Today is my momma’s birthday! She has truly been a gift to my life and now that I am all grown up and a momma of my own there are many times thoughts of things she did when I was child filter back through and I realize even more so what a good momma she…
Farm to Home
It wasn’t too long after starting the barn that I realized how much it blessed my heart to see y’all carry off your finds from our farm and excitedly put them into your homes! I have been a closet decorator and nesting machine my entire life. Thankfully my mom was patient with all my shenanigans…
2018 Spring Barn Sale
Once we wrap up the holidays and time starts to stand still in the dead of winter I begin day dreaming of a warm spring day at the barn. Ideas start swirling and I imagine it filled with all sorts of unique finds and treasures and sweet shoppers buzzing around and having the best time….
Vintage planters (Spring Inspiration)
Today was such a wonderful treat! We have been sick and glimpses of spring sure lighten our hearts around here! I thought today it would be fun to share some of my favorite photos from our past markets showing vintage items as unique planters and floral holders! Hopefully it will inspire you to keep an eye…
Down time thoughts.
Like everyone else our family has been battling the flu. I don’t like to spend much time complaining about things like that, but I can’t pretend this nasty virus cycling it’s way around our family the past two weeks has not made me weary. I am the kind of person who likes to keep moving….
Valentines Day Recipe
I am sure most of you are aware Valentines Day is this week. And while I know this particular holiday gets an eye roll from many, I am actually looking forward to it. This winter has seemed particularly long and cold and we have been battling sickness for the past two weeks. And while none…
Calf in the basement
As it goes, last week did not goes as planned. On Tuesday my husband asked me to check the cows since it was so so cold. When I checked them I noticed one of our cows was off in the cedars and starting to show the beginning signs of calving. I called Cam, my husband and asked…
Barn Sale Favorites
I will admit I have been surprised time and time again at the things that jump out and bring me purpose and enjoyment from our barn sales. One that might seem small, but I truly love, is seeing people smile while they are at the barn. ….. Two years ago this spring when we purchased…
Hopes for 2018
I love when a fresh new year begins. I used to set goals / resolutions but I don’t do that much anymore. I like to let the year unfold a bit and as we journey through it to listen to those quiet nudges in my heart that urge me to work on an area. I…
Highlights of 2017
Wow! I cant believe what a fast start the New year is off to already! I love the idea of a new year and hope to share another post soon with y’all about my hopes for 2018. But in true Lyss fashion I cant move forward without going back and paying this past year a…