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I wanted share the signs I made for our kitchen a

I wanted share the signs I made for our kitchen a few weeks ago. - I LOVE making signs. To me they make a room feel cozy. They are so simple to make! Drives E crazy, because he says, “You’re making ANOTHER sign?” 🤣🤣🤣 - Next week on the blog I’ll be sharing how you can make you own! - Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend, friends! 😘 - #womenwhowoodwork #womenwhodiy #imadethat #diyblogger #kitchendecor #homedecorblogger #diyblogger #blackgirlblogger #blackgirlswhobuild #homedecor #kitchensofinstagram #kitchendesign #homesweethome #homemade #homedecorlove #homedecordiy #homedecorblog #homedecorinspo #homedecordiy #kitchenlife #kitcheninteriorideas #hydrangeas #hydrangeasmakemehappy

As a child, I went to a predominantly White Christ

As a child, I went to a predominantly White Christian private school. There were 5 black children in a school that taught grades Kindergarten thru 7th grade and one of them was my sister. - I spent a lot of time alone because the other children didn’t want to play with me because I didn’t look like them. I spent recess alone. I ate lunch alone. - Every once in awhile the kids would allow me to play with them or sit with them during lunch. - One particular day during lunch a boy named Scott said, “Lynn would be pretty if she weren’t Black.” I wanted to cry and inside my heart broke, but as I felt my eyes watering, I refused to give him the satisfaction of seeing me cry. - I sat there and finished my lunch, determined not to give him the satisfaction of letting him know he crushed me. - I went home that day feeling broken and defeated and when I told my Mom what happened, she cried with me and of course, as all wonderful Moms would do in this situation, she told me how beautiful and smart I was. - She told me as she always had, that there are mean and cruel people in the world and that not everyone would accept me and that I would have to work hard. That I would be looked at differently and treated differently simply because of the color of my skin. - Of course I’ve always had to remember those words and as the years have passed, there have been numerous situations in which I’ve not been treated the best. - I say to my non-black friends who have asked what to do and anyone else who isn’t sure what to do, at the very least, speak up and say something when you see someone being treated unfairly. - Words matter. I don’t know who came up with that saying that sticks and stones may break my bones but words can never hurt me, but it’s not true. - Words can hurt and words can build. Speak up. Be your brother’s keeper. There is a place and enough room for everyone to sit at the table together. - I’ve wrestled all day with myself on whether or not to share this story because it’s not happy and it’s not cheery, but it’s life. And if I can inspire just one person, then that to me is happy and cheery. 😘

I realized as I sat on the front porch today (aka

I realized as I sat on the front porch today (aka my office for the day) that I haven’t shared my front porch refresh! - Color is my thing when it comes to my home and the front porch is no different! - I’m thankful that creativity is my outlet and so I did my best to be outside today. With everything that is happening, along with the fact that my Dad passed away 1 month ago today, I needed a release. - For me being outside and enjoying the amazingly beautiful, sunny day God blessed us with today, making signs, listening to the birds sing, and the watching the squirrels chase one another allowed me to release even for just a little bit. - Creativity and creating beautiful spaces is my way to decompress and deal with all of the emotions that are flooding me these days. - In my latest blog post, I share my console styling tips so head on over there using the link in my bio (☝🏾) - Have a wonderful evening friends! 😘 - #frontporch #frontporchdecor #frontporchsittin #frontporchliving #frontporchlife #mylovelyhome #theeverygirlathome #myhomevibe #decorinspo #backtothesouth #homedecorblogger #cozyhome #thatdecorlife #grievingdaughter #loveyourhome #decoratingideas #outdoorspaces #myhomemystyle #homelife #frontentrance #doorsofinstagram #porchdecor #mywelcominghome

Today I had an early dinner with a friend and it w

Today I had an early dinner with a friend and it was so much fun! We sat in our cars, had our takeout food from the restaurant and talked and laughed. - It was the first time I’d seen her since the pandemic and for just a few hours, it seemed like old times. - By the way, as you can see, my console table is all done and ready to go! I’ve got a new blog post up sharing my tips and a few secrets. Link to the post is in my bio! ☝🏾 - How was your Saturday friend? - #consoletable #consoletabledecor #consoletablestyling #homedecortips #livingroomdecor #livingroomdecorideas #homesweethome #backtothesouth #northcarolinablogger #inspire_me_home_decor #browngirlsdecortoo #homedecorblogger #myheartandhomestyle #farmhousechic #cozyhome #loveyourhome #farmhousesecorating #myhomestyle #homelife #countryliving #southernliving #raleighblogger #diyhomedecor #diyblogger

Clothes, clothes, and more clothes. - A couple of

Clothes, clothes, and more clothes. - A couple of weeks ago I had a call with our Director at work and she and I somehow managed to get on the subject of clothes (that’s probably not going to be a surprise to you). - She was donating some items to Goodwill and she mentioned all the clothes she had that aren’t being worn right now. - It got me thinking and I went into my own closet. For the past 3 months, I’ve pretty much lived in yoga pants, jeans, t-shirts, and tank tops. - I’m probably only wearing 2% of the clothes in my closet. Over the next few weeks, I’ll definitely be re-evaluating what’s in here. - I’ve started researching the capsule method when it comes to clothing because when I think about it and I’m honest, even when I was going into the office, I was probably only wearing 20% of the clothes in my entire closet. - If you’re using a capsule wardrobe, what are the pros and cons? I’d really appreciate the tips! - #masterbedroom #masterbedroomcloset #masterbedroomorganization #capsulewardrobe #capsulecloset #backtothesouth #closetorganization #closetorganizing #closetorganizationideas #organizedcloset #organizedclosets #homedecor #homedecorblogger #outfitrepeater #showgashionstyle #stylingnotshopping #whatiweartowork #bedroomcloset

Console table styling is fun and I love that you c

Console table styling is fun and I love that you can quickly change the decor. - When styling my console table, I like to keep things simple, especially since half of it is hidden behind my couch! - I loved how it turned out and this week on the blog, Thursday to be exact, I’ll share some console styling tips! - . . . . . . #consoletable #consoletabledecor #consoletablestyling #browngirlsdecortoo #browngirlswhoblog #homedecor #livingroomdecor #livingroominspo #browngirlswhoblog #southernliving #southernlivinghome #bttshome #theeverygirlathome #homedecorvideo #howihome #thatdecorlife #myhomeystyle #loveyourhome #inspirehomedecor #northcarolinablogger

WHICH SHOULD I CHOOSE? Hey, friends! I could use

WHICH SHOULD I CHOOSE? Hey, friends! I could use some advice. I’m getting a bit tired of running back and forth in the house for a drink each time I’m enjoying our patio. - I’m starting to do some research and I’m trying to decide if I want to get an outside wine chiller/refrigerator OR a rolling party cooler. I love the idea of both. - Of course the cooler is more portable than the actual refrigerator. We’ve got a pretty big yard and when we entertain, there are guests on all sides of the house or the men and women may gather in different areas of the house. - Of course, right now we’re not entertaining, but one day we will and I want to base my decision on what will work now and in the future. - So friends, what do you think? If you’ve got either of these, outdoor fridge or a cooler, do you mind sharing the pros and cons? - Thanks for your help! - #outdoorfurniture #outdoorlivingspace #outdoorlivingideas #indooroutdoorliving #screenedporch #screenedporchlife #outdoorrugs #wickerfurniture #throwpillows #yellowrug #homedecorblogger #homedecorideas #patioideas #outdoorinspo #outdoorwinebar #patiodecor #patiostyle

I’d like to introduce myself because I have a lo

I’d like to introduce myself because I have a lot of new friends and I’m so glad you’re here! - My name is Lynn and I live in Raleigh, NC with my husband, Eric, whom you’ll hear me refer to as E. - I’m the stepmother to 3 great young adults. - I LOVE home decor, interior design, and am happy to have a husband who can deal with me and all of my projects. - I create custom bling products over at @backtothesouthbling. - My blog, Back to the South gives busy women quick and easy home decor and DIY tips, tutorials, and inspiration. - I’m from Texas and that is where my family still lives. - I’m thankful and grateful that you are here. - Enough about me. Tell me something about you! - Can’t wait to get to know you!! - #hithere #introduction #introductionpost #introductions #introductionsaturday #blackgirlbloggers #blackgirlblogger #frontporch #frontporchdecor #frontporchsittin #frontporchview #frontporchliving #frontporchfarm #blackdoor #woodsigns #woodsignsdecor #doormatsofinstagram #doormat #homedecorblogger #backtothesouth #southernliving #outdoorliving #lovelydecorhomes #springdecor #springdecor #memorialdayweekend #frontdoordecor #diywoodsigns #proudtexan

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