Everyday Living

The Perfect Blend

~ Decorating

 “Oil and perfume make the heart glad, and the sweetness of a friend comes from his earnest counsel.”
‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭27:9‬ ‭

Meeting up with a friend usually calls for three things: coffee, snacks, and conversation.  There is a local coffee shop that I love, and has been my spot for a few years now.  The atmosphere is wonderful as are their lattes and scones!  But, some days, it’s nice to have all of those elements within the comforts of my own home!  Come and sit down for what I consider the perfect blend…an afternoon of conversation, lattes, and sweet treats!  A favorite gift from Butch is a Nespresso machine which makes excellent espressos, lattes, and cappuccinos!  On this particular afternoon it was lattes in china cups and saucers purchased at the “longest yard sale”!  I know this bargain set of china will soon be making its debut on Tablescape Tuesday!  My coffee table is set with a late summer/early autumn theme in mind, in other words, transitional!  I discovered this Italian bowl last week at TJ Maxx – so perfect for delicious apples!  Just a few treats to enjoy with our lattes!  On the top tier is original Scottish “butter tablet” that we brought home from our recent trip to the British Isles!  Butter tablet is a sugary, fudge-like confection made from sugar, condensed milk, and butter.  The Scots are famous for their sweet tooth!  The rattan tray provides texture and lessens the formality of the white china with its gold rim!  The gold sphere was a recent purchase from (yes, you guessed correctly) TJ Maxx!  Vintage Fenton hobnail vase holds gerber daisies from last week’s Tablescape Tuesday Back Up and Punt.  Recycle and repurpose!  Books are always on our coffee table no matter the season!  The tiered stand belonged to my Mother…who had the beautiful gift of hospitality!  On the bottom tier are “rocky road brownies” and “shortbread” from Scotland!  The coffee table is an antique with a gold inlaid design – still a favorite after all these years!  Thanks for visiting with me on a cloudy afternoon for lattes and sweet conversation!  Please come again, you are always welcome!

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Simple + Southern Sunday No. 44

~ Simple + Southern Sunday

“Only fear the Lord and serve him faithfully with all your heart. For consider what great things he has done for you.”
‭‭1 Samuel‬ ‭12:24‬ ‭sss241-1 “O how He loves you and me, O how He loves you and me,He gave His life, what more could He give? O how He loves you, O how He loves me,
O how He loves you and me!”
Kurt Kaiser

sss “Oh come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation! Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to him with songs of praise!”
‭‭Psalm‬ ‭95:1-2‬ ‭ Cotton-candy clouds over pastures in England! I really like to photograph architecture!  This door caught my eye on our recent trip to the British Isles! Hummingbirds love Katy’s new home!  Are Kara and Emma not the cutest ballerinas ever?Morning in the garden!
“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
‭‭Lamentations‬ ‭3:22-23‬ ‭Oreo excels at his favorite pastime!  Saturday sunrise over our pasture!    Sunrise over the lake just a few miles from our home! Farfalle with parmesan chicken, marinara, and fresh basil!  Buon Appetito!  He (or she?) spent the morning peering through our dining room window! This duo gave their best pose!IMG_9043   “I was glad when they said to me,
‘Let us go to the house of the Lord!’”
Psalm 122:1
final-closer-both-1 Linking with Pieced Pastimes, Silver Pennies, Life on Lakeshore Drive, Thoughts From Alice, Mod Vintage Life, Coastal Charm, My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia, The Dedicated House, Dwellings-Heart of Your Home, Savvy Southern Style, Ivy and Elephants, French Country Cottage, From My Front Porch To Yours, Stone Gable, Confessions of a Plate Addict, Worthing Court, Between Naps on the Porch, Cedar Hill Farmhouse, A Stroll Thru Life, The Charm of Home, Cornerstone Confessions, A Delightsome Life, Imparting Grace, Posed Perfection, Katherines Corner, My Romantic Home, Rooted In Thyme, Share Your Cup, The Enchanting Rose, Alabama Women Bloggers, 21 Rosemary Lane, Northern Nesting, Cozy Little House, Rattlebridge Farm, The Turquoise Home, My Flagstaff Home, In The New House, Natasha in Oz, Vintage Refined, Karens Up On The Hill, Grammie Time

Pam-perings: The August Edition

~ Pamperings

“Keep my commandments and live; keep my teaching as the apple of your eye; bind them on your fingers; write them on the tablet of your heart”
‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭7:2-3‬ ‭

There are so many interesting things you can learn in the blogging world.  I have discovered delicious recipes to try, creative DIY tutorials to attempt, unique places to travel, and interesting books to stick my nose in! And these are things I might not have known about otherwise!  I wanted to join in on the fun, and share with you all some of my favorites!  I am starting a new series today called Pam-perings! I will be sharing with you some of my favorite spaces, places, products, etc!  And please, join in and comment…I want to know what you’re into!
Is there a place in your home that is YOURS?  By that I mean: do you have a favorite chair or a special place that is your “go-to”?  Our kitchen has two very comfortable chairs that Butch and I call a refuge and respite from all the noise of life.  You will find me here every morning before the sun rises with a cup of Italian roast coffee, my ESV study Bible, and a devotional book. Early morning is my favorite time of day…the house is quiet and the stillness is a perfect time to commune with the Lord, which is the most important thing I do!  “My spot” is also where I do my blog work!  So this chair is revisited many, many times during the day!Yum, yum, yum!  I discovered this excellent granola a few weeks ago.  I purchased two bags at my local TJ Maxx Store and have gone back to replenish!  So far, I have tried a Taste of Seattle, a Taste of California, a Taste of Maine, and a Taste of Maui, with Maui being my fav!  It makes a great snack and I sprinkle a little on Greek yogurt and my morning muesli! Of course, homemade granola is the best, but this is a great alternative.  Shhh…let’s keep this one a secret, I don’t want there to be a shortage of Naked Granola! A few years ago, I suddenly developed bad allergies after being allergy free all my life.  I always enjoyed perfumes and colognes, but now most of the ones that I had worn give me terrible headaches and nausea.  The one brand that works for me is Jo Malone.  The scent is subtle and does not enter a room before you do! The fragrances are divided into 7 groups: floral, citrus, fruity, spicy, light floral, woody, and cologne intense.  You can tailor your scent by fragrance combining to create your personal signature!  I am currently combining Blackberry and Bay (fruity) with Wood Sage and Sea Salt (woody) for my signature fragrance! She Reads Truth is an online group of women committed to reading God’s Word together daily! They just launched a new study plan on the book of Daniel and I am enjoying the deep study that they offer! You can sign up for emails here or get the free app for iPhone or Android.  They just launched a new website, He Reads Truth, and Butch and I plan on doing the Daniel reading plan together and discussing the truths we learn!  These are great online tools available for growth in our everyday living!      What a delight these “little books” have been!  I received them as a gift from Katy and I just love each one!  Let me explain what they are, in case you don’t know. They are called Chat Books, and you can download the app and then connect to your Instagram.  Each book holds 60 photos, along with the captions, dates, and even hashtags! As you’ve posted enough photos to your Instagram to fill a book, it ships directly to you!  It’s the little gift that keeps on giving!You get to pick the cover for each one of your books!  Such a great gift idea!

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Linking with Pieced Pastimes, Silver Pennies, Life on Lakeshore Drive, Thoughts From Alice, Mod Vintage Life, Coastal Charm, My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia, The Dedicated House, Dwellings-Heart of Your Home, Savvy Southern Style, Ivy and Elephants, French Country Cottage, From My Front Porch To Yours, Stone Gable, Confessions of a Plate Addict, Worthing Court, Between Naps on the Porch, Cedar Hill Farmhouse, A Stroll Thru Life, The Style Sisters, The Charm of Home, The Winthrop Chronicles, Cornerstone Confessions, A Delightsome Life, Imparting Grace, Posed Perfection, Katherines Corner, My Romantic Home, Chic On A Shoestring Decorating, Rooted In Thyme, Share Your Cup, TheEnchanting Rose, Alabama Women Bloggers, 21 Rosemary Lane, Northern Nesting, Oh My Heartsie Girl,  Cozy Little House, Rattlebridge Farm, The Turquoise Home, My Flagstaff Home, In The New House, Natasha in Oz, Vintage Refined