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Alice W.
Rochester, NY
artist, designer, creator, photography lover, shop owner, wife, and mother of one with another on the way...
Interests: vintage and farmhouse style home decorating, shopping at flea markets, photography, creating one of a kind art, home decor and jewelry
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New Blog Link...
Don't forget to visit me at my new blogging home! I recently shared some tips on how I edit my photographs. Click here to visit See you over there! ~Alice W. Continue reading
Posted May 11, 2013 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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time for a change...
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Several years ago when I decided to make the move from Blogger to Typepad it really felt right. I couldn't share my photos easily or in the size that I wanted. I had lots and lots of issues with Blogger.... Continue reading
Posted May 2, 2013 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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Rustic Spring Mantel
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Easter came very fast this year. Too fast for me to decorate for in fact. The other day, however, I got the urge to do a mantel vignette in honor of spring (even though it has still been snowing here... Continue reading
Posted Apr 3, 2013 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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Magnolia Pearl Ranch & Giveaway from Fiona and Twig
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I am very excited to share an amazing giveaway from Anne Lorys of Fiona & Twig, along with the creative souls of Magnolia Pearl. Robin Brown and John Gray (Magnolia Pearl) are selling their incredible ranch in Bandera, TX where... Continue reading
Posted Mar 3, 2013 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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growing up fast...(myself included)
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My little babies are growing up faster than I can believe. Every day they seem to change a little. It is a joy to watch them grow and learn. But also a little sad as each stage passes, and I... Continue reading
Posted Feb 25, 2013 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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Christmas 2012
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Another Christmas has come and gone...it always seems to pass too quickly for me. Here are some glimpses into our "holiday" home this year. Hazel certainly enjoyed all of the lights and decorations. Every morning we heard lots of "ooh's"... Continue reading
Posted Jan 4, 2013 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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Our Baby Boy is Here!
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Owen Henry Wingerden arrived on September 26th, 2012 at 10:32 am. A whopping 8 lbs. 0.3 oz. and 19 1/2" long! I never thought I would have a baby that big :) Labor was fast...only 4 1/2 hours total after... Continue reading
Posted Nov 1, 2012 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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Kim, thank you so much for the encouragement! It is greatly appreciated :) ~Alice
Toggle Commented Jul 31, 2012 on the darkest days at Thoughts from Alice W.
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the darkest days
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Sunday marked 30 weeks for me in this pregnancy. To the average pregnant woman this probably wouldn't mean much other than that she has about 10 week left. But for me...it means a lot more. It marks a frightening time... Continue reading
Posted Jul 30, 2012 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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Red Cottage Wares Antique Shop
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At the end of our street there is a charming antique shop called "Red Cottage Wares" that Josh and I frequent often. It is one of my favorite things about living on this road. It looks small from the outside... Continue reading
Posted Jul 26, 2012 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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Summertime Cooking: Grilled Rigatoni
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When my husband and I were first married, he talked often about getting a cast iron skillet. It took us four years to finally invest in one, but once we did, I was hooked. We now have two skillets and... Continue reading
Posted Jul 19, 2012 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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Hazel's Beginning
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On June 30th, 2011 our lives changed forever when tiny, Hazel Mae Wingerden, entered the world. She was born 8 1/2 weeks early due to spontaneous preterm labor that couldn't be stopped. It was the scariest time of my life,... Continue reading
Posted Jul 11, 2012 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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a taste of winter in April
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We woke to a world covered in snow on this late April day. And it keeps on coming. Since it was a mild winter, I wasn't too bothered by it, but instead tried to find the beauty in it all.... Continue reading
Posted Apr 23, 2012 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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Hazel's First Easter
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Hazel enjoyed her first Easter! We attended church and then spent the afternoon with family. Hazel was, of course, the favorite guest. We hope that you enjoyed a wonderful Easter as well :) Till next time... Continue reading
Posted Apr 9, 2012 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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Loving Easter Wishes
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"But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed." ~Isaiah 53:5 Wishing you a joyous Easter! Till next time... Continue reading
Posted Apr 7, 2012 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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a surprise...
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We have been enjoying the most wonderful spring weather lately which means lots of time outdoors. Hazel has been getting good use out of her stroller. We have been enjoying trips to the post office, the library, antique shops and... Continue reading
Posted Mar 20, 2012 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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a note of gratitude
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I want to extend a huge thank you to all of you who left such loving and encouraging comments on my last post. As well as, to those who sent private emails or notes on Facebook. Your words touched me... Continue reading
Posted Feb 9, 2012 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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the ups and downs of hazel days...
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Hazel is growing so fast...it is hard to believe she is almost 7 months old already. {5 months adjusted for being premature} Life is full of her laughter, sweet smiles, soft spoken ramblings... {and high pitched screams when she is... Continue reading
Posted Jan 23, 2012 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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trick or treat...
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We were all ready for trick-or-treaters to come traipsing up our porch Monday night... Orange lights glowed in the window. Lanterns were lighted to guide the way. The big bowl of candy was ready by the door. Little Red Riding... Continue reading
Posted Nov 2, 2011 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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welcoming fall...
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It is hard for me to believe fall is already here. Spending the majority of the summer in the hospital made it seem like we didn't even have one, but this is my favorite time of year so I won't... Continue reading
Posted Oct 26, 2011 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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Thanks Michelle! And a big congrats to you...I LOVE your doorknob pieces. Still havent gotten the issue myself (for some reason I always get it late), but cant wait to see it. Congrats again! ~Alice Sent from my iPad
Toggle Commented Oct 2, 2011 on Hazel Came Home at Thoughts from Alice W.
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Hazel Came Home
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On August 19th, after a painstaking 50 days in the NICU, we finally got to bring our sweet Hazel home. It was the best (and scariest!) day. She weighed in at 5 lbs. 14 oz. that day. We have been... Continue reading
Posted Sep 29, 2011 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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an unexpected arrival...
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On June 3oth at 11:50 pm, Baby W. decided to come early. 8 1/2 weeks early in fact. Hazel Mae Wingerden 3 lbs. 10 oz. 16 1/4" long and the most beautiful baby we have ever seen. She has spent... Continue reading
Posted Jul 30, 2011 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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summer garden...
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It's hard to believe that it has been so long since my last post. Time sure is flying by around here. Joshua and I are staying very busy preparing for the arrival of Baby {Girl} W. We recently held a... Continue reading
Posted Jun 10, 2011 at Thoughts from Alice W.
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