Monthly Archives: April 2014

First Ladies…..

Martha Dandridge Custis Washington Martha Dandridge Custis Washington is America’s first First Lady. She set the standard for all subsequent First Ladies, during her 8 years as First Lady!!! Martha Washington was born in Virginia, on June 2, 1731. Martha … Continue reading

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No Words Wednesday…

Hollyhocks!!  

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Hidden Gems…Free Land Folk Art Signs

In my series titled Hidden Gems I would like to introduce you to Heather the owner of Free Land Folk Art Signs!! Heather would you share with my readers a little bit about yourself and your Etsy shop.- My partner … Continue reading

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5 Spring Cleaning Tips

5 Spring Cleaning Tips to make this dreaded experience go as smoothly as possible!!! It’s that time of year again….Spring Cleaning Time or as I say Scrub Clutter Trash, SCT!! Everyone in my home hates SCT, a time where I go … Continue reading

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No Words Wednesday…

  My Gardens!!

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Hidden Gems…Nana Sewing Room

In my series titled Hidden Gems I would like to introduce you to Kathy the owner of  Nana Sewing Room!! Patty would you share with my readers a little bit about yourself and your Etsy shop. I am a wife, … Continue reading

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Spring Where Are you???

I live in Michigan and I am desperate for SPRING!!! I am tired of the snow, the cold, the dark and gloomy days, I want the bright sunny days of Spring! I have tried many different ways to bring Spring … Continue reading

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History of Knitting…

The History of Knitting is a long and complicated story. This article will share a few of the highlights of that story!! The origin of knitting is placed somewhere in the Middle East, from there it spread to Europe, and then … Continue reading

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No Words Wednesday…

My Pussy Willows are opening….Spring is coming!!

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Hidden Gems…Pebble Creek Boutique

In my series titled Hidden Gems I would like to introduce you to Caroline and Julie the owners of Pebble Creek Boutique!! This Mother and Daughter team started making jewelry several years ago. Both of them have always loved jewelry, … Continue reading

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