The cabin is in the valley, but there is a hill above it where the view is amazing. We wondered should we just leave the cabin as is and build up on the hill where we could see all of Holston Mountain? The answer was no…despite that gorgeous view, saving the cabin and its history by renovating it was too alluring.

Christmas Card Scrapbook
Ever wonder what to do with all the adorable photo Christmas cards you receive every year? I can’t bear to throw away friends’ and family’s cards, not only because I’m …

The Kids’ Table at Thanksgiving
I come from a large extended family, and we’ve always had big gatherings for holidays. One thing you could always count on: there would be a Kids’ Table. For many …

November Style Picks
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4 Halloween Crafts for Your Goblins
It doesn’t matter the holiday, kids always want to do crafts. So do I. Your goblins will love these 4 easy and oh-so-spooky Halloween projects! 1. Haunted Popsicle Stick House …

Fly Your Wings to Disney World
My cousin Cody is back, as promised, with a little story about Disney World through our eyes. First, here’s a photo of us so you can get into the decade. …

The Weighted Blanket Craze
Most of us have heard of the weighted blanket craze and how they are supposed to help relieve anxiety and depression as well as offering a more comfortable night’s sleep. …

Wilde Mushroom Pate
Just because I don’t cook a lot (hubby does most of it), that doesn’t mean I don’t know how. I’ve got some yummy dishes under my belt when I set …

Style the Perfect Bar
You’re the perfect hostess, but wouldn’t you love to enjoy the party too? One way to do that is to leave (some of) the bartending duties to the guests themselves. …

Jimmye Laycock: Legendary W & M Football Coach
My interview with legendary William & Mary football coach Jimmye Laycock, as published in The Olde Farm Magazine in 2019. Coach Laycock (“Y.E.” as some of my contemporaries affectionately called …