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Permission Not Needed

January 21, 2023 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

"Because at some point, you need to start calling the shots. At some point, you need to start believing you know what's best. Or, I thought with a smile, you just stop asking for their permission in the first place." ~ Katie Kacvinsky Photo by Bidvine on Pexels.com It's amazing the revelations that come, and … Continue reading Permission Not Needed

Renovation Plans

December 29, 2022December 27, 2022 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

"Our form of relaxing is taking on new projects for the house. It's not work for a house - it's a true labor of love." ~ Mark Hellman Photo by Rene Asmussen on Pexels.com When your house is 100 years old (which it will be in 2023), there are issues that arise. When I bought … Continue reading Renovation Plans

When Working doesn’t look like . . . working

June 25, 2022 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

"Developing a good work ethic is key. Apply yourself at whatever you do . . . . because that work ethic will be reflected in everything you do in life." ~ Tyler Perry Photo by energepic.com on Pexels.com If I counted all the times a patient or their family member has said to me, while … Continue reading When Working doesn’t look like . . . working

It’s the Little Things

May 18, 2022May 17, 2022 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

"It has long been an axiom of mine that the little things are infinitely the most important." ~ Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Photo by Keegan Checks on Pexels.com Having to save money to work on an old house can be a real downer. Not being independently wealthy, I must work a full-time job. Throw in … Continue reading It’s the Little Things

Archaeology at Home

May 16, 2022May 16, 2022 / KarenS. / 1 Comment

"Archaeology is like a jigsaw puzzle, except that you can't cheat and look at the box, and not all the pieces are there." ~ Stephen Dean If you've been following my blog, or if you've happened across it somehow . . . I love old houses. I have owned old houses. I currently own an … Continue reading Archaeology at Home

White Chili (aka Chicken Chili)

January 9, 2022January 9, 2022 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

"A recipe has no soul. You, as the cook, must bring soul to the recipe." ~ Thomas Keller Photo by Polina Tankilevitch on Pexels.com In the mood for something soothing, with a little spice, but not regular chili . . . I chose to go with White Chicken Chili for dinner this evening. I hadn't … Continue reading White Chili (aka Chicken Chili)

“I don’t know how . . . “

September 26, 2021 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

"I'm having the greatest time. It's like I'm on some ridiculous big roller coaster not knowing what's happening next, but just having a great time on the ride." ~ Samantha Mumba Photo by L&U adventure on Pexels.com Just in the past week, while I was canning tomatoes, I've had several people say to me (almost … Continue reading “I don’t know how . . . “

Repurposing the Door

July 20, 2021July 18, 2021 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

"Creativity is making marvelous out of the discarded." ~ Unknown Doors . . .especially old doors . . . are some of my favorite things. From simple Shaker style to Dutch doors to solid Craftsman style or ornate doors with carving or wrought iron panels -- these are the gateway into the home. Some doors … Continue reading Repurposing the Door

Old House Adventures – Pantry (1)

July 9, 2021July 10, 2021 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

Renovating not only restores the house, but restores the story of the home and the neighborhood." ~ Unknown Photo by Ylanite Koppens on Pexels.com I love old houses, it’s no secret. From a very young age I have loved old houses — the history, the architecture, the memories that have taken place inside the walls. … Continue reading Old House Adventures – Pantry (1)

Sew Perfectly Fine

June 14, 2021June 14, 2021 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

"Sewing . . . it's cheaper than therapy." ~ unknown Photo by Wallace Chuck on Pexels.com Prior to returning the Sam man home from Space Camp, I finished a pair of curtains for my daughter that I'd had for quite some time. She'd found a sheet to match her son's bedroom decor and asked me … Continue reading Sew Perfectly Fine

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