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One year ago today… I started a blog.
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Continue reading →: One year ago today… I started a blog.I didn’t know exactly where it would lead.I just knew something in me needed a place to land —my thoughts, my stories, my hobbies, my heart.I didn’t start it to go viral.I started it to feel more like myself. What I’ve learned in a year of showing up: Not to…
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Looking Ahead to 2026
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Continue reading →: Looking Ahead to 2026As 2025 starts to wind down, I’ve found myself doing a lot of reflecting. Not in a dramatic, end-of-year kind of way—but in a quieter, more intentional way. The kind where you pause, take a breath, and really think about where you are… and where you might be headed next.…
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Crafting Paper Stars & Savoring the Small Moments
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Continue reading →: Crafting Paper Stars & Savoring the Small MomentsAfter wrapping a few Christmas presents, I found myself with pieces of leftover wrapping paper — the kinds of scraps that aren’t big enough for another gift but still too pretty to toss. Instead of crumpling them up and throwing them away, I decided to try something simple: folding them into…
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Labor Day, Family Traditions, and Big Life Transitions
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Continue reading →: Labor Day, Family Traditions, and Big Life TransitionsGrowing up, Labor Day weekend always had a rhythm in our family. My sisters and I would line up our sleeping bags on the den floor, staying up late with no bedtime, glued to the Jerry Lewis Muscular Dystrophy Telethon. Clothes from the past year would be piled around us,…
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Our July Vacation: Anna Maria Island & Nashville Adventures
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Continue reading →: Our July Vacation: Anna Maria Island & Nashville AdventuresThis post has been long overdue, but I finally have a moment to share our amazing July vacation! What started as a quick two-hour flight to Clearwater/St. Pete turned into nine unforgettable days of sun, sand, sunsets, live music, and exploring new cities. Day 1: Arrival at Anna Maria Island…
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Continue reading →: A 36-Hour Adventure: Coffee, Calligraphy & Chaos (the Good Kind) in Washington, DCThis past weekend, my friend Angie and I decided to do something a little spontaneous and a lot of fun—we took a quick trip to Washington, DC for a calligraphy class. It was the perfect excuse to escape the everyday, catch up, and try something totally new together. We started…
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A New Chapter: Saying Goodbye to Our River House
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Continue reading →: A New Chapter: Saying Goodbye to Our River HouseToday, we listed our river house for sale. It feels surreal to be at this point, but it also feels right. When Patrick and I first met, we were two divorced people, raising kids and just trying to get by financially. The thought of ever owning a home seemed like…
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Continue reading →: A Creative Escape: Oil Painting with Coleman Senecal at The Pinner HouseI recently had the opportunity to attend an oil painting workshop led by the incredibly talented artist Coleman Senecal at The Pinner House in Suffolk, Virginia. If you haven’t yet read my previous post about this charming historic inn, definitely check it out—The Pinner House is a must-visit gem that…
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A Magical Escape to The Pinner House
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Continue reading →: A Magical Escape to The Pinner HouseI’m not usually one for girls’ trips. I love adventuring with my husband and tend to shy away from the “solo-with-friends” trend that seems to be everywhere these days. But sometimes, something pops up that just speaks to you—and that’s exactly what happened when I stumbled across The Pinner House…
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Letting Go to Make Room for Living
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Continue reading →: Letting Go to Make Room for LivingFor the past several months, Patrick and I have been slowly but surely paring down a lot at our river house. What started as a simple plan to refresh and repaint the bedrooms turned into something much deeper — a full-on decluttering mission. As I worked through the inside of…
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I’m Tammy
Wife to my wonderful husband Patrick, and a mom to four young adults. I love crafting, DIY projects, cooking, and exploring life’s little adventures. On this blog, I share tidbits of my everyday journey — from family life and creative projects to product finds I love. Thanks for joining me!
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