Cedar Chest/Hope Chest/Chest of Dreams by: LaJoyce Kerns I'd like to see hope chests become popular again, not in the marriage/dowry connection necessarily, but as a symbol of saving for the future and preserving the past. I remember my mot...
Family family chest cedar hope items embroidered memoriesA cedar chest, also known as a hope chest or a chest of dreams, is a timeless piece of furniture that has been used for centuries to store and protect valuable possessions. It was traditionally given to women as a wedding gift and was filled with ite...
Family family chest cedar hope items embroidered memoriesAnimal Statues for the garden. When I saw this in my garden collection, boy did it bring back loving memories. Funny what triggers these memories! When we first took our golden retriever up north to the cottage she loved it. Of course she would , she...
Pets And Animals pets animals golden garden bear memories love cottage rabbitGolden Memories and Dog Training As we grow older, we often look back at the fond memories we have created throughout our lives. These “golden memories” are the memories that we cherish the most and hold close to our hearts. Many of us may find...
Pets And Animals pets animals golden garden bear memories love cottage rabbitAugust is my birthday month (yes, I'm a Virgo through and through)... and this year I'm turning the Big Six- Oh.When I was younger, 60 was beyond the pale. I gave my 7th decade little thought because on one hand I believed I was immortal, a...
Self Improvement And Motivation self improvement motivation memories created decade turning realIn private moments we may find ourselves reflecting upon our lives, what could have been, and our true potential. We often cast our hopes and dreams aside, and then experience feelings of disillusionment or emptiness. We feel cheated of our inalienab...
Self Improvement And Motivation self improvement motivation memories valerie happiness fairyBest Ever Apple Pie Recipes by: Donna Monday What’s the best ever apple pie recipe? That’s easy. It’s whatever apple pie that brings back favorite memories and creates new ones. Everyone seems to know what their favorite apple pie tastes l...
Food And Drink food drink recipes memories scratchThe Forgotten game How I Fell In Love With The Game Of Baseball AGAIN.It happens to the best of us. One day we realizes a piece of us is missing. With the things we love it is not as simple as patting your back pocket to make sure you didn't lea...
Sports And Recreation sports recreation baseball game time memories backAn old porch swing has a unique charm, providing an abundance of relaxing, down-home country atmosphere regardless of where one happens to live. Some of my fondest memories revolve around the old, worn swing that used to adorn the front porch of my c...
Family family swing porch memories country aroundIn a world of instant gratification and so much that is made to be tossed out after one use, there are some things worth preserving. Childhood memories are among those things worth safeguarding. As a new grandmother, I fully appreciate the importance...
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