The fridge is a primary staple of any home, and as such, its organization is vital to a properly functioning household. Be that as it may, most people, it seems, are working with a less than adequate fridge set-up. Refrigerators are commonly overstuffed, over-condimented, or just untended. Do not discount the fact that your ice box is a large vessel for food, which you consume. Thinking of it this way, the fridge becomes a kind of ...

When I stumbled on this quote, it instantly struck a chord with me. In truth, it sort of captures my philosophy about writing this whole blog. I have found that it's far more rewarding to send my ideas out into the universe, to share them with anyone reading, than to keep them sequestered inside myself. We are all recycling ideas naturally anyhow, might as well purposefully contribute to the giving and taking. This week, take ...

Happy Sunday my little lambs. For your entertainment/consideration, here are a few things that made an impression on me this week: - Jess Constable's simple tip for being organized with your makeup, durr. - Also her reflection on the distinction between the morals and substance in her real life vs. her virtual one, all wrapped up in a tasty little metaphor. - The Thumb Test via Jon Acuff, a simple message about making sure your personality ...

  A lighthearted quote to kick off Closet Week-- Image credit: Martha Stewart

Admittedly, I usually recoil at the word "rustic." Chalk that up to an over-exposure to traumatic family camping trips as a child. Nevertheless, it is the slight hint of rustic elements in these spaces which, even in my opinion, gives them their especial appeal. We would say- "quite, quite tolerable," no? P.S. Next week is a BIG week on the blog. Don't miss it! Image credits: Tracery Interiors, AMI Designs, John Bessler, Fresh Home Ideas, Country Living, ...