tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-67960765432161518842012-02-27T10:35:27.807-05:00Annie Wilcox Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874118905730896171noreply@blogger.comBlogger2151100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6796076543216151884.post-19520984545163976872012-02-21T10:48:00.001-05:002012-02-21T10:48:51.471-05:00

With Henry home with a slight cold, enough to have him laying on the couch directing orders towards me, I have no choice but to face a harsh reality.  I have been blocked with what to write about.  So much to say, no direction to go.  Here I am with photos of random happy images and no way to link them. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");

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I was so inspired by Laura over at Piece of Cake on Friday when she posted a "day in the life" for us all to read.  A long day that began in the dark and ended long after dusk.  I couldn't wait to steal her idea and write about my "day in the life".  By the way, reading her post here will really make you think. So not the usual Sunday Sanctuary post for me but I have to warn you that the day

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Grand plans, even basic plans go out the window when "life" happens.  I have mentioned in past posts that my son has been going through a lot of testing to find a solution to his ailments.  Well, I guess I have to be more specific here for you all to get what the heck is going on. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("

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I hope you all have a wonderful day everyone.  Thought I might share what my son picked out to wear to school today.  Can't wait to see the bus driver's reaction to this snazzy look! var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%

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As I continue to make changes in my life and with this blog, I am trying to capture daily life for us at the Wilcox house.  Plus, I have this fancy camera I need to use more! var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); try

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I had a long talk with my oldest son last night as they were all going to bed.  He was just a mess, not listening, lying about simple things like putting a paper away in his backpack, and seemed terribly sad.  I was tired of repeating myself, found the paper underneath the backpack and feeling that something was on his mind.  I sent the rest of the kiddos up to bed and pulled him aside to get him

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Can we get real?   I mean will you really listen to what I have to say?   var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); try { var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-15353164-1"); pageTracker._trackPageview(); } catch(err) {}

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Welcome back the Wednesday Wallpaper edition of this blog.  I had a reality check the other evening which made me reevalute why I am doing this blog.  For me?  For others?  For friends?  For connection to the world outside of my box? var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "

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I am linking up with the Nester's Home Goals for 2012 party today.  And what better way to share the new house photos.  Did I say new house, new to us, but not a new build.  While I am in love with the layout of the house, I am not fully in love with the previous owners taste in design.  You can't win them all can you? var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "

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As our family came together for the Christmas holiday, I chose to focus on the things I could enhance in the house rather than all that we have to work on in the house.  Thus I created a wonderful table scape that my family and guest hopefully enjoyed.  Melissa over at The Inspired Room gave me a jump start on the holiday plates that I have been looking for over 15 years.  A tree, a sleigh,

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Man, I worked on that title forever.  How do I tie in all the events that have happened since the middle of December?  My hubby left for a trip, I came down with one heck of a cold and flu, the packers packed, the movers loaded, my mother in law arrived, the kiddos said goodbye to friends and school, and the dog was sedated.  Yep we all loaded in the car and drove four or more hours to our new

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God love my parents they are always ahead of fashion and they take decorating chances.  Not to mention they love this time of year. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); try { var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-

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This week I started out with a very rigid plan of working towards order in the house before the move.  Paintings in one room, attic boxes in the front room, and a smattering of clothes packed to take with us in the car ride to Virginia.  Drugs for the dog, he needs to sleep the whole way or he may get left somewhere if you know what I mean.  Utilities hooked up and some cut off.  Bills getting

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I am pretty sure they are going to eat me for turkey dinner because I posted this picture, but it is a thankful post and I can't share without sharing two of the five most wonderful ladies in my life.  I have a small group of friends who know of each other but sadly to say I like to keep them all to myself most of the time.  Unfortunately for me, they have to meet so we can all say good bye

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This past week the moving company came to the house to asses the house packing.  It has been five years since we have moved with the military and that is a long time for us military folk.  I have had time to settle and fill my home.  So strange to have to open up your junk drawer and explain what is in it. I kept apologizing to the gal who came for the visit.  My house is full, I stated

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It has been a crazy hectic season this fall with preparing the house for new tenants and purchasing a new house in Virginia and the list goes on and on.  But lately I have been reading a lot of posts that inspire me to relax and take in the moments that this season has to offer.  The day to day jobs of motherhood are still taking place and there are days when I am so tired...an extra cup of

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Oh beautiful for Spacious Skies.... I have my hubby home today and am so thankful that he is here, even though he is often away, today it means so much to me.  I have become more patriotic over the years not just because he is in the military but because I value what these men and women do for our country.   For me every weekend is a homecoming but holidays like today are ever more special.

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With the new house, my master bedroom plan is coming along beautifully, fabric ordered for curtains, sheets in place, furniture is the same but with all the color that I am bringing into the room, it feels new. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/

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Come closer, things are going to get dicey this post.  Do you like turnips?  Well, I made the mistake and answered my neighbor with a resounding yes, and he left me about 112 in a box on my door step.  I decided to put the question to my kiddos and this is how it went. Kiddos:  What are we having for dinner? Mommy:  Raw and cooked turnips. Kiddos:  Huh? Mommy:  Tell me which one you

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Help, my soon to be new dining room has some very dated wallpaper.  Instead of taking it down, I am thinking add another layer and update it.  Is that a big no no or what?  This is a dining room update done by Sarah Richardson, whom I adore!  What do you think of this look?  It's completely out of my world but I love what the white and print do together.   var gaJsHost = (("https:" ==

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Too tired this week to look back and see if I have used this word yet, but I feel I haven't.  I have had crazy busy week but it all started out with a wonderful opportunity to review the new E Book, I Am Not A DIY Diva by Melissa at the Inspired Room.  Loved it and felt connected to every word.  I thought I should put a plan into action and be creative with the new house we are moving into this

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We have made it to one as a family.  Truman is the worst dog ever and yet he is still so lovable.  With a family of six plus a puppy, one may question our sanity.  Keep questioning... I took this of Truman yesterday before the temperature dropped to 45 degrees, look at that ONE blue eye!  Never mind all the holes he has dug up or the legs he has chewed, he is the youngest in the family

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Elaine Griffin Run, run as fast as you can and recreate this room, the color, the design, the feel.  Is this wallpaper to die for or what?  You may have an or what thought too but I love it! Happy Wednesday to you all. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/

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www.notadiydiva.com  When I was given the opportunity to do a review of the New E Book Not A DIY Diva How to Create an Authentically-Inspired Life in a Pinterest World written by the very famous Melissa Michaels of The Inspired Room fame, I jumped on board to see what she had to say.  I am sharing my sincerest opinions, no one has told me to do anything other than this.  Where should I

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I found this image in pinterest under pumpkins.... var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); try { var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-15353164-1"); pageTracker._trackPageview(); } catch(err) {} Swoon, it was

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We are pretty sure, so sure that we filed a police report this week that someone came into our house and took my kiddos nintendo stuff.  You know the gaming stuff and whatnot, the stuff that drives you nuts but they love to have and were of course given for birthdays and other holidays.  Really, there was and intruder in the house?  Was I here, was I gone, how does that happen and for how

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All over Pinterest this rainbow cake appears and I thought for my birthday I should at least look at it.  Someday I will make it for a special occasion.  Until then I hold it in my files.  Happy Birthday to me! Enjoy your day and be on the lookout for either cake or rainbows or of course both.  They make me happy! var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl.

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Oh, come on I know that you all are looking at the picture and seeing the beauty that I am.  The gentlemen working on our house post Hurricane Irene gave me a set of roofing nails just like these as a joke and a gift.  I was telling them how gorgeous the patina was and the metallic luster really stood out.  Yes, they laughed but I stood my ground as they teased me.   The house is coming

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This week our family found our next adventure and it comes with a really fun package.  So much to do to it, only cosmetic and really so much for our family to experience.  We are so sad to leave but with a new home on the horizon, we are ready to try something new.  Not every kiddo is excited but life changes and this is something you have to go through to find out how it turns out.   I

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It's MeebleMail, the only way to personalize your email and make it look like stationary.  How great is that?  I have been using it for a while now and love sending my thank you emails using this technique.  All with a  push of a button you can have email that looks like this: OR THIS... OR THIS... OR THIS... var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol)

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Welcome, welcome Susi from Design Shuffle, she is our guest today on the Wednesday Wallpaper installment.  I love all that she has come up with. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); try { var pageTracker = _gat._

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IT IS A BEAUTIFUL COOL CRISP DAY HERE!  So let's talk about the transition from fall to summer,  home to house, roles to responsibilities to readiness.  No, for all you military pals, this is not a brief rather some informative references to what my life is about to become. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%

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The memories of that day will be shared by many.  I can distinctly remember getting cut off from my hubby and waiting all day and night for him to come home.  In a distant land in Florida, the military was working hard and of course we know the lives that were lost on this day ten years ago will be ingrained in our minds and hearts.  I knew that day that I wanted to have a family and now we are

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Ladies and mom, let me introduce a fan favorite in my book.  Waverly has come out with the Bedazzled line.  An array of color combos but this black and cream version is my favorite.  Some how classic and a tad modern and bold at the same time.  I would love it in a small room or in an entryway, perhaps even as an accent wall behind a headboard.  Endless I tell you! This is in their new

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I am READY to pack the flip flops away, find my knee high socks and put on a pair of boots. Are you?  Trying to get back on my feet again after the storms, quakes and general disruption of going back to life after a summer.  I am thinking of my best friend in Austin right now and my friends all around experiencing disruption in their lives.   I have been thinking a lot about quality lately

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Six days without power var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); try { var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-15353164-1"); pageTracker._trackPageview(); } catch(err) {} Six days without hot water Six days

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Hey all, just wanted to let you know that we are doing okay through this storm of Irene however, my photos are not loading right to view my yard.  I can't believe the mess and we are still hours away from the major impact. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js

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Just wanted to let you all know that the earthquake here on the east coast did not destroy any of our home or others homes we know of.  All is good here in Southern Maryland.  I hope everyone else is okay out there in blogland today. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "

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William Morris...doesn't get better than that!Don't forget to send in your photos of wallpaper, I would love to feature you!Happy Wednesday! var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); try { var pageTracker = _gat._

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I am back with a doozy this week.  Here is the inspiration to compare and contrast THEIR BUDGET vs. MY BUDGET.  This room is designed by Jonathan Adler and everything is designed by him, the rug, the drapes, the chairs.  He is a one man show and I love it, completely.  Check out the mirror... var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");

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I chose something basic but so doable for the Wednesday Wallpaper today.  Beadboard paintable wallpaper.  I know you have seen it, but the question is have you used it?  Lovely under a chair rail or in a bathroom, this image is from Graham Brown and gives off a soothing vibe. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%

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The hubby came home early this week because he had duty today.  So the same amount of days together but he was welcomed back a day earlier than usual.  Confusing I know, but now that his deployment is over, he is still commuting every week from the ship to our home in Maryland.  Anyway...my point is that we had an open Friday to do anything we wanted as a family.  So we hit the road and headed

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Another new installment of posts to keep me going and inspired.  My Wednesday Wallpaper will showcase fun and funky designs that could be used in your home, or my home for that matter.   Okay so I am in love with this wallpaper for almost any room but come on... a child's room is a must!  It is frames, all over frames.  You can color it, attach photos to it and bam, you have instant.  Land of

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At the beginning of this blog I started something that I did not follow through on....called What I Want Mondays.  I may have only posted a few or even two times but something did not jive with the fact that I would see something at Target, want it, and get it.  Too easy for my instant gratification and quite frankly there are so many ideas out there that inspire me more. var gaJsHost = (("https:

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Seriously, where has the week gone?  I am consumed with daily tasks and having more than my fair share of things to get done for future endeavors and immediate responses.  I am so sorry I have been out of touch.  Forgive me please.  It doesn't help that I have been just plain lazy when it comes to finding inspiration for you.  I am loving Pinterest and consumed with the idea of having a candy

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How many times in the blog world have we read about the topic of making a house a home?  For the past five years I have worked diligently and tirelessly with this purpose.  A little over a week ago, my hubby came back to the house we have live in and while he has been away a lot has changed, there was one thing that did not.  Our love for him and our efforts to provide a loving home for our

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It is official, my hubby is on his way home, he has to drive a four hour drive to get here but he is in the car as I type and I couldn't be more excited.  What a long sentence and not grammatically correct at all!  The plan is for the pirate party to start this evening and we are set for the night.  Beer in the fridge and cupcakes on their stand.  Here is a photo op of the table and treasure

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Is it me or is this kiddo dressed for the wrong season?  Wishful thinking on a very hot and sticky day.Stay cool and happy weekend.  One week until the hubby comes home.  Can you tell I am excited? var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%

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Yippee, he is coming home in a matter of days.  I can't wait, there is so much to do to get the house ready and cleaned and cleaned and did I mention cleaned up.  But I am sidetracked by planning a party, a pirate party.  Here is a glimps of the cupcakes.  The kiddos are so excited.  Gotta go, so much to...you know...clean!  Have a great day. var gaJsHost = (("https:" ==

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I don't often, okay never post a picture of myself for the very reason that they make me uncomfortable...but on days like this when the hubby is away serving our country in the big blue sea, I feel inclined to share a little of myself and the family.  We are on the countdown to his homecoming and I can't wait to get him here.  I hope you have a wonderful day celebrating our freedom with your

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Pinterest Just wanted to say enjoy the weekend and Fourth of July!  I will be sitting by the pool and cooking something yummy.  I am not sure which will come first.  It seems that cooking is always taking place at our house with four hungry kids. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost +

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Okay, the light is poor today and when I turn the lights on to give more ambiance the light looks too yellow.  I have a good camera and poor quality technique.  You would think I might have gotten better.... var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/

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Check out my newest obsession...Pinterest!  I know I am behind the wave but it took some inspiration to get me going.  I hate to flood my photo box with images and this is the way to do it.  Pinterest is a site to organize all those favorite photos you love about home, design, food and product and so much more.  It is really up to you to choose what you want to have on your "board". var gaJsHost

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This summer so far has been about water.  My hubby was stuck on a beautiful island surrounded by water, now he is stuck on a ship surrounded by water, we decided to follow "suit" and jump right in.  I have put three of the kiddos in swim team and overall we are having a wonderful time.  They are learning technique, competition, and team spirit all in the first week.  My littlest kiddo not on the

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I think they are growing up.  My daughter has a birthday this weekend, we celebrated today, and I am so excited to have a four year old but how sad is it that she isn't the baby she once was. My boys are now on swim team and looking so adorable in their gear.  They finished their races at their first swim meet this week.  My stomach was in knots over how they would feel or react to the

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The buzz is out there about Annie Sloan Chalk Paint and the buzz is also out there about painting your refrigerator with chalkboard paint.  Why not get the best of both worlds and skip the black and go for something different.  Now we had a cream fridge to begin with but the stains and wear and tear on this monster caused a wonderful discussion amongst the hubby and I.  I wanted to paint it with

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Summer is upon us and as I take you on another tour of my friends Manor House, I want you to keep in mind the fresh colors and summer approach to living in this house.  This is a work in progress.  Walls won't be blown out for a while and you must ask yourself the question of what would you do to create a livable space until the money rolls in?   Could you simply update with paint?  Is the beauty

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I wonder if I am stuck in design "palettes past" sometimes but I love the color combination of blues, browns, and whites.  How soothing it is for me to walk into my front room and see this palette.  I just recently rearranged, no surprise there, and created a cozy seating area at what was traditionally the dining room end of the front room.   var gaJsHost = (("https:" ==

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My oh my has it been hot here in Southern Maryland.  I can't stand how hot the summer has started out and we haven't even been out of school yet.  I know, early start late exit for school.  Half of the kiddos are out of preschool and I have been trying to get things done around the house, the usual laundry and laundry and dusting....  You know the drill of having small kiddos.  However, they are

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PEE YEW!  The septic is a mess in our yard and we had to search for new fields.  That is country talk for all you city folk.  But besides the huge costs, don't get me started, there was a bright side to the first day of work.  My son fell in love with the construction equipment.  Luckily everything will take place in the back yard leading to the woods but here is a snippet of machinery in the

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After the arrival of my hubby and a long flight home, I stepped into my parents home and was awakened by the light that flooded through the windows and the color that popped in every room.  I had to capture this on camera.  With a restless nights sleep, I awoke ahead of the troops and ventured down the stairs to sneak a peak around the house and snap some shots.  I get my style and hopefully

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Yes, it has been a long time since I have posted.  So much has happened in the last few weeks that it has been hard to find the time or words to write.  In a matter of a week, my father in-law lost his battle with muscular dystrophy and my husband came home to say a final goodbye.  There was peace for my husband's father in the end but grief came at a price. var gaJsHost = (("https:" ==

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I don't think I have prayed this much in a long time as I have prayed this week.  I have a family member who is very sick and I feel like I am losing my connection to him.  I am far away and there he is in a hospital waiting for answers.  He is surrounded by love and commitment and showered with strength and prayers.  I just am not there.  I know this is not about me but I can't help feeling

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Back in February I mentioned that I had the honor of becoming an affiliate of DaySpring the leading producer of Christian based greeting cards, they are a subsidiary of Hallmark.  I spoke about this relationship here and I am happy to say that I have a small token of appreciation to share with you.  This week has had its ups and downs and my family is far away dealing with what I would call

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It has been a doozy of week here and I am trying to hold life together as curves keep coming, but nonetheless, I still have to take you on another exterior tour of my friend's manor on the water.  Walk around and next week we get to take a peek inside.  Imagine the possibilities. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%

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First off, happy Mothers Day to all of my readers who are also mothers.  We have had a day of fun here with the Wilcox Family.  Although hubby is gone and missed we managed to share our day with one of my favorite mothers whose hubby is also away for the holiday.  Always up for an adventure with a total of seven kiddos between us we drove off to a relatively local strawberry farm.  I am not sure

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I so badly want to tell you that I am okay with my neighbor/dear friend/mentor moving away from me down the road aways.  But I am not very good at change and for five years I have had her at my side guiding me through the ups and downs of motherhood, home ownership, and little stuff like cooking for a family of six.  She does this all effortlessly and with grace and humor.  Oh, I use my friend as

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Welcome May with some Red White and Blue Decor. Country Living Magazine Country Living Magazine This week so far has been a crazy one as I am in the midst of Teacher Appreciation Week and preparing my kiddos Teacher Luncheon for school.  The theme this year is The All American Teacher....A Summer Picnic.  I am up to my eyeballs in red white and blue if you can imagine.  Thus my color

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Just wanted to let you know I have a little something up my sleeve from DaySpring. Go check out the site to get a jump start on a little something I can help with.  I have my eye on a few goodies myself. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/

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Spring has brought about many changes for the Wilcox household.  We have been blessed for many years to have some wonderful neighbors and friends.  Recently there seems to be a flood of movement, people making changes in their lives.  Unfortunately, these movements this season have impacted me greatly.  var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");

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The beautiful maple trees that lined Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding served as a symbol of commitment.  Who could ask for a more beautiful symbol.  Cheers to love and commitment. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%

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Here are some photos that I have put in my portfolio.  My client and good friend is moving out of the house we thought she would be living in for quite sometime.  She wanted a lime-ish green kitchen and we chose Pear Green from Benjamin Moore.  We paired the room next to it with a chocolate brown called Hasbrook Brown again by Benjamin Moore.  Check out the brown zebra striped Premier Prints

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I hope you have a wonderful Easter weekend and get all your lovelies out and celebrate your kiddos.  I will be remembering the past and honoring the future with family here to help.   This is my little Bunny and Egg collection, there are more scattered throughout the house. Happy Easter!Thanks for hopping by. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http:/

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There is not much to be said about the next few images except that pink and green go together like jelly and jam.  Considered the "preppy" look or a Lily Pulitzer staple in fashion.  You find pinks and greens in natures gardens all the time.  Here are my Easter centerpieces for my dining table.   var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");

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This week has taken flight, ups and downs.  At the beginning of the week I started with one visit to the ER, two doctor's visits on different days, double ear infections and croup adding up to a sickly couple of kids.  In the meantime, I was preparing for company badly.  I was definitely off my game due to illness. However, my mom arrived today on a flight from Missouri, my home sweet home.  We

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I am thinking that on Wednesdays I will share some of my favorite color combinations.  This being said, I thought I would start with my business and blog colors.  I find that I am drawn to yellow and black in design both on paper and practice.  Here is a snippet of an old sewing table that I bought for under twenty dollars over ten years ago.  My hubby painted it black for me.  It has been

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It occurred to me yesterday when I was writing my Peacock Feather Wreath post, that there was some reason I was drawn to it.  Rather drawn to the feather itself.  I can remember traveling through Thailand and staying at a hotel filled with peacocks on the property.  They seemed to be looking at me at all times.  When I ate, when I read and when I was chatting with friends.  Were they friends or

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I only have a couple wreaths, one for Christmas and one for fall.  I have never found the right one for the transition months and a few weeks ago, I noticed this one at Michael's.  Just thought I would share a few pics of it on my door.  My pillows on the porch are turquoise so this is just a hint from the street.  You wouldn't notice it until you made it up to the front porch.   var gaJsHost = (

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A favorite blog of mine is The Inspired Room and this week Melissa is hosting a linky party about gallery walls.  I have been looking at my new master bedroom in a way that I haven't in a long time.  Fresh paint, new linens, and a huge massive blank wall that a couple pieces of art just wouldn't do justice.  Enter the gallery wall idea.  We've all seen them around blogland and to be quite honest

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Last week I talked about pattern in my life.  Well, there may have been a turn of events here at the Wilcox house.  I was pleasantly surprised to find 100 dollars when I was cleaning out my wallet on Monday.  Did you hear that?  That's right 100 dollars, a mash of money that I was throwing in my wallet as the change came in. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl.

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Without curtains and art hung back up, I am already loving the transformation.  var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); try { var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-15353164-1"); pageTracker._trackPageview(); } catch(

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Have you ever had a room that you are just "over".  Can't get it to work unless you make major changes.  Well, my master bedroom is that room. Since I painted it four years ago, nothing works right for me.  The main problem is that the beautiful Benjamin Moore color that I chose was too dark.  I have lightened my bedding, brought in curtains and even put a few lamps in the room.  Four to be exact

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It snowed here this morning.  I would say at least a couple spring like fluffy inches and quite frankly it threw me off my pattern.  I woke up at six to take the dog out, he barked once to wake me up and twice to get me out of bed, anything after that is fair game to get him into to "potty" trouble.  As I slid on my flip flops I was surprised to see snow falling. var gaJsHost = (("https:" ==

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I know I could look back and find out for sure but I don't think I have shared a pic of the office. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); try { var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-15353164-1"); pageTracker._

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I did it, I was inspired by the Nester to take a risk and go for the gold, purple really.  The Nester has declared this National Take a Risk Day and I am linking up for the party.  I love this blog, check her out. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='

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Risk taking is often defined by images of jumping out of an airplane or running into a burning building to rescue someone.  But risk is perhaps far more complicated for me and simplistic for you to read.  I take risks everyday by parenting my children without the presence of their father.  I try to speak in a unified voice but often I speak for myself and that in of itself is a risk to me. var

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Just a little fun for the day.   I hope yours was lucky today! var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); try { var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-15353164-1"); pageTracker._trackPageview(); } catch(err) {} May

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A fellow preschool mom made these fabulous little treats for Valentine's Day.  They are called Sugarplum Treats and I believe they come from Family Fun Magazine.  I decided to take you along with me on my journey into "good mom" projects with kids.  They really did love making them.  Here you go. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");

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This week I hit the wall...and then I spackled it!  True, very true.  Monday I fell into a deep slump, feeling a wee bit sorry for myself.  Only two months in to this deployment, I was thinking that I did not have enough energy to keep going.  On Tuesday someone suggested that I make a list of the things that I wanted to get done in the house, room by room while the hubby is away.  On Wednesday

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We just received a lot of rain here the past couple of days and I have noticed something grand.  Spring is sneaking it in here and there but not with the pop I would have expected.  I call it String, stringing you along for the ride.  It is not warm enough for it to be spring but not frigid enough to be winter. Yet I have wanted to brighten things up a bit on the front porch.  Probably because

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I have said this to Kristin but Favorite Paint Colors just might be the most brilliantly planned blog out there.  I don't mean to exaggerate but as a color consultant, I want to know what people are using in their homes.  I love seeing all of the blogland rooms but I really like to see what works and what people love.  Kristin has done just that.  You can send her photos of your rooms and their

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This was a week of work getting the house together in order to host my church vestry's retreat.  I nit pick at a lot of details in the house, but get overwhelmed by doing mundane things like laundry and mopping.   SO, I place my napkins, plates, bowls and supplies out orderly and pray that I can get the "real" stuff done. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." :

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I love my updated kitchen with the cabinets painted and the granite clean and the knobs and hinges new.  Quite frankly it looks transformed to me.  Still waiting for those appliances to arrive by the appliance fairy but for the time being this will have to do.  I want to thank my friend Michelle over at The Vintage Source for spraying my doors.  This would have been a much tougher project for me

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Okay so I have loved a blog for a long time...okay so maybe a year but in the world of blogging that seems like a long time to me.  Andrea over at Faded Plains writes simply and is fresh and clean in her design style and aesthetic.  All my opinion, she may disagree with me.  Anyway, she was very helpful when I started out and for that I am eternally grateful.  I have known for a long time that

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This week has been all about replacing the old with new and updated looks.  I am still working on my office and my daughter's rooms soon to be revealed.  Also my sister sent my daughter an entire look from Pottery Barn that we are very happy to have.  It requires one thing and that is paint, so stay tuned for her color pallet.  As for the light, I mean that literally, my friends came over and

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Still working on the final touches but this is the wall color and this is me making marks on in the wall.  By the way, the hooks are from The Vintage Source and the bag from LL Bean (both from friends).I have since moved the hooks and used screws the attach them to the wall.  I even found the studs.  var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");

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Clarity seems to be the ability to see more clearly what is in front of you and what lies ahead.   A vision? Just like these reading glasses from Etsy, I feel like I have a more focused vision of the future and all of that has come from the help of family and friends.  My friends have come to the rescue this week with helping me tackle projects and just being a shoulder to lean on.  I cannot

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As I sit here and write this post I notice I am wearing very close to the color I am going to take a poll on.  I am wearing a salmon color tee and a multi strand peach, salmon, coral, and gold necklace.   Yes, those are all different colors in my book, if you are wondering. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%

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What does that mean?  I get confused, is it to not put your hopes into one thing?Do you spread the wealth?Too many fingers in the pot?Well, I don't get my hopes set on one thing, I spread the wealth and focus on many things and sometimes find I have too many fingers in one pot.All because I love so much, my heart is way too big for one person, perhaps I have more than one heart.I am really

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There are so many definitions for satisfaction that I simply picked the best one that describes my post for the week.  Satisfaction is anything that brings you gratification, pleasure, or contentment. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/

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