One Less Holiday Tradition

I took this picture before I took my tree down last year. I vowed that it would be the last year for a real tree in my house. The holidays ...

Affordable Art Finds, Week Four

The gift giving season is now in full force.  We drew names on my husband's side of the family, and I got my dear father-in-law.  Althou...

How to Care for Your Toddler's Teeth

Should children brush their teeth and floss? Yes, oral hygiene should start early. Caring for your children's teeth and gums should be a...

Giveaway ends today!

Last chance to enter the art giveaway- drawing is tonight!  All you have to do is comment here on which piece you'd like to win.  The p...

Artist Danna Ray and the great outdoors

Looking at  Danna Ray's art is like camping without leaving the comforts of your home.  Deer in the woods, a canoe by a lakeside, and a...

Two new works reflective of the natural environment around us

This week I completed two new pieces.  The one shown above, It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood , is unique from my other works bo...

Kate Landers Party Hat Give Away

Will you be planning a child's birthday party soon? If so, you should check out Kate Landers Events. We found the cutest children's...

Favorite Holiday Movies

The holidays are here. I love the family feasts, decorating the house for Christmas, and watching great holiday movies. It kicks off my hol...

Piecing together the old and the new

I'm about to embark on a new quilting project.  I picked up a great set of vintage squares (handstitched!) at an antique store and am tr...

Dashing through the snow

Drove through a winter wonderland the other day.  It was spectacular.

Wordless Wednesday

Look, Daddy's a Parking Lot!

Cook's Ham Give Away

The holidays are approaching and delicious meals will grace tables around the country. There's nothing better than a yummy ham surround...

Home Sweet Home

I just finished an art work this past weekend that features little, boxy homes (which I will post on Friday's art update).  This probabl...

Children's Shoes Give Away

Looking for an adorable pair of shoes for your little one? We have found the most adorable shoes at 5 Lil Monkeys. I was thrilled when I wa...

Affordable Art Finds, Week Three

 Another grouping of lovely art, all under $75.  1.  Ana Raimundo, Amelia is not a child anymore no.14 , gocco print, limited edition of 20,...

Mattel's Burqa Barbie Controversy

Barbie is involved in another controversy, i.e. Burqa Barbie. It seems that Mattel has offended some Islamic women, and they're demandi...

Divorce Cakes

Going through a divorce or separation? Call the girls or guys and celebrate your new freedom with a slice of Divorce Cake. It's the thi...

Squid for dinner and your walls

Squid is one of my favorite things to eat, especially when it's cooked with spices in a stir fry.  (Check out this recipe here .)  I hav...