Tuesday, May 21, 2013

You are most likely reading this...

in the comfort of your home.

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As you read this, many Oklahomans no longer have a home to go to.

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A disaster can strike any of us at any time.

Please donate what you can to a reputable charity and help our fellow neighbors.
Our fellow Americans.

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They need us.

They also need our prayers and positive thoughts.






Monday, May 20, 2013

I was on a "drag furniture around the house" kick today.

Man, when I get an idea in my head I have to run with it. That is exactly what I did.

I have a cute corner cupboard hutch that was here when we moved in. Since I have a soft spot for history, I couldn't bring myself to get rid of it. It belonged in this old farmhouse. So when I was on my "paint furniture a matte black and sand it" kick, that's exactly what I did.

It was originally in the kitchen. But we needed that corner for our wood stove.

For the most part, I had it in the keeping room. But then I thought it would look cute tucked in the corner of our living room.

Stella and Stanley do enjoy the ol' La-Z-Boy when Daddy's at work.

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Just when I thought I had decluttered my home, ummmm... I look at this photo and realize I need to work on my decluttering skills.
((giggle))

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Then I was able to set up a very impractical little sitting area where the hutch was.

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These are my two favorite photos of my Daddy when he was a little boy.
The large one was when he was a ring bearer in a wedding.
Just wanted to share.


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Happy Monday
night!

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Friday, May 17, 2013

"I love to think of nature as...


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an unlimited broadcasting station, through which God speaks to us every hour, if we will only tune in."
~George Washington Carver

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Enjoy nature and tune in.



Have a terrific weekend.

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Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Rise and shine!!

Here's a peek at my latest offerings on my Countryfolk Keepsakes selling site.

My Polka Dot Folk Art Rooster will not only look handsome in your home, I can guarantee he won't crow at the crack of dawn and wake you up.


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Click on the "Critters" button.

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My sweet "Wee Ones" will put a smile on your face.
They may not be smiling on the outside, but they are on the inside.


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From L-R: Lefta, Dorla, Dortee and Birdette.

Click on the "Extreme & Rustic" button.

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Happy Hump Day!

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Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Still searching for just the right desk...

so I can move my make-do desk/sewing machine.

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I was considering a lean Victorian style writing desk. But I'm really digging the look of a chunky Federal style.

I "window shop" on Craigslist daily and found a few that I like. The problem is they are all too big for the spot. Perhaps a chainsaw would do the trick??? Nah.

I know in time, like the baby bear in Goldilocks, I'll find one that's juuuuuust right. I must be patient. (Like that could ever happen)

In the meantime, I've been stitching up more dollies and have another polka dot folk art rooster to list.
I plan to snap photos in the morning.

As you can see, Stella is "thrilled."

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Happy Tuesday!





Friday, May 10, 2013

I'm 99.999% sure...

my sweet hubs would consider me one.

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I always ask for his opinion and it usually goes in one ear and out the other.

(((giggle)))

Have a terrific weekend, all!!

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Thursday, May 9, 2013

Ready????!!!!

Bare bones before...

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and here's the after!!

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It's a very gloomy day so the lighting isn't the best.
I still need to do a little more tweaking, but you can get the gist of it.


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I asked my sweet hubs for an honest thumbs up or thumbs down.
I got a happy thumbs up! Woo-hoo!
(Heck, I knew I would!)

He even admitted the room looks much bigger now.
Tsk. Tsk. He should never doubt his wife.

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Man, I worked up a sweat wrestling and hanging my Betsy Ross Flag fire board into place! Those pieces weigh a ton!
I should have used a double layer of Degree.

But she really pops now, doesn't she?

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The boys.


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I am.


Happy Thursday, everyone!!


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