Kimberly Shaffer

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~♥ Happy Thursday ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Feb 9, 2012, 11:12 am
Hello blogging friends...I hope this day finds you all doing well.  We're having a beautiful day here in Southwestern Pa...it's a little on the chilly side, but the sun is shining and that seems to make everything better! I just wanted to say "Thank You" to those of you who stopped over (and follo...
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~♥ A New Blog ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Feb 4, 2012, 12:25 pm
My dear daughter, Emily, has decided to start blogging...won't you stop over and take a look? http://dirtbikesanddiamonds.blogspot.com/ Thank you all so much!♥ Kim
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~♥ I Went Walking ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Feb 3, 2012, 8:42 am
We've had some nice weather here in Southwestern PA...I've been trying to get out and enjoy it!   Isn't this blue sky BEAUTIFUL? Thanks for stopping by...wishing you all a wonderful weekend!♥ Kim
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~♥ Twitter ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Jan 14, 2012, 11:25 am
Well friends, I've decided to join Twitter...want to see what I Tweet?  Then click on the link to the right and follow me...my Tweets are protected so I'll have to approve you first...hope to see you there! Happy Tweeting!♥ Kim
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~♥ It's A New Year ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Jan 7, 2012, 3:10 pm
Hello blogging friends...I'm sorry that I have been MIA...I decided to concentrate on family and friends and take a break from blogging for awhile.  I had a wonderful Christmas and pray that you all did as well.  I had the opportunity to spend some time with dear friends...one Saturday we went on ...
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~♥ The Outside ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Dec 6, 2011, 8:39 am
The outside is decorated...the only thing missing is snow!  I'm still working on the inside.  Thanks for stopping by,♥ Kim
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~♥ It's Time... ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Dec 3, 2011, 8:23 am
to put away all of the fall decorations and start decorating for Christmas...Stay tuned for Christmas pictures in the next coming week...thanks for stopping by!♥ Kim
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~♥ Apple-Pecan Crisp ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Nov 9, 2011, 8:25 am
I have always been fond of crisps especially during the fall months...there's nothing better than filling your home with the wonderful smell of something baking in the oven! ~♥ Apple-Pecan Crisp ♥~from Betty Crocker Fall Baking Oct/Nov 2009 2/3 cup maple-flavored syrup (I used the real maple syr...
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~♥ My How The Weather Changes ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Nov 6, 2011, 10:47 am
Last weekend we had snow and now this weekend it's a beautiful but cold...I love sharing this view with you! Have a blessed Sunday!♥ Kim
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~♥ It's Snowing ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Oct 29, 2011, 9:20 am
Woke up to snow this morning in Southwestern PA...and it's still coming down! ♥ Kim
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~♥ Words To Live By ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Oct 23, 2011, 3:01 pm
Isn't this the sweetest saying?  I absolutely love what you can find on Pinterest! Source: None via Clarice on Pinterest
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~♥ Forgiveness ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Oct 9, 2011, 3:39 pm
♥ Kim Graphic by: www.etsy.com/shop/InspireSomebodyLLC
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~♥ When You Thought I Wasn't Looking ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Oct 8, 2011, 9:20 am
by Mary Rita Schilke Korzan When you thought I wasn’t looking You hung my first painting on the refrigerator And I wanted to paint another. When you thought I wasn’t looking You fed a stray cat And I thought it was good to be kind to animals. When you thought I wasn’t looking You baked a birth...
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~♥ Gooseberry Patch Freebies ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Oct 4, 2011, 2:15 pm
Hello blogging friends...how's the weather in your neck of the woods?  It's been cold and rainy here in Southwestern Pennsylvania.  I've been spending a lot of time indoors cleaning, organizing, and snuggling under a blanket catching up on my reading.  *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*Isn't that a darlin...
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~♥ It's Been Awhile...♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Aug 4, 2011, 11:53 am
Hello friends...I wanted to let you know that I am still around...just haven't had much to blog about.  I've been busy around my home, spending time with family and friends, and enjoying some down time by reading on my porch and deck. *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* I thought I'd share a few pictures w...
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~♥ Happy Saturday ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Jun 25, 2011, 4:11 pm
Spent a wonderful day with my friend, Daun...found this great barrel at a yard sale for $5.00. Thanks for stopping by!♥ Kim
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~♥ This and That ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Jun 23, 2011, 2:10 pm
Hi Friends...sorry I have been out of touch...there's been a lot going on these past few weeks...between graduation, my daughter turning 18 and starting college, plus a dear friends wedding, I haven't had the time to post anything and truthfully, I've been at a loss as to what to blog about...(Thank...
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~♥ My Little Girl Is Growing Up ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Jun 2, 2011, 10:04 am
Where has the time gone...it seems like yesterday I was sending you off to school for your first day of kindergarten and now you're graduating... A daughter is the happy memories of the past, the joyful moments of the present, and the hope and promise of the future. ~Author Unknown
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Visit www.gooseberrypatch.com

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - May 30, 2011, 9:13 am
Visit www.gooseberrypatch.com
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~♥ Green Is My Favorite Color ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - May 22, 2011, 12:34 pm
With all of the rain we've been having, everything is so nice and green...let's take a look around!  I never get tired of this view.  Peonies getting ready to bloom. Wildflowers  My favorite Maple tree.  The Barn Whoa...don't forget to stop!  A peek at the tractor.  I love to sit on my porc...
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~♥ Hallelujah by Heather Williams ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - May 11, 2011, 6:49 pm
Amazing song by Heather Williams...please turn off music player at the bottom of the blog before playing video...Enjoy and God Bless!!!
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~♥ Chalkboard & Sheets ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - May 5, 2011, 2:28 pm
I love chalkboards, but dealing with real chalkboards and chalk can be a pain.   Here's an easy solution: I took an old picture frame and added a piece of black scrapbooking paper in place of a picture and viola...I have an almost new chalkboard.  The Chalkink markers write wonderfully on glass,...
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~♥ Spring Decorating ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Apr 18, 2011, 10:02 am
Hello blogging friends...just wanted to let you know that I am still around.  I did a little decorating and wanted to share it with you...enjoy!  Have a fabulous week...and as always, thank you for taking the time to stop by for a visit.I really appreciate it!♥ Kim
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~♥You Are More by Tenth Avenue North♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Apr 4, 2011, 12:53 pm
Please turn off my music player below before you listen to this great song...Enjoy and God Bless!
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~*The Wait Is Over*~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Mar 1, 2011, 2:08 pm
The winning entry for the Gooseberry Patch Best Ever Cookies cookbook is listed below: Lesa said... I would love to have this cookbook. I love to bake cookies for my family & friends. These cookies look sooooo good ! ! !  Thanks so much for the opportunity to win this cookbook. Love in Christ,Les...
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~♥Gooseberry Patch Cookbook Review and Giveaway♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Feb 21, 2011, 3:51 pm
Well blogging friends, I've left you in suspense long enough...Gooseberry Patch contacted me about being an Early Bird Reviewer.As a lover of cookies, and who isn't, I couldn't pass up the offer to review, "Best Ever Cookies".  It was very difficult to decide which cookies to try.  As usual, Goose...
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~♥JJ Heller - What Love Really Means (Official Music Video)♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Feb 14, 2011, 2:03 pm
Please be sure and turn the music off below before you play the video...Be blessed!
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~♥ Hello Friends ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Feb 10, 2011, 11:01 am
Just wanted to let you know that I'm still here...and that I have a surprise for you in the next couple of weeks...here's a hint of what's coming up: Here's another hint: That's all I'm going to say for now...so stay tuned! *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*Several of you inquired about my kitchen c...
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how are you dear blogging friends?thank you from the bottom...

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Jan 18, 2011, 10:47 am
how are you dear blogging friends?thank you from the bottom of my heart for your kind comments and words of encouragement about my blogging...i appreciate it more than i could ever express! *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* i know a lot of you have been dealing with snow...my Dear Daughter had several snow ...
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~♥ Let there be kindness in your face, in your...

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Jan 10, 2011, 3:35 pm
~♥ Let there be kindness in your face, in your eyes, in your smile, in the warmth of your greeting. Don't only give your care, but give your heart as well. ♥~ Mother Teresa I have decided, dear friends, that I will blog when I have time...it may be once a month or once a week...only time will ...
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It's A New Year...

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Jan 6, 2011, 10:05 am
and that means time for a few changes... (sorry for the poor lighting on this picture) as much as I love blogging I need to cut down on the amount of time I blog and read blogs...there are so many things going on that need my attention and I feel that I'm taking away from what should be a priority, ...
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~♥ Merry CHRISTmas ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Dec 23, 2010, 10:43 pm
12/24 - I added a few more pictures of my kitchen at the bottom of the post, so please take a look if you haven't seen them before. *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* Thank you all so much for your visits and sweet comments on my last post...I really appreciate it!*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*Last weekend I hosted a ...
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~♥ Come On In ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Dec 13, 2010, 11:06 am
It's time for a little Christmas tour around the old farmhouse... This is atop my desk where I do my blogging. The Living Room  The Kitchen My Canisters from Walmart decorated with Chalkink MarkersAbove my Pantry The Laundry Room  The Powder Room Thank you for stopping by for a visit...I hope...
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~♥ Free Printable Gift Tags ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Dec 11, 2010, 12:51 pm
Good afternoon sweet blogging friends...I hope you all are well and are busy preparing for the holidays.  Some decorating has taken place at my home, but I'm not quite finished.  I also have some baking to do for my upcoming cookie exchange. *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* Just look what I found from Gooseb...
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~♥ Gifts and Gobs ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Dec 7, 2010, 2:39 pm
Hello blogging friends...not sure what the weather is like in your neck of the woods, but it has been snowing like crazy here for a couple of days...not the kind of snow for making snowmen, but the kind that is fluffy. *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*Several days ago I received a package in the mail and ...
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~♥ Christmas Is In The Air ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Nov 27, 2010, 10:38 am
Here in Southwestern PA I awoke this morning to some snow flurries...it was so delightful being in the nice cozy house and seeing the snow swirling about outside. Have you all started decorating for Christmas?  While I haven't at my home...I usually don't start until December 1st...I have decided t...
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~♥ Things That Make Me Smile ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Nov 5, 2010, 1:59 pm
There is no place I'd rather be than at H♥ME...seeing certain things puts a smile on my face...here are a  few of them: A large fork, knife and spoon...my dear Gram had something similar on her wall when I was growing up. A picture of my sweet M♥M when she was a little girl. This whimsical...
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~♥ It's Pumpkin Carving Time ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Oct 26, 2010, 3:16 pm
 Hello blogging friends...long time no write!  Hope all is well in your homes.  *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*My dear Daughter and her boyfriend carved pumpkins over the weekend and I wanted to share them with you...I think they turned out adorable.   Emily's Pumpkin on the Left; Anthony's on the ...
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~* 25 Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipes *~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Oct 10, 2010, 8:24 am
There's nothing better than chocolate chip cookies fresh from the oven and a large glass of cold milk...you're hungry now, aren't you???  Well, time to start baking....ENJOY! 25 Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipes by Gooseberry Patch ♥ Kim
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~♥A Little Fall Decorating ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Sep 19, 2010, 1:37 pm
Hello sweet blogging friends!  I'm finally getting around to adding some Fall touches in my home.  I thought I'd share a few with you.  One of my favorite Gooseberry Patch cookbooks...isn't the cover just darling? My little school chalkboard.  I love using my Chalk Ink Markers.My Hutch...one of ...
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Laurie Lewis - Who Will Watch the Home Place?

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Sep 16, 2010, 1:43 pm
Another favorite song I had to share...Enjoy!(Please be sure and turn off my music playlist below before watching) ♥ Kim
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~♥ They Grow Up So Fast ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Sep 6, 2010, 8:20 am
It seems like yesterday that I was putting my dear daughter on the bus for her first day of Kindergarten and here she is on her last first day of school as she enters her Senior year.It's amazing to me how time has flown by!Cherish every minute you have with your children because it seems like you b...
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~♥ Yard Sale Goodies ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Aug 23, 2010, 4:14 pm
Hello sweet blogging friends...long time no post!  I am still here, just haven't had anything to post about or so I thought.  I realized that I hadn't shared what I found yard saling back in June and here it is the end of August!  My oh my how time flies...*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*I love this b...
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Hello sweet friends...so glad that you enjoyed the video I...

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Aug 5, 2010, 9:34 am
Hello sweet friends...so glad that you enjoyed the video I posted by Miranda Lambert...that song really spoke to my heart so I just had to share it!*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*I wanted to share my latest bargain with you...I found this wreath at Michael's for $29.99...it is pretty big and was priced at $...
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Miranda Lambert - The House That Built Me

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Aug 2, 2010, 1:50 pm
I ♥ this song!  (Be sure and turn the music off below if you wish to play the video.)
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~♥ Cricut Project ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Jul 30, 2010, 3:32 pm
Hello sweet blogging friends...so sorry that I haven't been around.  I must confess that I've been playing with my Cricut...my first project you will see in the pictures below.  My dear daughter's boyfriend's graduation party is coming up tomorrow and I agreed to make the card box.    It sure w...
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~♥ There's Nothing Better ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Jul 15, 2010, 12:00 pm
than freshly laundered and ironed doilies...now to remember where each of them belongs...it may be a long afternoon!Thanks for stopping by,♥ Kim Graphic by: http://www.susanbranch.com/
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~♥ I'm So Excited ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Jul 11, 2010, 12:56 pm
I've been wanting a Cricut machine for such a LONG time...found one at Overstock.com (Click Here to go to the website).  I'm anxiously awaiting it's arrival! I've also wanted this book and bought it as well.I'm considering these early birthday presents!Do any of you have a Cricut or this sweet ...
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~♥ Church Bazaar Finds ♥~

Kimberly Shaffer posted an article on - Jun 13, 2010, 1:58 pm
Hello blogging friends...I hope you all are well.  Thank you so much for your sweet comments on my last post, "Laundry Room Update".  I do love my laundry room, but laundry isn't exactly my favorite chore so I decided to spruce it up to make it a more cheerful place to be. Several weeks ago, our ...
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