Monday, December 31, 2012

Happy New Year!


 Hello my friends in blogland!
I have not been able to blog much this year but hope to
be able to in the coming year.

Just wanted to wish you a Happy New Year and I hope
it is filled with blessings!

Sunday, May 27, 2012

A Patriotic Blue Monday

Wishing everyone a Happy Memorial Day! Let us remember those that paid the ultimate price for our freedom.  Let us pray for our country and thank God for the freedom we are so blessed to have.


No blue is more special than the red, white and blue.



Beautiful patriotic blues for the door . . .





for the table . . .






and for the home




Linking to Blue Monday  Check out the lovely blue posts.



Monday, April 30, 2012

Hello, I'm Mrs. Vintagesouthern and I'm an addict

I am addicted to Pinterest. I just keep finding things I want to do like this beautiful bench


made from a vintage dresser. Betterafterblogspot did such an awesome job.

or

a dishwasher face lift



like Saving4six did. She has a wonderful step by step tutorial. I'm going to need 
help on this one from Mr. Vintage and since we've just finished doing bead
board on the cabinets at the condo I think it might be wise to wait a little while
to bring it up.


I did try this one already



I chose the dry version rather than having to store the liquid. It is so
economical, pennies a load, does not have all of those horrid chemicals and it lasts
F-o-r-e-v-e-r!

Pinterest also adds to your life expectancy!  That's right. I will have to live
to be 110 to get all of the projects done I have found.

So are you addicted too? What have you tried lately, I would love to hear

Thanks for dropping by and y'all come back.






Wednesday, April 25, 2012

A peek into Israel

Ever been on a tour boat on the Sea of Galilee?   Mr. Vintagesouthern was fortunate enough to visit Israel and agreed to share some of his photos.




. . . fishing on the Sea of Galilee





a view of Tiberius from the Sea of Galilee


Thanks for dropping by and y'all come back.

Linking to Outdoor Wednesday


Sunday, April 22, 2012

Blue Monday -Haint Blue

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Growing up and living in the south I have been exposed to many local traditions and superstitions.

I wouldn't trade it for the world. I think it just adds to the southern charm. 

One of my favorite superstitions centers around the color "haint blue."

According to tradition the color haint blue has magical powers and if painted on the exterior of the

house it will keep ghosts and evil spirits from entering. To this day the color appears on ceilings, shutters,

porches and doors from Charleston, S.C. to Louisiana.

Thanks for dropping by for a visit and y'all come back!

Please join me at Blue Monday for more beautiful blues.



Saturday, April 21, 2012

Spiritual Sunday


I am so excited that spring is here. It is always  a reminder for me that the earth is renewed and that life goes on. I have spent some difficult times in the valley with an aging mom and various illnesses with family members. Although it has not been easy, I have been comforted by his promise

"I am with you always even unto the end of the world." Matthew 28:20

As I look back over the last few months I can see his hand in so many events.It is often so hard to let go and let God but when we do, he is always faithful to take care of us.
Thanks so much for your prayers and emails. I have not had much time for blogging or comments but I have come here often for strength and support.Your posts have been uplifting and always just what I needed to read at that time. 
Isn't God good?

Linking to Spiritual Sundays


Sunday, January 01, 2012

Happy New Year!

(picture credit -vintagerosegarden.tumbler.com)


I'm not one for making a lot of New Year's resolutions . . . mainly because I find I don't keep them.
However, I have decided to make one.

In 2012, when life starts to get hectic and the stress level starts to build I plan to give my 
problems and stresses to He that is in me and can carry my burdens for me.

I'm trusting 2012 is going to be a great year and wishing a Happy New Year to
all of my blogging friends!

Do you have any New Year resolutions?

Come join me at Blue Monday