I’ve long loved the look of boxwood wreaths in home decor and had been searching for small faux boxwood wreaths to hang on the doors of my entryway closet. After an extended search I discovered two things: small, affordable boxwood wreaths are surprisingly hard to find, and when available they can be quite costly. That … Read more

I knew I was in trouble the moment my nutritionist looked me in the eye and said, “You need to eat more bread.” It was a surprising prescription during my ongoing mid-life health journey focused on managing weight and energy after a hysterectomy. Two years after my hysterectomy, I’ve been working to reduce my menopause … Read more

Reflections on 22 Summers at Camp This July marked 22 summers — twenty-two seasons filled with rain and sun, frantic games of Mission Impossible, and the laughter of Talent Night. Those years hold memories of energetic teenagers and the soft cries of newborns, soccer matches on the field and bandages applied with care. They hold … Read more

Learn how to make a quick, no-sew face mask using the dense fabric of a Norwex window cloth. I never imagined I’d publish a DIY face mask tutorial on the blog, but recent recommendations and shortages led me to a fast, simple solution I wanted to share. This method is quick, requires no sewing, and … Read more

The Ultimate Guide to Using Painter’s Tape Like a Pro – Plus Clever Uses Around the House Have you ever started a painting project thinking it would be quick and easy—only to peel off the tape and find jagged, messy lines? You’re not alone. Getting perfectly straight paint lines takes a little know-how, but once … Read more

Exterior Tour: The Outside of Our Home I realized recently that I’ve never properly introduced the exterior of our house — the front, the patio, the pathway and the little corners that greet visitors. So today I’m inviting you over for a relaxed, informal tour of the outside of our home. Here’s a view of … Read more

Turn your holiday leftovers into comforting dinner—this creamy leftover turkey pasta recipe is cozy, simple to make, and perfect for using up Thanksgiving or Christmas turkey. Every holiday season I face the same question: what to do with all that leftover turkey? This creamy baked pasta casserole has become my favorite solution. It’s comforting, forgiving, … Read more

Seven years ago this past April our lives took a significant turn. After sixteen years working in Maintenance at Camp Homewood, my husband was invited to step into the role of Camp Director. On the surface very little changed—our address stayed roughly the same (we did move into a different on-site house a year later), … Read more

Preparing My Etsy Shop: Progress, Plans, and a Recent Feature I’ve been spending today refining a few final details for my soon-to-open Etsy shop. The process of shaping a small business presence online can feel slow at times, but steady progress is happening: product listings are being drafted, photographs are being edited, and packaging and … Read more

(Day 5) I care deeply about how rooms are arranged and finished, and the camp kitchen was no exception. A well-organized, welcoming kitchen doesn’t have to be expensive. Thoughtful layout, smart choices of paint and finishes, and a little elbow grease can transform a tired space into something comfortable, efficient, and easy to maintain. When … Read more