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May 14, 2025

Maxine’s Desk

My mother-in-law, Maxine, was the most gracious woman I’ve ever met. No contest. I suspect Mother’s Day planted her in my heart and she’s been hanging out with me this past week, bringing sweet memories forward everywhere I look. I’ve written about her up-bringing – the beautiful home she was raised in and the notoriety… Continue reading

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Family, gratitude, keepsakes, love, memories, treasures
February 26, 2024

ICYMI-Monday: Comfort in My Hands

Yes…this is a rewind post, brought to you by a dream. Last night my dad appeared in a goofy romp of an overnight, subconscious interlude where he wore his favorite swim trunks, preparing to dive into his pool, whilst wearing the most unlikely garment up top: the sweater his beloved sister knitted for him, decades… Continue reading

Family

dads and daughters, Family, handmade, heirlooms, knitwear, love, memories, treasures
April 18, 2023

My View

I love writing about aesthetic inspiration but the motivation to do so typically draws from my creative side, not necessity. I love the leisurely aspects of mulling over home décor and design and the ability to play with color and texture, all while mixing in elements of family history. Lately…as a result of on-going remodeling… Continue reading

Design

family memories, gratitude, interior design, keepsakes, love, treasures
April 12, 2023

Rocking Chair Allure

Thank goodness my dad was handy enough and wise enough to know that this petite rocking chair was a treasure, not trash. It looks pretty fab in its current condition but that’s only because dad rescued ‘her’. Just after he retired, he and mom began a ruthless purge of the attic space above their garage… Continue reading

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Family, grandparents, heirlooms, love, rocking chairs, treasures
September 8, 2022

One Precious Painting

Loving one precious painting – across the decades. Continue reading

Design

art, chicago, Family, graphic art, gratitude, monochrome, painting, treasures, vintage
August 11, 2022

Little Treasures

Family keepsakes and photos and the importance of displaying them. Continue reading

Family

Family, history, interior design, treasures, vintage photos

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