All About Maida

While shopping at Adjectives Market, an antique mall here in Central Florida, I came across this lovely set of books. It is an almost complete collection of books about a little girl named Maida. The set is only lacking one in the series.

They were so sweet looking that I decided to buy them. I have already read the first two in the series. The first one is Maida's Little Shop and the Second is Maida's Little House.

These little books are copy righted in 1926. They are written by Inez Haynes Irwin.... I had never heard of these books before. Have any of you? I am thinking they must have been quite popular back then because the series is quite large.....

So for homeschoolers or lovers of vintage books this little series is just so cute! I am thoroughly enjoying the reading of these children's adventures. I suppose I am still a child in my heart.

I hope you are all staying warm. I am staying in, and I believe I may make myself some hot chocolate.

xoxo,
Amy Jo



Surface of Savanah

My daughter is beginning her new life in a few weeks....she will be married and moving away....to a whole new part of the country. We will be gaining a son and losing a daughter (in a sense) all in one day. She just decided to start her own blog and we can all follow her on this little road she is about to travel....she would love it if you will come and visit her.

Surface of Savanah

 

Let her know I sent you!

 

xoxo,

Amy Jo

Flea Market Cart for a Friend



I forgot to share with you all the flea market cart I made for my friend Heather. I did not get close ups and I am sorry for that. I used a chicken print and an antique mantle scarf to assemble it. It turned out very cute. I know she will get good use out of it. She is like me and always on the look out for the next find....

xoxo,
Amy Jo

Cheerfulness and content are great beautifiers, and are famous preservers of youthful looks!

---Barnaby Rudge



Trying to stress less and be content.....after all I want to be youthful looking! LOL

xoxo,
Amy Jo

Bridal Shower---Part 2

I had so many pictures of Savanah's special day...so they continue.

This will be one of our last events before she is married and moves away.

Gorgeous.

Every detail is attended to.

They have a beautiful little stream on the property.

 

Streamside.

 

 

 

Step towards love...

 

 

 

Beautiful! I would love to have one of these.

 

My dear friend Heather and her daughter Erin. She drove over 200 miles to come to Savanah's shower. She is a true friend and sister in Christ....I so love and appreciate her.

 

Gift Table.

 Savanah's Boss Michelle....

 

The food. It was delicious.



Dessert.

Gift opening...

 

Aunt Charlotte and Cousin Stephanie made this beautiful basket filled with homemade scrubs,  bath salts, and massage oils. Also teas and other feminine essentials.

 

Amber the new Sister in love.

 

Towels from Grandma.

Future sisters.

One of Savanah's good friends.

 

What a blessed time!  It was a wonderful celebration of special friends and family. Thank you to all who attended and made this day such a precious memory.

 

xoxo,

Amy Jo

The Bridal Shower----Part 1

Before leaving in the morning....The bride to be.

I have shown this tea room before it is so gorgeous!

They had every thing set and ready for us.

This is truly my dream look for my home.

This was also for the party...

 

On top of the piano.

 

This is the table I was at.

 

Under the spot light!

 

 

 



 

The Entry.

I would love this bird bath in a cottage garden.

 

 

Lighting.

Ideas for window treatments...

 

Need a hat.

 

Beautiful vintage dress.

 

I love these hats... I will be sharing more photos soon. The day was so fun and beautiful. Savanah definitely had a day to remember....all thanks to her Grandma Linda and Aunt Judy for putting it on...

 

xoxo,

Amy Jo

Laundry Cart

I have been so busy but I did manage to squeeze in getting my laundry cart liner finished. I used a vintage sheet and vintage trim that I had gotten for super cheep at an antique store. It turned out really cute. And it perfectly matches my laundry room. I do still plan on showing the whole thing soon. I have been very slow in this process.

The wedding planning has put a hold on a lot of my normal every day life.... I know weddings are great, but honestly I will be glad when it is over. This is the front of the wedding invitation. Kevin designed it and he did a really good job. Saturday is the Bridal Shower. It will be at the tea room. I will share pictures of the day.  I think it we will have a lovely time. Until then.....

Blessings and Love,
Amy Jo



Another Year!

Another year is dawning!
Dear Master, let it be,
In working or in waiting,
Another year with Thee,
Another year in leaning,
Upon Thy loving breast,
Of ever-deepening trustfulness,
Of quiet, happy rest.

Another year of mercies,
Of faithfulness and grace,
Another year of gladness,
In the shining of Thy face.
Another year of progress,
Another year of praise;
Another year of proving
Thy presence "all the days."


----Frances Ridley Havergal

"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to His abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead."      1 Peter 1:3


Love, Blessings and a Happy New Year!!

Amy Jo