(Affiliate links below. Please see site policies.) A few years ago, we stumbled across the Dietz lanterns! While living in our off-grid tiny cabin, we visited The Red Hill General Store in Hillsville, Virginia. For us, general stores hold a special place in our hearts. Perhaps, it’s their nostalgic charm we remember from childhood, or a chance to step back in time when life was simple. In rural and country settings, long before the big box stores arrived, the country… read more »
Taking Care of Elderly Parents
April 16, 2021I am sharing my thoughts and experiences taking care of elderly parents.… read more »
Southern Porch Memories
July 22, 2019I grew up in the South! Can I get an “Amen.” From an early age, a southern porch held many special memories of a time I will never forget. I realize and appreciate just… read more »
Budget Friendly Farmhouse Hardware
June 10, 2019Last Decisions Some of the last decisions to be made on our small farmhouse build was hardware for the cabinets and vanities. Cabinet hardware is that final decorative piece! Those decorative pieces are pretty… read more »
A Cookie For Breakfast
January 28, 2019You know the old saying, “You can’t have your cake and eat it too?” Well in this case, you really can have a cookie for breakfast and enjoy every last bite! I love breakfast! … read more »
Farmhouse Kitchen Sink Love
December 31, 2018Several years ago, I began thinking about what kind of kitchen sink I would like in the new farmhouse. In my previous post, I lamented my strong dislike for the stainless steel we had… read more »
Stainless Steel, Granite, & Hardwoods?
December 10, 2018It’s hard to believe how much I have changed over the last few years! I can’t believe it, but I no longer want stainless steel, granite or hardwood floors in the new house. I… read more »
A Birthday Cake for an Ambitious Feller
November 12, 2018You know, sometimes you just have to throw all the healthy eating aside and enjoy a sinfully, decadent cake on a special occasion! What better reason to celebrate than Ambitious Feller’s birthday. Several years… read more »
Elmira Wood Cook Stove
November 5, 2018Several years ago, we decided to leave our old life behind and move to Virginia to basically “start over.” One of the first decisions we made was to buy an Elmira wood cook stove. … read more »
My Favorite Sage Lime Organic Deodorant
October 22, 2018If you have found your way to our blog, I would like to say thank you from the bottom of my southern heart! Now, can we talk deodorant? I get really excited when I… read more »