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Passion for Pansies

May 3, 2016 By Shelley Leave a Comment

Passion for Pansies

Aren't pansies fun? Without their sunny little faces and hearty dispositions, us gardeners who live in colder climates would have to wait until mid to late-May to start digging in the dirt each year... Because our house went on the market and sold in two days (YIKES!!!) ... [ Read More ]

Forcing Spring Bulbs Indoors

March 27, 2015 By Shelley 4 Comments

Forcing Spring Bulbs Indoors

We woke up to snow again. Four days in a row. Yes, at the tail end of March the fluffy stuff is still falling. I decided rather than sit and whining... I would head to the garden center and grab some spring bulbs. If spring won't willingly come to my house... I will force ... [ Read More ]

Spring Changes Going On in This Old House

April 7, 2014 By Shelley Leave a Comment

Spring Changes Going On in This Old House

Spring changes coming to this old house! I picked up the paint for the master suite accent walls this weekend. I'm busting it open to start trimming tonight! I will share which of the three colors was the winning one when I'm done. Here is a hint...this Fab-ulous pouf is finding ... [ Read More ]

Spring Centerpiece Inspiration

March 8, 2014 By Shelley Leave a Comment

Spring Centerpiece Inspiration

    Today was supposed to be sunny and 40 degrees! Instead...again with the snow! In my fabulous little historic town we usually average about 30" of snow each winter. This year we are closing in on 90!! #OverWinter #JustUgh So I thought I would try to sled my ... [ 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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