Hard Drive Crash – Why I Have Been M.I.A.
I stared at the blank screen. I rebooted the computer and watched as the revolving circle continued to spin before the page went blank once again – rebooting again and again, each time hoping the...
View ArticleHappy Anniversary
Just three short years ago today I made a life changing move — A move that has redirected my life in so many ways. Living a life in a small town in Illinois surrounded by friends and family my...
View ArticleMerry Christmas
Merry Christmas! I wish you … The Joy of the holidays throughout the New Year; The Love of friends and family; The Peace found in reflection and resolution; The Wisdom of a grateful heart; And a...
View ArticleJoy to the World!
For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:11 Hallelujah!!!! The post Joy to the World! appeared first on Surroundings by Debi.
View ArticleHappy New Year 2015!
Happy New Year 2015! I have to say I am excited about this upcoming year! Why, you might ask?? Take a look at what I’ve been up to these last few weeks. No … I am not moving, but my daughter is. I...
View ArticleWhy the Pineapple? – Here’s the Answer!
Why the Pineapple? While working on the creation of this blog and the “feel” I wanted to express, I struggled with just how I could represent my message. What would convey the purpose of the blog? And...
View ArticleSpring & Summer Craft Blog Hop
Welcome to the last installment of the four-part spring craft blog hop challenge for 2015! This hop will run from May 26th – June 20th. We’re challenging you to create a craft project that reflects a...
View ArticleXylitol Warning Toxic to Your Pet
Xylitol Warning Toxic to Your Pet A set of small brown, innocent looking eyes gazed up as I viewed the shredded mess before me. After a quick trip to the store, I had dropped my purse on the office...
View ArticleSimple Steps to Arranging Flowers
I love flowers! I love giving flowers! I love getting flowers! I love arranging flowers! And in my 40 plus years as a floral designer I have worked with a lot of stems of flowers! Simple Steps to...
View ArticleValentine Magazine Challenge and Free Printable
Do you use Magazines to give you inspiration for holiday decorating? Today I am happy to be joining my friend Katherine of Katherine’s Corner to show you a little Valentine inspiration. Katherine sent...
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