Click HERE to see the notecards While putting together the Royal Baby Watch notecards in my last post, my mind started wandering ... and wondering what the royal birth certificate will look like. And so I searched for Prince William's ... and was greatly disappointed. It's boring. Source At least he has one ... and so will the newest little royal whenever he or she arrives. As it turns out, all of my mental wandering led me to recall another birth certificate ... and a story I've never shared with you. Her name is Diana. She's a graduate of Hope Unlimited for Children. When she came to us, very little was known about her. As is common with children in such circumstances, basic ... Keep Reading...
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THE ROYAL BABY WATCH: Sending notecards while waiting …
Are you one of the many people on Royal Baby Watch? If you are, perhaps you'll like these notecards I'm sharing today at A Haven for Vee. It's time (already!) for the July Notecard Party ... Click HERE to read Transferware Heaven: Old House Love Click HERE to see this and the next pic in Motherhood: The Mother of All Roller Coaster Rides I was waiting on the birth of Daughter the Older when Princess Di was waiting for the arrival of Prince William. It's hard to believe he's now waiting on his firstborn ... What's your guess? Pink or Blue? Still in the mood for "royalty"? Check out these "royal" posts: A Royal ... Keep Reading...
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THE GIFT OF FRIENDSHIP: Meeting a Blogland Buddy
Last week, Renaissance Man and I received the gift of new friends. Technically, I suppose, I brought my sweet husband along to meet one of my "old" friends ... someone I met right here at My Place almost three years ago ... right after I started blogging. You've met her here, too, through her gorgeous tablescapes. In Blogland, she goes by Bonnie Bee. Click HERE to read "Owning Provenance" Click HERE to read "Shamrocks and Artichokes" Well, Bonnie was blessed with a sweet husband, too ... because he was willing to tag along and see if her "imaginary" Blogland friend was real. Guess what? Bonnie and I are both real ... and so are our husbands! The four of us spent a ... Keep Reading...
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Whatcha Doin’?
I'm still here! I hope you are, too. It's turning out to be a really busy Summer at My Place! I've been busy playing ... See below for how to make these cute t-shirts. ... and PLAYING! And that man I married has been gardening ... Sure wish I'd had time to do a tablescape with these gladiolus! ... so we've been freezing and canning ... and too tired to cook! Anybody else have that problem? We've had the front porch repainted after a roof leak removed 106 years of paint. Yikes! I've also been reading ... and reflecting. Reading and reflecting on your responses to my recent Reader Survey, too. I'll share the results with you soon. You are an interesting ... Keep Reading...
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Do You Sparkle and Shine?
People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within. -- Elizabeth Kubler Ross If it's dark in your world right now, I pray you've found the Light ... Jesus said, "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." John 8:12 If you're not dealing with the dark, perhaps it's a good time to take a look around and search for someone living in the shadows. Maybe a little creative caring is in order. Just a thought ... Thanks for stopping by! I hope you always find encouragement, inspiration, and challenge ... at My Place to Yours. ... Keep Reading...
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Life Colors of a ’70s Teenager …
These beauties are blooming in the garden. Their timing is perfect! Their colors make me think of my sister ... and her birthday is today. It's a big one. *Smile* I was actually with my sister about a year ago when we came upon this shop window. We had a good laugh. Seriously? ... Sister and I grew up in the '70s ... and lime green and orange were the colors we chose for our shared bedroom. They were the only ones we could agree upon. Just imagine ... floral bedspreads (with a touch of yellow and white thrown in for good measure) and window treatments of bright orange tied-back draperies with lime green sheers. It was the perfect room for two tween-turned-teen girls. ... Keep Reading...
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CITY GIRL or COUNTRY GIRL?
All across Blogland ... and Main Street America ... I'm seeing red, white, and blue. Is it just me, or does it seem more people are decorating for Independence Day this year? I'm curious ... If these were your dishes, what "feel" would your Fourth of July tablescape have? Would you take the City Girl approach? Or are you more of a Country Girl these days? I'm feeling a little bit country, myself. See these dishes on a Springtime Farmhouse Table. See more tablescapes by "feel" HERE. I'll be joining: Let's Dish! @ Cuisine Kathleen Tablescape Thursday @ Between Naps on the Porch \ ... Keep Reading...
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My Place to Yours & Hometalk: CLEARLY A GREAT IDEA!
Hello all! If it's your first visit here, thanks so much for stopping by. You're always welcome ... at My Place to Yours. If you're a long-time friend here, I'm really glad you're back. You make meeting at My Place a true pleasure. It's no secret how much I love clear crystal and glass. If it's etched or embellished with silver, so much the better! So when Hometalk saw my post on How to Have Personalized Etched Glass Without the High Price and asked me to curate a "decorative glassware ideas" clipboard, I jumped at the chance. Clearly, a no-brainer. So here they are ... Some of my favorite clear glass projects on Hometalk Just click on the clipboard for the how-to on all these ... Keep Reading...
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Mrs. McGregor’s Garden Party
Do I have a treat for you today! Last week, a reader saw my Mr. and Mrs. McGregor inspiration boards ... then sent me pics of a Mrs. McGregor's Garden Party table she has done -- two actually! I love to get emails from you, and they're extra special when they include photos! Since Katherine doesn't have a blog of her own, I'm sharing her photos and "behind the scenes" commentary right here at My Place to Yours. I always like knowing how a table comes together, don't you? Enjoy! This table was part of the 2013 annual Entirely Entertaining event at the Bonnet House in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It all started with a flower show requirement of green only. I chose to use herbs, and my co-designer added vegetables to our ... Keep Reading...
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Mackinac Island Fourth of July Notecards
It's time for another Notecard Party at A Haven for Vee. I love this party! Since the Fourth of July will be here soon, this flag-waving blogger wants to share some favorite pics from last Summer's trip to Mackinac Island. It was hard to choose, but I limited myself to the Stars & Stripes -- and beautiful blues. This visual reminder of sacrifice and freedoms ... I think it's beautiful! Have you made any Fourth of July plans this year? More from Mackinac Island ... More flag-waving from Mackinac Island GRAND HOTEL Expectations Fabulous Fudge! Lighting the Way: A Grand Hotel Finale ... Keep Reading...
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FATHER’S DAY: Just Another Day …
So you say Father's Day is "just another day." Well, Renaissance Man, I guess it is... Another day to say I love you more than you can imagine! Another day to marvel at how someone with no "fatherhood experience" turned out to be -- and still is -- one of the best "hands-on" Dads I've ever known. Another day to say thank you for loving my little girls ... and their mother ... when they very much needed a consistent, every-day man in their lives. Another day to recognize the sacrifices you have made for our family. I realize that's the nature of "family," but many men aren't as gracious as you. Another day to be grateful for the laughter and smiles you bring into our home. ... Keep Reading...
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Greetings from the girls at Hope Unlimited in Brazil …
These girls (and their friends) send a big THANK YOU to everyone who sent Valentine cards for this week's Day of Love party. If you've prayed for these girls, thank you! If not, it's never too late ... Here's the scoop. This picture makes me happy because I know the party was a time of love and encouragement for the girls ... and a time for talking about what it means to live a wholesome, pure life ... even when it means having to overcome the tragic realities in her past. These precious girls are right where they need to be. At Hope Unlimited for Children they're getting the tools they need to construct a bright future for themselves and their future generations. The picture also reminded me ... Keep Reading...
