When we sat down to think about the things in our home that make it so special to us --- it's the sentimental things that mean so much.
My husband Jim and I both have a strong connection to items that bring back memories. This photo from my parents on their honeymoon is one of my priceless possessions --- and my husband Jim has the United States military burial flag for his father that he cherishes. Theresa loves her stuffed "Puppy".
We love watching movies together. Theresa loves to draw and play with our doggie Grace. Grace has boundless energy and is all about giving love! When we adopted her last June - she was 11 pounds --- now she's close to 50 pounds! After chewing through EVERY chew toy she's ever had - finding a comfy place to sleep is next on the list! Can you believe that MyPillow now has DOG BEDS?!?! Yes!!! Small, Medium & Large sizes! We got a Large one for Grace! So...Jim and I tried to take pictures of her on it. Not so easy!
She didn't like it in front of the door...
She sort-of liked it in the corner of the family room...
...finally she LOVED it ON TOP of the love seat!!! Really Grace?!?! Silly puppy!
I've been collecting pieces from Jim Shore for years! I adore him! My favorite pieces are his Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer Collection - and his Angels! I love his beautiful Mother's Day Angel called "You're My Angel"! Angels have always been very special to me - for those of you who already know that I always wear an angel wing next to my wedding ring set! Angels are always with us - we're never alone! :)
We are a household filled with faith! Last year when I saw the Home Reflections Rosebud Cross Flameless Candle with Timer - I knew I had found the perfect gift for our daughter! Not only does she love to pray - she's named after St. Theresa (St. Therese) - The Little Flower - who's known for beautiful roses --- and my Patron Saint. With Mother's Day, Confirmations and Easter coming up - what a wonderful item to add to your home or to give as a gift. We move ours between the entry way table and the mantle in the family room. The flicker from the flameless candle at night is beautiful - but you can really see the detail of the carved roses during the day.
Another favorite of mine - Butterflies! I've always loved the story that when you see butterflies - it means that angels are among you! Theresa and I had a great time a couple summers ago hatching Butterflies in an enclosed mesh tent! Then we got to release them a few days after they hatched! She wants us to do it again this year! You can do it too with the Butterfly Garden by Insect Lore - and for some indoor butterflies I'm liking this rug I found from Royal Palace!
Now to my outdoor fun --- my garden!!! My love for gardening came from my mother Connie. We would spend hours outdoors together. I loved planting flowers and growing radishes when I was little. Now in my own garden I have items from Cottage Farms and Roberta's Gardens - to Plow & Hearth and Bethlehem Lights --- we make our outdoor area an extension of our indoor living area! I can't wait to add in Valerie Parr Hill's Mercury Glass Spheres with Garden Stakes for some outdoor magic! I'm getting a set of blue and a set of silver to mix in the garden! AND I get to finally put out my new Plow & Hearth St. Francis Bird Feeder --- I just haven't picked the perfect spot YET! We're also planning to add some outdoor entertainment lights around our deck with Bethlehem Lights NEW Frosted Globe lights --- I love their Patriotic color choice!
Can you believe these lilies in my yard from Cottage Farms?!?! They get bigger every year!!! This year I'm adding the Cottage Farms Jacque's Pick Colossal Daylily Collection around them! 
You should see my hydrangeas and calla lilies too - gorgeous! I promise to take plenty of pictures of them this year when they bloom!
This spring and summer we're really focused on organizing!!! We need places to store toys, dogs supplies, crafting items and odds and ends! SOLUTION!!! Valerie Parr Hill's Indoor/Outdoor Fold-Up Ottomans! In Solid Colors and NEW Scroll Patterns. I love that we can use them indoors and outdoors! Valerie is an amazing woman!!! Such a sweetheart!
Theresa wanted me to share with you the new sign she made for her room! :)
If sleeping was a competitive sport - I'd be the World Champion! I love to sleep! Since I work different hours every week - I need to make sure I get quality sleep! We love PedicSolutions - and we miss our beds when were away! If you need a comfort and support makeover for your bed - give the PedicSolutions Gel Memory Foam Topper a try!
What are your favorite decorating and personal items that make your house so special inside and out??? What are your favorite QVC Home products that you love??? I'd love to hear your favorites!!!
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Best wishes and blessings,
Jacque :)