Peeling Back Layers of Wallpaper and My Heart: A Quarantine Remodel
As coronavirus grabbed the attention of our nation and Ohio was asked to shelter at home, our circa 1825 & 1928 home was in the midst of a face-lift. It’s a charming brick and [...]
Hunting For Quiet
I married a hunter. Even though I’m a native of Michigan, we weren’t a hunting family, so my transition to being a wife of a hunter was a bit of a culture shock. Growing [...]
From Fast Fashion to Functional and Fabulous
As the weather changes from season to season, I typically get a few calls about cleaning out closets and inquiries on how to create a capsule wardrobe. This season of COVID-19, more and more [...]
When Life Takes a New (Unwelcomed) Turn
When I think of “new,” my mind goes to adventure and glamour. But new isn’t always exciting and pretty. What if in a sudden statement or a ring of your phone, your life takes [...]
Counterespionage & the Wooden Spoons
A few years ago, my husband and I decided instead of filling Christmas stockings with uninspiring, drug-store items, we would secretly draw names with our two children to exchange $25 gifts. Before we had [...]
Knee Deep in a Food Drive?
Community leaders - Thank you for caring and being invested in our neighborhood. Your hard work is noticed, as is your confidence and influence. We thank you because community leaders are in the muddy [...]
Filled with Joy
“Therefore, my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will rest secure, because you will not abandon me to the realm of the dead, nor will you let your faithful one see decay. [...]
Again
Just Do It - Nike’s mantra to get us into the gym, hitting the court or the pavement! Three simple words pushing us towards success. Yet, in a world of immediate gratification, we often [...]
Hostess Gift that Fuels the Soul
Over the next few weeks, my family is hosting a few dinner parties. Instead of going full-energy of tapping into my internal Barefoot Contessa and Martha Stewart, I’ve paused to reflect on three exceptional [...]