Merry Christmas!
May your days be merry and your hearts filled with joy as we celebrate our Savior’s birth!
from The Siems Family
Henry, Charlotte, Sarah, Chris, Emmaline, Tyler, Sara, Melissa, Justin, Henry, Zelie, Norah, Thomas, Tori, Nathaniel, Benjamin, Caleb, Jonathan, Gracie, Lanie, Emily and Sophie
Warm wishes for Happy Holidays from This Lovely Place!
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Quick and Pretty Decorating for Summer by Charlotte Siems When the seasons change outdoors, you can bring that feeling indoors. Even the busiest Moms can make a few changes in the home décor to reflect the current season. It doesn’t have to be an overwhelming remodeling project! Choose fresh colors and summertime accessories to…
Fall Household and Holiday Prep Checklist by Charlotte Siems The change of seasons brings cooler weather and the hint of the holidays in the air. You know, the holidays come around every year. So why do we feel surprised and stressed by their arrival and all of the to-do’s that come with them? It’s not…
Do-It-Yourself Treatment for Dry Winter Hands by Charlotte Siems Dry, rough hands are uncomfortable any time of the year, but winter cold can make the problem worse. Give your poor hands a treat and a jumpstart towards healing with this easy “spa treatment” for your hands. Use your favorite brands for the following ingredients: …
Holidays and seasons give shape to the year. They are hooks upon which we hang our family memories. As special occasions and celebrations mark the passing of the seasons, we can create their atmosphere in our homes. You may be surprised at how much your family will look forward to the traditions of seasonal decorations, as these little…
Oddly enough, the week between Christmas and New Year’s is one of my favorite weeks of the year. It’s a time of closing out the old and bringing in the new, for both physical spaces and mental spaces. The physical requires manually taking down, putting away and setting back up. One example is taking down Christmas decor,…
What is a buckeye, you ask? There are three kinds of buckeyes: a brown butterfly, a nut from a bush, and a yummy peanut-butter-and-chocolate treat that actually resembles the nut. Buckeyes are a nice homemade gift for Valentine’s Day, or an afternoon snack with a cup of coffee. This recipe is a half-batch, which we…
What a beautiful family! God has truly blessed you and yours. May He continue to do so!
Merry Christmas to you and your lovely family. Richest blessings,
Ang