Do You Have an Axe to Grind?

Hello World!  I do hope all on the east coast are faring well through the storm.  Tropical storms and hurricanes are definitely no fun.  

Today I had the opportunity to review another website that completely opened my eyes.  It's definitely not our typical home decor or do-it-yourself website.  The website I'm referring to is www.Mile-X.com.  

Mile-X Equipment, Inc. is a distributor of automotive/bus/truck tools and equipment including:  lifts, floor jacks, tire changers, wheel balancers, filter crushers, air compressors and more.  Mile-X has focused on providing prompt customer service at reasonable prices since 1979.  

Now before you decide there is nothing on this website for you, let me tell you what I found.  While snooping around I found that they carry things other than lifts, floor jacks and such.  One of the things on my wish list is a pressure washer.  I know, I'm a strange girl.  We have this super long driveway that I would love to take a pressure washer to in order to make it nice and clean.  Well, guess what they carry?  You got it, pressure washers. 

Now, my husband has a ton of tools on his wish list.  Several of the tools that are on his wish list are made by Baldor which of course we could get at Mile-X Equipment. 

So, if you have some major tools or equipment you are looking for Mile-X Equipment could be the website for you. 

That's it for today.  I've got a couple of projects in the works and some recipes that I'm hoping to share with you this week.  If you are looking for Make it Pretty Monday party click here to join the party.  

Wishing all a grand week and remember to be kind to one another.  

Toodles,
Kathryn

  

Make it Pretty Monday - Week 21

Hello World!  Sorry I have been MIA this past week.  I've been helping my Mom out and there hardly seemed to be any time to finish a project, take pictures, and write a post.  I will try to be better this week.  

Are you ready to see last week's features and show me what you have been up to?

Make it Pretty Monday - Week 21

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Pretty Robin at Decorating Tennis Girl took us on a tour of her good friend's rustic house.  

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Craft Queen

Pretty Nici at Posed Perfection made this super cute Candy Corn Treat Pockets.  

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Shopping Queen

Pretty Rhonda picked up some beautiful finds and then made them stunning.  Pop on over to Ramblings of a Southern Girl to see the loot.  

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Furniture Transformation Queen

Pretty Lisa transformed this fantastic table into the stunner you see here.  To see the before, head on over to Create Inspire.  

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Sewing Queen

Pretty Andrea made this absolutely fantastic costume.  Go to 

The Simple Craft Diaries to see the tutorial and more pictures.  

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Culinary Delight Queen

Pretty Elizabeth shared her Asian Coleslaw with us.  To get the recipe, head on over to 
Southern Color.  

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Dessert Queen

Pretty Sweet Southern Blue had me at banana pudding.  Stop on by Sweet Southern Blue to pick up the recipe for Banana Pudding Cupcakes.  

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DIY Queen

Pretty Sandy really took on a huge project and turned an ordinary closet into an organized haven.  To check out the process, head on over to The Wonders of Doing.  

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Tablescape Queen

Pretty Dawna has set an exquisite table fit for royalty.  To see the wonders, pop on over to Stitches from the Tub. 

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Home Decor Queen

Pretty Laura is showing off her armoire and her beautiful surroundings.  To see the prettiness, go to Our Prairie Home.  

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Fall Decor Queen #1

Pretty Sarah has got a magazine worthy Fall Front Porch.  Go to Alderberry Hill to check it out.  

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Fall Decor Queen #2

 Pretty Barb has also been busy with her Fall decor on her porch.  Go to Second Chance to Dream to see the prettiness. 

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 Pretty Julie has been busy painting her front door.  To see the before and more after pictures, head on over to 

Redhead Can Decorate.  

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<center> <a href="http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/"><img border="0" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-IL4Vc6UtZk8/T94AxGWJFQI/AAAAAAAACDQ/q_JfSdnF8RU/h120/I+was+Featured+fotoflexer+button.jpg"/></a></center> Here are a few guidelines to follow. 
1. Link up anything Family friendly...DIY, decor, crafts, recipes, gardening, shopping finds, sewing, inspirational stories, and beautiful photography. 
2.  If you are participating in Make it Pretty Monday, be sure to link up your "permalink" post and not your general blog address. 
3.  No etsy shops, giveaways and no sponsor pages.  I might have a separate party for those when I see how well this one goes. 
4.  Please grab my button below, or have a link back to my blog so everyone can enjoy the party!  No Link Back, No Feature.  Boo.
5.  Please become a follower of The Dedicated House via Google Friend Connect or Linky Followers.
6.  Be sure to visit at least two of the other pretties at the party. Show them some love and let them know you popped in for a visit.  You know how we all love comments.   <center> <a href="http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/"><img border="0" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-34rwXflBxZc/T9QhyqESPyI/AAAAAAAACCw/F_HXVlKX1bA/h120/MakeitPrettyMonday.jpg"/></a></center> Wishing all a beautiful week and remember to be kind to one another!
Toodles,
Kathryn

Make it Pretty Monday - Week 20

Hello World!  I hope everyone had a fun and relaxing weekend.  Ours was busy, but a ton of fun.  The Dedicated Husband and myself hosted a home group for our church on Friday night.  Good Word, good people, good food!  Time well spent.  

Let's kick off Week 20!  Wow, I'm amazed how big she has grown!

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Pretty Farmer's Daughter made some really clever and beautiful cake plates each costing less than $2.  To see these little gems, stop on by The Country Farm Home.  

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Craft Queen

Pretty Marigold Mom shared her Jeweled Pumpkins along with a tutorial.  Stop in for a visit at Marigold Mom to see the bling. 

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Shopping Queen

Pretty Donna had one of those Holy Haul Batman days.  To see the loot, hop on over to Distressed Donna Down Home.  

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Furniture Transformation Queen

Pretty Sunday transformed this piece using Annie Sloan Chalk Paint.  To see the before, take a stroll over to A Sunday Afternoon.  

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Sewing Queen

Pretty Ana-Marija made these super cute ant costumes.  To check out the tutorial, hop on over to Carpe Diem for a visit.  

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Culinary Delight Queen

Pretty Kitty shared with us her Creamy Tomato Soup recipe.  Lately, I'm all about soups.  To pick up the recipe, head on over to Kitty's Kozy Kitchen.  

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Dessert Queen

Pretty Mary shared her Baked Apple Pie Tortilla Roll.  What a mouthwatering way to end a meal.  Visit Sweet Little Bluebird to get the recipe.  

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DIY Queen

Pretty Custom Comforts transformed an antique child's headboard into a Porch Coat Rack.  To see this marvel, pop on over to 
Custom Comforts for a visit.  

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Tablescape Queen

Pretty Janet has the table all set to welcome her guests for a Fall dinner.  To see more, head on over to Rosemary & Thyme.  

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Home Decor Queen

Pretty Amanda is pretty in pink!  Look at her dreamy creative space.  To see this pretty little space, stop on over to 
One Girl in Pink.  

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Fall Decor Queen #1

Pretty Diane has plumped her pumpkins in her darling Fall Window Box display.  Pop on in for a visit at An Extraordinary Day to see the Fall prettiness. 

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Fall Decor Queen #2

 Pretty Casandra is showing off her pretty blue pumpkin in her Fall decor.  To see more, stop on in for a visit at Made Down South.  

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Pretty Lora Leis is showing us just a smidgeon of the work she does.  You really must see the before to appreciate this.  Head on over to Leisure Living to be amazed.  

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<center> <a href="http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/"><img border="0" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-IL4Vc6UtZk8/T94AxGWJFQI/AAAAAAAACDQ/q_JfSdnF8RU/h120/I+was+Featured+fotoflexer+button.jpg"/></a></center> Here are a few guidelines to follow. 
1. Link up anything Family friendly...DIY, decor, crafts, recipes, gardening, shopping finds, sewing, inspirational stories, and beautiful photography. 
2.  If you are participating in Make it Pretty Monday, be sure to link up your "permalink" post and not your general blog address. 
3.  No etsy shops, giveaways and no sponsor pages.  I might have a separate party for those when I see how well this one goes. 
4.  Please grab my button below, or have a link back to my blog so everyone can enjoy the party!  No Link Back, No Feature.  Boo.
5.  Please become a follower of The Dedicated House via Google Friend Connect or Linky Followers.
6.  Be sure to visit at least two of the other pretties at the party. Show them some love and let them know you popped in for a visit.  You know how we all love comments.   <center> <a href="http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/"><img border="0" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-34rwXflBxZc/T9QhyqESPyI/AAAAAAAACCw/F_HXVlKX1bA/h120/MakeitPrettyMonday.jpg"/></a></center> Wishing all a beautiful week and remember to be kind to one another!
Toodles,
Kathryn

Let Me Count The Ways

Hello World!  I'm going to let you in on a little secret.  I love poetry.  I have since high school.  Let me share one of my favorites with you by Elizabeth Barrett Browning.  

How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.

I love thee to the depth and breadth and height

My soul can reach, when feeling out of sight

For the ends of Being and ideal Grace.

I love thee to the level of everyday's

Most quiet need, by sun and candle-light.

I love thee freely, as men strive for Right;

I love thee purely, as they turn from Praise.

I love thee with a passion put to use

In my old griefs, and with my childhood's faith.

I love thee with a love I seemed to lose

With my lost saints, --- I love thee with the breath,

Smiles, tears, of all my life! --- and, if God choose,

I shall but love thee better after death.

Isn't it beautiful?  Are you a poet?  Do you love to write?  Have you ever thought of submitting your work?  If so, then maybe a poetry contest would be the way to go.  The World Poetry Movement is holding a poetry contest with 116 prizes totaling over $10,000.  Here’s your chance to share a message from your heart. Your poem can be on any subject, in any style. Winning poems will also be considered for publication.  Head on over to http://www.poetrycontest.com/ to submit your work.  

So, put pen to paper...or rather, fingers to keyboard and let your creative juices flow.  

Thank you for the visit today.  Make it Pretty Monday is still live.  Click here to go straight to the party.  Wishing all a beautiful evening and remember to be kind to one another. 

Toodles,
Kathryn

Make it Pretty Monday - Week 19

Hello World!  Thank you to all of you lovelies for making the party a success!  You guys and gals are the best!  Let's get week 19 started! 

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Pretty Katie at Fun Home Things made this too cute pumpkin out of canning lids.  Seriously, smarty pants! 

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Craft Queen

Pretty Tammy at One More Time Events has gotten crafty with her pumpkin and ravens.  

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Shopping Queen

Pretty Shabby Gals found this great plant stand at a flea market and spruced it up with some red paint.  Pop on over to Shabby Gals to see this cute little stand.  

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Furniture Transformation Queen

Pretty Sayuri at Vintage Breeze has been at it again.  To see more of this stunner drop in for a visit.  

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Sewing Queen

Pretty Bonny made this adorable Candy Corn Dress.  To view the tutorial and the cute little model head on over to 

The Domesticated Princess.  

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Culinary Delight Queen

Pretty Erika made this delectable Steak Soup.  To get the recipe, stop in for a visit at One Recipe at a Time.  

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Dessert Queen

Pretty Barb made these Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifles.  Go to 

Turtles and Tails to get the scoop. 

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DIY Queen

Pretty Olga painted some polka dots and then shares her how to with us.  Pop on over to Stardust - Decor & Style to see this happy wall.  

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Tablescape Queen

Pretty Barbara at 21 Rosemary Lane created this Fall tablescape. Love the rooster sitting on the table.  

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Home Decor Queen

Pretty Poppy shared some early morning pictures of her beautiful home.  To see more, hop on over to Poppy View. 

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Fall Decor Queen #1

Pretty Petie at Inspired Nesting shared her simple yet elegant Fall decor.  

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Fall Decor Queen #2

Pretty Lo shared her pretty Fall decor.  You must pay a visit to 

a Lo and Behold Life to see her decor and way too cute pumpkin.  

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Pretty Suzy shared some inspirational pictures of my favorite city, Paris.  To see the beauty, head on over to Simply Vintageous. 

If you were featured, please grab my feature button for your blog. 

<center> <a href="http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/"><img border="0" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-IL4Vc6UtZk8/T94AxGWJFQI/AAAAAAAACDQ/q_JfSdnF8RU/h120/I+was+Featured+fotoflexer+button.jpg"/></a></center> Here are a few guidelines to follow.
1. Link up anything Family friendly...DIY, decor, crafts, recipes, gardening, shopping finds, sewing, inspirational stories, and beautiful photography. 
2.  If you are participating in Make it Pretty Monday, be sure to link up your "permalink" post and not your general blog address. 
3.  No etsy shops, giveaways and no sponsor pages.  I might have a separate party for those when I see how well this one goes. 
4.  Please grab my button below, or have a link back to my blog so everyone can enjoy the party!  No Link Back, No Feature.  Boo.
5.  Please become a follower of The Dedicated House via Google Friend Connect or Linky Followers.
6.  Be sure to visit at least two of the other pretties at the party. Show them some love and let them know you popped in for a visit.  You know how we all love comments.   <center> <a href="http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/"><img border="0" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-34rwXflBxZc/T9QhyqESPyI/AAAAAAAACCw/F_HXVlKX1bA/h120/MakeitPrettyMonday.jpg"/></a></center> Wishing all a beautiful week and remember to be kind to one another. 
Toodles,  Kathryn