SOUP! I like about every single kind of soup there is... especially with grilled cheese. I made it, and then we ate at...
Fall in Indiana
working from home in a family business
Working in a family business can be rewarding, but it also comes with its unique set of challenges. There's one thing (ok,...
if peace and quiet was REALLY what i was after, i wouldn’t have dogs
I chose to live on the outskirts of Crothersville because of the simplicity of rural living. The barndo gives me that. My...
it’s a thanksgiving photoshoot!
Our little family gathered for LOTS of good food -- but more importantly, we had a photoshoot with two photographers in...
friends + family = sale. because we love you.
That was the subject line from the email I received from Yankee Candle just yesterday. Years ago, this biannual sale was...
the rug grand finale
I awoke to a grunting dog hours before I really wanted to get out of bed on this Saturday morning. I counted 10 times...
practice retirement is more like practice WORK
As of the 15th, I was not really supposed to be "working" for 2 full months. Sadly, I was busier yesterday than most real...
staying informed without feeling depressed
Staying informed about current events is important, but it's equally crucial to manage your well-being and mental health....
all these trees and no pine or cedar
At the Seymour house, there were trees where I could harvest pine and cedar branches for Christmas decorations. Here at the...









