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Red Hot Heart Buttons | Letting God Transform Our Weaknesses
If you've met me for even half a minute, I've likely told you that I hate moving. Like I hate it with a capital H. Which is really too bad, because the life I find myself in requires moves. And lots of...
Making a Master Suite Reveal | Before & After
I am so excited to be showing you my finished master suite tonight!! Seriously, basically anyone who has come into my house lately has been invited upstairs to check it out because it's been something we've been working on and I've been talking (and...
Nesting | A Master Bedroom Remodel Story
"Oh my gosh! You're nesting!" That's what the adorably sweet girl at the front desk of my chiropractor said. It was a joy chatting with her before my appointments. She's one of those people who can put you at ease immediately and have you feeling camaraderie after a...
Welcome to Canyon Cottage
Have you ever had a secret dream that came true? Like something super dear to your heart that you never thought would happen. Then it did. And you just couldn't believe it. And all you could do was thank God over and over, because you just really couldn't believe it?...
Quiet Time Journaling and God in Sweet, Clear Hindsight
Journaling Today I'm talking about journaling. I've even got a FREE PRINTABLE for you to help you get in the habit of journaling. If you, like me want to journal...but seem to always fall off the train after a few weeks. You can go straight to the printable here. Or...
5 Bible Reading Strategies I Love and Recommend
5 Bible Reading Strategies I Love and Recommend It's been years since I started Bible reading and really began enjoying it. I'd say my zeal for reading Scripture is evidence that Christ is at work in me. That I'm growing to be more like Him. That my faith is...
The Long Way Around (avoiding God’s calling and remembering God is faithful)
Today, the first time I've written in months and months, I wan't to talk about God's calling. **I've recorded this post so your ears can read it instead of your eyes. You're welcome.*** But first...simply cannot believe it's January. And not only that, but midway...
Hello Again
It’s been a while since I’ve written…the site has been totally revamped and I think you’ll love it. This (re)introduction tells the story of how the new site came to be and how to use its resources.
5 Last Minute Ways to Decorate For Fall
It's been a while since I've posted. And I'm hoping to come to you with a big fat explanation of all the adventures that have been taking place here. Let's just say it has involved dead bats, a new house, endless woodwork to refinish, contractors, and sliding to the...
Sam and Katie’s Place | House Tour
**This space has been featured on Shutterfly's interactive album "How to Decorate a Small Living Room." Click over for more great ideas, cool spaces and inspiration from other talented designers and decorators.*** Tonight is a super special, super exciting night. ...
Chalked : Fireplace Redo : Product Review
Tonight I've got more from Katie and Sam's place. If you have a piece of furniture sitting around your house that you have been itching to paint, but are too nervous to dive in...read this post. I've used lots of refinishing techniques before...but tonight I'm...
Erik | Class of 2017
It's no secret that senior portraits are my absolute fave. And when it comes to shooting seniors, I try not to pick favorites. As the summer progresses I meet one awesome kiddo after another and every session seems to be better than the last. But this year, I'm in...
Not Your Grandfather’s Clock
I start lots of thoughts and stories with the phrase, "Here's the thing..." And as hard as I've tried to think of another way to start this post, I just can't. So... Here's the thing about really gutsy accent pieces. I find them very easy to create for other...
How to Pick Paint Colors | 5 Easy Steps
Can you tell me how to pick paint colors for my house? Man, oh man, oh man, oh man. This is a million dollar question that I get asked all the time. And by million dollar--I mean, if I got paid a dollar each time I've been asked how to go about picking paint colors...
How To Tackle a Big Home Improvement Project
Have you ever faced a goal or wanted to start in on a big project, but were unsure of where to begin? I think most of us have been there. I know I've been there many times. But being unsure of how to start a big project, is no reason to avoid ambitious...
