It’s Been 2 Years Since I Moved Into The Dollhouse & It’s Not Been All Roses

June 8, 2026 by 17 Comments

Welcome to the 906th Metamorphosis Monday! The end of May marked my 2nd anniversary of buying this cottage home, a home I often refer to as the Dollhouse because of its many adorable dollhouse-like features. Over the next few weeks, for Metamorphosis Monday, I'll share some of the updates I've made since acquiring this cottage, along with new updates as they happen. One of the first things I did after … [Read more...]

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How Did The Faux Flowers Hold Up? Can I Use Them Two Years In A Row?

June 6, 2026 by 12 Comments

Happy Weekend! I've been going non-stop since I arrived back at the Dollhouse last Sunday. This is birthday week, the week when my son, one of my grandsons, and my daughter-in-law all have their birthdays. That's 3 birthday celebrations in the space of 7 days! In the midst of all that, I've been getting estimates on some exterior painting and home repairs. I've also interviewed two landscapers to help … [Read more...]

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A Whimsical Tablescape In Celebration Of Winnie-the-Pooh Turning 100 Years Old This Year!

June 4, 2026 by 3 Comments

Welcome to the 906th Tablescape Thursday! Were you a fan of Winnie the Pooh books when you were growing up? On October 14 of this year, Winnie-the-Pooh turns 100 years old! October 14th is the centennial celebration of the publication of A.A. Milne's original Winnie-the-Pooh book. A few weeks back, Teresa, a dear friend of mine, attended a special event hosted by the Society For The Advancement of Floral … [Read more...]

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7 Updates In 2 Months, Lesson Learned: Give Yourself A Deadline

June 1, 2026 by 15 Comments

Welcome to the 905th Metamorphosis Monday! I'm back at the Dollhouse. The weather for the drive up was perfect! Beatrice and Agatha were so good during the trip; they are such great little travelers. I stopped every couple of hours to let them get out of their carrier so they could potty, eat, drink, and roam around inside the car. After roaming around in the car and checking everything out, I always felt … [Read more...]

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Pairing A New Lilly Pulitzer-Like Coat With Lilly Pulitzer Dresses

May 29, 2026 by 7 Comments

Recently, I shared this pretty floral Car Coat that reminds me so much of Lilly Pulitzer clothing. I ordered it and was absolutely blown away by the quality and the design of the coat. I thought it would be nice based on all the amazing reviews, but it still exceeded my expectations. It's fully lined, and the fabric feels so nice! It feels like it's from a high-end boutique! Love, love, love … [Read more...]

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Found Them! They Come In Blue & White, Too! Plus, The Best Peanuts I’ve Ever Tasted

May 28, 2026 by 14 Comments

Welcome to the 905th Tablescape Thursday! Remember these cute rechargeable lamps I shared recently in this table setting?   Back when I set that table, I could not find them online, but last night I located them here: Rechargeable, Dimmable Floral Lamps with 3 Light Options. They are the same price that I paid. So if you loved those, get them while they are available.   They … [Read more...]

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Lamp Shopping In HomeGoods, So Many Unique Designs!

May 27, 2026 by 8 Comments

Funny how things work out sometimes. Just a few weeks ago, I was complaining about how almost every lamp I come across in stores these days is designed with a drum shade, my least favorite style of lamp shade. The main thing I don't like about drum shades is how open they are at the top, how they don't taper. The glare they create in your face when passing by one when it's on an end table or side table is … [Read more...]

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Musical Lamps Again, And Cats In High Places

May 25, 2026 by 27 Comments

Welcome to the 904th Metamorphosis Monday! I've been playing Musical Lamps again, while the cats seem to be playing a game of Musical Cats. (Remember the old childhood game, Musical Chairs, that was often played at parties?) A while back, I moved this brass candlestick lamp from this chest in my upstairs hall to a different spot where it was much needed.   It was moved to this chest located … [Read more...]

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Memorial Day Sales: Great Cordless Vac, Faves For The Garden/Table & Back In Stock!

May 23, 2026 by 14 Comments

Hope you are having a relaxing Memorial Day weekend! I've been shopping the sales and have made some purchases that I'm looking forward to receiving. If you missed out on this beautiful floral car coat that looks for the world like it came from Lilly Pulitzer, it is now back in stock. Again, if you order it, don't forget that it's quite oversized, so be sure to size down one full size from what you would … [Read more...]

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The Honey Bees In My Garden Took Charge Of The Centerpiece In This Spring Table

May 21, 2026 by 25 Comments

Welcome to the 921st Tablescape Thursday! On a recent trip to HomeGoods, I purchased a really pretty vase. It was the inspiration for this week's tablescape. A few days ago, I noticed the Dharuma hydrangea near my mailbox was in full bloom. Perfect, I thought! This beautiful hydrangea will be my centerpiece for this week's table setting.   I grabbed my clippers and headed toward the mailbox, … [Read more...]

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Fave Spring-Summer Fashions On Sale, Including For Our 250th Anniversary This Summer

May 19, 2026 by 3 Comments

I have some really cute summer goodies to share, and all are currently on sale, well, except for one, but it's so cute, I had to include it! Hope you enjoy this collection of spring/summer finds. I have been eyeing these Skechers for weeks. They would be perfect with shorts this spring and summer. The floral embroidery is so pretty! You'll find these adorable sneakers available here: Skechers Embroidered … [Read more...]

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A Mini-Disaster That May Have Led To Something Better: Lemons to Lemonade

May 18, 2026 by 53 Comments

Welcome to the 903rd Metamorphosis Monday. See these two rascals—they are chaos in fur suits. Ha! It's been at least 40 years since I've had miniature tigers roaming the house. The last time I adopted a cat, he was 3 years old, so fully grown. Kittens are a delight, and part of that delight is their boundless energy, energy combined with multiple sharp knives on the end of each paw, over which they … [Read more...]

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Where Did My Lilly Pulitzer Lamp End Up? Plus, The Most Beautiful Fantasy Bedding!

May 17, 2026 by 8 Comments

Hope you're having a fabulous weekend! This has been one of the most beautiful springs that I can ever remember. Beatrice agrees!   A few days ago, I purchased an adorable Lilly Pulitzer lamp via Pottery Barn. Wasn't sure where I would use it, but I never pass up a cute lamp, especially when it's on sale. It would have worked in several places, but I ended up placing it here in the upstairs … [Read more...]

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A Spring Table Setting, Inspired By Two Cute Lilly Pulitzer-esque Lamps

May 14, 2026 by 30 Comments

Welcome to the 920th Tablescape Thursday! We're out on the porch this week, and I'm happy to say that the recent fan update is complete.   The painter came yesterday and painted the area of the ceiling where the previous fan base had been a tad wider than the recently installed new fans.   So here's how that area looks now.   Happy Spring! I love that with each … [Read more...]

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Adorable Lamp On Sale + An Easy Way To Repair Scratches On Wood Furniture

May 12, 2026 by 4 Comments

Before we get into today's post, I have to share something special that I purchased yesterday. There are only a few left so I'm sharing it now in case you would like one, too. As you know, I am a huge lover of lamps. I rarely use overhead lighting in my rooms because I love, love, love how a room, looks under soft lamplight. So whenever I come across a pretty lamp, even if I can't think of a place for it … [Read more...]

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Big Porch Update: New Wicker-Style Ceiling Fans For The Screened Porch

May 11, 2026 by 11 Comments

Welcome to the 902nd Metamorphosis Monday! Happy Monday! A few weeks back, I purchased two new outdoor-rated ceiling fans for the screened porch. The original fans that were installed 16 years ago still worked, but they were covered in rust, and parts of the fans were deteriorating. The fans had also darkened with age, so their general appearance wasn't the best.  I wish I had thought to take a photo of the … [Read more...]

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My April Favorites + A Few Surprises

May 9, 2026 by 4 Comments

Happy weekend! Hope you are having a great one! I have quite a few favorites to share with you, a mix of favorites from the month of April, plus a few things that came across my radar recently that I thought you would enjoy. Several years back, I purchased THIS nesting package that contains 4-5 different types of nesting material to help birds with building their spring nests. I placed it inside a suet … [Read more...]

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If You Love Hydrangeas, You’re Going To Love This Beautiful Spring Table!

May 7, 2026 by 8 Comments

Welcome to the 919th Tablescape Thursday! Brenda has done it again, created a spring table so beautiful, I immediately feel the urge to run off to Williams Sonoma today and go shopping! I told Brenda that it was definitely her fault if I succumbed to buying more dishes this spring! lol   Brenda said, "This table is a combination of what I had, and I added those gorgeous hydrangea plates from … [Read more...]

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Shopping The Spring Sales: Blue & White Striped Blazer & Summer Dresses On Sale

May 6, 2026 by 3 Comments

During the summer months, I love wearing shorts and dresses. I find them so much cooler than pants or jeans. There are some great sales on dresses right now, but before I share those, I am smitten with this pretty blue and white striped, linen-blend blazer. It looks so fresh and pretty for summer, especially with white slacks! I could see wearing a red tee under it for the 4th. It is currently on sale here: … [Read more...]

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Best Light Bulbs For A Cozy Paneled Living Room + Added Another Ring Floodlight

May 4, 2026 by 12 Comments

Welcome to the 901st Metamorphosis Monday party! Happy New Week! I hope you had a great weekend! I have a couple of updates to share, including a problem for which I finally found a solution. I've been searching for light bulbs for the lamps on either side of the sofa for months. Initially, I replaced the bulbs with the same brand that had worked well in other areas of my home, and the result was always … [Read more...]

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What I Bought For 50% Off In Williams Sonoma & Going Back For The Napkin Rings

April 30, 2026 by 14 Comments

Welcome to the 918th Tablescape Thursday! Yesterday, I stopped by Williams Sonoma and Pottery Barn to check out their spring/summer offerings. This adorable bunny pitcher caught my eye. He was on sale, 50% off! He looks kinda small in my photo, but he's actually a good size. He measures 7 inches wide and almost 9 inches tall. I filled him with water last night to see how much he holds, and he held 48 ozs. … [Read more...]

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My 6 Travel Essentials: I Can’t Leave On A Trip Without Taking These Along

April 29, 2026 by 4 Comments

All this glorious sunshine I'm seeing these days has me thinking a lot lately about summer travel. Do you have any spring or summer trips planned? When I first started traveling, most of my trips were abroad. I'm not traveling now as much as I used to, but in the future, I would love to see more of the U.S. In today's post, I'm sharing those must-have pieces that I always take when I travel, including … [Read more...]

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Ring Installation Fail, More Shelves, Affordable Litter Genie Bags & Kitten Mischief

April 27, 2026 by 18 Comments

Welcome to the 900th Metamorphosis Monday party! I have quite a few random Before and Afters to share today, plus some fun info that I hope you'll find helpful. Recently, I purchased three additional Ring Camera Floodlights for the house in Georgia. I went with the same ones I have in Ohio since they work so well and have great reviews. (Ring camera floodlight is available here: Ring Camera … [Read more...]

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Some Of My Favorites—A Few Of These Would Make Great Gifts For Mother’s Day

April 25, 2026 by 3 Comments

I have grown to love this time of year when nature can't make up its mind what season to be. lol The mornings are chilly with temps anywhere from the upper 40s to the mid 60s. Every morning is truly a surprise. Being a lover of warm weather, I eagerly watch the weather station in my office and kitchen, growing excited as I see the temps tick up. Sometimes I cheat and look at the Weather Bug app on my phone … [Read more...]

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Spring Has Sprung & The Bees Are Buzzing

April 23, 2026 by 20 Comments

Welcome to the 917th Tablescape Thursday! We are out on the porch this week—it has been way too pretty out to stay inside! The trees have all leafed out—love that spring green color!   I had some furry company while I was setting the table. After I finished setting the table and had taken some photos, I went upstairs for a bit.   When I came back down, I found Miss Bea had … [Read more...]

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An Update For The Cabinets In The Basement Work Room

April 22, 2026 by 3 Comments

I've been a whirlwind of activity this spring since arriving back in Georgia. It must be the beautiful weather and warmer temps that have me in this crazy "nesting" mode. My latest project this spring has involved the storage cabinets here on this side of the basement. In the past, after buying these SystemBuild Kendall cabinets, I've always gone back and replaced the shelving with higher-quality shelves … [Read more...]

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Amazing Deal On Ring Camera Floodlight-Includes Installation! Plus, A Smart Birdfeeder!

April 20, 2026 by 16 Comments

Welcome to the 899th Metamorphosis Monday Party! Happy new week to you! I have a variety of goodies to share today, but first on the list is this amazing blackened salmon sandwich I had while dining in the Big Canoe Clubhouse on Saturday. If you ever have the chance to eat there, you will not be disappointed. This sandwich was so good, I was very tempted to order a second to take home to enjoy the following … [Read more...]

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Going Back To Big Canoe: A Brief Tour Of Their Newly Renovated Clubhouse

April 17, 2026 by 9 Comments

One of my favorite places to visit in north Georgia is Big Canoe. This mountain community is nestled in the foothills of the North Georgia Appalachian Mountains and is so picturesque and peaceful. I've rented a home there a few times now—once when the floors were being refinished in the downstairs part of my home...   ...and in June of 2024, to see what it would be like to live in a home … [Read more...]

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Beautiful Spring-Easter Table Setting With A Lovely “Floral Meadow” Tablecloth & Dinnerware

April 16, 2026 by 7 Comments

Welcome to the 916th Tablescape Thursday! I have a beautiful spring table to share with you today! This table had me searching online for tablecloths this morning, and I'm not one to use tablecloths that often, but oh my goodness, everything on Brenda's Easter/Spring table is stunning!   As you enjoy this beautiful table, if you fall in love with the tablecloth as I did, sadly, I don't think … [Read more...]

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Spring Refresh: These Are My Fave Cleaning Products That I Buy Over & Over Again

April 14, 2026 by 5 Comments

If you saw yesterday's post, you know the ceiling in my garage just got a big update, an update that was necessary to stop an ongoing issue with the paint peeling away.   There was a lot, and I do mean A LOT of sanding that went on, so the garage windows were a mess! Actually, once I started cleaning, I found they were dirtier on the outside than they were on the inside. I pulled out my … [Read more...]

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A Garage Ceiling Makeover: From A Busy Stamped Print To Nice And Smooth

April 13, 2026 by 19 Comments

Welcome to the 898th Metamorphosis Monday Party! In July 2022, this is how my garage looked. My home was 40 years old at that point, and the garage had never been repainted. It still had the same builder-grade lighting, and the concrete flooring was stained from 40 years of cars being housed here. It wasn't a bad garage, but I knew it could be greatly improved.   During July and August of … [Read more...]

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My March Favorites + An Awesome Sale-On-Sale…Love Those!

April 11, 2026 by 9 Comments

Happy weekend! I hope you're having a great one! I only have a few March favorites to share, but I think you'll like some of the beautiful pieces I found that are currently on sale. I had looked for ages for a dispenser that could handle dispensing really thick lotions like Cutemol. I found one that worked okay, but the thingymajig that sucks the lotion up didn't go deep enough into the container. I'm … [Read more...]

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A Whimsical, Penguin-Themed Party For A Very Special 82nd Birthday Celebration

April 9, 2026 by 19 Comments

Welcome to the 915th Tablescape Thursday! Sheri, a lovely BNOTP reader, recently shared the cutest birthday celebration table setting with me. This was a big birthday milestone as her hubby had just turned 82!  Sheri said, "We finally had Mike’s birthday dinner, delayed due to snow and work schedules. The theme was penguins, as Mike has always been identified with penguins since being stationed in … [Read more...]

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Homeownership: It’s Not For Weenies

April 8, 2026 by 51 Comments

When I returned from Ohio, I got a big surprise, and not the good kind. When I looked out a window, I could see a large board lying on the ground in the backyard. What is that‽ I went outside, looked up, and this was what I saw.   When the porch and decks were built 16 years ago, at my request, my contractor pulled the necessary permits before he began work, so everything was built to code. … [Read more...]

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Almost A Cat-astrophe & The Addition of Two Ring Security Floodlights

April 6, 2026 by 26 Comments

Welcome to the 897th Metamorphosis Monday! Happy Monday to you! It's another beautiful spring day here in Georgia, love this time of year so much! We finally got a little bit of rain, which seems to have settled the pollen down a little.  The electricians were here this past Friday to install the new fans I had ordered to replace the existing fans that, after 16 years of service here on the porch, have … [Read more...]

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Spring Fashions, Great Sale, My Go-to Sandals & What Does This Bag Remind You Of?

April 4, 2026 by 2 Comments

I love shopping for clothes this time of year; the colors are so happy and pretty! Before I share some of my favorite spring fashions, an awesome sale, and my go-to summer sandals. If you're a Louis Vuitton handbag fan, I found a bag yesterday that made me do a double take! I have always loved the look of LV's wicker Capucines bag, but they are almost impossible to find since LV doesn't offer them every … [Read more...]

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A Special Spring Luncheon With A Sunny Paradise View!

April 2, 2026 by 10 Comments

Welcome to the 914th Tablescape Thursday! Spring is here, and I could not be more excited! Every day has been stunningly beautiful this spring, and it makes me wish spring could last forever! A few days ago, my friend, Teresa, put together a beautiful spring luncheon for her family.   This table is truly a ray of sunshine!     I know her grandsons must have been so … [Read more...]

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New Lamp For The Porch & Big Changes For The Porch Fans! Psst: I Like These Better!

March 30, 2026 by 10 Comments

Welcome to the 896th Metamorphosis Monday! On Saturday, I shared a photo of this outdoor lamp that I had ordered. This lamp originally sold for $133 at Home Depot. I lucked out and discovered it available on eBay for around half that price.   The timing was perfect since the vinyl, wicker-style lamp I'd had in this spot for many years was beginning to crumble and fall apart whenever it was … [Read more...]

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Adorable Bunnies, New Outdoor Porch Lamp, Fave Stanley Straw Topper & More

March 28, 2026 by 12 Comments

When I first began this post last night, this dress was back in stock in two sizes. Now it's only in stock in one size. It keeps selling out as soon as they get more in. Hopefully, it will be restocked since it's been so popular, but you can see the size(s) it's available in now here: Beautiful Eyelet Shift Dress.   Beautiful top and in the same design as the dress above. Love the color! … [Read more...]

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Breaking In The New Table With Beautiful Melina by Villeroy & Boch

March 26, 2026 by 17 Comments

Welcome to the 913th Tablescape Thursday! The pollen is raging here in full force. I have all the furniture on the porch covered with sheets and towels. It's a yellow mess out there! I think I'll get out there today and try to blow off some of the pollen off the porch before it gets any thicker.   So we are in the breakfast room for this week's Tablescape Thursday. Wish I had noticed that … [Read more...]

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A Significant Porch Update, Plus This Dress Has Almost Sold Out

March 24, 2026 by 8 Comments

Before we get into today's post, I have to share this beautiful dress that I saw while shopping at the Talbots website today. I saw it a few days ago, but didn't get the opportunity to share it, and now it's almost sold out. Since it's been such a great seller, I bet they will get more in. You can see the sizes that are left here: Blue Eyelet shift Dress.   Do you have a porch with a ceiling … [Read more...]

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A New Dining Set For The Breakfast Room, French Market Style

March 23, 2026 by 42 Comments

Welcome to the 895th Metamorphosis Monday! Hope your weekend was a great one and you had time to play and relax! I've been catching up on things around the house. This is the time of year when I open the doors to the screened porch in the early morning to let the cool night air in, then close them as the day starts to heat up, although some days I've been able to leave them open all … [Read more...]

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My February Favorites + Some Extras That You’ve Been Asking About

March 21, 2026 by 9 Comments

I'm sharing a mix of new and old in this February Favorites post. I have both doors open to the screened porch since it's in the 80s today, and my sinuses are going nuts with the pollen. So I'll keep this post short on words since my head is feeling quite fuzzy. I've often been asked about the Calista hair tool that I LOVE and have been using for so many years. I have it in two barrel sizes since … [Read more...]

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An Accidental St. Patrick’s Day Table Setting In Celebration of Spring

March 19, 2026 by 24 Comments

Welcome to the 912th Tablescape Thursday! I have missed setting a table and could not wait to create one for this week's Tablescape Thursday! After my return home to Georgia on Saturday, I made a quick trip to Publix the next day to restock the pantry. While there, I saw the cutest St. Patrick's Day cake and thought it would be perfect in the center of St. Patty's Day table. Once I got home, I realized St. … [Read more...]

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Large Pet Travel Carrier For Cats Or Small Dogs

March 18, 2026 by 11 Comments

I was a bit apprehensive whenever I thought about the prospect of traveling with Beatrice and Agatha for 8-9 hours in a car. We were supposed to leave on Friday for our trip to Georgia, but I didn't sleep well the night before, and I awoke super tired. Plus, the wind was insane that day, and the idea of fighting that wind for hours convinced me to wait a day. On Saturday, I placed the kitties in the … [Read more...]

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Exploring Kittens & I Can’t Get Enough Of This Book Series

March 16, 2026 by 32 Comments

Welcome to the 894th Metamorphosis Monday! Oh my gosh, it's so good to be back in Georgia! I missed the daffodil blooms; they are completely done, not even a single flower is left. Even the Redbuds are finished. I did see some Redbuds blooming en route home, along with what appeared to be Bradford Pears that were already almost fully leafed out. The kittens have adjusted beautifully to their new digs! I … [Read more...]

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New Furnture For the Breakfast Room In Georgia

March 13, 2026 by 14 Comments

Back when I first moved into the Dollhouse almost two years ago, I was seriously thinking of ordering this table from Rooms To Go. It felt just right for a cottage-style home, and I thought it would be perfect for the dining room. I also loved that I could someday have the back and seats reupholstered in a beautiful fabric to coordinate with whatever drapes/curtains I would eventually add to that … [Read more...]

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12 St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Tables & How’s The Great Pollinating Going?

March 12, 2026 by 23 Comments

Welcome to the 911th Tablescape Thursday! I am headed back to Georgia tomorrow. I bet the pollen is crazy there! This weekend I'll be working on cleaning the porches and setting a table for next week's Tablescape Thursday, hopefully out on the porch. I wonder if the trees have leafed out in the Atlanta area yet? Any metro-Atlantaians reading this post who can tell me how the "Great Pollinating" is going in … [Read more...]

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My Favorite Spring Styles Are On Sale & Stanley Is Tempting Me With New Designs

March 11, 2026 by 4 Comments

We've been having some really beautiful spring-like days this past week. Are you seeing signs of spring in your area, too? It makes me so happy to see the daylight staying with us a whole hour longer each day since the time change this past weekend. The little magnolia tree in the front yard of the Dollhouse is starting to flower, and shoots are popping up everywhere in the garden. What are you seeing in … [Read more...]

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Easiest & Fastest Way To Preserve A Puzzle For Framing Without Using Messy Glue

March 9, 2026 by 6 Comments

Welcome to the 893rd Metamorphosis Monday! Many years ago, when I first started doing puzzles, there were a few puzzles that I really wanted to save for possibly framing later. All the methods I came across online for saving a puzzle for framing involved smearing glue over the surface of the puzzle. In the videos I watched sharing this method, it was always mentioned that the glue would alter the look of … [Read more...]

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A Fun Roundup, Including a Whirlwind Staycation

March 7, 2026 by Leave a Comment

Happy Weekend! If you're looking for a bit of weekend fun, here are 6 posts from the past that I think you'll enjoy. (Click any title link below to view that post in full.) The Week I Took A Non-Stop, Whirlwind Staycation.     A Shocking Garage Makeover/Renovation: New Paint, Flooring, Cabinets, and Lighting.   Tour A Beautiful Historic Home In Savannah, … [Read more...]

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Spring—Summer Finds For The Table, So Many Cute Designs At Reasonable Prices!

March 5, 2026 by 8 Comments

Welcome to the 910th Tablescape Thursday! This has been a busy week as I'm caring for my grandsons while their parents are vacationing with friends in a tropical location. I'm doing all the mom things again, making sure they have what they need for school each morning, and dropping them off on these rainy days. Unfortunately, it's been raining almost constantly this week. I am so over rain! Doesn't this … [Read more...]

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So Many Beautiful Old Homes—Let’s Go For A Drive!

March 4, 2026 by 34 Comments

It's been a long time since we went on a neighborhood home tour. The community in which I live has a tremendous variety of home styles, which is one of the things I love about this area. I wonder if back in the day (90-100+ years ago) if the neighborhood covenants here dictated that your home could not be too similar to another one in the community, or if that was just an understood rule. In any case, I … [Read more...]

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Training Cats To Wear A Harness/Leash & A Toy I Will Never Buy Again

March 2, 2026 by 43 Comments

Welcome to the 892nd Metamorphosis Monday! Have you ever tried to walk a cat on a leash? I've always wanted to try this, especially after seeing cats doing this on social media. Last week, I ordered a harness and leash in the extra-small size for Agatha and Beatrice to see how they would take to this idea. Before I share photos of how that went, I want to share a warning about a cat toy I will never … [Read more...]

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St. Patrick’s Day Table & A Super Cute Idea For A Spring-Easter Table Centerpiece

February 26, 2026 by 10 Comments

Welcome to the 909th Tablescape Thursday! St. Patrick's Day is just a little more than two weeks away. Makes me so happy to say that because that means spring is almost here. I'm so excited for spring to get here, a few days ago, I went ahead and changed the BNOTP header to the spring banner. I don't think I've ever changed it this early before, but this has been a doozy of a winter, and in my mind, it's … [Read more...]

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Great Table-Desk For Working Puzzles While Sitting or Standing

February 25, 2026 by 5 Comments

Just a quick post to share how the new puzzle desk/table is working out. In a nutshell, it's working great! Please ignore all the wires—one is for the table, one goes from the modem to my computer, and one is for the power/surge protector for my computer, monitors, and speakers. If you look toward the bottom where the two legs of the table connect to the two feet of the table, you'll notice that the outer … [Read more...]

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A New Addition To The Movie Room

February 23, 2026 by 8 Comments

Welcome to the 891st Metamorphosis Monday! Hope you had a great weekend! Mine was busy but very productive. The rowing machine that I had ordered arrived on Friday, and I finally had the time to put it together on Sunday evening. The instructions were great, so it went together very easily. I used it briefly last night and was impressed with how quiet it is and how effortlessly it glides. It's virtually … [Read more...]

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Some Things Just Don’t Work Out, But Thankfully, I Found Something Much Better

February 21, 2026 by 23 Comments

So, remember that puzzle I mentioned that I had purchased? It arrived on Friday, and as I assembled it, I came across my first red flag: a packet covered with a sticker that said, "If you find the board cracked, please use this glue to fix it or contact us." If I'm paying over $200 for a puzzle board and it arrives cracked, I will not attempt to repair it with glue. It needs to arrive all in one piece, … [Read more...]

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3 Spring Table Settings, Plus A Fun Spring-Summer DIY Table-Themed Craft

February 19, 2026 by 11 Comments

Welcome to the 908th Tablescape Thursday! I am counting down the days until I am back in Georgia, where I have access to my dinnerware, flatware, etc, again. In the meantime, let's celebrate the coming of spring, which will soon be here—well, maybe not in Ohio, but definitely in Georgia. Over the years, I've learned that spring shows up about a month later here in Ohio than it does in Georgia. I wonder how … [Read more...]

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January Favorites: New Mattress & Puzzle Board, Kitty & Movie Room Finds, Plus, A Great Gift Idea For Any Age

February 18, 2026 by 11 Comments

My oldest grandson is currently skiing in Colorado with family, but just before he left, I gave him an early birthday gift, thinking he might enjoy having it with him during long airport waits and in the evenings after a fun day of skiing. My friend, Pam, told me about this game, The Genius Square, commenting how fun it is, and she was right! (Thanks, Pam!)     It only takes around 30 … [Read more...]

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Missing My Peloton Bike, So I Bought This!

February 16, 2026 by 13 Comments

Welcome to the 890th Metamorphosis Monday! I was supposed to be back in Georgia by now. The plan was to head back to Georgia right after New Year's, so I could spend the winter there. So why am I not there? Welllll, I ordered a dishwasher in December for installation before  Christmas. When the installation guys arrived, they informed me I needed an outlet installed underneath my kitchen sink cabinet. All … [Read more...]

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Amazing End-of-Winter Sale—You Won’t Believe These Prices

February 14, 2026 by 4 Comments

The end-of-winter sales have started, and Talbots has an amazing sale going on right now. All of their sale items are currently an additional 70% off.  New season items are 30% off. This is when I normally stock up on their jeggings that I love wearing throughout the year. Here are some examples of the amazing sales you'll find right now. This pretty snowflake sweateris 70%. It was originally 99.50 and now … [Read more...]

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The Plates Were A Bust, But That’s Not Stopping This Valentine’s Day Celebration!

February 12, 2026 by 12 Comments

Welcome to the 907th Tablescape Thursday!   Sadly, my plans to set a table this week using these plates that I recently ordered didn't work out. I ordered two sets, and each set arrived on a different day. The first set to arrive was defective: the writing on the plates was crooked/cockeyed. I knew that would drive me crazy, so I returned those and hoped the next set would arrive looking like … [Read more...]

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Puzzle Thieves, A New Murder Mystery To Solve & Making Special Memories

February 11, 2026 by 32 Comments

Ever since adopting sisters, Miss Agatha and Miss Beatrice, four months ago, trying to get any work done has been a challenge. As soon as I sit down at my desk, they race over to chase the bug that's always running across the monitor, aka the cursor. Anyone else have this issue with their kitties?   On this particular day, Beatrice was busy writing out a Post-it-Note list of treats that she … [Read more...]

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Getting Organized: No More Searching Through Drawers For Bandages & Ointments

February 9, 2026 by 14 Comments

Welcome to the 889th Metamorphosis Monday! Ever since moving to Ohio, I've had to step up my Band-Aid game. When you live near two active grandsons, and you're accident-prone yourself, you can never have too many Band-Aids on hand. A few days ago, my youngest grandson needed a bandage for a cut on the lower part of his finger. I knew I had the perfect Band-Aid for it, but I couldn't find it since it was … [Read more...]

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6 Favorite, High-End Shops I Was Surprised To Find On Amazon

February 7, 2026 by 8 Comments

Last summer, while shopping for sheets, I started noticing that so many of my favorite stores, stores I consider to be high-end, are now available on Amazon. One that I've known about for a while is Yeti. After verifying with Yeti that their Amazon store is the real thing, I've purchased many a Yeti item via Amazon. I saw this newly released tumbler today called Moon Dust, and it reminds me so much of … [Read more...]

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Spring Tablescape Shopping: So Many Great Finds & Here’s What I’ve Ordered

February 5, 2026 by 16 Comments

Welcome to the 906th Tablescape Thursday! Valentine's Day is just 9 days away, with Easter not too far behind, so I've been doing a bit of spring shopping. I just ordered two sets of these adorable "Conversation Hearts" salad/dessert plates. I've always had a hard time finding Valentine's Day salad plates that I really like, and these are too cute to pass up. Plus, it doesn't hurt that they are so … [Read more...]

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An End-of-Winter Sale, Adorable Spring Finds & A Book (Series) For Cold Winter Nights

February 3, 2026 by 16 Comments

We made it through January! Yay! February is officially here, and with just 45 days until the first day of spring, the end of winter sales are getting fired up. While scoping out the sales, I took a peek at some of the upcoming spring fashions, too. This beautiful sweater caught my eye. I love horses, and I think they are such beautiful animals. If you love a beautiful winter scene, this sweater is … [Read more...]

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Big Change To My Hair Routine, Plus, A Small Office Update

February 2, 2026 by 20 Comments

Welcome to the 888th Metamorphosis Monday! Happy Monday! Thank you so much for all your kind words and well-wishes for a speedy recovery from this awful flu that I've been fighting. Other than being tired (didn't get enough sleep last night), I am so much better. All the aches and pains are gone, and now I'm just fighting the lingering head-cold stuff that seems to be left from my battle with the … [Read more...]

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Reminiscent Of That Time I Caught Influenza-A While Traveling In Germany

January 29, 2026 by 36 Comments

Welcome to the 905th Tablescape Thursday! I don't have a tablescape to share, but please join the blog party if you do. I am sick with a really nasty flu. It's a doozy, reminiscent of the time I caught Influenza A while traveling in Germany. I've been running a fever—not sure what it was the first day since I didn't have a thermometer, but it was 102.4 after one was delivered yesterday. I will spare you … [Read more...]

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Making My Own Sunshine This Week!

January 26, 2026 by 15 Comments

Welcome to the 887th Metamorphosis Monday! These are my plans for later today. I bought this puzzle as soon as I heard a storm was headed our way. The nights have been dipping into the single digits, but as I type this, we are at a sunny 13 degrees. (Puzzle is available here: Puzzle for a Snow Day.)   This is what I saw when my Ring floodlight went off this morning at  3:40 this morning. … [Read more...]

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Snow For Days, A Heated Bed, & So Many Happy Cardinals

January 25, 2026 by 32 Comments

How is the weather in your area? I awoke to my lawn service doing their first snow removal process. It was snowing the whole time they were working, so within a few hours, it looked like they had never been here. I think they are coming back for a second time tomorrow.   The city snowplows came through, but the roads are all covered again.   My DIL texted me to let me know that … [Read more...]

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Cozy Tables For Winter Dining

January 22, 2026 by 5 Comments

Welcome to the 904th Tablescape Thursday! I will be heading back to Georgia before too long, and I'm looking forward to being reunited with my dishware so I can create some winter and spring table settings to share. I plan to stay there for a bit, at least until spring arrives. It should be an interesting trip with two meowing cats in the car with me. Ha! Hopefully, they won't do that all the way there, … [Read more...]

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Here’s How I’m Preparing For Challenging Weather

January 21, 2026 by 17 Comments

Winter is in full force here in Ohio right now, and I've been hearing that there's a big storm moving across the country this weekend. The weather experts on TV appear to be revising their predictions on where the storm will be most intense. In any case, I always like to have a few things on hand, just in case I lose power for a bit. Of course, when the weather is looking suspect, you definitely want to … [Read more...]

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Just Call Me Sherlock Holmes

January 19, 2026 by 29 Comments

Welcome to the 886th Metamorphosis Monday! If you've been reading BNOTP for a while, you know I tend go from zero to 100 when I find something I really like.  That's pretty much what has happened to me since I discovered Bogg Bags. It all started when I gave one as a gift to my lovely DIL. After seeing her bag in person, I was so impressed with how well it was made, I decided I'd one day buy one for … [Read more...]

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Tour The Beautiful Library & Bedrooms Inside The Historic Tate House, aka, The Pink Palace.

January 17, 2026 by 10 Comments

Seems like I start every post lately with, "I know Christmas has passed now, but...."  There just weren't enough days in December to share everything with you that I thought you would enjoy. So, as we trudge our way through the cold weather of January (maybe I'm the only one trudging as I long for warmer days), I thought you would enjoy seeing more photos inside the beautiful Tate House, aka, The Pink … [Read more...]

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Cozy, Inviting Setting, Includes A Table Before & After, Too. Pssst: This Dinnerware Would Also Work For Valentine’s Day

January 15, 2026 by 8 Comments

Welcome to the 903rd Tablescape Thursday! Right around Christmas, I had several BNOTP readers share beautiful holiday tables with me. I couldn't get them all posted before Christmas, but they were too wonderful to wait a whole year to share. Jackie wrote, "So I had this wonderful table from when my girls were 8 and 11 (now 32 and 29). They loved gathering around it—we had many family memories/stories. This … [Read more...]

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New Dishwasher, A Solution To Scattered Litter & The Rtic Winter Collection Arrived

January 14, 2026 by 12 Comments

Yesterday afternoon, a replacement Fisher & Paykel dishwasher was installed in the Dollhouse kitchen. If you saw Monday's post, you know that the previous newly-purchased dishwasher was delivered with a defect: the drawers would not line up properly.   I later discovered paperwork attached to the unit indicating that it had previously been involved in a truck accident. Not sure if that … [Read more...]

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How Do I Like My 2-Drawer Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher + Updated Kitten Photos

January 12, 2026 by 22 Comments

Welcome to the 885th Metamorphosis Monday! A few weeks ago, I shared the dishwasher I had chosen for the Dollhouse kitchen: a 2-drawer, Fisher & Paykel dishwasher.   If you saw that post, you may remember the interior photos that I shared of how it looked with dishes loaded inside.   I had to have an electrician install an outlet underneath the sink before it could be … [Read more...]

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My December Favorites: 1 Fail, But Many Wins—Plus, A New Love That’s On Sale

January 10, 2026 by 9 Comments

We had lots of sunshine yesterday, but rainy and drizzly here today. Thankfully, it's been a bit warmer, which is weird for January in Ohio. I hope you are seeing some sunshine today! Before we get into my December favorites, I want to share something with you that I just bought and LOVE, and is currently on sale! I've never had an Rtic tumbler or one of their "road trip" tumblers, but when I saw their … [Read more...]

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2 Beautiful Table Settings For A Christmas Holiday Tea Party

January 8, 2026 by 6 Comments

Welcome to the 902nd Tablescape Thursday! There were a couple of table settings that I didn't get a chance to share before Christmas, and they are way too wonderful to wait another whole year! Selma often hosts fabulous tea parties, and just before Christmas, she hosted a Christmas tea party for the lovely staff who work at the cat clinic where Selma takes her sweet kitties. Selma wrote, "I hosted Christmas … [Read more...]

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Delicious, Cheesy Baked Potatoes: The Perfect Winter Comfort Food

January 6, 2026 by 17 Comments

I saw these cheesy baked potatoes being made recently on Instagram and thought they were the perfect comfort food for a cold winter's day. They are so easy to make that I didn't try to create a printable recipe; however, I'll link the Instagram video at the end of this post showing how to make them in detail in case you have any questions.   So, here's how they are made: Note: These will bake … [Read more...]

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Let’s Go Inside The Beautiful Tate House Conservatory!

January 5, 2026 by 12 Comments

Welcome to the 884th Metamorphosis Monday! Today, I'm taking you back to the beautiful Tate House, aka The Pink Palace, in Tate, Georgia. You may recall that a friend and I visited the Tate House in December, when it was decorated for Christmas.   The Tate House, built from a rare pink marble mined from a nearby quarry, is an iconic landmark in Tate, Georgia.   It really is a … [Read more...]

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Bogg Bag Fever: Bitten By The Bogg Bag Bug

January 3, 2026 by 16 Comments

Do you own a Bogg Bag? Have you ever heard of them? I didn't know they existed until last summer. I can't remember how they first came onto my radar, but once I saw one in person, I could see why they were so popular. They are super practical bags for busy moms who haul around a lot of kid stuff. They are also great for taking along to the pool or on a beach vacation since they are almost indestructible and … [Read more...]

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Elegant Table Setting For New Year’s Day with 2 Different Centerpiece Designs

January 1, 2026 by 14 Comments

Welcome to the 901st Tablescape Thursday! I have a wonderful tablescape to share with you today! Elena created a beautiful table setting for her family for Christmas that would also work wonderfully for a New Year's Day celebration. Elena wrote, "My whole life, I have always LOVED everything Victorian!! Back in the 1980s and into the 90s, there were Victorian influences in everything from art, architecture, … [Read more...]

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3 New Additions To The Movie Room, Plus, Washing Dishes By Hand For 10 Days

December 29, 2025 by 36 Comments

Welcome to the 883rd Metamorphosis Monday! Hope you have had a fun, relaxing weekend! The past week around here has been a bit crazy. The Fisher and Paykal dishwasher I purchased a few weeks back was supposed to be installed on Friday, December 19. The installers arrived on time but were unable to complete the install, saying that I first needed to have an outlet installed under the … [Read more...]

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Feeling Nostalgic This Christmas Morning

December 25, 2025 by 28 Comments

Welcome to the 900th Tablescape Thursday! Merry Christmas to all who celebrate!  I hope you are having a great one! I plan to celebrate into January because it feels like it has all gone by way too fast. For our Christmas Eve dinner last night, we used this table setting that I put together several weeks ago.   I couldn't bring myself to change it since it's a kitty-themed table, and this … [Read more...]

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Which Dishwasher Did I Choose For The Dollhouse Kitchen?

December 22, 2025 by 29 Comments

Welcome to the 882nd Metamorphosis Monday! Hope you had an awesome weekend! As I type this, I'm awaiting the arrival of an electrician who will hopefully be installing an outlet in the cabinet that's just underneath the sink area in the kitchen. Why do I need an outlet in that location? Toward the end of November, I purchased a new dishwasher for the Dollhouse kitchen. It was just delivered last week, but … [Read more...]

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Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas & These Should All Arrive Before Christmas

December 20, 2025 by 11 Comments

It's down to crunch time for completing our Christmas shopping this year. Last night, I put together a list of gifts that were showing they would arrive before Christmas Day. Starting with my favorite winter slippers (actually, I wear them almost all year round) these slippers are incredibly warm and cozy. You'll find the men's slippers available here: Men's Tasman II Slipper, and the women's slippers are … [Read more...]

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The Beautiful Tate House Dining Room & A Fantasy Christmas Table Setting

December 18, 2025 by 24 Comments

Welcome to the 899th Tablescape Thursday! It was a long, long drive back from Georgia to the Dollhouse yesterday, and I had two rambunctious kittens who kept me awake half the night, so I'm running late this morning.  Last night was the first night that I've seriously attempted to let them sleep in my bed; before, they just wanted to play the entire time and always got booted out. It went very well for … [Read more...]

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