Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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DIYs From A Flannel Shirt
I know I’m not alone when I say fall is my favorite. Fall is apple cider, flannel shirts, piles of leaves, football, evenings by the fire pit, mums for days, an excuse to make donuts and buy more throw blankets. It’s when you keep your favorite hoodie on the hook by the door. The only…
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DIY Cement Leaves
Here’s another DIY using leaves from your garden or yard. I love garden art and this is an inexpensive and easy way to create unique pieces for yourself or to give as a gift. It’s also a perfect way to hold onto those summer greens into the winter. So hurry and try this before all…
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How To Create Rustic DIYs From Wood
Do you love a rustic look? I do. There are so many things you can create with wood other than burning in the fire place or fire pit. DIY’s can include plant hangers, outdoor seating and vignettes using wood. We live in the woods so trees are always falling, limbs breaking and on occasion one…
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Wedding Welcome
My niece got married last weekend. It was a beautiful outdoor ceremony in a vineyard overlooking an amazing view. The sun was shining, and despite the July heat, a warm breeze floated over as guests watched the attendants get in place. The very personal ceremony was officiated by a cousin of the bride. Just before…
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Simple Summer Dinner Salads
I don’t know about you but when it’s in the 90’s I don’t want to turn on the stove to cook. Matter of fact, we do 80% of our cooking on the grill year round. When it’s this hot we lean towards salads. We have a few “dinner” salads that we rotate in the menu…
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Throw Pillow Hack
Hi, if you’ve followed me at all, you know I have an affinity for throw pillows. I love to change them with the season, the wind…you get it. I remember seeing a post on IG a few years back that was a throw pillow lovers dream. It was a huge closet all organized with throw…
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How To Make Tablecloth Holders
Summertime is a perfect time for picnics and gatherings with friends and family. I’m sharing an easy craft that would make a perfect hostess gift or a must have for windy outdoor dining. Because I love the beach and hunting for shells and shark teeth, it’s obvious that I would love these made from shells.…
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Topiary Time
Are you a topiary fan? I am. I’ve never had one, I am always looking in the stores and the ones that fit my budget don’t appeal to me. I love preserved boxwood but not faux boxwood. Moss ones? Yes. Table of ContentsTOPIARY SUPPLIESFORAGING FOR MOSSMAKING MY TOPIARY THE FINAL PROJECTTOPIARY COST TOPIARY SUPPLIES So I…
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For A Happier Golfer
Are you a golfer? Do you have a golfer in your life? I’ve created a list of must haves for golfers. I am a golfer – I absolutely love to golf. Years ago I thought it was a waste of time. It took people away for hours. Then in the early 90’s I got invited…
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Be Crabby On Father’s Day
Do you have any crab lovers in your life? Being from Maryland, eating steamed crabs summer and fall is a favorite pastime, albeit a messy one. But they are so yummy. Learn how we eat crabs in Maryland, or at least how we did in my family. For sure Nattie Boh was a staple at…
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THE BEST IDEAS FOR A MEMORIAL DAY GET TOGETHER
Do you have a get together for Memorial Day? I’m sharing the best ideas for celebrating Memorial Day. It’s that time of year when our thoughts turn to outdoor gatherings, family fun and lazy days poolside, or in my case it’s mostly “lakeside.” It’s a far cry from last summer and I’m sure I’m not…
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Travel Tips
Locally things have opened up again. Scary? A little, but it’s also exciting. It means we can travel again. What does being able to travel again mean for you? For me it’s the chance to fly to see family in Texas, and a comfort level to visit other family out of state. I can also…
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