Holiday Lights and Thrifting in Colorado: Fabulous Find 424

Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends and Happy 2026! I spent the holidays with my kids and had an absolutely wonderful visit. Dear Firstborn and Sweet Son-in-Law hosted and today I am actually sharing their fabulous find along with some highlights of beautiful Christmas lights

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Fall Fun in the Texas Hill Country

Happy Monday, Friends! As promised, today I'm sharing some highlights of fun fall outings from my mom and stepdad's recent visit. I always enjoy coming across an idea I haven't seen before and I haven't seen anything like these adorable ghost mushrooms anywhere in Blogland. Come along for more fabulous fall eye candy

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Snippets from the Seattle Aquarium

Happy Monday, Friends! When I visited Favorite Son in Washington back in April, he planned so many fun outings and of course, I took tons of photographs. Today I'm sharing colorful snaps from the beautiful Seattle Aquarium including this vibrant striped Moorish idol fish

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Scenic Snoqualmie Falls Hike

Happy Monday, Friends! Today I'm sharing another outing with Favorite Son during my trip to Washington last month: Snoqualmie Falls. It was so peaceful to listen to the soothing sound of the falling water. Join me for a virtual hike to enjoy the natural beauty of these lovely water falls

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Tulip Festival with Favorite Son

Happy Monday, Friends! I just returned from visiting Favorite Son who moved to Washington last summer. He took me to the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival and of course, I snapped lots of photos to share with you! I saw so many varieties I hadn't seen before including this gorgeous double-peony tulip

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Highlights from Colorado and CSU Flower Trial Garden

Happy Monday, Friends! This perfect dahlia is from the CSU Annual Flower Trial Garden in Fort Collins. I snapped plenty of photos to give you a wonderful virtual tour of the beautiful blooms plus a few highlights of my much-needed time with my daughters

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Dear Firstborn's Visit!

Happy Wednesday Friends! I want to thank you for your sweet comments and thoughts regarding my oldest daughter's visit.  We had the best time! Here's my darling girl modeling at our favorite thrift store...

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Birthday Treasure Hunt!

Greetings Friends! Have you had a relaxing weekend?  I'm still basking in the joy of a week long visit from Youngest Daughter and Ginger Grand--what a sweet time we had! Today I am sharing my birthday celebration with GG...

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Florida: A Trip to the Beach!

Greetings Friends! Last week I was invited to vacation with my Mom in Hollywood, Florida.  I don't travel often so this was an unexpected blessing.   The sound of the waves, the ocean air, our toes in the sand--what a treat!  If you could use a virtual escape, come along........

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