Walls are coming down to turn this into a screened in porch. The fireplace is so big that my 10 and 8 year old children can both fit in it, practically standing up. We see ourselves spending a lot of time in this room. It's going to be our slice of heaven, even though there's … [Read more...] about Smores at My House – (not so) Wordless Wednesday
Dirt and Noise
Blue NC – 5:00 Fridays TM
The only thing blue in North Carolina right now is the sky. And our collective mood. It's been a heated time in North Carolina. Our bastion of progress has been crumpled into a sorry wad. The state GOP has set its sights on killing everything - education, access to healthcare, … [Read more...] about Blue NC – 5:00 Fridays TM
If These Walls Could Talk
There is no amount of planning that prepares you for a massive historic home renovation. This is our third such project, and so far, the most exciting. There are hiccups already, but the planning carries on. Our contractor, Original Space, has been the perfect blend of … [Read more...] about If These Walls Could Talk
North Carolina 2013 – Wordless Wednesday
You Say Tomato, I Say, Yes Please!
It matters not if it's a fruit or a vegetable. I have a love affair with 'maters. I relish summer not for its long, sunny days, jaunty dresses, kicky sandals, or soothing sea spray. I adore summer because the season brings me tomatoes. Yes, I am devoting a blog post to this plump … [Read more...] about You Say Tomato, I Say, Yes Please!
Lipton Iced Tea Bourbon Slushies – 5:00 Fridays TM
Disclosure: I received various Lipton Iced Tea products to sample. All opinions are my own, and I was not compensated for this post. Mario Lopez called me the other night. Yup, he sure did. I got to spend part of my evening chatting about our kids, summer fun, cocktails, and … [Read more...] about Lipton Iced Tea Bourbon Slushies – 5:00 Fridays TM
Esse Quam Videri – An Ironic State Motto
Esse Quam Videri is the motto of this state I call home. North Carolina is the state where my sons were born. I tell them that no matter where the winds blow them, they will always have a tie to North Carolina. Bird and Deal will always say, "I was born in North Carolina." They … [Read more...] about Esse Quam Videri – An Ironic State Motto