Happy day after Thanksgiving, dear ones! I pray that your Thanksgiving was full of joy and family and loved ones. We have so much to be thankful for in our everyday lives. A friend picked me up last week and took me to lunch and to my neighbors shop, The Purple Iris. It was beautifully decorated for Christmas and once again, I was amazed at the number of lamp lights in her store. Today, I'm sharing a few of the photos from our visit. Grab a cup of hot tea, and ... Read More about For the Love of Lamp Lights -The Purple Iris
A beauty filled offering
May the joys of the beautiful season,Give new birth to hope, and reasonsTo give thanks:For lifeFamilyFriendsFreedomAuthorityTruthStrengthSightTouchSmellHearingTasteBeauty in unexpected placesJoy in new facesOh, my list is endless. I'm sure your list of thanksgivings is endless, too! My heart is full. And I pray yours is too. In the journey of life, money and society affords us many, many things.But I have learned, it is not with having things, that happiness brings.Joy is deep within my ... Read More about A beauty filled offering
Trim Healthy Mama Cheeseburger Pie Review
"Where's the beef?"Do you all remember the slogan from the Wendy's burger commercial in the 1980's? Well, I have felt that way a bit lately. Since The Salesman's heart attack in June, I've greatly reduced the amount of beef we eat. Combined with Victoria Leigh, who does not prefer beef, moving home for a season, I've felt a bit like a lady in the commercial, looking for the beef. I'm not a huge fan of beef; but, I do like to have some to eat occasionally. When ... Read More about Trim Healthy Mama Cheeseburger Pie Review
For the Love of Lamp Lights – French Market
Happy weekend, friends! I hope that you find relaxation, and enjoy rest, this weekend.Part of Victoria Leigh's birthday celebration, included a sister brunch at the Fresh Market. I was surprised, and thankful, when the birthday girl invited me along. I know, I am one blessed mama. Since the darlin' daughters are not thrilled with me taking and posting pictures, you know I took some art, architecture, and lamp light photos. I see beauty in each daughter. And I ... Read More about For the Love of Lamp Lights – French Market
Twenty-Four
We are so blessed to celebrate Victoria's twenty-four wonder filled years with her!It has been a different season at our home, and she was all to willing to pick up a cake, and creative candles, for her party! Part of her coming home was to help me out, specifically. She has been the best.Being with is such a wonderful gift. Twenty four years ago,I could not have imagined current woes,And now, for me, you are here. What a gift, dear. With roles, for a season, reversed,I’m so ... Read More about Twenty-Four