I have been in my house for 4 1/2 years, and I have finally painted my first room. Thanks to a nanny who spilled coffee twice in the same spot and a big, messy, slobbery dog, we are replacing our carpet in the family room. Keep in mind this is the same spot in which I sleep for 2/3 of the winter because I just can't remove myself from in front of the fireplace. My back thanks me for that. In my … [Read more...]
Des haricots froids sur du pain tout ramolli?
To stick with today's French theme, I went to a list of conversation excerpts on a website and randomly chose one. Apparently, the title translates to "Cold baked beans on soggy bread?". I typed in the word beautiful, and that is what I got. I should have known from the word froids that something wasn't right. Typical. Poor translating aside, what is it about all things French that … [Read more...]
We just got a letter!
Any Blue's Clues fans out there? Luckily, my kids are both old enough now that they're not quite into Blue anymore. However, there's always "Anna Hontannah", as my 5-year old calls her. Okay. I work outside of the home, and for anyone in the same boat, I thought of a way to connect with my kids on the mornings that I leave before they get up. I saw these mailboxes (in their unfinished … [Read more...]
P.S.
My husband would tell you that I think I'm famous for all 3 of my comments left on here, but I would like to thank those of you who have welcomed me to the blog world already. I had no doubt that people would be friendly, and you have met (and exceeded) my expectations! Thank you, again, and I continue to look forward to some new found friendships! … [Read more...]
Boxes, boxes, bo-boxes…
Do you ever buy things just because you think they're pretty--fully intending to use them for some "higher purpose"--only to get them home and use them as, well, decoration? That is my problem with boxes. I buy them, and my argument tends to be, "Well, they're not just to look at. I can use them for storage too!". Jeanette has the above boxes in her closet, and they look spectacular. Every inch of … [Read more...]
