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Little Pockets of Happiness

Recently, I've been trying to find little pockets of happiness in each day.  Something small and inexpensive that can bring big joy.  I've tried to be really intentional lately about doing this because I think it can help bring some balance and View Post

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Bring On The Fall!

It's finally September, and to that I say, BRING ON THE FALL!  I am excited about the cooler temperatures, watching college football games (Hotty Toddy!), and all the cozy things.  It's just time.  Summer hasn't been brutally hot like last year, but View Post

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Fall Home Decor Tour

I thought I would post a little fall home decor tour today since we finally got out our fall decor. Usually, I would have all of my things out on the first of September, but I just haven't had the mental fortitude to get it done on time this year.  View Post

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Two Weeks

It has been two weeks since I posted.  Yikes!  I just hadn't realized it.  Nothing earth-shattering was going on.  I have just been slacking a bit.  My attention has been bouncing around, and focusing on things has been tough.  But, I'm View Post

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Pumpkins, Pumpkins Everywhere!

I love seeing pumpkins everywhere during the Halloween and Fall seasons! Green, orange, yellow, white...it doesn't matter what color or shape they are; I love pumpkins! Pumpkins Everywhere In Our Home I thought I'd start out by sharing a few View Post

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A Weekend Catch-Up

Happy Sunday!  Time for a little weekend catch-up!  This past week was a bit of a blur, so I let another week go by without much blogging.  However, I would like to say a heartfelt thank you to those of you who left a comment on my last post.  Your View Post

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Looking Over Last Week

Looking over last week in this post!  I'm seriously trying to remember each day.  It seems like so many of my days blend into one now, but I wanted to share a few things so I can remember them as long as my blog is here! The week started with View Post

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November Already?!

I can't believe that it's November already!  It seems like this year is just flying by.  I certainly didn't mean to miss posting last week, but it was just one of those weeks.  I'm sure we all have them.  Anyway, I'll share what happened here to say View Post

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