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Sunday, March 31, 2013

HE IS RISEN! {JUST GIVE ME JESUS}

Sunday, March 31, 2013

HE IS RISEN! {JUST GIVE ME JESUS}

HAPPY RESURRECTION SUNDAY! "Why do you seek the living among the dead?  He is not here, but is risen!" Luke 24:5b-6a Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift! This moving poem from Anne Graham Lotz has been one of my favorites since the first time I heard it.  If you're not familiar with it, listen.  Start it, learn back, close your eyes, and take it in.  It's worth every minute, I promise. HE truly is the answer to anything we face in this life.  Minutes after working on this post and preparing the video, I read "Jesus Calling" by Sarah Young to my children this morning...it perfectly complements the Just Give Me Jesus poem I had listened to moments earlier: "I have a wonderful plan for your life.  But you may not always underst an d that plan.  Sometimes My blessings come to you in mysterious ways: even through pain and trouble.  I use tough times to teach you more about Me.  I can use trouble at home to help you find pea...
Wednesday, March 27, 2013

EASTER TABLE TWO WAYS

Wednesday, March 27, 2013

EASTER TABLE TWO WAYS

I took an unexpected little break from the blog this week.  Sometimes I feel like I just need to totally unplug...can anyone relate?  I did want to pop in today though to show you a few ideas if you are preparing to decorate a table for Easter this weekend.   True to form for me, I used mostly what I had and kept it simple.  First up, option #1, sparkly and glam: For the place settings, I pulled out my bird nests and eggs and used your favorite and mine...frog tape! to make name banners. I lined the bottom of a mirrored tray with a fun piece of graphic wrapping paper to add some color. I loaded the tray up with lots of candles and some clipped branches from the redbud tree in our yard. Some smaller arrangements flank the mirrored tray with a pair of mossy garden birds. Next, option #2, a colorful table for the kids (or those young at heart!):   For the centerpiece, I used a cute grapevine rabbit...
Thursday, March 21, 2013

WHAT'S ON MY IKEA LIST

Thursday, March 21, 2013

WHAT'S ON MY IKEA LIST

Since we're on Spring Break this week, yesterday we skipped town for a few days.  We didn't go far and don't have big plans...staying in a hotel, flipping through cable (which we don't have at home), and eating out is enough to keep us happy.   However, you can bet I'm squeezing some shopping in!  We just happen to be staying near Ikea, which I only get to visit about once a year, so I though I'd share with you what's been on my list. #1- Lappljung Ruta pillows- Black and white aztec pillows.  I tried to buy these on my last trip, but they were sold out!  Hoping they are in stock this time.  Because clearly I need more black and white pillows. source #2-The Expedit shelves.  For my son's room that we're working on.  Hoping these will provide a good balance of storage cubbies and display space for all of those Lego Star Wars ships.  I know you moms of boys know what I mean. #3-The Knappa light.  Not sure where it&...
Wednesday, March 20, 2013

SPRING FEVER

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

SPRING FEVER

Happy First Day of S P R I N G !                                                                              Source: mayoopatel.deviantart.com via Tami on Pinterest                                                                                        Source: ohsheglows.com via PickYourPlum on Pinterest                                                                                           Source: dressinterest.us via Natalia on Pinterest Tory Burch                                                                                       Source: facebook.com via Victoria on Pinterest We're off to enjoy the last half of our Spring Break.  And, in true Oklahoma fashion, there's snow predicted in parts of the state by the end of the week.  We're on a weather roller coaster!  I will be back tomorrow though with a hint of what we're doing! ...
Tuesday, March 19, 2013

HOW TO PAINT CERAMICS

Tuesday, March 19, 2013

HOW TO PAINT CERAMICS

I've been looking for a garden stool (that didn't cost an arm and a leg) forever!  So, when my sis sent me a picture of this one that she came across at Ross, I jumped at it.  Although I think the blue is pretty, I didn't really like the brown glaze on it, and the color doesn't work in my house.  That didn't really matter to me, though, because I knew painting it would be a breeze! Even though ceramics have a smooth, glossy finish, they are simple to paint successfully.  Here are a few tips that I think are key to getting a good result when painting ceramic items. *Use a primer.  I don't always use primer on items I'm spray painting, but on something with a smooth glossy finish it's essential.  I used Rustoleum's spray primer for this project. *Spray several very light coats.  I'm always tempted to paint with a heavy hand and only do one coat, but it's so much better to do several coats of almost a mist. *After fini...
Friday, March 15, 2013

3 INGREDIENT BUTTERSCOTCH ICEBOX COOKIES

Friday, March 15, 2013

3 INGREDIENT BUTTERSCOTCH ICEBOX COOKIES

This is probably one of the most common cookies around, but in my four decades of life and eating at countless church potluck meals, I've never had one until last month!  My friend made these super easy, super yummy cookies on our ski trip , and today, in honor of our last day before Spring Break starts, I'm sharing them with you!  Just in case you need something to keep little hands busy, they will love helping make these! Here's what you need: 1 bag butterscotch chips peanut butter (about a cup) corn flakes (about 7 cups) I know, the measurements aren't very exact.  When I asked my friend about it she was like,  "Oh, a couple of big spoonfuls of peanut butter and stir in the cornflakes until it looks right...".  So, you can't really mess these up and I'm guessing on the measurements.  You can adjust to your taste if needed. First, pour the entire bag of chips into a microwave safe bowl.  Add a few big dallops of p...
Tuesday, March 12, 2013

MY FAVORITE CORNER

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

MY FAVORITE CORNER

After the Christmas Tree came down, the corner where it had been needed some attention.  I used my new chair, and found an old carved frame at Goodwill that I put next to the painting that was already there.  Then, I brought in a tall mirror that's been waiting in the wings and leaned it against the wall. The little side table comes back and forth from the attic depending on where and when I need it, and the garden stool is a new find that I'll tell you about later. ***Updated-go here to read about the garden stool. When I showed you all some possibilities for the chair, I couldn't get that last glossy green one with the leopard cushions out of my head.  Since this is right across from the green china cabinet though ,  I didn't want another piece of green furniture there.  I decided I wanted to keep the color as-is for now, and used some left over leopard fabric from my pillows for the seat cushion.  My touch of green was added with the pi...