Quote of the Week

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  Welcome to a new glorious week. 

It's such a blessing to be able to wake up on a Monday morning and have purpose. 

This week's quote of the day is courtesy of a woman whose words command life change. She is all around inspiring and challenges each and every one of us to do and be better.

Here's the quote of week from the lovely

Christine Caine.  

 "Don't chase what is not yours. 

Save your strength for your purpose."

This week, I challenge you to stop looking at those around you and wanting what they have. You've been made for a special purpose. Only you can do what God has created you to do. 

Fulfill your purpose. 

 

A Little Domesticity . . .

This year, I'm determined to be a lot more domestic. 

For the past few years, I've been living in La La land, not wanting to do the whole housewife thing. 

I mean seriously?

  Fortunately for my husband, over the past few months, a group of my girlfriends and I have been studying Proverbs 31:10 and what it means to be a 

Virtuous woman. 

As we dived into each verse, we were challenged to live above the bar that society has set for women. 

To be more, do more, and exude more. 

At first I was truly overwhelmed by the call. To go from doing regular things to so much more seemed unrealistic, unattainable and mostly undesirable.

I mean if my husband didn't expect all those things from me, why on Earth would I commit to doing them?

Slowly as I resolved to be a women of Virtue, my desire to be  more domestic erupted. So much, that I began baking and purchased the ultimate project creator . . .

A sewing machine. Gasp!

I got it while thrifting for twenty-two bucks! I figured if I spent the money, maybe I would be committed. So my goal is to sew clothes, throw pillows, and so much more. 

I have to admit I'm truly excited!

Wish me luck.

Domesticity here I come.

A Jar for Every Season!

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 One thing I find great joy in is planning, decorating, and then 

redecorating my home. 

It truly is my favorite place on Earth. 

As I sat and pondered one of my most versatile pieces, not to mention favorite, I realized that there was one piece that has transcended time. Originally purchased for the candy bar at my wedding reception (pictured above), it has become the centerpiece for many decor ideas and holiday treats. 

It truly is the jar for every season.

So what is this lovely piece I'm rambling on and on about? My apothecary jars of course. 

They come in so many fun shapes and sizes that they can fit into any decor scheme. While they retail for around $30 plus, you can snag one at Michael's for almost half that by using their weekly 40% off one item coupon. Find a great coupon here.

Here's one way I'm using mine as our home transitions from Christmas to a total revamp.

What are some of your favorite decor elements? Share them below!

                                                           Happy designing!