I know, I know. It is way too early! I mean way. too. early. January is just about over, and there is still February. And March. Not that I am really ready to get outside and face all the work and projects waiting for me. In fact, I haven't even gotten all the projects on …
winter’s bounty
Today we have winter. The last few days have been grey and windy, and I hate the wind. But today we finally have snow, a lot of snow, and it just feels warm and cozy in my home. The fire is going ( we heat with a wood stove.... a love/hate relationship ), and with …
jeanne d’arc living
Hello everyone! Just a quick post to pass along this giveaway from Carole at Maynard Greenhouse. This is a great magazine with lovely photos, recipes and Nordic-French style. Hope you enjoyed the glimpse into this issue, and are as excited about this giveaway as I am! After all, that's all I need, is another magazine …
grainsack pillows
Why oh why do I love you so? I have been collecting these for several years now. Waaayy before anyone here in Montana even knew what they were. Sometimes I thought I was ahead of the curve, but actually, it's just that we're so far behind! Now, I was thinking....... why do I love these? …
white veranda
Hello everyone, and happy Wednesday! Now that the holidays are over, it's time to settle in for a long winter here in Montana. Not that winter has been particularly harsh, but we are, without a doubt, lacking in the daylight department! Which brings me to this sweet Swedish blog, White Veranda . I understand the idea …
empty nest…..
....again. Well Christmas is over, the kids have come and gone, and I'm left with an empty nest....again. Now, one might think that this is a sad time (it is), but I like to look forward to what's ahead. And just what am I to do with an empty nest?? RE-FEATHER IT!! As the New …
the best gift
When asked "what is the best gift you have ever received?" many thoughts went running through my head. Some could say diamonds are a girls best friend...... or maybe a remodel is something you're hoping for perhaps a car covered in diamonds (REALLY??) maybe more personally a trip back to my mother's home~ Dublin, …
