“You must not ever stop being whimsical” ~Oliver
Every home tells a story ….what story does your home tell?
Does it smell delicious? Is there beauty brightening the rooms? Are the sounds sweet and joyful? Is it safe and warm, physically and emotionally? Most of all…is there love? That’s what really matters. You can have the most beautiful house filled with lovely treasures, but if love doesn’t live there…what good is it? My grandparents ( Italian immigrants) lived in a tiny two bedroom house, it was very simple, but it was filled to overflowing with love so rich and cookies so sweet (not to mention lots of pasta, meat-a-balls, coffee and conversation…. ’round a lace covered table).
I just love little houses, cabins, and cottages. I have them throughout my home. I love the stories they tell. I like to imagine happy little families inside…baking pies…sipping soup…singing songs…laughing….hugging …rocking babies…kissing their warm cheeks…
…humming lullabies … watching “It’s A Wonderful Life”…playing games in front of the fire….stringing pop-corn…saying grace.
Over the river and through the woods,
to Grandmother’s house we go,
the horse knows the way,
to carry the sleigh,
through the white and drifted snow,
over the river and through the woods
now grandmother’s cap I spy…
hooray for the fun,
is the turkey done?
Hooray for the Pumpkin Pie!!!
(love that pie!)
My home tells a story about…
My home tells a story about…
It pointed the way to something divine.
Something so wonderful!
So glorious!
Something the world
so desperately needed!
That “something” was
a someone.
Our rescuer!
The lover of our souls!
The stars in the bright sky,
looked down where He lay,
The Little Lord
Jesus
Asleep on the hay.
“Consider the wonderful truth of the prophets’ words,
then the light will dawn in your souls
and Christ the Morning Star will shine in your hearts.”
2 Peter 1:19It’s a story of incredible love
and
such Amazing Grace.
That’s God’s story…
and I’m sticking to it.
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Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Be Blessed.
Stay safe!
Thanks for stopping by for pie!
~Ruthann
Beautiful post Ruthann!
Have a wonderful and blessed Thanksgiving.
xoxo
Diane
Your home is so incredibly magical. I love visiting and wish I could in person. The Lord’s light is shining through you.
A delicious post! Your home looks as if it could appear in Better Homes and Gardens or whatever your preferred magazine. Just wow!
(This is the second time this morning that I’ve had to remove a post. I hate when that happens! ;> )
Hello Ruthann! Just lovely. I’m in the process of getting mu little houses out. They add such charm and warmth. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Blessing,
Nicole
What a beautiful blog! I found you through Vee’s and I’ll be back to visit again. Keep up the good work…your blog is a blessing!
What a wonderful site, enjoyed getting a glimse of your home
Just beautiful!! Wishing you a most joyous and peaceful Thanksgiving!!
Blessings,
Mindy
You are soo correct! I’ll stick with your story too.
#1 son thought we were looking at a doll house..nope..it’s really a real house!! it’s soo pretty Ruthann!
Beautifully done and beautifully said…that’s all there is to say! xoxo, cherry
Beautifully done and beautifully said…that’s all there is to say! xoxo, cherry
Beautifully done and beautifully said…that’s all there is to say! xoxo, cherry
Beautifully done and beautifully said…that’s all there is to say! xoxo, cherry
You have such a beautiful home!! I am loving the idea of the clove studded oranges and coveting the little house with the dining room lit up inside. I also adore the idea of stuffing Baby Jesus’ bed for every good deed. What a blissful place to visit!
Hi Ruthann,
Beautiful Winter Wonderland!!! Love to visit your blog to see the lovely pictures of your Home.
God Bless and Happy Thanksgiving!
Carol
All your decorations look great! Love the little village!
Just beautiful Ruthann! I am wishing you and your lovely family a blessed Thankgiving also! I agree with everyone here…you home is incredibly magical!
Hey Sis…
Miss stopping by your house and walking down…..”Main St”…and you telling the story of our sweet Baby Jesus through the displays in your home.You have always been my inspiration!
See you in a couple of weeks….
What a fun blog. I just added your site to my favorites. Your home is just beautiful.
I meant to sign my name…oops! Rachael J
Happy Thanksgiving
Beautiful, Ruthann! OK, I’m jealous if you are already done with your decorating. It all looks so pretty. I had decided not to get out my big village, but yours is so pretty on that tabletop, you’re making me question that decision. I’ll just have to see what I have time to do. Love all your comments on this one!
Rhoda
What a wonderful post. I love your village display.
Yes, the whole reason for this season is the giving of the BEST GIFT, Jesus Christ. I am so thankful for HIM.
Thank you for sharing.
Teresa
Oh my stars! (a good southern saying for you) I just happened upon your blog and it is amazing! Your home is beautiful and even more beautiful is the way you share your faith. So glad I found you. I will visit your blog often.
the large christ child/manger bed is
beautiful…Are they available anywhere online… Love&Joy …
You have the most beautiful home, my gosh if I had that much room, I would be in the poor farm trying so hard to fill it up. Love the photos~ show us more
hey Mama, very cool blog. Just wanted to say that i loved the peach pie you made for Thanksgiving. It was sure delicious. See ya soon
Ruthann~ Love the blog, very, very cute and inviting and I think I need some pie now! Great seeing you guys while you were in town. Hope the trip home was safe and you weren’t too pooped. Keep up the good work, sewing seeds for the Kingdom! May your Faith be Fresh in 2008 and your spirit be renewed in our Awesome Lord & King! Love in Him, Rosemeri
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…love your cute little houses (have also three of my own, took them back with me from CDN).
Always enjoy going to your webpage during my lunch hour.
But I don’t know what the last comment re migraines mean…
Take care
Bettina
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