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Love is still there…

But in all the sadness, when we feel like our hearts are empty & lacking, we’ve got to remember that grief is NOT the absence of hope. .. . Grief is the proof that love is still there.” ~~Tessa Schaeffer Another sweet cousin was called to be with Jesus yesterday. One day we will join… Read More Love is still there…

November 22, 2017November 27, 2017 bluewillowcottage2 Comments

The Unlikely Nurse

Every 10 minutes, he came into our bedroom, put his hand on my forehead, and asked, “Mom, how are you feeling? Can I bring you something?” … Read More The Unlikely Nurse

February 5, 2017February 7, 2017 bluewillowcottageLeave a comment

November Traditions

It is difficult to remain tranquil when there is conflict with what one hears from the culture, and what one knows is truly best.… Read More November Traditions

November 19, 2016November 30, 2016 bluewillowcottageLeave a comment

Treasures —A repost from Popcorn and Chinese Noodles

Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you your heart’s desires… Read More Treasures —A repost from Popcorn and Chinese Noodles

March 18, 2016April 16, 2016 bluewillowcottage

Happy New Year’s Eve

This year is different. We lost my Grandmother 3 days before Christmas. We buried her yesterday.… Read More Happy New Year’s Eve

December 31, 2015January 26, 2016 bluewillowcottage1 Comment

Five Things to Do When the Kids Say “I’m Bored”

My mother always told us, “Only boring people are bored.” I find myself adopting this same attitude in my own home. My parents’ tactics must have worked, because I have not had one boring day in my entire adult life. … Read More Five Things to Do When the Kids Say “I’m Bored”

November 23, 2015December 15, 2015 bluewillowcottage1 Comment

Blast from the Past: A Weekend in the Country 2010

We want our son to remember waking up to the aroma of bacon and pancakes.… Read More Blast from the Past: A Weekend in the Country 2010

October 21, 2012November 17, 2015 bluewillowcottage1 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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