by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 16, 2009 | Uncategorized
I know I have not shown you any photos from our trip to Boston, Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard.Would you believe that I have not even gone through the photos yet?It is true!They will be coming…maybe at Christmas time….but they are coming.I had to show...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 13, 2009 | Uncategorized
Today, with my pumpkin spice latte in hand, we drove 2 hours away to an apple farm.Yes, we could have gone to the grocery store and bought apples ….but this was a little more fun.I would like to point out that we were about to drop the two youngest on the side...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 8, 2009 | Uncategorized
On Saturday I went to the Paris Street Market with my sister. I found some really great pieces for my office and home. What I obviously found is a lot of ……HATS! I really like fall….REALLY. The accessories alone make it great. Boots, scarves,...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 7, 2009 | Uncategorized
If you have been reading my blog for awhile you know that we homeschool our children. Sometimes I am amazed at our decision, how it was made and the joy and ease it has added to our life…but that is another post. We will officially begin our school year...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 3, 2009 | Uncategorized
Sometimes I am reminded of all the things I take for granted. How many times have I let opportunities pass me because I was just being lazy? How many times have I been too hard on my body and judged it instead of rejoicing in it's beauty? When was the last...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 1, 2009 | Uncategorized
Before #3 we used this room as our school room. I loved the green we had painted it so when we found out that #3 was going to be a boy I just wanted to add a few things to it. We (ok…I had nothing to do with it) added the bead board and I painted the...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 30, 2009 | All
Summer is not winding down unless we are off picking berries at Berry Patch Farms. This has been a tradition I have had with the children since Jack was a toddler. We are usually met each year by friends and this year my sister and her two...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 25, 2009 | All
It is finally here! I am exhausted and my house looks like a tornado hit it…but I am beyond excited for what I am bringing you this season. A lot of planning went into this collection and I hope you adore the extra touches as much as I do. There will still be...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 23, 2009 | All
I am . I am going to an art retreat and I don't know any of the other women…yet:-) I know I will make friends right away though. Melody Ross is hosting the retreat and teaching the workshops. I have always admired her creativity and...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 19, 2009 | All
On our way to Massachusetts and back we had connecting flights. We had a LOT of time to spend in the airport. I love to watch people. Seriously. My husband has to get my attention because I will be STARING at people so captivated by what is going on and I have...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 17, 2009 | All
(originally posted January 25, 2009) Has there ever been a word that people have called you and you don't know how to embrace it? A beautiful word? A word that has so much meaning to you? I come from a family of painters, dancers,...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 13, 2009 | All
(Originally posted on February 18, 2009) Inga may be a little Swedish. She may also have a little accent. It wouldn't be surprising if she wears a French maid outift when others are not looking. Inga doesn't eat that much….she has...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 10, 2009 | All
(Originally posted July 18, 2008) I recently bought The Prairie Girl's Guide To Life by Jennifer Worick. It has many fun projects and tips. My family decided to try the homemade ice cream last night. Lets just...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 10, 2009 | Uncategorized
(originally posted December 30, 2008) …Don't worry my husband knows. If you have read about this man, their marriage, their love maybe you have fallen a little for him (and her too). Anytime a man writes a beautiful love note to his wife...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 8, 2009 | Uncategorized
The clothes are all packed. The suitcases are by the front door. The camera is charged and ready to go. We are off to Boston and then Cape Cod. We are so excited and the kids will be able to see so many historical sites that they learned about this...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 6, 2009 | Uncategorized
I grew up with a mother that loved old movies. Saturdays would always include my mom ironing and watching old movies. She was also known to bribe us to go to the drug store to get her a hershey bar with almonds. Did your mom iron all your clothes? My mom did! My dad...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 4, 2009 | Uncategorized
You know how they say you can be "fashionably" late for a party? Then you can just be plain late? I'm just plain late. Summer+Me=No idea of the date. Seriously. Just be glad I wasn't hosting the party..that would have just been...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 4, 2009 | Uncategorized
I got so many emails about my first post of favorite things I thought I would do another one. I would like you to know that my friend Amy Jo especially enjoyed it and referred to Oprah (Oprah's favorite things) when expressing her joy over the list....
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 3, 2009 | Uncategorized
My husband loves to take the kids to the park and fly kites with them. Isn't it nice that we all have different interests because I would probably never do this with them. It is just not my thing. I do lots of things with them that Kelly wouldn't consider...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 2, 2009 | Uncategorized
My new bedding from Carolyn Westbrook has arrived. I will put up some photos soon. It is just as lovely as I knew it would be and the quality is wonderful! You can find her HERE. With my new bedding comes a deal for you. We have recently bought a new...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 31, 2009 | Uncategorized
Whenever my husband has to fill out my occupation on paperwork he writes in "domestic goddess". If only that were true. Our house is usually picked up but rarely clean. I throw out food every week (because it has gone rotten) because I...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 30, 2009 | Uncategorized
Ok. I would like to be clear that I am not talking about my own father. Sure, he is a fine looking man, but I am not in the habit of calling him hot. I am talking about Pa Ingalls. What? Like you haven't thought it! I loved that show growing up and now my...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 29, 2009 | Uncategorized
If you are MY child….you take a screwdriver and scratch the words into the wooden railing! It would have at least been nice if she had spelled "sarry" correctly. Seriously, if it is there to stay….. ...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 28, 2009 | Uncategorized
I have noticed a lot lately that it is really all the little things that make life so sweet. An evening with friends. Staying in bed all day to read a wonderful book. Not worrying about impressing…just picking up food at Costco on the way to the party. Working...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 27, 2009 | Uncategorized
When you have two boys and one girl that are all sharing a bathroom…. the decorating can be tricky. We really wanted the room to be bright and fun for all of them. We painted the room a vibrant yellow and put up bright, white bead board. The room is completely...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 23, 2009 | Uncategorized
I can not believe that it has been one year since I started blogging! So much has changed in this year. I started to blog as a way to advertise my business and it has become so much more. I have connected with so many of you. My business has grown and now boutique...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 22, 2009 | Uncategorized
Everyone loves a little sparkle in their life. One of the prettiest ways to add sparkle is a gorgeous vintage or new chandelier. I have one in our dinning room and have told you I would like a smaller, vintage one at the window seat. At The...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 21, 2009 | Uncategorized
As I was growing up I always had a journal. I would write down my daily events, make up stories and even write poetry. For so long that form of creativity had disappeared from my life until I began to blog. Life had gotten busy and I don't even...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 19, 2009 | Uncategorized
I have to share a town with you that is really one of my very favorites! Growing up in Illinois we would often make the hour drive to Galena to enjoy the beautiful drive and store after store of antiques. I loved those Sunday drives and I also think...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 16, 2009 | Uncategorized
I have loved looking through the lovely photos of A Year of Mornings. I love the story behind the book. I love the collaboration and the outcome is stunning and simple. I thought I would give it a try myself. The result was MY mornings and the...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 15, 2009 | Uncategorized
Our summer has been wonderful so far. Day after day of meeting with friends and just playing. Because we homeschool I always feel like summer is a huge break for us. I have to admit I miss the structure of our school days though. With less structure comes more...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 14, 2009 | Uncategorized
I am really laughing at my title because I can't stand when people shorten words that don't need to be shorten. Case in point… Vacation=Vay-Kay Junior College=Ju-Co Computer=puter. "I am going to play on my puter." What the heck? ...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 13, 2009 | Uncategorized
We all have favorite items that make our days a little nicer. Here are some of mine. I love this mascara….LOVE it! I have used it for years and will not use anything else if I can help it. I buy these flip flops every year from J...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 13, 2009 | Uncategorized
Over eight years ago we each had a little baby under the age of one. We both had moved from other towns to Ft. Collins and we were missing the friends we left behind. We moved because of our husband's jobs. We made this choice too, but it...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 10, 2009 | Uncategorized
I have a nice mountain bike that I use when we do more trail riding. What I have been looking for the past six months is a cruiser with gears. Something to ride on all the paved trails around our house. I am looking at two. Looking is not the same as...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 8, 2009 | Uncategorized
I have loved pretty linens, delicate tea cups and a beautifully set table for as long as I can remember. I also believe that all your pretty and special items need to be out and used…how sad to keep all the pretties for company. It is my husband...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 6, 2009 | Uncategorized
I have to admit something. Something very shallow about myself. Sometimes…SOMETIMES…I will buy a book just because it has a great cover! I know, I know….how could I do this? I am a LOVER of books. I love the written word. I can't think of...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jul 2, 2009 | Uncategorized
I seem to be able to get lots of photos of Benjamin because he is my little sidekick. He is usually right by my side and ever so willing to let me photograph him. The other two…that is a different story. They are usually running past me in a blur on their...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 30, 2009 | Uncategorized
It is hard to believe but my fall/winter collection is on its way! The new items will be added to my shop in August. To make room for all of the new items I have marked down all fabric items in my shop. All orders over $50 will also receive...
by Jeanne Oliver | Jun 29, 2009 | Uncategorized
Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life. -Pablo Picasso I have been admiring the art of Janet from Janet Hill Studios for some time now. I love the subjects of her paintings and her use of color and light is amazing. I had the...
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