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Favorite Autumn Things and Memories

Thanksgiving is a time of gathering, of sharing, and of love. A simple meal and assembly of loved ones is the goal. It is memorable and satisfying.
… Read More Favorite Autumn Things and Memories

November 18, 2021November 19, 2021 bluewillowcottageLeave a comment

Vintage Literature with Children

We set around the kitchen fire,
an’ has the mostest fun!… Read More Vintage Literature with Children

October 1, 2021November 10, 2021 bluewillowcottageLeave a comment

A 1950’s Woman

One of the most cherished times of my childhood is the months I spent with my great grandmother in West Virginia. We hung laundry on the line, made daily pies, and sang hymns. … Read More A 1950’s Woman

April 20, 2021November 5, 2021 bluewillowcottage6 Comments

Scripture: The Gift that Keeps on Giving

Cleaning Day and what I found: A nice surprise that warmed my heart… Read More Scripture: The Gift that Keeps on Giving

March 26, 2021November 10, 2021 bluewillowcottageLeave a comment

Gracious Hospitality

This old, stained, scarred table of ours has heard the secrets and troubles of many hearts, catching tears on its surface as we shared struggles and sought the LORD for help. As I wash the surface, I wonder how many plates of food have been served here.… Read More Gracious Hospitality

January 19, 2021November 10, 2021 bluewillowcottage5 Comments

Working with Vintage Kitchen Tools

Imagine my delight when I came across this mixer at Salvation Army last week. My mind flooded with happy memories of Grandma’s tiny apartment, those irresistible aromas coming from her impossibly small kitchen. … Read More Working with Vintage Kitchen Tools

January 2, 2021January 12, 2021 bluewillowcottage

Magical Memories

With all of the flurry of activity during the busy holidays, I would never be able to do one fraction of the things we do if I had not planned ahead.… Read More Magical Memories

December 2, 2020December 14, 2020 bluewillowcottage3 Comments

Be Willing to Struggle

“It isn’t enough to believe in something; you have to have the stamina to meet obstacles and overcome them, to be willing to struggle.” ~Golda Meir   What better way to start a Tuesday morning than a cast-iron skillet filled with a hot, sizzling spinach and mushroom omelet with cheese? It will give you energy… Read More Be Willing to Struggle

September 16, 2020September 17, 2020 bluewillowcottage

Of Toads and Herbs…

Each summer morning this time of year, I rush out in the morning with my mug of coffee to see what herbs and/or vegetables are ready for harvesting. I spend about an hour and a half out in my gardens after my husband leaves for work at 8:30 am. Sprinkled throughout my garden beds are small vignettes of various whimsy, and I chuckle to myself as I work. … Read More Of Toads and Herbs…

September 12, 2020September 17, 2020 bluewillowcottage

Carrying the Sky

Years ago, my re-purposed decorating style was more out of necessity,
but I still delight in revitalizing interiors with salvaged pieces
… Read More Carrying the Sky

September 10, 2020September 17, 2020 bluewillowcottageLeave a comment

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Welcome to our cottage and gardening blog. A mother of one, wife, daughter, aunt of ten, Dawn is a writer/photographer/speaker and Nurse with a passion for Cottage Décor, Gardening (especially organic veggies and herbs), Jesus, and afternoon tea. She is married to her college sweetheart, Mike, who makes all the joys of the life at Blue Willow possible.

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