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3 Coffee Table Books for the Creative

July 14

ohjoybook

Raise you hand if your a creative person who loves to have all your favorite Pinterest ideas in a book. Well, I have some coffee table books that are like Pinterest and Tumblr combined on your coffee table. Then I have 3 books straight from my Amazon cart. They have beautiful pictures and they are for the creative person with…

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House & Home

Cactus Flower Pot Garden

July 12

cactus flower pot garden

Cactus flower pot gardens are all over Pinterest, Instagram and Tumblr. I love how they are easy to put together with the right tools. Ever wonder how to transplant a cactus? Well, I didn’t know the secret was grab a pair of tongues from the kitchen. Maybe not the actual tongues you use for everyday meals, but get you some…

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Food

Pineapple Infused Lemonade

July 3

I’m a southern belle who can hand roll fresh lemonade with the best of them. But honestly ain’t nobody got time for that Martha Stewart honor badge. I’m just saying we can get honor badges another day for fresher squeezed lemondae. Today I’m sharing my fake it to you make it pineapple infused lemonade recipe. First, go to grocery store…

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Food

Summer Grilling – BBQ Side Dishes

July 2

What do you bring to a family BBQ? Know any great BBQ side dishes? If not, then you should try the Suddenly Salad Pastas and Grains. There are many options and so many ways you can prepare them as BBQ side dishes.  Today, I am partnering with Publix’s and Suddenly Salad to bring you a Southwest inspired side dish that’s perfect for…

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Garden

Indoor Garden – Herbs

June 29

indoor garden herb

Join me as I plan my indoor garden with herbs. I’m not an award wining chef or anything, but I know fresh herbs always makes chicken or fish better. I love the idea of cutting fresh herbs as I cook a stir fry or roast a chicken. I have a very romantic train of thought when it comes to planing…

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DIY

Wall Decoration Ideas – DIY Abstract Painting

June 27

Wall Decoration Ideas - DIY Abstract Painting

My entryway has been a hard thing to put together since moving last summer. I have tried to figure out what wall decoration ideas I loved most or wanted to try. The space is coming together and I decided on some art work. I had a 50% off coupon to Micheal’s and took advantage of the largest canvas for $19.99….

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Home Decor

Boho Chic – Summer Patio

June 22

bohochicsummer

Boho chic is without doubt on my radar for summer.   What is boho chic? It can mean a lot of things to whom ever you ask, but for me I’m little boho country this summer. My idea of boho chic summers includes lots of candles, comfortable chairs, cotton blankets and night breezes. The cool summer nights are my inspiration for this mood board….

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I am Carla Bethany Hayden, an Atlanta based Home Decor Blogger. I love mixing patterns and fun colors. I welcome you to my online home. Have seat stay awhile and let me know if you have any questions. When I am not blogging here you can find me on Instagram @itscarlabethany.



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There are no words to describe my love for my Mama There are no words to describe my love for my Mama fully. She was my biggest fan, my greatest supporter, and the one who helped me navigate life through its many ups and downs. She prayed for me, encouraged me, and always believed in me, even when I doubted myself.

I owe her my life's work and every accolade I've achieved. She saw me through undergrad, guided me as I navigated Corporate America—even though she had never experienced it herself—and kept me grounded through it all. 

She prayed with me in moments of joy and in times of need. She stood proudly by my side on my wedding day and cried with me through some of the most challenging moments of my life.

My mom saved my life in more ways than I can count. Her love and guidance shaped the person I am today, and her passing has forever changed me.

On November 26, 2024, Esther Gleaton went home to be with her ancestors. I find comfort in knowing she is finally at rest, free from pain, and in eternal peace. 

My mother bravely faced a short but aggressive battle with Plasma Cell Leukemia, spending 72 days fighting inpatient at the Northside Hospital Cancer Bone Marrow Transplant Unit. She fought with courage, grace, and incredible strength.

In sickness and health, my father, Orbie Gleaton, was by her side daily. He saw her through the very dark days and celebrated the joyful moments with her. 

His love and devotion to my mom never wavered—he never left her side. The love they shared is eternal and serves as a beautiful testament to the bond they built together.

Mama, your love will guide me forever. You are my heart, and I will carry you with me always.

Angela, Orbie, Carla, Carmelia & Amelia we will take care of Daddy. 🤍🕊️ #Multiplemyeloma #cancersucks  #plasmacellleukemia
#mlk #drking #mlk #drking
Imagine being enslaved then generations later they Imagine being enslaved then generations later they try and steal the land from your family. ✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾

As we proceed (God is doing a great work)
Is that this work
Did not begin with you (God is doing a great work)
Our mothers' mothers 
And fathers' fathers 
Planted seeds
When we were but the faint notion of a dream 
In their mind
They hope for a harvest a legacy, a great work
So make your next step forward
Help us to connect the dots and see
"Wherever you go in this world you will never be a "Wherever you go in this world you will never be alone. You carry with you the hopes and prayers of the ancestors. There will be days in this life when you feel alone, but know that the ancestors are with you. When you go for that job interview remember that you are carrying the ancestors with you. Everyone who has ever cared for and prayed for you goes with you when you are alone. Some of those people will never get to have your experiences or go in those boardrooms, but you carry them with you. You are the manifestation of an impossible dream - through middle passage, slavery, reconstruction, Jim Crow, segregation, civil rights - they believed that it was possible. My sister(s) you will never be alone because we all go with you."— Maya Angelou

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