Dirt Road Adventures: The Road Ahead, Thrifting Trends, & Winter Decorating

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,

How’s your January going so far? I feel I’m slowly returning to a normal schedule and can focus on decorating the house for Winter. I have so many ideas and projects I want to do, but last week I played catch-up with several doctor visits that had to wait until after my chemo was finished. This week, I plan to get back on track and complete all my projects, LOL. That probably will not happen, but I do hope to finish my winter decorating and do some thrifting. Did you see What to Thrift for in 2026? I’ve got some items on my list that I’m eager to find.

I shared the update from my doctor’s visit on My Healing Journal, and I feel at peace with the decision to proceed with both the medication and infusions suggested. You can read all about it in My Healing Journal.

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Last week, I shared some oldies but goodies from years past, January ideas. Then I ended the week with a roundup of 2026 thrifting trends, plus what I’m thrifting for. Next week, look for more new ideas for DIY, Thrifting, and January decorating. In the meantime, here are last week’s posts, in case you missed them.

In Case You Missed It

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

January is a great time to get organized…..

• It’s time to get organized, and CoCo shared these organizing essentials.
• And KariAnne shared her Christmas Organization Ideas.

If you love a good before-and-after…

• My Scandinavian Home shared this dream Swedish Country Home before and after.
• Do you remember these 20 Thrifty Makeovers: Before and After?

From my favorite gardeners….

• How To Know If Your Houseplants Are Getting Enough Light – from Stacy.
• Are you dreaming of warm spring & summer days? Start planning now to plant these 45 Flowers that Attract Bees and other Pollinators – from Kim

What’s In My Cart?

• If you read My Healing Journal, you know that I ordered this Blood Pressure Monitor.
• Because I’m supposed to be doing strength training, I ordered this adjustable dumbbell set.
• This weekend, I’m making some healthy, high-protein granola and need some ingredients that are not readily available at my grocery store. So I ordered Guar Gum Powder and Allulose Sweetener. I’ll share this recipe when I see how it turns out.
• These pillow covers are for an upcoming old-school DIY project that I think you will love.
• This closet organizer for handbags.
• This khaki blouse. I have it in another color and like the fabric, which is easy to care for.

Coming Soon….

• I’ve been working on some old school projects. Some of them I’ve not done since I was very young, but they are perfect for beginning crafters and will give you the satisfaction of creating usable items for your home. I’ll be rolling out these almost forgotten ideas over the next few weeks. So stay tuned.
• Thrifting with the Gals is coming this Thursday.
• See how I decorated for Winter without removing all my cozy Christmas decorations.
• A DIY garland that is so easy anyone can make it, and I’m working on more ideas for Winter.

Thank you for stopping by. I appreciate your support and comments.