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CHRISTmas Checklist: 10 Things to do Before December 1st
CHRISTmas is the best, isn’t it? It’s that time of year we’re reminded what’s truly important – what truly matters. It’s a season of giving, hope, joy and peace, and it’s only made possible by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I absolutely love Christmas and everything it represents. However,…
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How to Simplify Your Declutter Routine
Simply put, decluttering is defined as removing mess or clutter from a space. But, depending on the amount of clutter that’s in a space, this task can be either simple or complicated. For many years, I spent a great deal of time and energy decluttering my house twice each year…
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New Home Construction: Breaking Ground
Just a couple of weeks ago, the cleared stretch of land behind our current home was empty, quiet and peaceful. We had walked the field many days through the spring and summer imagining what it would be like to live in the quiet space between the trees. Although just a…
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Unique Finds for our Cottage Farmhouse
For the last few years, I have been keeping my eye out for some unique statement pieces that would add interest and texture to our future cottage farmhouse. If you’re not familiar with the cottage style, it starts with a light and airy space typically having white or light colored…
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The Simple Pleasures of Fall
Every season has wonderful and beautiful qualities and characteristics, but there’s something about the fall season that has always struck a chord with me. Kentucky is especially beautiful this time of year. The plentiful trees and variation of steep and rolling hills makes a perfect backdrop. I do my best…
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Our Slice of Kentucky Pie
When Nate and I bought this property next to my parents, back in 2006, it was 1.6 acres and a double-wide mobile home. It wasn’t much, but we were grateful and excited to get away from apartment living and have a place to call our own. Both of us had…
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Simple Chicken Salad
You will need: 1 can of premium chicken breast (12 1/2 oz.) 1/2 of an 8 oz. package of cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons of mayo 1/8 cup of pickle relish 1/8 cup of finely diced white onion Pinch of Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup of purple seedless…
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Easy Crock-pot Southwest Chicken
Simple and easy crockpot recipe for southwest chicken!
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Kentucky Trails: Our Family Adventure 2019
This year for vacation, we decided, for the second year in a row, to stay in good ol’ Kentucky. It’s true, I love the beach, which seems to be the most popular attraction for family vacations among my family and friends. However, there are some really great options right here…
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Two Versions of Curly Kale Chips: Salted and Ranch
For the Salted version, you will need: 5-6 fresh kale leaves (makes one batch about 2 cups) 1/4 cup of olive oil salt and pepper to taste For the Ranch version, you will need: 5-6 fresh kale leaves 1/4 cup of olive oil 1-2 tsp. ranch seasoning mix This year,…
