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{March is well under way}

February days are now gone and March has officially kicked in.   I finally purchased a new monthly focus board.  We ventured out for a day date which included a movie. I love our day dates. I will give my honest review about the movie for those interested. I wanted to see this movie as it was based on a true story. I did enjoy the movie but oh my, it was a tear jerker from the get go! It ended good but mercy! Let's just say that I am thankful that no one was sitting close enough to see my tear stained face. I am glad that I saw it but I am good for a while on sad movies, even if they do end good!   My oldest daughter, her husband and their son participated in the Spartan race which is a series of obstacle courses that challenge. They done so well. As you can see from the pictures it gets pretty muddy!  My three daughters participate each year in the Gate River Run. I love it that they do this together. They have so much support & encouragement from all the onlookers. I am just

{July 4th Tablescape}

 I decided to go ahead several weeks ago and do a little 4th of July tablescape so I could actually enjoy it. But...here July 4th is right around the corner and I feel like I have just put my dishes out!!! Half of 2016 is gone!!! Can you believe that?

Found this cute basket at Walmart and spray painted it red. Also found the cute flowers there as well. Simple but cute centerpiece . 

Don't you just love using little boxes for things? They are so versatile.

I always love the opportunity to use my red dishes when I can.  


Simple centerpiece on a burlap runner. 


I wanted to incorporate my grandmother's cups and saucers into the red, white and blue theme for July 4th.


Worked out great with my red chargers from Hobby Lobby and my white plates which was either a yard sale or thrift store purchase I can assure you. (LOL)
 


YEP really simple...




I forgot I had made this cute little wreath last year but I'm glad I found it. 



A little more patriotic going on.........You gotta have an apple somewhere in the midst of July 4th!


Found this cutie at AC MOORE. When I went to check out the cashier told me it was marked down to $5!!! WHAT? I paid for my purchase and went back to grab three more for my three daughters and needless to say there was NONE left!


But, if I don't keep an eye on this it will go missing....I have one daughter and I am not calling any names....but Melissa loves to think what is MINE is HERS! LOL! 

God bless America....Land that I love!



And....I had this sweet grandgirl ALL TO MYSELF for a little while recently! I did not have to share her with anyone!





And...I just had some Nana time with these two sweethearts.


It just doesn't get any better than your family! 


 So what kind of plans do you all have for July 4th? Whatever your plans may we remember to ENJOY and make lots of MEMORIES!

A friend said once......."Remember to make lots of memories because one day they will keep you company".

Joining Jemma today for Thoughts of Home.
 http://www.athomewithjemma.com/2016/06/thoughts-of-home-on-thursday-20.html

 Hugs and blessings, Cindy

 











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  1. Love the pretty Patriotic tablescape and all your decorations ! And that sweet little baby is so darn cute as are your other grand daughters!! Thanks so much for stopping by!! I am having major issues with my Debbie-Dabble blog so I will be posting over on my Christmas blog until and if I can get it resolved...
    Hugs,
    Deb

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    1. Thanks Debbie. Sometimes I have problems with my blog too. Mine may not show up for 24 hours or better at times. Thanks for stopping by.

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  2. Good Morning Pretty Lady!
    I adore your decorating style and your beautiful and detailed tribute to the good old U.S.A!!
    You really have your patriotism going on, love the wreath and your table setting has adorable details.
    Just look at your sweet little grandbaby! Looks like she did not loose any of that wonderful head of hair! She and so are all of your other grands precious blessings!
    Have a wonderful week and I agree where did the year go!
    Hugs and Blessings,
    Jemma

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    1. Thanks Jemma. No that sweet baby hasn't lost much of her hair. Thanks for your sweet comments.

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  3. Awwww I just wanna love on that grandbaby, Cindy!!! What great finds, the only thing I have done so far is the wreath and that is on Tuesdays post, if you like to see it.

    Thank you for the many smiles you bring...have a beautiful day, friend.

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    1. I did look at your wreath and loved it! You done well working with the mesh girl! Thanks for stopping by to see me today.

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  4. Cindy the girls are adorable. I can't believe how much the baby has grown. Your table may be simple to you but for me that would be a lot. But remember, I do good to drag out a paper plate much less all those cute things. LOL!
    Connie Royals

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    1. LOL Connie! But you do have a cute cake plate you can put out....with some cake!!! Ha!

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  5. Love the tablescape and how you mix and match everything! My kind of decorating. I also love to decorate patriotically over the summer. Grandbabies are all so cute! Lucky you getting some one on one time with the littlest! We usually go to our town's parade and barbecue on the 4th.

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    1. Thanks Heather. I really wanted to do more patriotic but time has a way of slipping from me these days!

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  6. Your tablescapes are ALWAYS beautiful. Love all things patriotic. Wouldn't it be so much fun to get together and craft? We'd be laughing and crafting and praying...and I'd be hogging that sweet baby girl if she was there. 😊 Happy Wednesday, sweet Friend.

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    1. Awe thanks Deb. Well good luck on holding the new baby girl if you had the chance! My other daughters are baby hogs along with the other grandchildren! LOL! She is sweet though. YES...we would have a great day together there is no doubt in my mind! Gotta a feeling we'd do more talking!!!

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  7. Hi Cindy, Oh I love that last quote!! So true isn't it? Such sweetness in your darling baby grand and the older girls. All so cute. Love your patriotic table. What a gorgeous setting to celebrate the 4th of July!! Wonderful wreath too. You sure found a deal on the AC Moore treasure. Love it.
    Blessings for a great rest of June and Happy Summer dear friend. xo

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    1. Thanks my friend. I love to go into AC Moore...never know what you might find that is marked down to very little money!

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  8. Hi sweet Cindy! Oh, my! Those little girlie grands are just too adorable! I still can't get over the tiny one's head of hair! :) Your tablescape looks wonderful. Your little box is so sweet, I think I need one of those. Your flowers the dishes just all of it. Oh, we have an AC Moore here too. I'm enjoying shopping there. Thanks for popping in to see me.
    be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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    1. Awe thanks Sheila. So glad to see you back in the swing of things lady.

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  9. What a good buy on that patriotic hanger, Cindy. Your tablescape is beautiful, festive and again, patriotic. My goodness! Your baby grand has grown and what a cute smile! So lucky of you to be with grandkids a lot. Reminds you of me, ha!ha!...Christine

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  10. Ha Ha Christine! We are blessed to be able to be with our grands for sure! YEP, I was quite proud of my Patriotic hanging sign! Thanks for stopping by today! LOVED your tea party with the grands!

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  11. I LOVE everything!! That sign for $5.00? That is a steal...you hit the jackpot Cindy! We will be doing a BBQ and then heading over to the local park (it is walking distance from our house)to relax and watch the fireworks display. The pups will be home in their crates where they feel safe from the loud noises!! Your baby grandgirl gets cuter by the day :)

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    1. Thanks Karen. Sounds like you have a fun 4th of July planned.

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  12. Your table is so pretty and perfect for the 4th of July! I won't be decking out much this year as my tableware is packed up. Hope to do a bit of BBQing though. Maybe we'll have corn on the cob and tomatoes, too. You little granddaughter is growing so fast! Enjoy your holiday and stay cool, Cindy!!

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    1. Thanks my friend. Staying cool is a priority! I dislike being hot! LOL!

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  13. We usually go to our daughter's lake house for the 4th so I don't do a lot of decorating here. yours sure looks cute, tho...

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  14. Beautiful ideas for the fourth, Cindy! Love those charger plates. I get a kick out of your daughter walking off with your things. I'm interested in the burlap runner. What are the dimensions?

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    1. Thanks so much. The burlap runner was given to me by my niece but she bought it at Walmart. Look on the wedding aisle. When she bought them she got some with lace and some without and gave me some of each. I love using them.

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  15. I love your 4th of July tablescape. It is festive and very cheery. I also like how you layered everything. And your granddaughters are gorgeous. What little angels.

    I am going to Maryland for the 4th of July weekend. Bringing my little puppy too.

    Hugs,

    Janet

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    1. Thanks Janet. I know you will have fun in Maryland.

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  16. Love your tablescape, so pretty and patriotic. Your little gdaughter is growing!! She has a precious smile. I bet her older cousins have her just a little spoiled!!

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    1. Her older cousins adore her Miss Mary. Yes she does indeed have the sweetest smile. Have a good day!

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  17. Hi Cindy, I really enjoyed my visit here. I enjoyed your decorations. I made a patriotic wreath and enjoy my decor as you do. Cute grand babies! I will have 3 of mine tomorrow. We moved to a smaller home and I do miss my formal dining room at times. Happy Summer!

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    1. Thanks Susan. Nothing like those precious grandbabies. Enjoy your time with yours Susan. Thanks so much for stopping by. Made my day!

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  18. Thank you for sharing this vibrant and feel good post with us today at TOHOT!
    You made our day!
    Hugs,
    Jemma

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  19. Your table looks great! The Diet Coke bottle says it all :)

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  20. Cindy, everything about this post is wonderful! Your 4th of July decorations are so festive and yet not too complicated for people like me. :)

    Your grandbaby is adorable!! Well they both are. :)

    Happy Thoughts of Home. We are so glad you join us and I see that you leave lots of comments for others. That's really sweet.

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    1. Awe Stacey, I enjoy Thoughts of Home. I love seeing what everyone else is up too and I try to visit often.

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  21. Cindy, what red, white, and blue loveliness you have set! The grands are beautiful and I know you enjoy every minute! Blessings, Pam @ Everyday Living

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  22. Love your red white and blue flower basket!!
    Jenna

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  23. Good afternoon, sweet Cindy! My, what a pretty tablescape! So festive and pretty for the 4th of July.

    Yes, it's hard to believe 2016 is almost half over. Just yesterday I told my husband that Christmas is already only 7 months away.

    Enjoy the upcoming weekend, dear one. Hugs!

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    1. I know Stephanie, it's crazy how fast this year has flown by. A lot of stores already have Fall decor out. Too hot for me to even think about Fall. Thanks for stopping by.

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  24. What fun, patriotic decor, Cindy! You also got some great buys. I'm thinking that I'd be like your one daughter and snatch that cute shutter, too.
    The baby and your older granddaughters are just darling. What a perfect ending quote you've shared with us.

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    1. Thanks Kitty. Yes I will curious to see if my shutter is still among my patriotic stash come another year. LOL!

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  25. Love your red and white plates, mixed with your vintage pieces! Too cute!

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    1. Thanks so much Jenn. I am so just so glad I could use my grandmother's cups and saucers.

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  26. Your tablescape is gorgeous, Cindy!

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  27. Hi Cindy,
    Love your very festive tablescape for the 4th of July! I would say you are more than ready to celebrate! Your granddaughters are precious! Happy 4th!
    Linda
    mysewwhatblog

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  28. What a cute table. I love the chargers. Thank you so very much for sharing this wonderful post at Thoughts of Home on Thursday.

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  29. Thanks so much for stopping by!!
    My former blog, Debbie-Dabble was hacked through my Face Book Debbie-Dabble Page. I created a new blog, Debbie-Dabble Blog and I invite you to please follow me on my new blog.

    www.debbie-dabbleblog.blogspot.com

    Hugs,
    Deb

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    1. I saw where you had been hacked Debbie. Going to your new blog!

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  30. Wow, you have been busy! Love your patriotic decor. I haven't done one thing this year! We were on vacation a week then at our son's family for a week and I have just gotten home. I agree there is nothing greater than being with your grands.
    Yours are growing. The baby has really grown. She'll have hair down to her waist by age 2.
    I'm going to look for those chargers. I like the shape. Hope they still have them. Did you get them this year? I already have some red ones so maybe it will be a good thing if they don't have them. I'm out of storage space. LOL!

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    1. Thanks Bonnie. That youngest grandgirl has not lost one ounce of her hair either! I actually bought the chargers last year on sale. So glad I remembered I had them! LOL! I loved the shape too and I already have red ones too but couldn't resist.

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  31. Happy 4th to my absolute favourite American bloggy friend! I always love reading your posts which overflow with love, family and kindness xx

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  32. Your July Fourth tablescape is perfect! I love everythig you've put together. The most special are the cups that belonged to your grandmother - what a special treat to have them. Your little grand is absolutely precious! I love the shutter piece. You've given me an idea for my vintage trailer. I have a shutter that needs some work and I didn't know what to do with it but a friend gave it to me to make a sign for my trailer. Ah ha! Now I have ideas!
    ~Adrienne~

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    1. Thanks so much lady. I sure have been missing you! Glad the shutter gave you an idea. Can't wait to see what you do with it. Hugs to ya!

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Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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