You know I love a good party and am always looking for ideas and inspiration. This time I will feature one-of-a-kind Outdoor & Summer Party Themes and Ideas. Here are some of my new favorite party … [Read more...]

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You know I love a good party and am always looking for ideas and inspiration. This time I will feature one-of-a-kind Outdoor & Summer Party Themes and Ideas. Here are some of my new favorite party … [Read more...]

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My lanai is my peaceful retreat. I have my morning cup of tea there. I meditate there. I spend long evenings with friends and family there. I dream about the future there. The concrete floor is … [Read more...]

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Are you ready to party with Wayfair.com and some talented Wayfair Homemakers? I am hosting this month's Housewarming Party as we zoom in on Moms and gifts ideas for Mother's Day. I know...it's a … [Read more...]

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It is time for feast and féte here at Angel Wood Cottage. Inspiration for my annual St. Nicholas Tea came from Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol this year.“I will honour Christmas in my heart, and … [Read more...]

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Compiling a Food Lovers Ultimate Wish List is a fun pastime for me. As a foodie and DIY blogger, I am always day-dreaming of my next delectable creation. Since becoming a Wayfair Homemaker, … [Read more...]

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This year I am making some healthy lifestyle changes and this post is part of the SPLENDA® 365 SWEET SWAPS ™ blogger program by McNeil Nutritionals, LLC. and The Motherhood, who sent me products and … [Read more...]

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My wish for you this holy and blessed season: "Letting go gives us freedom, and freedom is the only condition for happiness. If, in our heart, we still cling to anything - anger, anxiety, or … [Read more...]

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It is football season! That means loads of excitement and loads of delicious food. I am cooking up some very special treats for the times when we homegate. One of HIMself's favorites is my Criminally … [Read more...]

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As the rising sun glistened among the dew heavy grass, my boys and I took our first swings on the Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Home of THE PLAYERS Championship, … [Read more...]

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I am thrilled to be participating in a World Elite @MasterCard #Pricelessgolf #MC adventure at TPC Sawgrass. I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. This experience has been … [Read more...]

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It is 90 degrees on my tiny island today and I am sipping my third glass of Bigelow Plantation Mint iced tea. And I am dreaming...oh yes, daydreaming about my soon to be dream come true. Now you may … [Read more...]

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A Mother's Day Tribute "When I find myself in times of trouble Mother Mary comes to me. Speaking words of wisdom, let it be, let it be." -The Beatles, Let it Be. Let us pray for all of those who … [Read more...]

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Summer is a time for lazy days, picnics and ice cream. We start looking early for ways to cool down here in Florida! I imagine you do too. I love to entertain and make beautiful tables and food for my … [Read more...]

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Here are some quick and easy painted glass ideas for your Easter or Spring decor. I have painted so many things this month as a member of the Plaid Street Team. I have come to love Folk Art Enamels … [Read more...]

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Baskets, egg hunts, jelly beans and bunnies...what's not to like about Easter? Easter is my second favorite holiday.Why second? you might ask. Well, Thanksgiving is my favorite. But I do love the … [Read more...]

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Happy Friday before Spring and St. Patrick's Day!!! It's a great day to get your craft on with this fun set of retro glassware. I told you earlier this month how excited I am to be a member of the … [Read more...]

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I designed this cute Valentine tile printable just for the special day. I printed it out on heavy cardstock and raised the printer setting to best. You could print on regular paper and glue it to a … [Read more...]

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Lifestyle and romance expert, Moll Anderson, chats with me about her newest book, Seductive Tables For Two: Tablescapes, Picnics, and Recipes That Inspire Romance. The minute I saw this beautifully … [Read more...]

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Big game Sunday means Puppy Bowl for me!!! TEE HEE!! It is Big Game Sunday in NOLA! Loads of excitement and loads of delicious food. However, in this house we watch The Puppy Bowl. In honor of the … [Read more...]

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by Perry P. Perkins Executive Chef & Menu Designer at Haute Mealz He Had Me at Beignets! Editor's Note: I met Perry last August in Portland at the IFBC (International Food Bloggers Conference). … [Read more...]