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Holiday House Guests

For many of us, the holidays mean welcoming family into our home for several days. As it has often been easier to have our family come to…

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  • My Secret Garden

    My Secret Garden

    Finally! I never dreamed I would find such joy in a simple fence, an arbor and some gates. After 8 years in our home and frustration with… More

  • Country Girl

    Country Girl

    After a week of getting in touch with my inner “country girl”, I’m back! Visiting family, in the nation’s heartland (Kansas), is a great way to slow… More