Latest At Living Large: It’s August

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Just yesterday it was May 15th and I was planting tender seedling in my garden. At least it seems like it. This summer is just flying by.

I took the month of July off from blogging to focus on organizing my little business and work in the yard. I got a little of the blog work done but the bulk of my time was spent outside.

We built a new greenhouse that now “Handy” is referring to as the conservatory. It’s still not completely finished but it will be in a few days. Here’s what it looks like now

A small, white garden shed with glass double doors open, revealing a cozy, well-lit interior with shelves, decor, and a chandelier. The latest addition is surrounded by greenery and trees.

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We are working feverishly to put the finishing touches on everything before we host a shower for a family friends daughter in a week.

I’m in a real battle with the deer in my yard. I have never had deer jump the fence and go into my vegetable garden. Well that has happened this year and I’m furious. I’m close to hanging a hammock in the garden and camping out to protect my veggies.

Latest white folding chairs are arranged among raised garden beds filled with green plants and flowers, with a white picket fence and trellis in the background on a sunny day.
This is my current attempt to keep the deer out of the garden.

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Hi, I’m Lynn

I traded corporate life for cozy living and now share how to make small spaces feel beautifully intentional.

With a love of vintage finds, organized chaos (emphasis on organized), and a handy husband who builds my wild ideas, I’m here to show that living large isn’t about square feet—it’s about heart, style, and good bones.

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4 Comments

  1. I really like your posts.

    Your grandbaby is a doll!

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    1. Thank you so much Tracey – You are so sweet! Thanks for being here.

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  2. Have u tried an electric fence around your garden? We have dreadful deer intrusion and we have 3 areas that we use the “gentle zap” barrier for. Typically used in farming but really is helpful to us in the suburbs.

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    1. Hi Mary – We can’t have fences but this might be an option since I know many people have them for their dogs. I’m going to have to look into that. Great idea!

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