Situated on a little knoll on the edge of a rapidly growing city in SE Minnesota is our 1970’s cottage. The house is all kinds of quirky, and nothing I ever imagined I would live in, but it has a fabulous 2.5-acre lot, lovely neighbors, and a pool that provides hours of relaxation and fun. Our journey of over 20 years living in this home we named The Cottage has included many improvements and remodels and the weddings of our two daughters.

While my focus here is decorating and homemaking, I also hope to encourage you to try new things – to not be afraid of beginning something new. To re-arrange that room that has never changed – or use a room for something totally different than it was intended. Plant a flower garden or cook up a new recipe. My goal is for you to feel inspired, brave, and empowered to create, take pictures, write, paint furniture and continue to stretch as a person. We are all created to be creative in some way.

This blog is where I share all of those passions—antiques, gardening, food, gatherings, and creative projects. My hope is that when you stop by, you feel inspired, encouraged, and maybe even a little more excited to try something new yourself.Thank you for stopping by and reading, and joining in this adventure. I hope you drop in often to see what’s new and say hello!