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6 Ways to Beat the Winter Blues

February 2, 2016 By Shelley Leave a Comment

6 Ways to Beat the Winter Blues

Ideas to Shoo the Winter Blues February is the one month each year where I contemplate if and how I could possibly become a snowbird? I know I don't meet the age criteria of the Michiganders and Ohioans that fly south for the winter, but I am not opposed to hanging with older ... [ Read More ]

Nutritious & Delicious Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

January 27, 2016 By Shelley Leave a Comment

Nutritious & Delicious Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

Full disclosure before I dive in to this post... I started taking a photography class. You would think that might mean my photos are improving right? Ugh. Not so much. Because I'm attempting to use all of the fancy dials and settings on the camera...which in the long run will ... [ Read More ]

Too Many Choices: Entry Way Lighting Challenge

January 19, 2016 By Shelley 4 Comments

Too Many Choices: Entry Way Lighting Challenge

Finding the Perfect Light for a New House Entry If you've visited before, you know I'm hip deep in new house plans. One big challenge? Staying on budget! Seriously y'all...the struggle is real especially with flooring and lighting. So I took some photos of the entry of the ... [ Read More ]

Blogger’s Top Tips for Storing Christmas Tree Ornaments

January 13, 2016 By Shelley Leave a Comment

Blogger’s Top Tips for Storing Christmas Tree Ornaments

Maybe you already have your Christmas decorations down and neatly stored? A nasty bout of bronchitis kept this Christmas elf from getting my after Christmas clean up...well...cleaned up! But I had a few emails from folks about a couple of my Christmas projects. Especially ... [ Read More ]

“90 Days to Market” Home Organizing Series Kicks Off!

January 5, 2016 By Shelley 7 Comments

“90 Days to Market” Home Organizing Series Kicks Off!

Organizing for a New Start If you have stopped in forĀ  visit before, you've no doubt heard me talk whine about moving next spring... I'm tryin' hard to get excited about it y'all. We're heading to Michigan which has definite advantages. My family loves the Mitten State, ... [ Read More ]

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Hi there, I’m Shelley!

The Meaning Behind Roots North and South This blog reflects my love of the "North" and all things "Great Lakes" that comes from my dear little Mother's side of the family. It also pays tribute to all ... [ Read More ]

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