What is it about a hammock that makes you smile?
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When we moved into our home in 2007 we had the dream of planting flowering pear trees all the way across the back yard spaced just perfectly to hang a hammock…
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Family Friendly Wholesome Entertainment
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I’m showing my age here, so bear with me. :) When I was little we weren’t allowed to watch TV very much. However one show I always loved was the “Andy Griffith Show” starring Andy Griffith as Andy Taylor, Don Knotts as Barney Fife, Ron Howard as Opie Taylor and Frances Bavier as Aunt Bee…
Read MoreStop and Smell the Flowers
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Sometimes you just need to stop and smell the flowers. I love spring! Sometimes life gets crazy and overwhelming. Spring brings new life, colorful flowers, and longer days filled with LIGHT…
Read MoreKicking Off Summer With Aloha From Hawaii GIVEAWAY
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Candle in the Window is excited for our next GIVEAWAY!!! This one will bring LIGHT into your life, and get you all ready for a fun-filled summer! The winner will receive a swag bag filled with…
Read More“A Heart Shaped Thank You”
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Recently I needed to put some small thank-you baskets together. I started with this adorable handmade heart basket from my favorite “Amish Baskets” website. It is affordable and well made…
Read MoreBest Easter Basket Ever!
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A few years ago I was searching for the perfect basket to deliver some Nativity dinners to our married children and their families in…
Read MoreSpring Flowers!
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Yesterday was the first day of spring . . . however, here in Utah, Mother Nature didn’t get the memo. It was a mixed bag of rain and blustery snow, with the darkest of black clouds…
Read MoreThe End of an Era
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For many years “Secret Haven” in Fruit Heights, Utah was one of my favorite gift shops. Sadly, it closed in 2017 after 25 years of business…
Read MoreHappy Salmon – A Fun Game for Family and Friends
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Normally this would be my week for an adoption post, but life’s been crazy, and when that happens we adapt right? Adoption post is coming next week…
Read MoreHE is the LIGHT of the World!
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Growing up we never had a Nativity in our home. I often wondered why? I always loved looking at them, and wished we could have one…
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Skin-Care Musts!!
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Today’s post is short and sweet. I know it’s September, but here in Utah it’s still hot and sunny with many record breaking…
Read MoreMy Favorite Mints!
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From the time I was little, I have loved things that make my mouth feel fresh and clean. I remember sneaking “Wrigley’s Doublemint” Gum from my mother’s purse…
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Off the Beaten Path in California
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I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been to California through the years, and for the most part done the same thing every time. Disneyland, Universal Studios, Knots Berry Farm, the beaches of Orange County, Sea World, San Diego Zoo…
Read MoreQuotes – A Good Addiction To Have and Share!
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I’ve talked a lot about my in-laws and how amazing they are. Well there’s one more I want to introduce you to. Ron’s Great-Aunt Bessie…
Read MoreHummingbirds in Utah
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Growing up, my family didn’t really focus on planting flowers in our yard, or put out any type of yard décor. When I married Ron, his family focused a lot of time and effort into planting beautiful…
Read MoreLovely Lemon Faves
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This week’s post is a quick one. I don’t know about you, but this time of year is a little dreary for me. It’s not really winter anymore, but sometimes it is…
Read MoreThank You Heavenly Father
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Today’s post is short and sweet. I just want to say how blessed and grateful I am to live in such a beautiful place…
Read MoreLeftover Turkey Is The Bonus Meal After Thanksgiving!
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There’s nothing better than leftover turkey after the big day!!! I love to make turkey sandwiches on home-made rolls with home-made…
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