The Best Summer and Sunday Morning Coffee
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We are halfway through August, which means summer is winding down. Looking back on these past few months, I realize it has been the best summer ever.
We decided to spend as much time as possible in Ventura and never looked back. I cannot believe summer is almost over, and now that I see some of you have kids back in school already, I know fall is here. Also, thanks for joining me for Sunday Morning Coffee. This is a place to share, learn, explain, dream, and have fun.
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Season 4 Volume 32
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About Me
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We are traveling again this summer and are in Northern California and are excited to be with family.
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We came to celebrate a bridal shower for Ellie (my soon-to-be daughter-in-law) and to see our grandson and kids. We even enjoyed the first family dinner hosted at Michael and Ellie’s new home!
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We head home for a few weeks tomorrow and then are off to New York to visit Matt and Bordeaux on a bike trip!
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My Latest Project
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When my sister Susie said she wanted to host a bridal shower for Ellie, I wanted to help however I could.
Of course, I offered to make my bridal gown dress holder! You might remember I made this for a bridal shower earlier this year, and I loved them so much that I wanted to do it again.
You can find all the necessary details and supplies in this blog post.
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I have already ordered more dress holders to make ugly Christmas sweaters for our holiday party this year. How fun is that?
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My Biggest Challenge This Week
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You likely already know my biggest challenge is letting go of this summer!
Our summer started late this year, as the weather in Ventura was quite cool and foggy until mid-July!
I have always said September and October are the best months for the beach, and I am not kidding.
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We might have made another goal to spend as much time as possible at the beach house this fall!
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- Finalize travel plans to France.
- Decorate the house for fall.
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Have you ever tasted a Mudslide? You need to try this!
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My friends at Lolly Jane shared a College Student Care Package, and it’s adorable.
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I love this Fall Refresh in a Small Entry shared by The Inspired Room.
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The Finding Nemo Cross Stitch is not only clever but huge!
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Have you ever tried Gel Wax Candle Making?
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And what a week it was!
- Easy Fall Flower ArrangementsToday, I am sharing one of my favorite fall flower arrangements. Fresh flowers on a table make any meal special! I am a bit of a rebel with my color scheme for this arrangement. When I created this fall flower arrangement,…
- My Favorite Fall Pasta RecipePasta is one of my favorite things to both make and eat. Today, I am sharing some of my favorite fall pasta recipes. With the weather cooling off and the leaves beginning to change and fall, a pasta dinner is perfect…
- My Favorite Dinner PlatesAs a huge collector of dinner plates, I thought sharing some of my favorite porcelain, melamine, and ceramic plates might be fun. I love setting a dinner table, and I am the first to say that tables can be simple or…
- New York City and Sunday Morning CoffeeWe spent three fabulous days visiting our son Matt and his girlfriend in New York City. It was a fantastic experience, filled with unforgettable moments, delicious food, and Broadway magic. I haven’t visited New York often, but I never want to…
- My Favorite DIY Fall Pillow CoversNow that summer is behind us, here is another fun fall DIY: fall pillow covers. They are an easy way to shift the seasons. Making the fall pillow covers yourself is inexpensive, easy, and fun. I have a favorite fall item,…
- How to Decorate Your Home with Outdoor Fall DecorEvery year, I decorate my porch with outdoor fall decor. This might be my favorite, as I love fall pumpkins, these pillows, and these colors. This was my fall color palette from last year. I love the orange and pink combination;…
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Martha shared a great post about Chaos Gardening. It’s my favorite!
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My blog next week is about everything fall. I have my favorite copper pumpkin DIY, some gorgeous fall cookies, and a newly decorated fall kitchen. Plus, I am sharing a fall table, a fall party outside and tips for planning a trip this fall to Round Top.
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- Sisters at the Beach – S4/V31
- Ready for Fall Decor – S4/V30
- Traveling with Girlfriends – S4/V29
- Summer Dinner on the Beach – S4/V28
- Amazon Prime Early Deals – S4/V27
- Family Time – S4/V26
- Prepping My Craft Room – S4/V25
- Summer Decor Ideas – S4/V24
- A Trip to France – S4/V24
- A Surprise Birthday Celebration – S4/V23
- A Big Birthday Week – S4/V22
- Summer is Here – S4/V21
- Family Week – S4/V20
- Lessons From My Mom – S4/V19
- The Willamette Valley Wineries – S4/V18
- A Week in Ventura Beach – S4/V17
- A Birthday Celebration – S4/V16
- Enjoying Spring – S4/V15
- Family Gatherings – S4/V14
- Ventura Beach – S4/V13
- Embracing Spring – S4/V12
- Vintage Shopping – S4/V11
- My Texas Trip – S4/V10
- Why I Love Gardening – S4/V9
- A Beach House Tour One Year Later – S4/V8
- Why I Gave Up Desserts 8 Years Ago – S4/V7
- Valentine’s Day Dinner at Home – S4/V6
- Home Projects – S4/V5
- Why I Love Serena and Lily – S4/V4
- Why I Love January – S4/V3
- Valentine’s Day Plans – S4/V2
- The New Year – S4/V1
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This Week’s Top Sellers
We shared a lot of our favorite home items this week and here are the top sellers!
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Have a wonderful time in NY and France!
Thanks so very much! ☺️