Simple Recipes, Decorating Ideas & Stories from a Simple Southern Wife & Mother who believes that cultivating the heart of the home is a joy and privilege. Hope you will come often and sit a while!

Friday, October 24, 2014

 There is noting like a crisp fall day in Florida. We Floridians get so excited that we bring out the sweaters and jackets and scarves when it hits 45-50 degrees! I even turned on our gas fireplace and had some hot chocolate:)   My favorite part of this week has been sitting on the porch swing with my cup of coffee and bible. Setting time aside for yourself like this is so important especially in the busy days we live in. "Create a clean heart , Renew a steadfast spirit within me Lord. We renew our spirit and cleanse our heart by spending time in His word. I have often found that when I am feeling overwhelmed and weary Gods word is the source that renews my joy and strength.  Hope you can sit awhile today and be refreshed and renewed. Set aside your "YOU" time , this allows you to better love and serve those around you.
 
Hope you have a wonderful weekend!
Take some time for yourself and rest in Him. Treat yourself to a warm cup of cider while your at it!
                                              
                                                                  APPLE CIDER
                                                    1 half gallon of 100% apple juice
                                                    1 teaspoon of Allspice
                                                    1/2 cup brown sugar
                                                    4 cinnamon sticks
                                                    1 tablespoon of cloves whole
                                                    1 nutmeg whole
                                                    optional 1 orange cut in 4 wedge slices.
* MIX ALL TOGETHER IN MEDIUM SAUCEPAN AND SIMMER ON LOW TILL YOUR HOME IS FILLED WITH A WONDERFUL AROMA. AT LEAST 1 HOUR.  ENJOY!
YOU CAN DOUBLE OR TRIPLE RECIPIE AND PUT IN CROCKPOT ALL DAY TILL READY TO SERVE.
 

Friday, October 10, 2014



     Hope your having a blessed Friday. I cant believe we are already into our second week of October
Even though it is still quite warm here in Florida we are still having fun decorating for the Fall Season..


             Have a blessed day and Happy Fall Decorating! Ps I make the Chalkboard frames if your interested message me.  Thanks for taking the time out of your day to stop by and visit!

Friday, October 3, 2014

So excited to offer another Giveaway ! All you have to do is invite your friends to like my blog and whoever has the most friends like it will win! Ends Sunday 12pm.


Thursday, October 2, 2014

Simple Fall Decor

I'm all about keeping things simple! You can add Fall touches in your home without spending a lot of time or money. Here is how:
 Use things you already have and just add small touches.




I just bought a roll of burlap ribbon from HOBBIE LOBBY (My favorite place).  All the silk leaves
came from Dollar General.  Just be creative and have fun. Look at magazines and copy them if that helps. Some people need a visual and some don't. Have FUN!