My grandma had this special drawer in her house where she kept what she called 'odds and ends'. Sometimes, we would find the most unique things in her odds and ends drawer. I think it was her catch all for busy days. When she wasn't sure what to do with something...it was filed in the odds and ends drawer. She probably had 8,000 band-aids, an old packet of vintage kool aid, $1,000 in pennies, thread, shoe polish, pens, tape, cut out recipes, unidentified family photos, and probably the cure for the common cold stashed in her odds and ends drawer!

As we close this issue, this is our odds and ends page. Things that we think are worthwhile, but they didn't make it into an article, so they're here...on the odds and ends page. Clearly unique to our online magazine, but we like to be different. We've got a few more ideas for decorating incorporating tins; creating a 'Devotion Jar' as a gift; and this issue has some ideas for Mother's Day...from 'For your Heart and Home'.

We hope this issue has touched your heart, and inspired you to create memories in your home. Please feel free to send us your comments, thoughts, and suggestions by clicking here. If you have an article your would like to submit for review for publication in 'For your Heart and Home, click here. Thank you for taking time to join us on these pages. 

Blessings and have a wonderful Spring!

Shelly Thompson
Editor and Publisher, For your Heart and Home

For your Heart and Home 
A publication of The Notebook Cafe and Millie's Vintage and Home Decor
10,000 NW 70th Street
Johnston, Iowa

Email thecafe@thenotebookcafe.com

Perfect floral holders!  

Vintage tins are perfect for florals and greenery. The rustic graphics and tones of the tins blend well with almost any style decor. Even if your home is more modern, tucking a vintage tin with a floral looks great! Also...a great Mother's Day gift! 

​Encouragement in a Jar...a great gift! 

Clear vintage jars make great gifts. We used an inexpensive book from the Dollar Store with beautiful devotions on paper that had a cottage look. Then selected seven (one for each day of the week) devotions and carefully tore them from the book, rolled them and secured with a rubber band (you could use ribbon); and added seven tea bags. This allows the recipient to have tea and a special devotion for a week to lift their spirits. This gift is perfect for someone who needs some encouragement, but it's also great just because you want to share God's love. Click here for a brief video explaining the 'Devotion Jar'.  

Let us Restyle your space. 

Welcome to easy home REstyling…….
Update.Your.Space by Millie McKeever’s Vintage & Home Decor.

…we make it easy to update your space. We’re the original ‘design on a dime’ thinkers. From restyling a mantle, reworking items to set on your kitchen counters…or an entire room, we love small hour long projects (that give you a quick refresh)…or larger projects that reconfigure furniture placement, styling, lighting, and accessories. Let us REimagine your existing decor. REstyle your space. REnew your love for your home. Then you RElax and enjoy…and you won't lose sleep over the cost! 

…You’ve been waiting for this. Call for details 515-745-0476, or click here to email!

Mother's Day Gift ideas that we love...that support our small business too! 
Click here to see all of our currently available online items!

Repurposed Military Tent Canvas Bags - Millie McKeever's Vintage & Home Decor offers these amazing vintage styled bags made from recycled military tent canvas. They are truly one of a kind and have been places that we will never know. They are very durable. The inside is beautifully lined with white and blue ticking. Most have zipper pockets on the back that are also lined. These bags will last for years and carry the memories from the field.
The 5th Street Candle Collection was created to share the stories of the women of 5th Street from the book ‘Heart of a Warrior’, now in its fifth printing (click here to learn more here about 'Heart of a Warrior' - A Legacy of Faith). These one-of-a-kind unique candles bring the devotions in 'Heart of a Warrior' to life. The simple brown tag on the candles have their favorite recipe (often it's the very scent the candle was created from) and part of their encouraging story. There's a link on our website to learn even more about the faithful women of 5th Street.  These candles light the flame of hope and encouragement. 

The candles are made locally in Walnut, Iowa with pure soy and exceptionally high quality ingredients made only in the USA. These special candles tell a story. They're different. Just like the neighborhood on 5th Street, when you light the flame, you'll remember...a place where your memories and 5th Street intersect and your home is filled with the scent of cherished memories and happiness.

These candles are special...because they've been created to honor real people, real lives, and real women who had a story to tell. Welcome to 5th Street, relax sweet friend, you've found a place that is warm and welcoming. 

The perfect Mother's Day gift...signed by the author

'Heart of a Warrior'
A Forty-day Devotional sharing a Legacy of Faith

By Shelly Thompson 
​Written after the passing of her mother, Shelly Thompson's book, 'Heart of a Warrior' in its 4th printing and has received wonderful reviews. Written by Shelly Thompson, Publisher of The Notebook Cafe, you'll love the real life devotions God wrote on her heart as a young girl growing up on 5th Street in an old neighborhood known as Highland Park...a miniature Mayberry...surrounded by her parents, grandparents, and a tribe of faithful widowed women (different shapes and sizes of Aunt Bee).

This book is a forty-day legacy devotional with encouraging battle strategies, and real devotions for all seasons in life. You'll also find journal pages for you to write down you own memories. 
 
Your heart will be touched, changed, revived, restored...and prepared to leave a legacy of faith for the next generation.
    
Click here and read what Karen Abercrombie (Miss Clara from the movie War Room) has to say about 'Heart of a Warrior'.  You can also order the book here with free shipping. 

​Need a get-a-way...or a special gift for MOM?

Need a get-a-way to relax and refresh...have family coming that need a comfortable and cozy place to stay...or, need a Mother's Day Gift that will WOW MOM? We found the place...they are pet friendly, of course...and you'll love the full hot breakfast buffet included with your stay! 

From the beautiful fireplace, outdoor firepit, amazing pool and hot tub area...to the canoe hanging on the wall...and the many details that make you feel like you are truly staying in a cabin, but with all the conveniences of a luxury hotel...you'll love Wildwood Lodge. 

You'll welcome the rustic and laid back comfortable hotel with the northern lodge feel. It's truly a cabin in the woods atmosphere. You can come down for coffee and a relaxing visit with family or friends by the fireplace, or curl up with a good book. Want to do some family bonding? After spending time at the firepit, use the board games in the spacious lobby to enjoy time with family and friends. You'll love the staff and the environment they create for guests. The Wildwood is truly an exceptional place to stay...it's not just a hotel, it's an experience!

SPECIAL - If you call directly to the hotel to make reservations and use the code WILD...you'll save 10%! You can click here to call for reservations or information.