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“word to the wise” wednesday: jane scott hodges

Yes, indeed, exquisitely detailed linens turn life into living. -- Jane Scott Hodges (author, Linens: For Every Room and Occasion) Linens: For Every Room and Occasion, authored by Jane Scott Hodges of Leontine Linens and published by Rizzoli, is an absolutely gorgeous book.  For those of you in Charlotte, Jane Scott will be …

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“word to the wise” wednesday: katie ridder

Each room in a house can be traditional so long as there's one outlandish element.  I like each space to have a wow factor. -- Katie Ridder (quoted on CountryLiving.com) Isn't "outlandish" a fascinating word  choice?  It takes "wow factor" to a different level.  I'm going to start asking myself the question -- …

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joy cometh in the morning

On this Easter eve, my heart is heavy.  My sweet friend Paula Tipton Takacs passed away on Sunday after a courageous 9.5 year battle against sarcoma.  It's been a tough week for her family and friends, but -- with the knowledge of a risen Lord -- "joy cometh in the …

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sundays with joy: hard work

Life really revs up around market time ... and this month is no exception.  Today, I'm reminding myself that there is a certain joy that comes with hard work. It's kind of like muscle fatigue after an excellent workout.  You know, hurts so good?  And that's the only way to see …

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