Ahh Ahh Ahh A~CHOO!

A well-intentioned week turns south...

My dear husband...he gave me something.

Yes he did...sweet guy!

For two days he was sneezing and coughing around here...

and decided to share the love.

Right after he gave me that card and the Lindor Truffles!

What a Valentine!

So Wednesday, after washing all my bedding...

I crawled into bed and thought,

"my throat feels...funny."

Sure enough...Thursday morning~bam!

or should I say...

ACHOO!

So my intentions to get the shop changed over

to spring yesterday

were replaced with lots of hot drinks,

books,

and kleenex!

This morning I felt a bit better and was able to

get some of my new things out in the shop!

Just the little bit lifted my spirits!

Some tulips, some lavendar, some birds, some bunnies...

Have you started to decorate for Spring???

The snow is finally melting around here!

In the 30's~ah!

No more ice on my sidewalk!!

I will be posting pics of my new items over the weekend,

or the beginning of next week!

HAVE A WONDERFUL WEEKEND!!!!

Bittersweet Farm

I started a facebook group for Bittersweet Farm (click on it)! Connect on facebook to participate in decorating discussions, view photos from some of my shoppers, and give feedback on your shopping experience!

Not Moving

Well, the house is officially off the market. We had ZERO lookers...which made it rather easy on me never having to rush around and spiffy things up...on the down side, I never had to rush around and spiffy things up. Know what I mean? There are things (like in the basement) that would definately get done if someone was going to be browsing through there...I need me some motivation...

I am finding I like my computer. Alot. I try NOT to turn it on right away for I seem to get sidetracked too long chatting with people. I am really excited to be able to connect with my brother who just got his first computer. He is a dairy farmer with 5 children, so he hasn't had time...until he decided to get a computer "for the kids" *wink*! No, really he did want it for the kids, but it has been a blessing for him! He can be in the "loop" now.

With the shop open only two days a week, I always think I will have alot of time on my hands, but it never works that way. The calendar fills up. This week includes a visitation and a funeral. My daughter's new husband's grandma just went to be with the Lord. Then there is appointments, snow moving (though I haven't done that yet...) Phone calls, friends in need...

With Ethan in his senior year, we are moving on college prep...finance, scholarship research, and having to get our tax info together asap. I am happy to report that we are almost ready!

This is a big year of  milestones for me...Kayla got married, I turned 45, Ethan is graduating, empty nest is on the horizon... and I got reading glasses...I think that means I crested "the hill". I hope the top is long and flat...*smiles*.

Thankfully Ethan is only going to be an hour away. I haven't told him yet, but visions of a weekly trip to take him out for coffee at Caribou is keeping me from the greiving I might otherwise be doing over the impending empty nest...(He wouldn't appreciate my wanting to do that until after he is moved out...so I am keeping it a secret for now. lol)

I have new things continually coming into the shop, so I hope you will come and check it out. Candles are restocked. Valentine's weekend I will be having my anual "Red Candle Sale"...keep your eyes open for my next mailing for upcoming events!

Pretty and Prim

FIRST PRETTY:

I am excited about the jewelry. It is very beautiful at a price that will make you *smile*! All the sets you see are under $20. (necklace + earrings) except the long one w/ turquois is $24. There are also a few bracelets, and many more coming in. I ordered from two different companies; I am still waiting for one order.

My photos adequately display the pieces. Of course in person they will be much clearer. They all look awesome on black. There are a few that are better w/ brown (the turquois).

New and Exciting!

Monday I went to the Mpls Gift Mart...orders have already come in. Today you will find me unpacking boxes. As soon as I get things out I will post pics!

New today are barn stars from The Country House Collection (in several colors and sizes), also a hanging scale, barn star pedistils, berry vines, candle rings, and a beautiful burgundy pail for filling with floral or berry picks! And remember, if you come in the shop to buy Country House merchandise, there is no shipping!

TOTALLY NEW: I found  jewelry at Market that I couldn't resist!!! You will love it! It is pewter, silver, copper, brass colored with inspirational quotes, hearts or crosses. Great prices and a WONDERFUL IDEA FOR VALENTINES DAY!! Plenty of time to stop in and pick out what you want and then send in your significant other! Your daughter or mother would love them too! Necklaces, earrings, bracelets...

Finally I am restocking my Cheerful Giver candle supply!! Look for my annual "red candle sale" for Valentine's Day!

Well, I must go unpack boxes and do some rearranging! I will be back soon with photos!

Wynter Warm Up

Hopefully your 2010 is starting out with joy and peace, you have all your returns taken care of, and your decorations are down. I FINALLY got mine down two days ago in the house! I like leaving them up after Christmas a little later than most people. I think it is because it seems like so much work to put up, I want to enjoy it in the shorter, darker days. If your house is feeling kind of bare...or if you need a gift for someone special, I have some fun snowmen, wonderful candles, and a few Christmas bargains too!

Check out this cute little snowman...$14.00

Behind him is wonderful Fireside Coffee, low fat/ low cal. Yummy! You will love it!

I have three Billy Jacobs Christmas prints that I decided not to put in storage yet, but offer them at 50% off! You won't find them this low again...If you haven't noticed his artwork, or invested in any yet, take a peek here: This one is $50.00 on sale for only $25.00!!

This one is $45.00 on sale for $22.50 (a tad smaller size than the one above)

This one is $50.00 on sale for $25.00

Here are some fun snowmen...Cheerful Giver Cranberry Boggs candle in an olde gravy tray...wonderful fragrant gift or new centerpiece on your coffee table. The candles burn very nicely and are very fragrant!

Everyone loves these little $3.50 signs to add to their desk, windowsill or gift...sentimental or humorous...we have a variety in the shop!

This candle smells awesome, and the star tray fits it perfectly with a little potpourri sprinkled around.

To the left is a room mist of the same wonderful fragrance.

Valentines Day is coming in a month, isn't this a wonderful print framed in barnwood...only $21.00!

Come for a visit if you get a chance...

Store Hours: Friday 10-5...Saturday 10-4

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(email me if you have a question...it comes into my mobile phone)

ONE MORE DAY OF CHRISTMAS...SALE

Saturday...January 2...40% off all remaining Christmas merchandise

...wish you had picked up that Billy Jacob print? Here is your chance? Or do you want new garland for your tree, but buying more than one isn't in your budget...it's a good time!! How about your ornaments for next year's gift exchange?

HOURS...10-4

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!