderland #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
On this cold, gray, and wintry day I am sharing fl On this cold, gray, and wintry day I am sharing flower therapy to hopefully brighten your day! On the blog today is a review of my 2024 Monday Morning Blooms! Joining me are my friends, Lidy @frenchgardenhouse and Mary homeiswheretheboatis.net 

CLICK LINK IN BIO for blog post! I hope everyone stays safe and warm!

#mondaymorningblooms🌻 #floralarrangement #flowerarrangement #southernladymag #victoriamagazine #flowertherapy #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam #tablesetting #tablescapes
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