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Why We Opted to NOT Stain Our Fir Floors
Why We Opted to NOT Stain Our Fir Floors

some practical thoughts on floor stain

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Happy Friday 4/28/23
Happy Friday 4/28/23

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Books I've Enjoyed Lately
Books I've Enjoyed Lately

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Happy Friday 4/21/23
Happy Friday 4/21/23

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Happy Friday 4/14/23

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Our 5 Favorite Herbs to Grow at Home
Our 5 Favorite Herbs to Grow at Home

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Happy Friday 4/7/23
Happy Friday 4/7/23

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Stock Lockers for the Mudroom
Stock Lockers for the Mudroom

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Happy Friday 3/31/23

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How to Replace a Light Fixture's Glass Shade
How to Replace a Light Fixture's Glass Shade

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Since yesterday’s Farmhouse holiday post sparked so much nostalgia, I thought I’d share a few more of my favorite Christmas moments from that chapter… this time from the kitchen.

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