It’s showtime! Today is the Washington Elementary Home Tour in Fayetteville and our home is part of the lineup. All week, we’ve readied the house (mostly working in the yard because that’s what we love to do), but also we’ve cleaned and polished and straightened up things so folks can walk through without tripping over dog toys. As all this prep happens, I realize my style of decor includes not only a mix of old and new but a touch of farm flair. It’s a thing.

Here’s another thing. Being on home tour is greatness because it forces you to get your house ship shape. And if you were thinking about selling, you could probably find a buyer during the event. Your house will never look better…

Not that we’re selling.

I once heard someone say if you selected all your absolute favorite things and placed them on your lawn, your style would be obvious to you. If I were to do this, my things would look like they came straight from the home place. Continue Reading