It has been just beautiful here over the past couple of days with sunshine and warmer temps in the low to mid 70's, boy do I miss the warm weather!
We had a scare over the last few days with my Mom. They found a lump in her breast and she had to have it biopsied to test for cancer. It was nerve wracking waiting for the results, especially since she just beat cancer only 2 years ago. But thank the good Lord above, it turned out to be benign!
Things like this makes me ever so grateful for the beautiful and healthy family that I have!!
I made some yummy and healthy parfaits for the boys a few days ago and thought I'd share it with you. So simple, with ingredients from Trader Joe's of course. I just added 2 flavors of low-fat/non-fat yogurt, low-fat triple berry Trader Joe's granola, & some fresh strawberries and blueberries, that's it~ super simple and delicious!!
I also made a new pillow yesterday using some old scraps of grain sacks that I had lying around. I just cinched the front of the pillow with the sewing machine and hand-stitched my husband's and my initials on the front. I like how it turned out because it's different and it adds some texture and interest to my sofa.
Hope you all have a great weekend!!
Sincerely,
Melinda
Hi Melinda~~ FIrst of all, so happy to hear about your Mom...what good news! I LOVE LOVE LOVE that pillow you made with the "C and M". My name is Cheryl Marie so I think it is so great. Love how you sewed it up too!
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend and enjoy these pretty days! Although, I did like the cold too. When we got to the RB on Sunday it was 34:))
xo~ Cheryl
Adore your pictures.. Love the pillows. So happy for your mom! God is Good!!! Have a great weekend..
ReplyDeleteThank God for good news!! Love all your pretty linens. :)
ReplyDeleteMelinda, blessed you are.
ReplyDeleteGood news, and lots of happy days ahead.
Love the linens so divine. When I visit it makes me want to run out and copy the inspiration you post.
xx
Dore
Hi Melinda
ReplyDeleteFirst I want to say that I'm happy that your Mom is okay...and all those healthy parfaits look delicious and love the pillows. I hope you have a restful and blessed weekend!
Hugs, Rita
I am so glad your mom is okee Melinda !!...love your pillows...happy weekend....xxx...
ReplyDeleteI am glad your mom is ok. Love your pillows.
ReplyDeleteRelieved to hear that your Mom's biopsy was benign! I'm a BC survivor. That's why I do a pretty pink reminder to check the girls on my blog each month. I LOVE the technique of your new pillow design! Very fresh and chic! Your photography is lovely, Melinda!
ReplyDeleteHere's to more healthy times!
~Lynne
w/L.
I'm so happy your mom is good, darling Melinda!
ReplyDeleteThank you a lot for your kindness, I've almost finished my job... =)
Hugs
Silvia
Happy your Mom is fine! Love the pillow you made with the initials and I always love a yogurt parfait.
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Carolyn
Melinda I am so glad to hear your Mom is okay! How scary I will keep her in my prayers! What a beautiful pillow!!!
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a delicious and healthy treat!
xx
Anne
you are so talented Melinda. I am sorry that you and your family had to go through that. But I am happy about the outcome.
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Dear Melinda
ReplyDeleteSo happy to hear that you mom is alright what a wonderful blessing. Your vignettes are simply gorgeous and the pillow is lovely. My mom truly loves the one you made for her. Have a wonderful week
xoxo
Kate
Parfaits are one of our favorite addtions to our Sunday Breakfast and we put them in my grandmothers old sundae dishes too! I love the pillow, it's gorgeous... and am so happy that your mom's tests came back negative. It's a good day to celebrate! Have a fabulous Sunday! love, t.xooxox
ReplyDeleteThose parfaits look so delish Melinda!
ReplyDeleteHi Melinda, Thanks for visiting and leaving such a nice comment about my 'Winter Mantel'. Glad to hear the good news about your Mom. Your yogurt parfaits look delicious and your pillow is just the sweetest. I love using different textures around the house and grain sacks are a favorite of mine.
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Suzanne
Dear Melinda.....so glad that you got good news. Love the pillow so much!! xoxo, Janet
ReplyDeleteI just love the pillow you have made. Perfect for the texture you mentioned. The parfait looks so good, we've been making them here, too. Unfortunately we don't have a TJ. :(
ReplyDelete~Shanon
PS....fun following you on Instagram :)
Such a pretty grain sack pillow! I love the touch of red. Your parfait sounds delicious. Trader Joes has some yummy jams.
ReplyDelete{I'm sure you feel relieved about your Mom.. that must have been difficult}
leslie
www.trouverlesoleil.blogspot.com
Your pillow looks fabulous....love the pleats!! And the longer length is wonderful. Please give your mom a big hug from all of us. That is great news! Hope you all are enjoying the long holiday weekend.
ReplyDeleteCheers,
Loi
What a clever idea to gather the fabric for that pillow - your monograms look AMAZING! Talented girl. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a relief about your Mom's tests - it's nice to hear good news like that.
Oh, and I love parfaits, too. Yours look scrumptious!
I'm jealous of those warm temps you have...
xo, Susan
Lovely Blog! regards Peter
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