Dirt Road Adventures – Early Fall Ideas & Surgery Preparations
Happy Sunday, and welcome to Dirt Road Adventures! This is where we review all the exciting events behind the scenes, on the website, and the sources of inspiration I discovered online during the past week. This weekly recap ensures you don’t miss any of our adventures here at the end of our Dirt Road.
Hey friends, thank you for stopping by! It’s been a busy week with a few new fall ideas and some oldies but goodies. I’ve also been working on several new ideas and posts that will be shared over the next week or two.
I’m preparing for my surgery tomorrow. That means a liquid diet and an early trip to the hospital on Monday. My surgery is scheduled for 7:30 AM EDT on Monday, August 18th. Good wishes and prayers are appreciated.
Brad hopes to keep my Healing Journal updated with my progress. You can read all about my journey at My Healing Journal.
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Adventures at the End of the Dirt Road
This is a look back at all my adventures this past week.
Although I’m unsure of my hospital stay and recovery, I’ve prepared several new posts that you will see over the coming weeks. I’ll also be sharing some of my older projects and ideas that many of you may have never seen. So stay tuned. But in the meantime, here is what you may have missed from last week.
In Case You Missed It
How To Create A Country Garden Party Table Setting
Want to throw a garden party? It’s time for our monthly Supper Club series. Join me this month as we take it to the country.
Greenhouse Fall Tour: DIY & Vintage Inspired
I’m excited to share my first Greenhouse Fall Tour with you. It was so much fun to pull from nature to decorate the greenhouse with fall persimmons and autumn leaves.
How To Craft A Stunning DIY Sunflower Wreath With Pinecones
Hey friends, are you looking for an inexpensive fall wreath idea? I can’t wait to show you this DIY Sunflower Wreath tutorial. Y’all know I love to forage for free materials to decorate my home, and this wreath is no exception.
Easy DIY Wood Pumpkins & Place Card Holders With Wood Biscuits
Hey friends, are you looking for a fun and easy fall DIY project? Get ready to make the cutest DIY wood pumpkins! I was searching for unique pumpkin place card holders and discovered that wood biscuits are the perfect material for this project.
10+ Cheap Fall Decorating Ideas With Thrifted Old Bottles And Jars
Looking for easy and cheap ways to decorate for fall? What about decorating with thrifted old bottles and jars?
How To Use Thrifted Vintage Gardening Decor
Thrifted Vintage gardening decor is a great way to add character and charm to your outdoor spaces. These budget-friendly decor ideas are sure to enhance your garden and other outdoor spaces.
Adventures Off The Dirt Road
Why Didn’t I Think of That?
There are so many wonderful blog posts each week, and I’m sharing some of my favorites with you today.
There are so many creative ideas, and I’m always asking myself, “Why didn’t I think of that”? LOL
- My friend Kim shared these gorgeous centerpiece ideas for decorating with bud vases.
- The always creative KariAnne shared How To Add Scalloped Trim To A Plate Rack. I’m really looking forward to working on a project with these trim pieces.
- From the amazingly talented Jennifer, you can see 9 Easy Flower-Powered Fall DIY ideas.
- I wasn’t sure what a Blueberry Buckle was, but Kim’s Best Blueberry Buckle Recipe has me waiting to make one.
- If you are thinking pumpkin and spice, you’ll want to try Stacy’s The Easiest Pumpkin Dump Cake You’ll Ever Make.
What’s in my Cart
- I saw these adorable (but pricey) jeans while out shopping at a boutique, and then I discovered they were on sale online for 40% off. Check out these cute details on Charlie B jeans. Can’t wait to get well and wear them.
- I got the smaller size in this green sweater cardigan, and you can see how it looks with all these fashions.
- A friend gifted me this book, A Treasury of Miracles for Friends, and I’m loving it.
Coming Soon
Join me over the next couple of weeks for these new ideas.
- Thrifting With The Gals – How To Style Favorite Fall Thrifted Finds
- Mini-Faux Corn Husk Wreaths Tutorial
- Fall Mantel or Shelf Decorating Ideas
- DIY Reversible Fall Placemats
- A New Pottery Barn Dupe – Hint – it’s already out of stock at P.B.
- Dollar Tree Fall Jar Update You Will Love.
- And much more!
Thank you for your continued support and encouragement. I have scheduled my next two weeks completely. However, there may be some glitches or errors that I’ll not be able to fix while in the hospital. Please bear with me. If a link doesn’t work, search for the post from my home page at www.thepondsfarmhouse.com. Brad will hopefully issue DRA next Sunday, but it will be a recap of all the posts from the last week.
Have a blessed week.
Hoping all goes well for you. I will put you in my prayers. xx
Janette,
I appreciate this more than I can say. Bless you!
Many prayers 🙏❤️
Thank you
Always thinking and praying for you but even more so for tomorrow. I know you’ll have so many thoughts and prayers coming your way for your surgery and recovery. I know your in the best possible hands both surgeons and God’s. Looking forward to hearing from you soon when you’re up to it.
Cheryl,
This means so much to me. Thank you for your support and prayers.
I’m sending you tons of good thoughts. You’re so strong. I wish I was as strong as you are with my health. You keep plugging away. I admire you more than you know.
Cindy,
Thank you! I appreciate all your messages and support.
Sending prayers
Sandra,
I appreciate this.
Rachel, thank you for this post it was fun. I love you in that cardi. Get some rest today and know I’m sending prayers and hugs your way. Know tomorrow God will be with you and I’ll be thinking about you.
Diana,
I appreciate you and your continued support so much. Thank you for sending good thoughts my way tomorrow. Have a blessed day.
Sending you gentle hugs, thoughts of peace, and strength and continuing to keep you lifted up in prayer. Love from Tennessee.
Miche,
Your continued support and prayers mean the world to me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Sending prayers and positive thoughts your way!
Cindi,
I appreciated this so much. I’m so blessed to have your prayers during this difficult time.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. You seem very resilient and I think that and what seems like a top-rate medical team will make all the difference.
Teddee,
I appreciate your kind words and continued prayers. This means so much to me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
The LORD is good, a strong refuge when trouble comes. He is close to those who trust in Him.
Nahum 1:7 NLT
I read this earlier in the week Rachel and have thought of you and Brad daily. You are both in my prayers and I know God is in control. Lifting you up tonight at 5:30 and tomorrow ALL throughout the day!
Hugsnlove,
Katy
PS Thanks as usual for the great content on the blog! You are SO creative!
Katy,
You are so kind and I certainly appreciate your continued prayers and support. You have been a bright light during some of my darkest days. Thank you, Thank you!
Prayers to guide the surgeons hands and for a speedy recovery.
Sharon
I appreciate this so much. Thank you for your prayers.
Sending prayers that your surgery and recovery go well. You have been working so hard through this difficult time, stay strong 🙏🏻
Brenda,
Staying busy has been a blessing. I appreciate your comment and prayers. Thank you!
God is in control. He will never forsake you.
Nancy,
Thank you!
Prayers for your recovery. God bless.
Thank you!