Buying a Home - from A-far!

Buying a new home is challenging, even if you are moving next door! When you are planning to move halfway across the country, over 1,200 miles away, the challenges multiply! Here's how we did it!

Building a Village!

Building a village? That's quite a task! Building my winter village has taken a number of years, and it's still growing! Check out my collection of heirloom porcelain houses and other "priceless" buildings and embellishments. Tips for creating your own village are included.

Upcycle - Shirt to Curtain

Exciting: New Sewing and Craft Room! Dilemma: I needed a unique curtain for the small window. Where did I find my inspiration? In my husband's discarded clothing pile, of course! I love how the upcyled shirt curtain turned out, and the cost was $0.00. "Sew-Easy" to follow directions and photos are included.

My "Piece" of West Virginia!

When I moved to the Deep South several years ago, two staff members at the school where I taught thought I should take a "piece" of West Virginia with me. Here's the story...

Pizza Dip

Here's a family favorite recipe that's great for parties and Italian night! It's quick and easy, so get the kids involved! Mmmmmmm - now that's Italian!

A Crown in a Day!

A Crown in a Day? I used to dream of being a princess, but this is a whole different story! High-tech has definitely come to my dental office. How can this all be done in a day? Read, and be amazed!

Layered Taco Dip

Layered Taco Dip - an easy and delicious way to use leftover taco meat for a family meal or party! Photos and step-by-step directions are included. Caution: this family-favorite dip is habit forming...you might want to double the recipe!