I have been living a pretty charmed life these days. A trip to Ohio to see all of my Ohio family that I could see and now a trip to North Carolina to catch up with family and friends. It is what I love the most---being with family and friends and just living in the moment. One thing that I loved was being able to go to church on Sunday to the church that Chris and I and the boys attended for almost 9 years when we lived in North Carolina. It was at this church, Fair View UMC in Mount … [Read more...]
Going Above and Beyond—#North Iowa Bloggers Are Making a Difference
I love how things come together unexpectedly sometimes. I love how I can still find so much good in the world amidst the sadness and tragedy. I love how people continue to amaze and astound me. Quite frankly---I am loving life right now. When I had this little idea I threw it out to my North Iowa Blogger family and they all jumped on board so I am thrilled to announce that we are embarking on a campaign of sorts to raise more awareness and help stock our local food pantries. The month … [Read more...]
More Fun With #NorthIowaBloggers –Don’t You Wish You Lived Here?
Our little group is growing by leaps and bounds! I am thrilled that this group that started out with just a few of us has started to grow and expand over the past few months. Quite honestly this group has changed my life and that is a fact. It seems that we love to get together. It does not have to be for a special event like our Lay's Tasting Party or our Oreo Tasting Party. It can be just getting together for a meal at The Barrel Drive In or going to visit a local business together. We … [Read more...]
Teapot Tuesday
Isn't it adorable?? A lovely teapot with an apple on it. Friend and blogger, Audrey, from Minnesota Prairie Roots, along with her husband, Randy, recently paid me a visit and spent the night at the Chiles Bed and Breakfast. She came in with a lovely bag and surprise of all surprises---a perfect teapot for my collection. The teapot is adorable and I have seen this one before but do not have one in my collection so I am thrilled to welcome it into the family. What a thoughtful gift and … [Read more...]
Today Is Special
So excited to be a part of this fabulous couple's wedding today! Wishing them a lifetime of joy and happiness together!!!! … [Read more...]
It All Started With A Chip
Isn't the above picture just the picture of health? Not really. Tuesday night a group of North Iowa Bloggers (and yes---these ladies deserve a capital B) got together at my home for a bit of fun and taste testing. The new flavored Lay's came out recently and after a quick Facebook conversation I decided to host a tasting party for all who could attend. Of course while I was at it I picked up what other summer items I could find but they did not get top billing like the Lay's chips. Trust … [Read more...]