Hi Friends,

I have a couple solid wood items that are painted. But, the paint style is over 20 years old and not what I would like anymore. So, I am thinking of stripping and repainting or staining them. Does anyone have any tips on painting or staining wood?

The weather has been all over the place this week. Rain, sleet, freezing rain, slush, snow. Today we warmed up and there was still snow on the ground, so of course we went for a walk :)

Friday night was a game night with friends and new friends. I haven't laughed that hard in awhile.

If anyone is interested in Simplifying for Lent I have a $2.99 guide.

1. Toss financial paperwork like utility bills and bank statements over 12 months old unless used for tax purposes.
2. If a habit isn't sticking, try a different time of day.
3. If specific times to do things make you rebel, try times of day like morning, afternoon or night instead.
4. Don't open another bottle of shampoo or conditioner until the ones you have are done.
5. Break down dealing with taxes to 15 min at a time.
6. Keep hand lotion by each sink, at your desk and in your purse during winter.
7. What do you still want to do this season that you haven't gotten to do yet?

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Organizing your clothes closet

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