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Search Results for: saying good bye

Saying Goodbye To My Best Friend

May 18, 2012 By Colleen Jorgenson 40 Comments

Christmas 2011 Hello, my dear readers. This is by far the hardest post I’ve ever written since I’ve been blogging and I’ve debated whether or not to even write it at all. After a lot of consideration, I know I’m making the right decision in sharing this with you. My husband, Marlon, died completely unexpectedly […]

Filed Under: My Hubs, My Stuff

How to Refinish a Fireplace

May 3, 2018 By Colleen 1 Comment

refinish-fireplace

Do you have a fireplace? Are you happy with the way it looks? Did you know you can refinish a fireplace pretty easily? It’s true! This is the 2nd time I refinished this fireplace. This is how it looked for the past 15 years. A light color wash. Before this it was stark white and […]

Filed Under: Faux Finishes, Glazing, Home Decor, How To & PIY

Losing a Pet – My Journey Through Depression and Anxiety

November 20, 2017 By Colleen 12 Comments

Losing-a-pet

Losing a pet is always hard but if you suffer with depression and/or anxiety, it’s particularly difficult.

Filed Under: Just Saying, My Stuff

Depression and Anxiety, My Story – Chapter 1

May 31, 2017 By Colleen 16 Comments

Depression Anxiety

I’ve tried to write this so many times . . . and just gave up. I didn’t know where to start. Still don’t so I’m just going to spit out words until something makes some sense. But there is no sense to depression and anxiety. If you’ve suffered with either, you know what I mean. […]

Filed Under: Just Saying, My Stuff

Celebrating Hubs’ Birthday

February 2, 2015 By Colleen 3 Comments

Marlon's Birthday

It’s been nearly 3 years since my hubs died, but my grandson & I still celebrate his birthday every year. This year was no exception.

Filed Under: Just Saying, My Hubs, My Stuff

A Memory Christmas Tree

December 28, 2014 By Colleen 10 Comments

Memory Christmas Tree

My tree this year was – filled to with ornaments that had photos of my husband who passed 2 years ago. It’s a wonderful way to honor and celebrate your memories.

Filed Under: Christmas, crafts, Dollar Store Crafts, holiday crafts, Holiday Decorating, Home Decor, My House, My Hubs, My Stuff

Designer Christmas Tree Decorating Tips

December 8, 2014 By Colleen 16 Comments

Designer Tree Tips

Having decorated hundreds of trees for stores and clients, I wanted to pass on a few designer tips for decorating your own tree.

Filed Under: Floral Design, Holiday Decorating, Home Decor, How To & PIY, More Stuff, My House, My Stuff

Free Christmas Wreath Watercolor Printable

December 4, 2014 By Colleen 9 Comments

Christmas-Wreath-Printable

Make your own holiday decoration or gifts with this free watercolor Christmas wreath printable I painted. Enjoy!

Filed Under: Christmas, crafts, holiday crafts, Paint Types, patterns, printables, Transfers, Watercolor

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