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Okay, let's get a show of hands, who changes up their decor with the seasons? I find that it's a refreshing way to tap into my ever-evolving creativity!! Fresh and colorful new beginnings are what Spring is all about, and Mother Nature sure knows how to deliver! Unfortunately, in the PNW we may need to…
Have I told you lately how much I love my garden? Well, I do! A few years ago, we did a complete renovation of our backyard (see backyard in Key Elements to Outdoor Entertaining and S’mores posts). When we compiled all of our 'must have' elements for the new space, we didn't have sufficient space for a vegetable garden. Fortunately,…
There is a certain time of year that I get giddy with anticipation. I have an extra spring in my step. I'm even tolerant of my son's messy bedroom. And by messy I mean he has just enough space cleared on his floor to make it from the door to his bed....barely. Only one thing…
