Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Do I See Fall Peeking Through the Window?

It's no lie, I tend to "push" things along in our home! I'm the first to drag out the boxes for fall, the first to start thinking about holiday shopping and baking. I have no regrets, though. I simply love the holidays. With lower temperatures just around the corner (hopefully), I couldn't wait any longer. My husband questioned me not too many days ago? "What's wrong? I don't see any pumpkins yet?" So, lo and behold, I just dove right in. 



Notice anything different? Yes, the fireplace received a "makeover" - thank you Annie Sloan. I must say, I've been very pleased with the touches of old white in my home. And I do believe that my cozy living room looks a bit brighter AND bigger. It's amazing what a little paint can do for a girl!


The old sideboard also got a makeover. I am still in the process of dressing this area, but had to show off my little scarecrow people. So cute!





I might have to go find some friends for them!


A gift from my mother .... these had a home on the mantel, but have since been relocated to the bookcase in the living room. Thanks to my Cricut, the monogramming was very easy!

Stay tuned for more  
Michelle



Friday, September 16, 2011

Remembering Our Heroes...........

Last weekend, much of America solemnly remembered the lives lost on September 11th, 2001. Neighborhoods were filled with flags, children were dressed in red, white and blue, pastors asked for a moment of silence in church, all to remember and honor and cherish. My family took a trip to visit Healing Fields on Sunday...to say that I was moved is an understatement. One flag flown for every life lost......



My boys walked the fields, read the tags and took a few moments to take it all in......





 Boots were placed at the foot of the flags dedicated to firefighters and military.


This morning, I was forwarded an email titled "Retrieved," which honored the rescue dogs of 9/11 ~ this I found very touching.....

 
The book "Retrieved" was released last Friday.

 



God Bless!