A Quiet Corner of a Busy World
If you are the kind of nerdy, history-loving reader who was thrilled that ringing in 2020 marked 100 years from the beginning of the roaring 20's, you might have decided to read The Great Gatsby. As quarantine kicked in, you might have continued into other Scott Fitzgerald novels or branched out into a couple Agatha [...]
The open concept floor plan is the current dominating design and remodel trend and it looks like it will be around for a while. There are certainly many advantages to open concept. The home feels larger, it allows for more time together while family members can be doing different activities in the same large space, [...]
One of the things I enjoy about historic homes is that they were usually custom built and the craftsman paid close attention to quality and detail. My house is relatively simple inside as far as historic homes go. Because it was a carriage house, it was designed to be functional. The people who lived here [...]
It was a special day and Mooch wanted to give his best friend, Earl, a gift. But what to get him?-Patrick McDonnell, The Gift of Nothing Birthdays are the best...unless you're quarantined. I love a good party and a good surprise. I love celebrating with friends, I love choosing the perfect gift and seeing someone's [...]
If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need. -Cicero When I first started thinking of moving out, I quickly ruled out renting and was looking to buy a house. I was not considering condominiums at all, but I'm so glad I stumbled upon the condo I ended up buying. So [...]
The most beautiful stories always start with wreckage.-Jack London In these trying times, we are again faced with the problem we wish to ignore, the problem of pain. Every worldview and religious system must account for suffering in some way. In the Christian worldview, suffering is a result of mankind's fall from perfect state in [...]
When I first heard about couples having to cancel or alter their wedding plans because of COVID-19, I immediately thought of my grandmother's story. Her wedding plans were also dramatically changed. I asked if she'd be willing to share her story. For months, I planned the "perfect" traditional June wedding. My grandmother's long-train, Victorian veil [...]
The power of finding beauty in the humblest things makes home happy and life lovely.-Louisa May Alcott If you are looking at purchasing a fixer-upper or just a slightly dated house, you are probably looking at putting some work and money into the kitchen and bathroom. Though these may be the biggest transformation areas, you [...]
“Though this be madness, yet there is method in’t.”-Polonius, act 2 scene 2 of Hamlet The world seems to be falling apart. As people around the world are being encouraged or required to self isolate, depression and anxiety can easily creep in. I want little reminders of comfort and happiness. I want to really enjoy [...]
Her little black nose went sniffle, sniffle, snuffle, and her eyes went twinkle, twinkle; and underneath her cap—where Lucie had yellow curls—that little person had Prickles!-The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle by Beatrix Potter The other week, I decided it would be nice to have a second pincushion so I could have one for my work basket [...]
Welcome To The Carriage House 