Pineapple Sherbet Limeade Mocktail

Ingredients for a pineapple sherbet limeade mocktail on vintage brass tray with plaid tablecloth

Mix up this non-alcoholic punch with pineapple sherbet and limeade for a sweet tangy refreshing mocktail perfect for the end of summer! If like me you are on an alcohol hiatus, you maybe searching for some refreshing beverages to enjoy on these hot and humid late summer afternoons. This pineapple sherbet limeade mocktail is the…

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3 Things You Should Know About Rose Medallion

A stunning collection of antique Rose Medallion porcelains displayed on a sideboard

Curio IQ Series: Let’s take a short and sweet lesson in antiques! The 3 things you should know before buying and collecting Rose Medallion porcelains. I have a collector’s passion for Rose Medallion. I am always hunting interesting antique forms and hoping to land that sought after piece for a steal! Sharing my knowledge about…

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How to Choose the Right Exterior Lighting

Upgraded outdoor lights with new lamp post lanterns and front door wall fixtures

Upgrade your exterior lighting fixtures to improve your curb appeal and refine the look of your house! Tips to choose the right outdoor lights and your questions answered. The jewelry of the exterior… A beacon to the front door… A defining feature of your home’s look… Yes, outdoor lighting can be all of those to…

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How I Kept My Sanity During IVF

My tips for keeping your sanity while undergoing IVF. Katherine sips tea in her living room.

7 strategies to deal with the stress of IVF: here’s what worked for me! Staying sane during IVF is difficult at best! There are so many worries, so many stressful situations, so many uncomfortable medications and procedures. Not to mention all the mountains of information and scary statistics. In the previous post, I shared our…

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Our IVF Journey

Our IVF Journey: a wreath of flowers, syringes, and blue bunny toy surrounding our precious baby pictured on ultrasound

*Trigger warning: this post may be traumatic for those experiencing infertility and miscarriage. I’m sharing my experience with IVF honestly and in some detail. I hope it helps those facing a similar journey. Just about 7 months ago S. and I started our first IVF (in vitro fertilization) cycle. An ultrasound on January 6th kicked…

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Best Dressed Guest

Teri Jon black off the shoulder gown hung on screen - wedding guest dress

My summer dress picks for all the weddings on your social calendar! I am so thrilled to attend my dear friend’s wedding at the end of July. She has found her match, and I couldn’t be happier to see her tie the knot. Of course after receiving the invite I immediately started hunting something to…

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Rococo Revival: A Pink & Green Tablescape

A pink and green tablescape with rococo inspired florals, Limoges plates, cabbage ware, and pink peonies

Taking inspiration from the feminine, flirty florals of the Rococo to set a pink and green tablescape with Limoges china, cabbage ware, Rose Medallion, lacy linens, and pink peonies! Let’s celebrate summer! I recently scrolled across this delicious piece of advice on Instagram via @thedanishway, originally from @iheartintelligence, and I felt so empowered to re-focus…

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Insta Shredded Chicken 3 Ways

Healthy salad with insta shredded chicken

Make lunches and dinners a little easier this summer with my quick recipe for Instantpot shredded chicken. I’m sharing 3 ways to use it for quick tasty meals! Summer time is here and the living should be easy…at least in the kitchen! With kids out of school, vacation plans, guests, and outdoor events I know…

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Why I Love a Folding Screen

A floral folding screen accents the vintage brass bar cart with antique oyster plates above for a garden feel indoors

A look at the history of the folding screen and 8 ideas to use them in your home. Do you feel a chill draught about the knees? Autumn de Wilde’s 2020 Emma Mr. Woodhouse certainly did! He found the perfect mobile yet decorative solution too…a folding screen or as the French called it a paravent…

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Phones Off – Glamping in East TN

campfire at Glamping Stay Minty

Enjoy camping, but wish you had a few modern amenities? You must go glamping! Disconnect to reconnect! We’re going on a camping trip We’re going to turn off our phones! Down a winding road we go, Through mountains, and streams, and dales. We’re going on a camping trip We’re going to turn off our phones!…

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