Throwing Fisticuffs–It’s That Time Of Year When I Duke It Out With The Mattress! Ha!
Welcome to the 773rd Metamorphosis Monday! Or, maybe it's more like a wrestling match! It was past time--normally I swap out my summer bedding for my winter bedding around the first week of October. I think I'm late this year because it really hasn't felt that fallish. We've been having some wonderfully warm days. The leaves have really started falling now, though--so it was time, past time! My biannual swapping of the bedding is not for the faint of heart! Ha! … [Continue Reading...]
A Wish List Item I Finally Purchased AND Some Great Holiday Gift Ideas!
A few days ago someone left a comment that they were having a tough time finding the Newman's Own Lemon Pepper that I mentioned during a previous post that was about making Lemon Pepper Chicken. They also mentioned that they thought it was being discontinued. What?! That put me in a bit of a panic and I immediately bought two more. I hope it doesn't get discontinued since it's my favorite for seasoning chicken. If you've been trying to locate it, it's available … [Continue Reading...]
2 Beautiful Thanksgiving Table Settings, Lovingly Prepared for Family
Welcome to the 790th Tablescape Thursday! I have two delightful tables to share with you for this week's Tablescape Thursday! Kathy has her Thanksgiving ready for her family, and it's beautiful! I was so excited to see Kathy set her table with Plymouth Turkey dinnerware. I've seen this pattern when visiting my local William Sonoma, so it's exciting to see it in a real Thanksgiving table setting! I looked this morning to see if it's still available … [Continue Reading...]
It Arrived And It’s Even Better Than Before!
I'm popping in to share a quick update. I think I mentioned a few days ago that I was planning on ordering additional place settings of Spode Woodland this year. Many, many years ago I purchased 6 place settings from either Macy's or Dillards--can't remember which now. I think it was from Macy's--seems like it was Lenox Winter Greetings that I purchased in Dillards. Stinks--not having a memory! As my friend Linda likes to say, "I've slept since … [Continue Reading...]
A Peloton Seat Upgrade, Paul’s Pot Pies & Favorite Puzzle/Lego Advent Calendars
Welcome to the 772nd Metamorphosis Monday! Hope you had a fabulous weekend! Have you started your holiday shopping? I did a bit of shopping for family this weekend, and I ended up picking up something for myself, too--a very special bag. If you missed that post, you'll find it here: Cutest Thing Ever--I Couldn't Resist! Plus, It's On Sale 50% Off. For this week's Metamorphosis Monday, I have a smallish Before/After to share, but before I get to that, I wanted to … [Continue Reading...]
Cutest Thing Ever–I Could Not Resist! Plus, It’s On Sale 50% Off!
Over the years, Kate Spade has produced some of the cutest, most adorable handbags you can imagine or dream up. As much as I have always loved them, I've been able to resist getting one. Until now. When I saw this enchanting Gingerbread House bag, it was instant love and I knew I had to have one. Of course, it didn't hurt that it's on sale 50% off right now! (Gingerbread House Bag is available here: Gingerbread House Bag.) The Black Friday sales are … [Continue Reading...]
October Favorites, Much-Loved Holiday Gift Ideas + Found A Dispenser For Cutemol!
I am counting the days until it's time to put my wreaths up in the windows. It's always my favorite way to decorate for Christmas. I used to wait until the day after Thanksgiving to hang the wreaths, but now I put them up a few days earlier so I can enjoy them a little bit longer. A few years back, I changed out all the ribbons/bows on my wreaths. The old ones had lasted for many years--at least 20+ years, but it was time for a refresh. I found … [Continue Reading...]
A Cozy, Warm, Candlelit Table For Fall, Mixing The New With The Vintage
Welcome to the 789th Tablescape Thursday! My favorite table settings, especially during the fall and winter, are always by candlelight. This time of year, when nightfall begins arriving so early, I crave anything that feels cozy, warm, and comforting. Candlelight definitely gives me that. A few days ago I purchased these rattan chargers that are currently on sale. I couldn't wait to use them in a table setting. It's … [Continue Reading...]
Don’t Do This With Your Speed Queen Washer, Plus, Affordable Christmas Gifts
Do you own a Speed Queen washer or are you thinking of getting one? If so, be super careful if you use the bleach dispenser that's located in the left front corner! After I shared a post recently with a quick update on how I'm using and loving my SQ washer, I heard from a lovely reader, Cathy, who warned me about using the bleach dispenser. Her Speed Queen washing machine is around 4 years old and she is having a big issue with rust in that area, and apparently, … [Continue Reading...]
A Washer Update, A New Purchase + 4 Beautiful, Affordable Designs for Thanksgiving
Welcome to the 771st Metamorphosis Monday! Did you make it through the time change okay? I thought I read a couple of years back that we were going to stop the changing of the clocks every fall and spring. Does anyone else remember reading that? I guess something didn't get passed or make it all the way through for it to become a reality. I was really looking forward to that. I've just returned from a 10-day visit to see family in Ohio, so I've been washing … [Continue Reading...]
