OUR MANOR HISTORICAL BUILDING RENOVATION PROJECT
Welcome to Our Manor Historical Building Renovation Project. This 118-year-old building on Main Street is becoming our forever home. We’re bringing back its old-world charm with European-inspired details and simple, practical updates. Every step honors the past while making space for modern, cozy living. Here, we share our process—restoring original features, tackling DIY projects, and creating a home full of heart. If you love historic homes and slow renovation stories, you’ll feel right at home here.
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Ever notice how the moment you don’t feel well, all you want is a warm bowl of soup? 🍲![]()
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I’ve been under the weather this week, and it’s reminded me how much a warm bowl of soup can comfort you. ![]()
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It also has me extra excited because Savory Soup Sundays are coming soon!![]()
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Every Sunday in September and October, I’ll be sharing a brand-new homemade soup recipe that’s perfect for cozy evenings, busy weeknights, and those days when you just need a little comfort in a bowl.![]()
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Until then, I’m sharing one of my favorite under-the-weather soups in the comments. ❤️![]()
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What’s your go-to comfort soup? Let me know below. I might even get a little inspiration for this year’s Soup Sundays!![]()
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XO,![]()
Bri
There’s nothing better than a slow morning with a stack of warm, golden sourdough waffles (or pancakes!) 🧇✨![]()
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This recipe is flexible depending on your schedule. You can make the batter the same day, or let it ferment overnight for a deeper sourdough flavor and a little more convenience in the morning.![]()
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They’re hearty, delicious, and perfect for meal prep! Make a big batch, freeze the extras, and then just pop them in the toaster or toaster oven for an easy breakfast on busy mornings. They’re great for kids, quick weekday breakfasts, or anyone who wants something homemade without the extra work.![]()
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If you want to take this recipe to the next level, try making it with freshly milled whole wheat flour. The flavor is incredible. It adds a beautiful nuttiness and depth that you just don’t get from regular flour, while also giving you the benefits of using the whole grain, including more fiber and nutrients.![]()
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But don’t worry if you don’t have a grain mill! These sourdough waffles are still absolutely delicious with the flour you have on hand.![]()
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A little sourdough magic, a little preparation, and breakfast is ready to go. 🤎![]()
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Recipe is linked below!
If your mornings are anything like mine, having breakfast already made can make all the difference.![]()
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These high-protein breakfast burritos are packed with chicken, eggs, bacon, black beans, and cheddar cheese, then toasted until they’re golden and crispy. They’re perfect for meal prep, freeze beautifully, and make busy mornings so much easier.![]()
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I love making a batch at the beginning of the week so breakfast is ready in just a few minutes. They’re filling, delicious, and made with simple, wholesome ingredients.![]()
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I’ll link the full recipe in the comments if you’d like to make a batch for yourself!
There was a time when I thought happiness would come when I finally reached the next milestone.![]()
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Now, I’m starting to realize it was here all along.![]()
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Fresh herbs growing in the garden. Chickens wandering around the backyard. An old brick building covered in vines. A dog resting in the shade. Sitting in a lawn chair at the end of the day, listening to the sounds of summer.![]()
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It’s not a perfect life, but it’s one I’m incredibly grateful to be building.![]()
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Maybe happiness isn’t always something we find. Maybe it’s something we create, one small moment at a time.![]()
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What simple thing has brought you joy lately? 🌿
If your family loves soft sandwich bread but isn’t a fan of traditional crusty sourdough loaves… you need to try this one. ![]()
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This sourdough discard sandwich bread has become one of my favorite ways to use my starter because it’s soft, fluffy, and perfect for everyday sandwiches, toast, and lunchbox meals.![]()
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The best part? It’s a same-day sourdough recipe made with simple, wholesome ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. No waiting days for a loaf to be ready.![]()
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It has all the delicious flavor of sourdough, but with that classic soft texture that even the pickiest bread lovers enjoy.![]()
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If you’ve been wanting to get more sourdough into your family’s meals, but they don’t love artisan-style loaves, this might be the recipe that wins them over. 🍞![]()
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Recipe link in the comments!