What does a Garden Gnome do when she is not gardening, in the kitchen or doing genealogy? Well the answer might just surprise you so read the entries to find out more. This blog focuses on everything we do to make our house a home. There will be a strong emphasis on home energy efficiency and do-it-yourself (DIY) projects. At the same time there will also be crafts, knitting and crocheting projects along with any other little tips we do to create that down to earth, I want to be here home. Please enjoy your visit :)




Showing posts with label special days. Show all posts
Showing posts with label special days. Show all posts

Thursday, January 1, 2015

Happy New Year! Welcome 2015

Wishing each and everyone of you a very Happy New Year!  Welcome 2015...


Wednesday, January 1, 2014

Happy New Year!

Wishing each and everyone of you a very Happy New Year!  Welcome 2014...


Wednesday, December 25, 2013

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas 2013
Merry Christmas to each and everyone! 

I'm sorry I haven't posted in awhile but will be back to normal for the new year.  We spent October at our vacation home, then back home for almost three weeks, returning to our vacation home for five weeks.  We made the 1207 mile journey home for Christmas arriving Monday night, leaving us only Christmas Eve to finalize our holiday shopping, restock on groceries and deck the halls for our family gathering on Boxing Day (December 26).  The kids and grandkids will stay for a couple of days then when they leave it is prep time for another large gathering on the 28th.  'Tis indeed a very busy and hectic time for us, but we are very blessed!

May the peace, joy and magic of the holiday season be with you and yours today!  It is not what is found under the tree, but in the warm smiles and loving words of the people around us.  Merry Christmas!


Saturday, January 1, 2011

Welcoming 2011

Happy New Year!
 
Today we welcome 2011.  The new year is awaiting for us to fill it.  I have a lot of homemaking plans this year both at our primary and vacation residences.  As usual the focus will be on energy conservation and efficiency.  This year I hope to further our goal of getting off the grid at our primary residence.  It will be delayed slightly until we sell this house but should be in full swing once we move.  Other than that, 2011 promises to be an exciting year around our homes!

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Thursday, July 1, 2010

Happy Canada Day!

Happy Canada Day


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Sunday, April 4, 2010

Happy Easter

Happy Easter 2010

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Friday, January 1, 2010

Welcome 2010 from Garden Gnome at Home

Welcome 2010 from Garden Gnome at Home
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Sunday, April 12, 2009

Happy Easter!


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Tuesday, March 17, 2009

St. Patrick's Day

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Tuesday, November 11, 2008

We Remember

I come from a strong military family with ancestors that were instrumental in shaping the history of Canada. I grew up surrounded by relatives who had fought for this country. Some of them made the ultimate sacrifice and while they are no longer here they live forever in our memories. If this video does not bring tears to your eyes, nothing will. On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month we honour our fallen with 2 minutes silence from shore to shore of our great nation, Canada. Please join our nation in showing our respect and how thankful we are for enjoying the freedom they fought so hard for.



Remembrance Day Tribute
courtesy of
Global TV Edmonton


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Sunday, May 11, 2008

Happy Mother's Day


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Monday, March 17, 2008



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Monday, December 24, 2007



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Saturday, March 17, 2007



Ten Ways to Go Green in Your Home

  1. reduce
  2. reuse
  3. recycle
  4. replace incandescent lights with compact fluorescent lights (CFL)
  5. use non-toxic cleaners
  6. use rechargeable batteries
  7. seal air leaks
  8. repair or replace leaky taps
  9. insulate hot water pipes
  10. wash clothes in cold water/cold rinse


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