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A little photo shoot doesn’t disturb Rudy! 🥰🐶 . . We were so excited to have Paul @couriertribunephotog photograph our farmhouse this week! I always learn so much when I get to watch a real photographer at work. . . Check out this stunning capture of Rudy! ❤️ . . We had approximately 24 hours to get some serious Christmas on! 🤪🤪 . . When our local newspaper called about a feature article for their magazine, we were ready to go into whirlwind decorating mode to get the house ready for their deadline. . . We are thrilled and honored that our little farmhouse is being considered for the December issue! . . PS.... don’t look to close! There’s no telling what we didn’t get put away. 😜😜🙈 . . Garland - @balsamhill 📸credit: @couriertribunephotog . . #thepondsfarmhouse #mycountryhome #mysouthernliving #myfleamarketstyle #cottagestylemagazine #bhghome #whitefarmhouse #minigoldendoodle #thefarmhousemovement #bhghowiholiday #sweetcountryhomes #farmhousefeatures #southernladymag #christmasporch #goldendoodlestyle #itsbeginningtolookalotlikechristmas #photoshoot #magazineshoot #balsamhill (at Birkhead Mountains Wilderness) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4paCoBAGgr/?igshid=1jda8htse8zws

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Porch weather is almost here! . . I keep saying that but what’s up with this record breaking heat? 🥵 . . Today is the last day of excessive heat here in the South! (HOPEFULLY) 🤞🤞 . . I’m told tomorrow should be 20-30 degrees cooler! It will be perfect for porch sitting! 😁 . . My daughter and SIL are coming for the weekend! So if you need me, you can find me right here! . . I’m also hoping to share my full porch tour with you this weekend! If you watched my stories, you know Fedex is holding my wreath hostage. It’s the craziest thing! 😜😜 AND, it’s not EVEN funny anymore! 😱😱 I need my wreath! . . Tell me what plans you have for this first weekend of October!! . . #fallporchdecor #thepondsfarmhouse #mycountryhome #mysouthernliving #myfleamarketstyle #cottagestylemagazine #bhghome #whitefarmhousedecor #autumnvibes🍁 #showoffyourseasonaldecor #thefarmhousemovement #sweetcountryhomes #farmhousefeatures #southernladymag #fleamarketdecor #prettyporchesandpatios #southernporch #frontporchsitting #stylingmyseasons #fallfoliageandpumpkins #farmhousestylewelove #yourinspireddesign #fabulousfarmhousefriday (at Birkhead Mountains Wilderness) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4njwItgPvL/?igshid=2n0w59ztmt84

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Are you getting cozy?? 🥰 . . I love what I call “bankee” weather! . . To create a cozy feel, I use lots of throw pillows and blankets aka bankee’s! 🥰 . . I don’t think you can have to many of either. 🤗 . . You must have soft lighting to create a cozy room. All my lights have dimmers and I never turn them up bright! 💡 . . It’s easy and inexpensive to install dimmers on your light switches and certainly expands your lighting options. Even my porch lights have dimmers! 😍 . . I also love candle light and this new candle from @cozy_living_candle_co is perfect to add to that cozy feel. Plus, they have so many wonderful fragrances to choose from. Beware, you may be tempted to take a bite of the Spiced Caramel 😋! The room smell yummy even when it isn’t burning. 😋 . . You can save 20% if you use my discount code - RAHRAGS20 through November 21 #ad - link in my stories today! . . What are some ways you add that cozy feel to your home? 🤔 . . Sources: • Sofa @klaussnerhomefurnishings • Candle @cozy_living_candle_co • Thankful Pillow linked on photo • Pumpkins @vintagecottage150 • Pumpkin pillow @marshalls • Throw blanket - linked from my Profile under Amazon Shop. • Tool Box and most accessories #thriftstorefinds . . “Bankee” - the constant companion of my daughter from birth - 4 yrs! Side note: do you know how hard it is for spell check to let me type bankee? 😜 . . #thepondsfarmhouse #mycountryhome #mysouthernliving #myfleamarketstyle #cottagestylemagazine #bhghome #whitefarmhousedecor #modernfarmhouse #industrialfarmhouse #thefarmhousemovement #bhghowiholiday #sweetcountryhomes #farmhousefeatures #southernladymag #fleamarketdecor #candles #cozylivingcandleco #cozydecor #shiplapwalls (at Birkhead Mountains Wilderness) https://www.instagram.com/p/B39bj7eg1p0/?igshid=1p83c83d7wogd

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Warm autumn feels! 🍂 . . Slowly my fall table has evolved! Here are the highlights!! . . @dollartree burnt orange plates combine with handmade grapevine wreaths and #thriftstorefinds wheat 🌾 plates! . . The wooden turkeys received a coat of #anniesloanchalkpaint in Barcelona Orange and make perfect place cards where names will be handprinted in time for the dinner party! . . Thrift store glass globes combine with painted tuna tins & more handmade grapevine wreaths to create a flickering centerpiece which is corralled on this stunning wooden tray from @vintagecottage150 🧡. For a little extra shine a mercury glass pumpkin from @marshalls helps reflect the candlelight. . . The thrift store sign received a coat of orange paint and new vinyl lettering was applied! . . Rustic, inexpensive, DIY and finally done 🤪🤪! Swipe for a close up view! . . Have a blessed Monday! . . #thepondsfarmhouse #mycountryhome #mysouthernliving #myfleamarketstyle #cottagestylemagazine #bhghome #whitefarmhousedecor #woodsandwhites #thefarmhousemovement #sweetcountryhomes #bhghowiholiday #sweetcountryhomes #farmhousefeatures #southernladymag #fleamarketdecor #givemethedesigndeets #myvintagetoucheshome #howwefarmhouse #designthatsdevine #farmhousedecormonday #vintagehomecrush #mystyleoffarmhouse #thedesigntwinslovefall (at Birkhead Mountains Wilderness) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3o3kWMAwMH/?igshid=7tnv7wln28i1

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Did you hear that? . . If it was around 3:30 EST yesterday and then it was me, screaming 😱 for joy and there might have been a few tears 😭 as well! . . Y’all I’m so excited to finally have a copy of @countrysamplerfarmhousestyle 💃💃 . . I never dreamed that my home would be in a magazine, much less on the cover! 🙈🙈 . . It’s a dream come true and I’m still not believing it really happened to this country girl from Asheboro! . . Y’all have all been so encouraging and uplifting since I started this journey. Without your comments and sweet words, I wouldn’t be here today! Each comment truly means the world to me! You lift me up daily and I’m truly blessed with the best friends on here! 😘 . . Thanks to Anne Gridley @gridleygraves for seeing potential in my photos and for making my house shine in the magazine! Anne and Gary did such a great job and the day they were in my house, was a day I’ll never forget! 🧡🧡 . . I also feel so blessed that @countrysamplerfarmhousestyle chose my home! The pictures, the decor, the information is all mine! They didn’t try to change my style to meet their needs! . . I’m thrilled to be in the company of the other featured homes because I’ve been a fan of their accounts since I began my journey! Be sure to check out their lovely homes @vintageporch @oldetymemarketplace @beneathmyheart . . I also want to say that I couldn’t have done any of this without my husband @dirtroadpirate 🧡🧡. He helped me every step of the way, even though he’s referred to as Rachel’s husband! 🤪🤪😜. We had a good laugh about that. BTW - his name is Brad or just Rachel’s husband! He answers to both! 🤪🤪😂 . . #thepondsfarmhouse #mycountryhome #mysouthernliving #myfleamarketstyle #cottagestylemagazine #bhghome #whitefarmhousedecor #woodsandwhites #thefarmhousemovement #sweetcountryhomes #bhghowiholiday #sweetcountryhomes #farmhousefeatures #southernladymag #fleamarketdecor #excitingnews #magazinecover #magazinearticle #asheborolife #hometowngirl #asheboromagazine #thrivemagazineasheboro (at Asheboro, North Carolina) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3hR_QggVv-/?igshid=18qdx25igcri4

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Rudy is so happy we’re home! 😃 . . We were only gone one night but he’s been extra Velcro since we got back. 🥰🐶 . . He acted out a little (2 rugs destroyed😱)while we were gone! . . But he’s so sweet! Who could stay mad at that face? Swipe for a close up. 🐶🥰 . . It’s amazing how far behind I feel today! Got lots to catch up on! . . Well, Fall is definitely here this morning! 47 degrees requires all my blankets for porch sitting. . . Hopefully, it will warm up and I’ll show you what we’re up to today at #thepondsfarmhouse . . Happy Friday! 🧡🧡 . . #mycountryhome #mysouthernliving #myfleamarketstyle #cottagestylemagazine #bhghome #whitefarmhousedecor #porchdecor #thefarmhousemovement #sweetcountryhomes #bhghowiholiday #sweetcountryhomes #farmhousefeatures #southernladymag #fleamarketdecor #minigoldendoodle #goldendoodlestyle #minigoldendoodlepuppy #minigoldendoodlesofinstagram #goldendoodlestyle (at Birkhead Mountains Wilderness) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3emr28ANeh/?igshid=neq05s5hgou6

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Welcome to my home! 🍁🍂 . . I love when the weather allows me to throw these doors wide open! ☀️ . . Unfortunately, this only occurs occasionally! . . Usually, it’s to hot, to cold, to much pollen, or to many bugs. 😱😱 . . This has been one of those rare weeks and I’m loving it! 🥰🥰 . . Are you getting ready, TO GET READY, for the weekend? We are heading home today, so we can get ready, to get ready! 😘 . . Sources: Wreaths: @floraltreasure Rug: @piperclassics Coffee table @chartreusebarn Lots of DIY by @rahrags . . #thepondsfarmhouse #mycountryhome #mysouthernliving #myfleamarketstyle #cottagestylemagazine #bhghome #whitefarmhousedecor #woodsandwhites #thefarmhousemovement #sweetcountryhomes #bhghowiholiday #sweetcountryhomes #farmhousefeatures #southernladymag #fleamarketdecor #southernfrontporch #tuesdaydwellings #thedesigntwinlovefall #blameitonmyvintageheart (at Swansboro, North Carolina) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3cAQL9g74A/?igshid=1irkr09zys18m

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The Fall Porch! FINALLY 🍂🍁🍂 . . Ok it went like this.... it took forever to get my porch together this year🤪 . . First, I spent way to much money on fall plants in early September and they promptly died 💀 due to the excessive heat! 🥵 . . Then I was mad 😡 and refused to spend more money on plants so I decided I’d gathered free natural elements ( otherwise known as WEEDS) to style my porch! . . Once I had these items in place I just needed my perfect wreaths to arrive! . . (I can’t talk about it because I promised not to talk about how FEDEX HELD MY WREATHS HOSTAGE anymore). 🤫🤫🤫 . . Well, FINALLY my order for these beautiful organically grown preserved wreaths from @floraltreasure finally arrived and WOW they are STUNNING! They are the perfect compliment to these natural elements! Swipe for a close up! . . Now I’m So.........HAPPY 😆!! . . Here are some additional sources that I used - • leaf rug - @piperclassics • pumpkin pillow - @marshalls • throws - linked in profile under Amazon Store - Fall Decor • Thankful Pillow @spadeandbroom • baskets, stool, faux apples, etc - #thriftstorefinds . . #floraltreasure #preservedflower #falldecor #fallporches #fallspaceswelove #southernporchstyle #givemethedesigndeets #myvintagetoucheshome #howwefarmhouse #designthatsdevine #farmhousedecormonday #vintagehomecrush #mystyleoffarmhouse #thedesigntwinslovefall #thepondsfarmhouse #mycountryhome #mysouthernliving #myfleamarketstyle #cottagestylemagazine #bhgfall #whitefarmhousedecor #thefarmhousemovement #sweetcountryhomes #bhghowiholiday #sweetcountryhomes #farmhousefeatures #howwefarmhouse #southernladymag #fleamarketdecor (at Birkhead Mountains Wilderness) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3Wzwv1gAUA/?igshid=ppy8gsu7xipy

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Which do you prefer?? 🤔 . . A Rocking Chair or a Porch Swing? . . Both say “Southern Porch” to me!! 🧡🧡 . . So we have both! I’m always on the look out for these #kennedyrockers that were originally manufactured here in Asheboro and were made famous by President John F. Kennedy! . . The cane on this one has become brittle so I’ve added a throw! The hold up for years and are the best for Porch sitting! . . I hope you saw my full porch tour yesterday!! The highlight of the tour was my wreaths from @floraltreasure 🧡. . . Although one of them was held hostage by Fedex all week, it finally arrived Saturday 👏👏👏! . . You can see the full tour on IGTV or in my stories highlights! Let me know if you watch! . . I hope you have a blessed day and enjoy the little things this Sunday! . . #floraltreasure #thepondsfarmhouse #mycountryhome #mysouthernliving #myfleamarketstyle #cottagestylemagazine #bhghome #whitefarmhousedecor #woodsandwhites #thefarmhousemovement #sweetcountryhomes #fallfoliageandpumpkins #ourrustichavenfall #fallspaceswelove #farmhousefeatures #southernporch #prettyporchesandpatios #southernladymag #fleamarketdecor (at Birkhead Mountains Wilderness) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3R3auaA2aV/?igshid=1foyq63iitkuw

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Ok, can you tell me what’s different 🤔? . . Oh well, I guess I have to tell you because I need your help! 🤪😜 . . I just found these hand forged iron sconces for $3 each at a thrift store and I’m trying to decide if I like them better than my $1.00 each wooden thrift store sconces!! . . What do you think? . . Have a wonderful Saturday! . . #myvintageviews #fabulousfarmhousefriday #ourthriftstoredecor #saturdaysquarestopper #styledtablesaturday #farmhousepickins #sweetsaturdaysimplicity #comfycottagecharm #livingwithheart #thepondsfarmhouse #mycountryhome #mysouthernliving #myfleamarketstyle #cottagestylemagazine #bhghome #whitefarmhousedecor #woodsandwhites #thefarmhousemovement #sweetcountryhomes #farmhousefeatures #thriftstorefinds #southernladymag #fleamarketdecorating (at Birkhead Mountains Wilderness) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3PH7VaAkuf/?igshid=qbjc8qvlxhjl

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Porch weather is almost here! . . I keep saying that but what’s up with this record breaking heat? 🥵 . . Today is the last day of excessive heat here in the South! (HOPEFULLY) 🤞🤞 . . I’m told tomorrow should be 20-30 degrees cooler! It will be perfect for porch sitting! 😁 . . My daughter and SIL are coming for the weekend! So if you need me, you can find me right here! . . I’m also hoping to share my full porch tour with you this weekend! If you watched my stories, you know Fedex is holding my wreath hostage. It’s the craziest thing! 😜😜 AND, it’s not EVEN funny anymore! 😱😱 I need my wreath! . . Tell me what plans you have for this first weekend of October!! . . #fallporchdecor #thepondsfarmhouse #mycountryhome #mysouthernliving #myfleamarketstyle #cottagestylemagazine #bhghome #whitefarmhousedecor #autumnvibes🍁 #showoffyourseasonaldecor #thefarmhousemovement #sweetcountryhomes #farmhousefeatures #southernladymag #fleamarketdecor #prettyporchesandpatios #southernporch #frontporchsitting #stylingmyseasons #fallfoliageandpumpkins #farmhousestylewelove #yourinspireddesign #fabulousfarmhousefriday (at Birkhead Mountains Wilderness) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3Mgc83AQlj/?igshid=xprcsiqno1l8

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One little thing leads to another 🧡. . . Have you found that to be true??? . . I found this lovely framed needlepoint piece for only $2.00. I decided to use it on the porch behind the wreath! . . Which inspired adding some copper and some heavier pottery pieces. . . I’ve decided that this primitive cabinet that was missing her door, doesn’t really need a door after all! . . What do you think? . . #porchdecor #porchlife #thepondsfarmhouse #mycountryhome #mysouthernliving #fleamarketdecor #cottagestylemagazine #whitefarmhousedecor #woodsandwhites #thefarmhousemovement #sweetcountryhomes #farmhousefeatures #southernladymag #thriftstorefinds #antiqueshowandtell #decorbetweentheseasons #cozycottagefarmhouse #fallfoliageandpumpkins #blameitonmyvintageheart #cottagesandbungalows #myfleamarketstyle #bhghome (at Birkhead Mountains Wilderness) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3J74_kgZFA/?igshid=mf6o05s11yfw

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Dinner for two! 🍽 . . We dine casually when it’s just the two of us. . . Usually my husband prepares something on the grill or in the smoker. . . Rarely do I cook a full meal🤪🤪. . . However, I love to set a pretty table. . . Here’s our setting at the bar for Friday nights burgers! . . Sources: Plates - @thekijanicompany Chargers- @homegoods Napkins- handmade . . #diningfortwo #kijani #biodegradable #ecofriendly #thepondsfarmhouse #mycountryhome #mysouthernliving #fleamarketstylemagazine #cottagestylemagazine #whitefarmhousedecor #handmade #thefarmhousemovement #farmhousefeatures #southernladymag (at Birkhead Mountains Wilderness) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3FlamQAwQa/?igshid=1xyh61jz5j2z0

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What’s your favorite fall color? 🌾 . . It’s hard improve on what nature gives us. 🧡🍁 . . Isn’t this a perfect shade of orange! . . My porch is full of the colors of nature because I’ve mostly used free stuff! 🍁 . . Corn stakes, goldenrod, leaf branches, wheat stakes, gum balls, acorns, etc. 🧡🌾🍁🍂 . . I’ve tracked across fields and pastures to gather #naturesbounty to decorate my porch. 🤪🤪 . . I’ve been scratching in unmentionable places 🙈. But it’s all been worth it. . . Later this week I’ll share a full porch tour on stories. Stay turned. 🥰 . . Have a blessed Tuesday! 🌾🍁🌾 . . . #thepondsfarmhouse #mycountryhome #mysouthernliving #fleamarketstylemagazine #cottagestylemagazine #whitefarmhousedecor #fallporch #fallporchdecor #thefarmhousemovement #sweetcountryhomes #farmhousefeatures #southernladymag #cottagesandbungalows #vfwlovesporches #fallspaceswelove #comfycottagecharm #homewiththeseason #ourrustichavenpumpkins #thedesigntwinslovefall #simplecozynest #autumnvibes🍁 #autumninspiration #autumnporch (at Birkhead Mountains Wilderness) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3EytEJAxlo/?igshid=sslzqpxy7v1p

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Ready for a walk! 🐶🥰 . . Rudy gets so excited when I say W.A.L.K. 🥰. . . And he’s ready to go IMMEDIATELY!! All Rudy needs is his lease but he’s always waiting for me to get my gear together! 🙈🙈 . . I have to have my sunglasses 😎, my sun hat 🧢 , my walking shoes 👟 , and most importantly my music 🎵! . . It was quite a load before I got my Apple Watch and my Bluetooth wireless earphones from @sudio #ad . . They sync to my watch and I get crystal clear music without all those pesky wires. . . They are so easy to keep charged with the convenient magnetic charging case. You can swipe to see a close up. . . SUDIO is offering my followers a 15% discount when you use the code- rahrags . . Check out my stories for a link to the website or follow the link @sudio . . #wirelessheadphones #sudio #sponsored #sudiomoments #minigoldendoodle #healthylifestyle #walking #physicalfitness #exercisegear #exercisemusic #walkingtomusic #thepondsfarmhouse #goldendoodlestyle #minigoldendoodlesofinstagram #walkinggear #dogwalkinggear (at Birkhead Mountains Wilderness) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2_pFDhgFHu/?igshid=1w0xa9rvaljrb

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Dinner for two! 🥘 . . We dine casually when it’s just the two of us. . . Usually my husband prepares something on the grill or in the smoker. . . Rarely do I cook a full meal🤪🤪. I can be depended on for the side dish! . . However, I do love to set a pretty table! 🍽 . . Here’s how I styled our island bar for Friday night burgers! 😋 . . Sources: Plates - @thekijanicompany - biodegradable plates made from fallen palm leaves. They look and feel like wood plates. Chargers- @homegoods Napkins- handwoven . . What’s your plans for this Saturday? . . #diningfortwo #kijani #biodegradable #ecofriendly #thepondsfarmhouse #mycountryhome #mysouthernliving #fleamarketstylemagazine #cottagestylemagazine #whitefarmhousedecor #handmade #thefarmhousemovement #farmhousefeatures #southernladymag #diningwithkijani (at Birkhead Mountains Wilderness) https://www.instagram.com/p/B29MBBCgOoE/?igshid=9iygnvjxdbbt

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Happy Thursday! 🍁🍂🍁 . . Hoping to finish my fall decorating today 🤞🤞! 🙈🙈 . . If you are local to the TRIAD REGION of NC, be sure to check back tomorrow for details on how to win a 🧡$30.00 GIFT CARD 🧡 from @triadgoodwill ✅ . . A lot of my home decor is thrifted or repurposed and I use selected new items to fill in! 😀 . . The money I save allows me to splurge on some special home decor pieces! . . Only a few items on my porch are not thrifted or DIY! I did add some fall decor from one of my favorite stores @piperclassics 🧡🧡. . This cute leaf rug is one new item that I had to have! 🥰🥰 . . I’ve moved it to its permanent (for now) location and I can’t wait to share how stunning it looks. . . Is it cool where you are today?? Whew 🥵 again here today! . . #thepondsfarmhouse #mycountryhome #mysouthernliving #fleamarketstylemagazine #cottagestylemagazine #whitefarmhousedecor #woodsandwhites #thefarmhousemovement #farmhousefeatures #southernladymag #farmhousedesignrules #fallfoliageandpumpkins #decorbetweentheseasons (at Birkhead Mountains Wilderness) https://www.instagram.com/p/B236zCsAyZg/?igshid=1emvt59plexz