Valentine’s Day Ideas from Centerpieces to Food
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Valentine’s Day Ideas from Centerpieces to Food

Happy almost February! After writing 18 blog posts over the last few years about Valentine’s Day, I am putting what I consider the best of the best together. Whether you spend Valentine’s Day with girlfriends, family or that special someone in your life, there is something for everyone here. From elaborate to simple centerpieces and…

Saturday Meanderings
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Saturday Meanderings

Is anyone else having trouble figuring out what day it is? Friday, this week feels like a Monday and with all the holiday hoopla, I am putting off my New Year focus until this coming Monday, the 6th. My son and daughter flew back to their respective out-of-state homes last Sunday. We are so thankful…

Saturday Meanderings
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Saturday Meanderings

As we close out 2024, I want to thank you so much for your support and encouragement throughout the year. Welcome to the last Saturday Meanderings of December and I am happy you are here to chat about all good things this week. Our Christmas Activity Having all 3 adult children home is so much…

3 Thanksgiving Centerpieces using Plants, Flowers and Fruits
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3 Thanksgiving Centerpieces using Plants, Flowers and Fruits

Each Thanksgiving I try and do a unique centerpiece that reflects the harvest and a season of gratitude. I love using fresh potted plants because I can plant them in the yard or planters after the holiday dinner is over. It may seem counterintuitive to be planting in late November or early December, but it…

8 Ways to Get in the Fall Mood when it is Still Hot Outside
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8 Ways to Get in the Fall Mood when it is Still Hot Outside

It is early September and I long for the autumn weather in our lingering hot Phoenix climate. Even here in the Arizona mountains, the days are warm with slightly cooler weather in the mornings. With the official start of autumn only a few weeks away, here are 8 ways to get in the Fall mood….