You know that I attended the International Food Bloggers Conference in August. IFBC was an amazing time to connect with other foodies, eat gourmet meals and connect with food vendors. Ninja sponsored … [Read more...]

Transforming Your Life Into Art~Exploring the Creative Life and Lifestyle - Arts/Crafts - DIY - Decorating - Recipes - Entertaining - Radio - Classes

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

You know that I attended the International Food Bloggers Conference in August. IFBC was an amazing time to connect with other foodies, eat gourmet meals and connect with food vendors. Ninja sponsored … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

I recently heard about the heartwarming Mommy Bracelets created by Alicia Staz of Beaded Royalty. The sterling silver beaded bracelets are a beautiful tribute to mothers. Each is handcrafted and meant … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

I am not political at all. At least I choose not to verbalize my leanings publicly. I imagine that most who know me can guess my affiliation...so let's leave it there. I know some, perhaps all, of us … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
I love to send and receive handwritten notes. Don't you? Even if it is just a quick "I love you" to my children, I believe it is the highest form of love and respect I can give to the recipient of my … [Read more...]

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Oh No!!! My wireless mouse stopped working a few weeks ago. I have been putting off getting a new one because The Apple Store is in Jacksonville...some 24 miles away and a world away from my tiny … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Saturday was a busy day for HIMself and me. We had so much on our to do list. We wanted to vote, peruse a few yard and estate sales and go to Walgreens. Walgreens Loyalty Card Launch You know I … [Read more...]

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Champions for Kids Dial Into Giving SIMPLE Service Project I was given the opportunity to work on a Dial Into Giving simple service project with the Champions for Kids organization. I accepted with … [Read more...]

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My friend and fitness expert Jennifer Tuma-Young shares secrets to keeping balance in life on The 700 Club yesterday!!! Watch and learn her awesome techniques for yummy, good-for-you food!!! Jenn is … [Read more...]

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Color expert Faber Birren was “a color consultant who read and analyzed tastes in the hues deemed most suitable for one’s surroundings”, as stated by his 1988 New York Times … [Read more...]

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You can deny your heart or deny your limits. -Tama Kieves We are forever going to grow in our strength or our genius...weather you want to or not, the universe will get your attention. You have … [Read more...]

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Celebrating Beautiful Fall Pumpkins Well, I am in a fall kind of mood. We took a road trip to North Carolina last weekend to the Southern Bloggers Conference. So many crafty DIY bloggers gathered in … [Read more...]

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You know when I have a party; I tend to go a tiny bit crazy bonkers overboard. My greatest desire when I entertain is that the occasion be unforgettable. And to set the stage for my ‘girlfriends only’ … [Read more...]

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New Kitchen Play Thing I have had so much fun with my new toy–the Davison Meatball Baker. A few months ago The Balancing Act, a Lifetime television show that I blogfor, asked if I wanted to try the … [Read more...]

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Transforming a Writing Desk with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint by Barbara B. Nocco, Bella Casa Decorative Finishes. Find her on Facebook. The writing desk is a piece I picked up about a year ago in a … [Read more...]

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The 30-day Challenge with my friend Jennifer Tuma-Young’s new book–Balance Your Life, Balance the Scale continues. #BalanceBook I am doing it to gain BALANCE!!! You can read about it here. So this is … [Read more...]

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I must tell you upfront that I love to play games. My whole family does. We have family fun days and nights dedicated to game play. We have our own fantasy football league, Wii challenges, an ongoing … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Bright Pink® and FRESCHETTA® are making a difference. YOU can make a difference too!!! Everyone ONE of us has the power to make a difference in the fight against breast cancer. Join the FRESCHETTA … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

written by Debra Disman

“What is color? No object of itself alone has color. We know that even the most brightly colored object, if taken into total darkness, loses its color. Therefore, if an object is dependent upon light … [Read more...]