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May 15, 2022

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Happy Sunday, friends! It’s a beautiful day in the Mitten! I’m a day late with my moments, but before I get out and about, come on over and see all my Mitten Moments I found, this week.

It seems as though our weekends are always busy. As the weather gets warmer, we definitely have more to do!

Yesterday, Big Al and I went to my oldest son and DIL’s house. They are expecting twins, next week and we are helping them get some things in order at their new house.

Did you catch that? Twins! We can hardly contain ourselves!

Today, we are off to our middle son and DIL’s for lunch.

A weekend well spent! Nothing better than spending time with family!

In more exciting news, all our trees are finally in full bloom! Our cherry, magnolia, dogwood and our eastern rose bud.

Beautiful!

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This Week On The Blog

It was a quiet week on the blog. However, I did post An Easy Way To Repair Canopy Straps.

I will admit it’s not very exciting but quite useful, nonetheless!

Last summer, we had some high winds that ripped the canopy straps right off two out of four canopy supports. We considered purchasing a replacement canopy but they are pretty pricey. So, I decided to try and repair the canopy first, and if it didn’t work, we would buy a new one.

I’m happy to report the repair has so far been successful!

If you get a chance, I would love for you to check it out!

A Few Favorite Mitten Moments

I have been crushing on all things blue, this season.

If you love blue too, Tamara from Citrine Living is a must see! She has a passion for interior decor and it shows in each one of her photos. Endulge yourself and check out her Simple Spring Kitchen Decor.

Isn’t this just the prettiest kitchen?

My friend Heather from Home with Heather. Her account is inspirational! Heather is a self-taught interior stylist, and owner of “Home with Heather” decor consulting and blogger.

This week, she shared 3 Easy Ways To Decorate Your Kitchen Island & Dining Table. Wait until you see what she used! She makes it simple for anyone to have beautiful table decor.

Random Trivia

Since all my flowering trees are in bloom, here’s a little tree trivia for you!

  • Flowering dogwood has quite a history. Thomas Jefferson grew it on his Monticello estate in the 1770s and even sent seeds overseas to his friend in Paris.
  • Washington, D.C. has been celebrating the blooming of cherry trees for more than 75 years with a festival.
  • A young redbud tree typically grows 12 to 18 inches per year, ultimately reaching heights of 30 feet! It’s one of the first spring trees to bloom and the flowers are edible.

Who knew my redbud was edible?? It might be, but I don’t think I’ll be trying it!

And Now…

Here are some other WONDERFUL moments I found this week:

This tutorial on cottagecore style decorating

This Asian chicken salad

These customized flour sack dish towels

How to use a metal flower frog

Well, that’s all my Mitten Moments for this Saturday!

As always, I’m so grateful you’re here!

I hope all the moments of your Sunday bring you more joy than you could imagine.

P.S. – By the way, I’ve linked some of my favorite blue decor for you below.

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Comments

  1. Kelly says

    May 15, 2022 at 9:39 am

    Share a fun weekend! I can’t believe they are having twins! That’s so exciting. Have a wonderful week friend!

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    • cottageinthemitten@gmail.com says

      May 15, 2022 at 11:51 am

      We are beyond excited for our new grands!! Have a great LAST week of school! xo

      Reply
  2. Juliet says

    May 15, 2022 at 9:51 am

    Twins!! Now that’s exciting! We have twin grandnieces, also our goddaughters, and they’re so much fun. Double fun, and trouble. Ha ha … Thanks for sharing my Asain Chicken Salad. I made it again yesterday. It’s a hit at our house. Happy weekend ! xo

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    • cottageinthemitten@gmail.com says

      May 15, 2022 at 11:52 am

      Big Al’s brother has two sets of identicals! They are fun and we can’t wait! Your salad was so yummy! Happy weekend to you!! xo

      Reply
  3. Jen says

    May 15, 2022 at 10:18 am

    So many exciting things happening for your family, Kim. I bet you can’t wait! Happy weekend sweet, friend!

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    • cottageinthemitten@gmail.com says

      May 15, 2022 at 11:52 am

      We can hardly contain our excitement, Jen! I’ll be sure to post pics!! Enjoy your Sunday, my friend!!

      Reply
  4. Amy says

    May 15, 2022 at 10:19 am

    Twins!!!! She’s going to need lots of help from grandma!!! Congratulations!
    Your trees look beautiful!

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    • cottageinthemitten@gmail.com says

      May 15, 2022 at 11:53 am

      I know!!! Double the fun!! Thanks for stopping by, Amy!!

      Reply
  5. Heather Krout says

    May 15, 2022 at 11:44 am

    Wow Kim!! I can only imagine the level of excitement with your son & DIL expecting TWINS!!! What an exciting time! They are surely blessed to have you close by! Loved the canopy strap repair- I just shared your post with my neighbor!! And thank you for sharing my table top decor post! 😘

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    • cottageinthemitten@gmail.com says

      May 15, 2022 at 11:54 am

      You are welcome! Your post was awesome! We are worse than kids at Christmas, Heather!! We feel so incredibly blessed! Double the fun coming our way! Happy Sunday, friend!! xo

      Reply
  6. Tammy says

    May 16, 2022 at 1:06 am

    Kim, your trees look so beautiful. We planted a pink Dogwood this spring. I missed the beautiful flowering trees at my old home. However here we also have a White Lilac Tree and beautiful Crepe Myrtle.

    Excited about the twins! I cannot wait to see photos. Hug to you my sweet friend.

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    • cottageinthemitten@gmail.com says

      May 16, 2022 at 3:05 pm

      Thank you, Tammy! I just love flowering trees. The Crepe Myrtle is a favorite, however we don’t see many here in the Mitten! Have a great start to your week, friend! xo

      Reply
  7. Marieza says

    May 31, 2022 at 1:00 pm

    I love all your shares, Kim! I am excited for you about the twins! How awesome is that?! I can’t wait for you to share news and photos of them!

    Reply
    • cottageinthemitten@gmail.com says

      June 1, 2022 at 3:53 pm

      Thanks so much, Marieza!

      Reply

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