For years I have shared this video as my very favorite Christmas video. The tradition continues. Thanks for watching.

Christmas Eve is upon us and it is always a time when I remember my childhood and the wonderful memories I have. Going to Christmas Eve services at my Daddy’s multiple churches, lighting the candles,...

It’s Teapot Tuesday and time to highlight my tea Advent calendar this year. I have had good tea calendars and so so tea calendars. I am never willing to pay a lot of money for the novelty and so this...

The fourth week of advent brings the candle of love. Love is the ultimate gift we can give each other. I wish you love.

I wrote earlier this month that the holidays were going to be a little simpler around our house this year and so far, so good. I have managed to decorate a little bit and had to put out a couple of...

It’s Chris’ birthday today and we have a fun day planned. I’ve been absent more than I have been around the house lately with all of my volunteer experiences but today it is all about him. I am happy...

My love of Advent calendars is well known in this household. From tea calendars (featured next week) to chocolate calendars, coffee calendars to cheese calendars I have loved them all. Two years ago...

Teapot Tuesday takes on a holiday theme today with a teapot meant just for clebrating the season. Don't forget to brew a cup today.

JOY! Just reading that word brings a smile to my face. Joy comes in all shapes and sizes, doesn’t it? Joy is the feeling of pleasure or happiness. When was the last time you witnessed or experienced...

I have been feeling a bit nostalgic these days. I think it is the holidays that makes me think back to my own childhood. I had a really good childhood.  I know not everyone can say that and I am...

Tis the season and with the season comes a lot of things to do. I have been keeping busy as usual but maybe a little busier than I would like to be right now. It’s all great stuff, of course,...

. Another fun Christmas themed teapot and this one is from Pfaltzgraff.  My sister in law got me a couple for my collection several years ago and this is the larger of the two she gave me.  I love...

From Merriam Webster: peace 1 : a state of tranquility or quiet 2. a state of security or order within a community provided for by law or custom 3. freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or...

I always have to share beach pictures and it is no different this week. Being back in Brevard where it took a cold turn (though nothing like some areas of the country) I am longing for the beach a...

Last week at the beach Chris and I stayed at a new to us place and it was a small boutique hotel right on the beach. When Chris checked in, he told me there was something I would love in the lobby....

December is here (a few days in already) and it is a month when folks think about finding that perfect gift for that certain someone or someones. This year Chris and I are downsizing in a lot of...

This teapot is one that is very special to me because it was my first Christmas themed teapot and was given to me by my mother in law. I remember being so surprised when I opened it and it has become...

Advent has always been a really special time for me.  I have great childhood memories of growing up and having special traditions during Advent.  Advent is the time of preparation and and expectant...

Turkey and Thanksgiving go hand in hand and I always have to share my one turkey teapot during Thanksgiving week. This year is no different and I just had to pull it out and share the teapot that I...

How did it get to be Thanksgiving week already? Holy cow time is flying by so fast and after an incredibly busy week I must admit I am ready to just take a week off. Guess what? I am going to! Chris...