NewlyWoodwards

an unconventional home

Ode to dad

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You’ve met my dad – papa bear. He’s pretty awesome. Your thoughts and prayers would be very much appreciated because he will be having open heart surgery today. I was going back and forth about whether or not to post this, but my dad is so important to me, I just felt compelled to. Without […]

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas

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You know I love my Christmas trees. Actually, I love all Christmas decorations. My philosophy is more is more when it comes to Christmas. (I know that some of you minimalists are feeling sick to your stomach right now. Get a paper bag and read on.) I just throw everything I have out there and […]

DIY holiday decor ideas

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Fa la la la la la…. Have you been decking the halls? I have. And, I have a feeling you have been, too. I’ve put together a few new DIY projects for Christmas decorations this year. This year, I brought my decorations from last year’s tree to put up at my aunt’s house. I somehow […]

Renovation progress report – week 18

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Hubby is officially out of commission for the month, traveling on business. And, as per usual, within 24 hours of him rolling out of town (to warm and sunny Texas, no less), we got our first snow and I had to shovel by myself. Okay, well, technically, I didn’t shovel. I just stomped through it […]

"Pizza in the oven" baby shower

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My brother-in-law and sister-in-law are expecting our very first niece or nephew (and their first child) in March. We are super excited to be the favorite aunt and uncle, and helped throw a family shower over the holidays so Ryan’s family from Tennessee could all be involved. Meet mom and dad: It was held at […]

“Pizza in the oven” baby shower

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My brother-in-law and sister-in-law are expecting our very first niece or nephew (and their first child) in March. We are super excited to be the favorite aunt and uncle, and helped throw a family shower over the holidays so Ryan’s family from Tennessee could all be involved. Meet mom and dad: It was held at […]