Building a home gym takes a lot of thought and preparation. It begins with choosing a room in the home that will accommodate your equipment and the way you want to work out. Continue reading “Building “The Ultimate Home Gym” the Rogue Way”
It’s done, the dirty deed and it was done dirt cheap! We had ourĀ golden retriever puppy neutered last week š Ā Continue reading “How to Save Hundreds off the Price of Spaying or Neutering Your Pet”
Sharing a few gorgeous flower arrangements from our friend’s birthday bash. Continue reading “Gorgeous Flower Arrangements for a Birthday Bash”
I have a weakness for Limestone fireplaces. Ok, I said it..now everyone knows my truth. Continue reading “A French Country Home Limestone Fireplace”
Up to this point, I have focused my flower arrangements around live florals, but today I am creating a faux centerpiece. Continue reading “How to Make a Faux Floral Summer Centerpiece”
Happy 4th of July! I can’t believe summer is already here! Seems like just yesterday I was pulling long sleeved shirts out of my closet and in a flash – shorts and summer dresses are replacing bulky sweaters. Continue reading “No Bake Cheesecake Patriotic Flag Dessert”
I have struggled with our foyer entrance since we moved into our home three years ago. The space is enormous and very grand with a ton of potential. Continue reading “Insanely Fabulous Foyer Entrances”
Heating and cooling our homes is something most of us take for granted ā¦ until we get uncomfortable ā then it becomes a priority! Continue reading “How to Save Thousands by Buying Your Air Conditioning System Direct”
Summer is here, the kids are home and life is more relaxed. We get to sleep in late and take excursions during the day without constantly looking at the clock to keep pace with a schedule. Continue reading “Flower Arrangements for a Formal or Casual Event”
Yours truly is honored to be included in an expert roundup post about interior design and decor! šš„āŗļø Continue reading “Summer 2019 Interior Design Trends”
Some of you are probably thinking “yea so…we see bears all the time where we live”…but it’s not that common around the beltway of our nation’s capital. Continue reading “Bear Sighting in Our Backyard”
One of the most remembered dishes my dad made when I was growing up is still a household favorite. Continue reading “Quiche Lorraine Recipe with a Kick”
I am learning a lot about caring for weeping cherry trees…a little late though, since I recently lost one. Continue reading “Learning the Hard Way – How to Care for a Weeping Cherry Tree”
I had big hopes and dreams for my little courtyard oasis off our back screened in porch. Sadly, my attempt failed miserably and I’m back to square one. Continue reading “My Failed Attempt at Creating an Outdoor Courtyard Oasis”
Even though the trend for 2019 is shifting towards dark cabinets in the kitchen, the allure of a white kitchen still has me hooked. Continue reading “Insanely Gorgeous All White Kitchens”
As part of our outdoor patio renovation project, we tore down and replaced the old steps with newer ones, which allow for a landing once we step outside. Continue reading “Hardscape Design – Replacing Outdoor Patio Steps for Safety Reasons (Part 4)”
An easy low carbohydrate lunch that can be prepared in minutes. This KETO friendly meal is so tasty and only requires a few ingredients, most of which you probably already have in your kitchen. Continue reading “KETO Recipe – Avocado Stuffed Egg Salad”
A pampering party is great way to celebrate mom and her new bundle of joy because let’s face it…momming is hard work! Continue reading “Hosting a “Pampering Party” for Mom”
Peonies are perennials that come back every year…much to our delight. They are insanely beautiful from Spring to Summer and have been known to survive 100 years! Continue reading “When to Plant, Cut and Store Your Peony Flowers for Later Use”
It has been 6 weeks since the beginning of the One Room Challenge and I am pleased to Ā reveal my dining room renovation.Ā Continue reading “Dining Room Renovation “ORC Final Reveal” Featuring a Mother’s Day Tablescape”
Balloons are the quintessential decor element that must be incorporated into any party theme. Continue reading “How to Make a Balloon Banner, Balloon Backdrop, or Balloon Garland”
