What a wonderful week it’s been as we’ve settled into full summer mode here at Foxglove Hill! My granddaughters headed off to summer camp, which means my chauffeur duties—driving to lessons, practices, and activities—are on hold for the next month. Whatever your plans are this week, I hope you enjoy a wonderful Fourth of July….
Today’s arrangement was created entirely with Trader Joe’s flowers. One of the reasons I love shopping there is the variety, freshness, and value. The good news? You can use these same techniques with flowers from almost any grocery store. One of the biggest misconceptions about arranging flowers is that you have to be born with…
For those of you who have been with me for a while, you know that for many years I lived in Celebration, Florida. In fact, my newsy updates were often called A Life in Celebration, a title that carried a double meaning. It reflected both the town I called home and my belief that life…
The Fourth of July is one of my favorite holidays for gathering family and friends around the table. There’s just something special about celebrating our nation’s birthday with good food, laughter, and a little red, white, and blue sprinkled throughout the day. While I love creating festive tablescapes, I also appreciate decorating ideas that are…
I am keeping so busy here in Georgia, and honestly, I wouldn’t have it any other way. Between helping with school pickups, basketball games, and various activities, I am getting exactly what I hoped for when we made the move. Being close to my daughter and granddaughters has been such a gift. I still have…