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10 Guest Bedroom Ideas to Make Every Stay Memorable
Hello Lovelies, As someone who loves hosting weekend guests, I've learned a few things about creating a welcoming guest bedroom. I'm excited to share my top 10 guest bedroom ideas to make every stay memorable with you, each designed to make your guests' stay as...
The Power of Resilience: How to Turn Adversity into Opportunity
Hello lovelies, My book, Guide for Simple Luxuries, emerged from the challenging and disheartening period after COVID-19 when I had to let go of my promising business. I wanted to share my story about the power of resilience and finding joy in my work again. In...
Embracing Autumn: Perfect Fall Wreaths for Every Space
Hello Lovelies, As the leaves start to change and the air gets that wonderful crisp feel, it's the perfect time to fully embrace Autumn. I've discovered perfect fall wreaths for every space in your home. Welcoming Warmth With Fall Wreaths A fall wreath is like a big,...
The Art of Drying Hydrangeas: How to Dry Hydrangeas Like a Pro
Hello Lovelies, Our blue hydrangeas flourish year after year in the front of our home. Although they are so beautiful as they wind down in the fall, I am sad because I won't see them again until next summer. I thought it would be smart to prolong their beauty by...
How Positive Thinking Can Tranform Your Life
Hello Lovelies, Can we take a moment to discover how the power of positive thinking can transform your life? Life's curveballs are chucked at us constantly, but maintaining a positive mindset can be a game-changer when things get tough. It feels like having a secret...
Top 10 At-Home Products to Pamper Yourself
Hello Lovelies, Are you ready to indulge in some well-deserved self-care right in the comfort of your own home? I've rounded up my must have top 10 at-home products to pamper and rejuvenate themselves.These at-home goodies are sure to make you feel like a queen. Plum...
Makeup Expiration Dates
Like most of us these days, I try to get the most out of any cosmetics. I'll try to get the last bit of concealer from the tube, or that final swipe of the mascara. These helpful tips for makeup expiration dates are important to know when your makeup is past its...
A Book Lover’s Paradise: Why Toward the Corner of Mercy and Peace Should be on Your Reading List
Hello Lovelies, Get ready to experience a delightful mix of laughter and heartwarming moments from A Book Lover's Paradise Review as Minerva grapples with the unavoidable fragility of the human experience in this book -- Toward the Corner of Mercy and Peace by Tracey...
How to Clean With Household Products vs. Store Bought
Hello Lovelies, Besides being a healthier solution, it is less expensive to clean with household products vs. store bought. My husband Ollin often says, "I've never seen someone clean as much as you." It's not that I like to clean that much, but I love a clean house...
Aromatherapy Meets Pest Control: DIY Mosquito Repellant with a Touch of Style
Hello Lovelies, With summer upon us and in all her glory, I wanted to share a fantastic idea: Aromatherapy Meets Pest Control, a DIY mosquito repellant with a touch of style. Mosquitos devour me whenever I venture outside in the evening during the summertime. It's as...
The Happiness in Feeding Adorable Baby Goats
Hello Lovelies, I get tickled when I watch those delightful Facebook videos of baby goats joyfully prancing around, playfully hopping on anything and everything in their path, even on other baby goats. I could imagine my happiness in feeding adorable baby goats. When...
Incredible Benefits of Yoga
Hello Lovelies, Let's talk about realizing the incredible benefits of yoga and squeezing in just a few minutes each week to benefit from them! Even with a minimal time commitment, incorporating yoga into your routine can make a big difference in how you feel. Chilling...