I don't peruse blogs a heck of a lot because I just don't have time. (This is Conniespeak for I lose all track of time and can spen...

The other day I was sitting in my family room reading a delightful book called Empire of Gold by Andy McDermott (the first book I've r...

I just thought this basket of things from the garden and woods was cute as a centerpiece. Could be for summer or winter. Country setti...