April 23rd is a great day for several reasons. First of all — it is our oldest son Micah’s birthday. Happy Birthday to him! The other big thing is that today is World Book Day. 100 countries celebrate this day created by UNESCO – The Continue reading →
More Things I Am Loving
Every once in awhile I like to share things on It’s Just Life that I am loving. While I am not being paid to endorse any of these items or receiving any compensation for them I like to share things that have made my life Continue reading →
The Park at Flat Rock
Chris and I love the little town of Flat Rock, North Carolina, and it is a quick drive there from our home. There are some places to eat and shop (not that we are doing that lately) and some lovely places to walk. Sunday morning Continue reading →
A Bit of Sunshine on Teapot Tuesday
A flowery teapot is just what this spring day calls for so debuting on the blog today is this adorable flower themed teapot. It was advertised as a sunflower teapot but I suspect that is not the correct flower that is gracing two sides of Continue reading →
Apple Dutch Baby, German Pancake or Hootenanny?
I have seen a lot of friends post that they make Dutch Babies and I have always been intrigued. I never had one and wasn’t really sure what they were but I found a recipe for Apple Dutch Baby in a discarded Better Homes and Continue reading →
Believe in Yourself
One of my favorite things to do when I am at the beach is to watch the sand pipers run back and forth in the waves and on the shore. They amaze me and amuse me. Their darting back and forth in the frothy sea Continue reading →
The Gift of Giving
People who volunteer tend to experience fewer aches and pains. Giving help to others protects overall health twice as much as aspirin protects against heart disease. People 55 and older who volunteer for two or more organizations have an impressive 44 percent lower likelihood of Continue reading →
A Gift Rediscovered
I have shared on It’s Just Life before many things that are associated with my parents. I have been feeling especially nostalgic these days and missing my mom since her death in December. Grief can be all consuming at times. I find myself thinking “Oh, Continue reading →
The Perfect Book for Hosting a Proper Tea
This lovely book, The Official Downton Abbey Afternoon Tea Cookbook, has been on my wish list for awhile. I recently found a used copy in really great condition and it found its way to my home. I spent a bit of time reading it and Continue reading →
Good Advice for Life
I found the following piece on Pinterest. I loved it. It pretty much says what I think is good advice. There was no author listed but it says what I believe to be true. I especially like the part that speaks to spending time with Continue reading →