A week ago my sisters and I went to the city of Portland, Oregon, on a mini vacation to celebrate my 50th birthday! It’s a happy event when we...
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Friends inquire often about our garden and raised beds, lately asking about staking tomatoes. Are wire cages better, or what do we use to stake the tomato plants? This...
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I love hosting a dinner party because it offers a chance to celebrate an occasion–at home–with extra panache. Table setting ideas, like with this birthday party I hosted this...
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Just in time for a summer party holiday, this 4th of July Party Drinks Display is a fun way to set out the beverages, in a patriotic setting! In the...
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Sometimes hospitality has nothing to do with people coming in to our homes. Sometimes it means we take our hospitable spirit with us – wherever that may be. Having...
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I saw this quote and it made me smile: Never give anybody a fondue set or anything painted avocado green. Those were the popular colors for home decor when...
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