Happy Friday, and Hello, February!
It’s been a week mixed with highs and lows!
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We received the sad news that Rich’s Aunt passed away. She was such a sweet lady with a smile that would light up the room! Unfortunately, she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer about three months ago, but now she is singing in Heaven without pain or disease!
However, we also got some great news this week! Our youngest son was accepted into a grad school that he is thrilled about. He’s waiting to hear back from the other schools he applied to and when a final decision is made, we’ll let you know where it’s at!
What we’ve been up to this week
The weather here has been beautiful during the week, with lots of sunshine and temperatures reaching the 80s.
But on the weekends, it’s been cloudy and cool.
Every time we have planned a day at the parks since December, it’s been cold and dreary!
Unfortunately, that trend continued when we went to the EPCOT Festival of the Arts!
We had a great day despite the weather. At least it didn’t rain!
We tasted some yummy food!
And saw lots of fabulous artwork!
Then it was back to work!
We had a little incident here, at the beginning of the new year, we haven’t told you about.
One of the boys, who I will not name, backed out of the garage before the door went up!
It’s a miracle the car was barely scratched, but we had to replace the entire garage door!
The new door was white, so Rich had to paint it. Here he is, he is touching up a few spots!
What we’ve been up to on the blog
Valentine’s Day will be here soon and that’s what we’ve been focused on!
We’ll be back to the Winter Home Organization Challenge next week!
If you missed our posts, I hope you will take a few minutes to catch up!
First up are these adorable hearts!
You have to check out the post to see how easy they are to make!
I styled them three different ways and I’m curious to know which way you like them best!
You can see these cute and easy Valentine’s hearts here!
Next, I made a topiary out of a styrofoam heart I bought at Dollar Tree!
If you want an inexpensive way to decorate for the holiday, see the heart topiary DIY here!
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And now it’s time for the Fabulous Friday Link Party!
Be sure to keep reading to see how we’re celebrating our first anniversary!
If you’re a blogger, you have a chance to win a $100 gift card to Amazon!
Fabulous Friday Link Party
Welcome to the Fabulous Friday Link Party 2.0
The Fabulous Friday Link Party
is celebrating its first birthday this month!
Since we are all about a Good Party
We are hoping you will celebrate with us too!
Link up your best, new blog posts every Friday in February and you will be entered into a drawing to win an Amazon Gift Card *
The Fabulous Friday Link Party is the place where we celebrate everything about the home.
Here you will find inspiration from dozens of bloggers including recipes, home DIY, gardening, decor, and so much more.
As a courtesy to the hosts, we ask that you follow every host on at least one social media platform. If you find something that makes you smile, please pin it and add a comment telling them that you love their work.
WE WOULD LOVE TO SEE WHAT YOU’RE UP TO ON YOUR BLOGS, SO PLEASE JOIN IN AND SHARE YOUR INSPIRATIONS IN THE LINK BELOW
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The Party runs from Friday @ 8:00 am (EST) through Monday @ 12 Noon
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- Rich & Donna – AN ORGANIZED SEASON | FB | IG | PINTEREST
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Top Viewed
Lynne from Thrifting Wonderland created a beautiful Valentine’s Tablescape with Roses. I especially love her rose napkins.
Very Popular
Shelley from Calypso in the Country never disappoints with her beautiful posts. This one about January Home Decor is no exception.
Kristine from Red Shutter Cottage also shared how she decorates her home during the winter months. It must be what everyone is wanting to know about, so be sure to check out her post!
Susan from Home with Grace & Joy shares her beautifully written post about grieving with grace & joy.
Editor’s Choice
K’Mich from Weddings Soiree wrote about the unexpected design choice of wallpapering ceilings.
Let’s Get This Party Started
We are so excited to see your Elegant Home Decor, Crafts & DIY Projects, Vintage & Antiques, Gardens & Outdoor Spaces as well as Seasonal Decor
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- Please follow all of our hosts on social media and say hello!
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Blessings, Donna and Rich
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Hello!
Can’t believe it’s Friday again! thanks for hosting once again. Sorry about your aunt….my thoughts to your family.And what an ‘oops’ about the garage door 🙂
Happy weekend!
You are welcome, Rachel! It’s been a crazy week! Thank you for your kind words!
I’m so sorry for your loss. Thanks for hosting and for featuring my January ideas!
Shelley
Thanks, Shelley! We appreciate you joining the party!
Looks like you guys had a great time at Disney! And I love those hearts that you made Donna, so pretty! Have a great weekend! I hope you stay warm! It’s supposed to be in the negatives in NY!
Hey Nicolle! Disney is our happy place! We enjoy going to all the different festivals at EPCOT! I know I shouldn’t complain about it being 40 degrees when temps are in negative numbers in other places! We are spoiled in Florida! Have a great week and keep warm!
I’m sorry for your loss. Hugs to you and everyone who is grieving.
Thank you so much, we appreciate your sweet words!
Sending tons of love and hugs and adding my prayers to the others for the loss of Rich’s aunt, Donna. I’ll definitely be adding my prayers to the others. Congratulations to your son for getting accepted to graduate school. That is really exciting to hear! Going to graduate school and investing in my education is one of the best things I’ve ever done for myself. I hope he has a similar experience and gets to go to the school he loves most. Thanks so much for hosting each week! Hugs, CoCo
CoCo, Thank you for your kind words and prayers! I appreciate it so much! And thank you for joining us each Friday! I hope you have a great week! Hugs to you, Donna
Donna, So sorry about the loss of your husband Aunt, but I am happy you had a great time at the arts festival. I am looking forward to some warmer weather. Soon I hope. Thanks for hosting. Have a great weekend.-Meagan
Thank you so much, Meagan! And thanks for always partying with us on Friday!! Have a great week!