The last abyss
“Commit your works to the Lord, and your plans will be established.”… Read More The last abyss
Author: bluewillowcottage
Wife and Mother, Gardener, Collector of Vintage, and Christ follower... I hope to inspire others to create a beautiful family life. May this blog encourage others to make warm, lasting memories, and may it challenge readers to build a home blessed with the wonderful essence of a joyous life.
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…
Bring Your Own Sunshine
To bring a smile to my face, I chose the special apricot colored flip-flops with burlap bag and tiny purse for my summer pool days. … Read More Bring Your Own Sunshine
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
Summertime Abundance on the First of August…
Summertime is for laying at the pool and going out to clip herbs and pick veggies for the dinnertable.
… Read More Summertime Abundance on the First of August…
Baby in the house (again)
Kind mothers of babes allow me to care for their little ones now and then to cure my blues for another child. It is healthy, really…… Read More Baby in the house (again)
Three Cheers for the Red, White and Blue
I love the Fourth of July. Our family celebrates it in much the same ways as any other family in the country: A picnic, a dip in the pool, a campfire with roasted (burnt)marshmallows, and finally, fireworks. But we also celebrate the MEANING of the day. … Read More Three Cheers for the Red, White and Blue
Your Potential is endless…
Jesus is with you every step you take. And he always will be. This is the way we have great meaning in our lives. Tell others how God has changed you and helped you. This will make your life more meaningful than it has ever been. 💙… Read More Your Potential is endless…
Light tomorrow with today!
Back in those days, we memorized a verse for each letter of the alphabet. We still remember those essential scriptures now!… Read More Light tomorrow with today!
Delight
I am His, and I will look for Him in the sunrise and the sunset, and everything that happens in between!… Read More Delight
