Did you know that your home tells a story? From the moment someone walks in your door, what they see beyond that is the essence of your personality. What colors you prefer, whether you have pets or like books. From room to room and on to the outdoors, it is the story of you. I…
It was a quiet Christmas. With the sound of the birds outside and the pupsters snoring as they slept. The drip-drip of the water in the sink to keep the pipes from freezing in this dismal cold weather. And of course the sound of me wheezing as I breathe through my mouth because I can’t…
At 60, I find myself turning away from decorating with trends or trying to “keep up with the Jones.” And going back to my roots. I’m not really sure how to explain my roots. Not in a decorating sense anyway. Because we lived very simply. There was no true “decorating.” Houses were for living in….
The wind has been whipping around the corners and the wind chimes out on the patio are getting a real work out here in Oklahoma. This is the time of year when it is too soon yet to get outside and work in my gardens. So I have to find things to do indoors. One…
I call this my candy cane tree. It’s all done up in red and white. I just finished decorating it. It can be seen from inside and outside on the back patio, which is nice. It sits next to my little pantry in my small dining area. If it’s warm enough there I like to…
When I was searching for a place to rent, I scoured Craig’s list every day. I drove around neighborhoods. And I certainly read many apartment reviews online. It isn’t easy to find the right apartment for you. Before you start searching, ask yourself questions such as: 1. How many bedrooms and bathrooms do I need?…