Reluctant. The definition is fascinating: Lack of enthusiasm; unwillingness or lack of enthusiasm. Or offering resistance or opposing. Reluctant is having reservations about doing something you were asked to...
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Recently suggested by one of my readers, I thought I’d share how I get inspired to set my table when guests are coming for dinner. First of all, did...
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Hello, friends. For those who’ve wondered where I’ve been, well … it’s a story. You may wonder if you can survive without your laptop, phone, social media, etc., especially...
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Happy October, Friends! Because I wanted to catch Autumn “early,” I wrote my 30 Day series in September this year, instead of participating in October like many bloggers are...
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Colors. Colors of Autumn. The colors are so deep and rich — burnt umber orange, gold, russet, crimson, dark green, maroon, and even the color of hay. I love...
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Canning. Smells of autumn. My sisters and I would dance around in Grandma’s mud room, from where we’d step down into the cold, dark pantry lined with canning jars....
Read More Day 29. Canning. Smells of Autumn.