I read it in two days. Hardcover. Many of Jennifer Weiner’s books are addictively engaging page-turners, and Big Summer did not disappoint. This frothy confection of a beach read was as delicious as some of the foods that are lovingly described by the main character. Since March, when I no longer had to drive to […]
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Changing the exterior look of something I see every day gives me a new perspective. Changing the interior gives a sense of rediscovery.
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Today, I’m thinking about John Lewis. Inspired by his 60-year fight for civil rights, and an eye-opening panel presented by VoteRiders, I’m feeling a call to action.
The Doctor Lid Desk is almost done! The exterior, interior, lid, and drawers are all a lovely, saturated black stain (Varathane Poly +Stain, Black Satin). The lid has been attached with its original hinges, with layers of polyurethane removed. The drawer pulls have been replaced, removing the old brass “colonial” look with a mottled, stamped
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I could no longer ignore that this perpetual moisture and odor was just happening to ME.
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Sometimes, you just need to make a change in something you see every day. The goal this time: transform a piece of inherited vintage furniture into something I really loved. This “Dr. Lid Desk” welcomed visitors to my parents’ home as long as I can remember. The front piece – or “lid” – folds down
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At first, all was well…er, normal. January and February, my work was ramping up. There was my 75 minute commute to LA twice a week for creative meetings, my daughter’s Color Guard competitions, Girl Scout meetings, Football Booster meetings, veterinary appointments for the dogs and cats, driving 15 year olds to and from school and
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