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A Shenandoah Springtime
Every season is beautiful in its own way,but spring will probably always be my favorite.There's something incredibly amazing about watching a dead earth burst into new life! The long...
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10 Things I Learned in May
1. No matter how many "free" hours you think you have in a day's time, they always fill up. Always.2. Prune all the bushes. It's an instant facelift for your house! (Thanks Dad and Fredi for the...
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Nicholas Turns 3!
This little guy had a birthday a few weeks ago,and I think I'm still in disbelief that my baby is 3!!!His birthday landed on Bible school week, and I felt bad that we couldn't have a party with his...
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Our Farmhouse Tour I: Living Spaces
Four months ago, we moved into the farmhouse!The weeks have flown by since then, with all the adjustments that come with a moveand settling into a new routine. But we are loving living here on the...
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A Tangled Threads Review
Today I wanted to tell you about one of my favorite pieces of clothing:a maxi skirt from Tangled Threads!One of my dear friends, Audrey, and her friend, El, began this business out of their homes.They...
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Hadassah Turns Five!
Last week, we celebrated Hadassah's 5th birthday!Five years...since a tiny little 6 pound baby girl was placed into my arms and I entered the world of motherhood!I just love watching her grow and learn...
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Harvest Highlights
Friday marked the end of a three-week chopping season for Eddie and the guys on the harvest crew!They logged hundreds of hours on hundreds of acres over more than a dozen farms in the area.We're so...
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Of Extraordinary Beauty in an Ordinary Day
It was a typical September Sunday afternoon.I was weary after a long week of harvest, and could hardly wait to enjoy a deliciously long nap.But two certain little children had no interest in...
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My Fall Home
Fall is one of my favorite seasons!I love the brilliant colors, the woodsy scent of leaves, and the crisp evening air.I get excited about pulling out my sweaters and boots,and wrapping up in cozy...
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Woodland Glam Thanksgiving Tablescape
Thanksgiving is just a few days away, and I wanted to share this tablescape that I created for the meal I'll be hosting here for Eddie's family!This season is a wonderful time to reflect on the gifts...
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Woodland Glam Thanksgiving Tablescape
Thanksgiving is just a few days away, and I wanted to share this tablescape that I created for the meal I'll be hosting here for Eddie's family!This season is a wonderful time to reflect on the gifts...
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10 Favorite Christmas Traditions for Children
Christmas holds a lot of special memories for me from my childhood,and I want to establish meaningful traditions with my littles as well.There are so many festive activities during this season that it...
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My Christmas Home Tour
With Christmas just 3 short days away, I wanted to give you a peek into our home!Since the kitchen is the first room you enter,we'll start there.I just love this antique silver pedestal bowl and...
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Word of the Year
I love new things!Whether it's that dress I purchased for a special occasion and wear for the first time,holding a brand-new baby orexploring a town that I've never seen before:there is an element of...
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10th Anniversary Getaway
When Eddie first suggested that we go to a cabin in West Virginia to celebrate our 10 year anniversary, I'll admit I was a little less than thrilled at the idea!I was picturing vacationing on a...
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The Rug Dilemna (and how we resolved it)
Since moving to the farmhouse, we've been on the hunt for a rug.It didn't take us long to discover how loud a living room with hardwood floors can be!We cringed at the echo of noise and the lack of...
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Easter Gardens
As I was browsing Pinterest a few days ago,I stumbled onto a picture of an Easter garden and instantly knew it would be perfect project for my children and I!We spend time doing special activities with...
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An Engagement Brunch
Last week, I had the privilege of hosting a brunchin honor of my sweet sister-in-law, Kyra,who recently got engaged!We are so excited for her and Nick, and can't wait to celebrate with them in just a...
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The Summer Journal, part I
I check my calendar occasionally to see which day of the month we are on,and I have been amazed that we are almost halfway through July!That means summer is half over, ya'll. (At least by the way I...
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Currently
Hello friends!Has anyone else out there felt like they've been in a whirlwind the last two months, or was it just me?Between several out-of-state trips, camping, canning, a family wedding and harvest,I...
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My Christmas Home
It's the most wonderful time of the year again!The lights twinkle on the trees while the aroma of freshly-baked cookies fills the kitchen.Excited children count down the days until Christmas,and carols...
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What I Learned during the Fourth Trimester
Until recently, I wasn't familiar with the term "fourth trimester",and would probably have looked at you like you were crazy if you had asked me how that particular season was going!It goes without...
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Embracing the Seasons
I bounced a fussing baby on my hip as I hurried around the house, collecting a bottle, burp cloth and change of clothes. Glancing at the clock, I realized that we needed to be left in 5 minutes if we...
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Tirzah's First Birthday
One month ago, we celebrated Tirzah's first birthday!It's hard to believe that if she had arrived on her due date, we would have had a party this past weekend instead!What's even harder to believe is...
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The Next (Right) Thing
The month of May - although gloriously beautiful - felt somewhat like a whirlwind,with birthday parties, sports, new babies, a dance recital and a wedding, in addition to all the normal household...
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