DIY Beautiful Mother's Day Floral Arrangement

Jennifer T. Davenport at Decorating Ideas Made Easy 

She will walk you step-by-step through the process. Mom will love 

it and will love you for making it for her!

Williams-Sonoma Give Away! Ends May 9th

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2 May ToDo's

I read an article with a bucket list of "To Do's" for May and I want to share two of them that I think are worth while for your safety and for cleaner clothes. From Houze.

• 1. Check safety devices.Check batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and check expiration dates on fire extinguishers. Replace as needed.
• 2. Clean the washer and dryer. If your washing machine has one, run the cleaning cycle on it; if not, run the washer with a few cups of white vinegar on the hottest setting to clean it. Scrub  inside the lid of the washer and remove lint from the dryer hose.

Let Creativity Point You to the "Good Life"

I found this wonderfully creative blogger who will make you your very own wall
decor wooden arrow.  They can be cottagie, chicie or rustic.  The design is up 
to you.  Don't they make you want to smile :)  Click >Here< for more info.

Springtime Chicken Sandwich - YUM!

Cooking Light APRIL 2007

Egg Salad BLTs

Cooking Light APRIL 2007

Combine crunchy bacon, creamy egg salad, and fresh tomatoes for a quick sandwich. To lighten this egg salad, yolks from two of the eight eggs are removed. A touch of lemon rind and sour cream add a piquant edge.

• Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 1 sandwich)

Home Improvement

12 Ways to Make Your Home Feel New Again

STOP! Think About What You're Thinking About.

Is It Positive or Negative?  The Power of Positive Thinking!

Watch this Video clip about how "clicking" can help to improve your positive thinking!

CLICK HERE!

His Works: A World Art Exhibit

White Kitchen Wake-Up

Better Homes and Gardens

White is a standard color for kitchens and can sometimes seem one-note, but with a few tricks, you can add dimension and vitality. Watch and learn how to bring personality to a white kitchen.

Easter Basket

from World Market

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Small Space & Color

Q. I love color, but have a small house. How can I best use color in my small spaces?

A: Patterns have more visual weight than solids and can make small rooms appear even smaller. Enlarge the perception of the space by placing simply patterned pillows on a plainsofa, and use textured solids to add interest without busyness.

http://www.bhg.com/decorating/color/basics/color-advice/#page=6

Fear No More

Q: How do I overcome my color commitment phobia?

A: Ask yourself these questions: What is your favorite color? What colors do you dislike? When you think of color, what memories or feelings come to mind? What colors do you find yourself wearing over and over again? -- Kelly Keiser, interior designer

Neutral vs. Color

Q: How do I decide between putting a neutral or a color on my walls?

A: A rule of thumb: Neutral walls make room for rich furniture and vibrant art, while colorful walls rest well behind neutral furnishings or accents of similar or complementary colors. -- Shannon Kaye, interior designer

Sambucol: Natural Help for Cold/Flu

If you haven't experienced a cold or the flu yet this season, consider yourself blessed!

I have caught a cold this past weekend.  I had decided not to take a flu shot this fall

because last fall my arm where I had been given the shot turned red, became hard to

the touch and it also was very warm like it was experiencing a fever!  I had done 

quite a bit of research and found Sambucol.

I pulled it out of my medicine cabinet this week when I felt my cold coming on.  As of

right now I have only used four tablets over a period of two days.  And I am thrilled to

say that my cold seems to be 90% gone!  Let me tell you that this makes me want to

do the "Happy Dance" because when I catch a cold I do NOT sleep well at night - I

cough and cough.  There has been none of this problem this time!  Hooray!  I can tell

you I am a believer in this product.  It is natural, it tastes good and is convenient.

I also use my nasal saline spray to keep cleaning my sinuses, several times a day which

I know has also kept me from getting a sinus infection.  I just wanted to pass along 

my new friend I will keep in my arsenal to combat colds and flu.  I hope that it can

be of some help to you also.  It is available at most grocery and pharmacy stores.

(I am not affiliated with or work for or have relatives that work for this company, and

no one is paying me to share this post with you.  I tried it, it works and I want you to 

know about it.)

Ikea Built Ins

Valentine Cookie Idea
Courtesy of Williams- Sonoma

Cookie Cutters @ Amazon.com

Valentine Cupcake Toppers
Williams-Sonoma

Click Here

Quote for a New Year

Dutchman Johan Huibers Opens Biblical Replica of Noah's Ark

Click here for the story and more amazing photographs!

Martha Stewart Valentine Chocolate Bar Wrapper

A simple and personal touch to express your feelings inside the beautiful wrapper, 

designed by the talented Martha Stewart and crew.

Arrow Shot Heart Valentine Wreath

Jen, at Tatertots & Jello  shows how to DIY on this "heart-felt" project!