I am not a great housewife. More Lucille Ball than June Cleaver, my housewifery is lackadaisical and haphazard, with the majority of my hom...

Things I Love Right Now: Dailyburn.com Bath & Body Works Lemon Pomegranate Lip Gloss Sunshine Grilling Sandals Homemade Granola Bars Pla...

One of my favorite aspects of living in Portland was the fabulous food. Huge Farmer's Market, lots of seafood, a love of the artisanal ...

7 straight days of sunshine have helped me to shake off the grey-day blues and kick start my craftiness once again. With a birthday looming...

Yet another birthday rolls around next weekend, and I am trying, trying, trying to be prepared. No last minute cake making, no frantic gift ...

Despite no longer being a home owner, nor home ownership being on the near horizon, I still love to think I am a DIY-er. I have painted, sa...

This may seem a little silly, but pencil pouches have been a lifesaver in our house. Big Sis has always been a creative girl. As soon as sh...

The D has been fortunate to have a very mild winter this year. My friends in the DSM have not been so lucky. So, in honor of cold, frosty w...

And so with the advent of another year, I once again begin the tedious pursuit of better health & wellness. While I have been reluctant...

I've always believed that it's the little things that can make the biggest difference. Like marshmallows in hot chocolate. Or snowfl...

November has brought cooler weather and sunny skies (thank you for the sunshine!). A few mornings have delivered frosty coatings to our pla...

(Better late than never??) I love me some craigslist. I have bought and sold on craigslist, searched for housing, furniture, vacations, job...

(Photo by Richard Pierce) With the advent of Fall, my thoughts turn to the delights of comfort foods of all flavors. Being that we are both...

Oopsie - I was a little distracted yesterday & forgot to post a Fab Friday! I'm going to save the flowery rhetoric for another time...

It's turned cool and windy in the Motor City. It's been well documented that Fall is my favorite season, and one reason is because ...

I have loved books for as long as I can remember. Growing up an only child, books were my constant companion. I have vivid memories of...

When we moved, we made the commitment to give up cable. I was so sick of paying the huge bill every month, and we were spending way too muc...

The wonderful thing about Birthday money is the possibilities. I can think of a hundred things to spend it on, but seldom take the plunge a...

Well, hello Fall. It's nice to see you again. Yes, we've been very busy here, chipping away at little projects around the house, e...

I am a make-up lover from way back. While I profess to being open to trying new things, deep-down I am a creature of habit & I tend to ...