Once upon a Christmas Eve morning my darling husband decided it was time to solve the dilemma of the space-challenged room our boys share. We had discussed building loft beds, but I wasn’t sure I approved of the timing of this project. I wasn’t looking forward to a Christmas Day under construction. Of course he […]
The summer is waning and autumn is finally tiptoeing in. The pleasant canyon breeze makes my morning walk to work so much cheerier. Is there anything quite as delightful as the scent of the ripening concord grapes hanging from the backyard pergola, or the flavor of sun-ripened garden tomatoes? Welcome, Autumn. I’ve missed you. Of course, […]
The Family Squirrel You may remember the Family Squirrel from THIS POST. The sneaky little guy appears unexpectedly at homes in our family. Sometimes he’s in disguise, and others times he’s hidden so cleverly that it takes weeks to find him. And sometimes he’s someplace we can’t miss – but his appearance is shrouded in […]
It’s Valentine Week, and we’re going to celebrate all different kinds of love with stories, ideas, tips and more ideas! Today’s idea includes a heartfelt gift for grandparents. Family Love The photo from the album above is my Great-Grandparents, announcing their engagement. I didn’t know my great-grandfather; he died when my grandfather was very young. […]
Vintage Inspired Illustrations I’ve just added my newest set of digi stamp illustrations to the shop at www.buddly.com! This set was inspired by vintage family photos and the colors in the paper set reflect that vintage feel. You’ll find roses and forget-me-nots, a baby doll, and a favorite book with these sweet girls. The sentiments also […]
My dear one and I recently spent a bit of time at Lake Powell. He fished and swam, and I tried to stay in the shade and read. We were both very happy. I really love water. I love to drink it. I love to shower in it. I love a hot bathtub full of it […]
There are a few things that I truly adore about Halloween. It’s not the sugar hangover on the morning of All Saint’s Day. Shocking, I know. I do like candy taxes (the percentage of candy that my husband and I require from the children’s haul in order to pay for the privilege of being part […]
Someone asked me again this week if I’m ready for Christmas. I’ve decided that I’m never really ready for Christmas until it’s here and there’s nothing more I could do to prepare even if I wanted to. On the other hand, I’m enjoying every single moment of the season and Mother Nature has provided a […]
Family traditions come in all shapes and sizes. They’re big and small, serious and fun, formal and informal, and in some cases downright sneaky. The one thing that the very best traditions have in common is the way they reaffirm the good in our relationships, build bonds of affection, and just give us a chance […]
What a beautiful Memorial Day Weekend this has been! The weather has been beautiful and I’ve had a chance to really enjoy the flowers in my garden. In the hottest afternoon hours I’ve been able to finish a few projects indoors. The most enjoyable project for me was one I did with my daughter. I treasure these together […]
Hi! I’m Barbara Anne Williams, a designer and illustrator living in the Rocky Mountains of Northern Utah. I find inspiration in the beauty of nature, the scent of old books, and the kindness of everyday heroes.
