Scott and I got down to business with that wallboard in our living area, but we still have a few important steps on our kitchen transformation. There’s the structural engineer signing off on a plan and the local permit folks signing off on that same plan. There’s implementation of that plan, and then moving on…
What Would You Do: Front Door Color
Okay, here’s the question of the day: what color should I paint our front door? Right now, it’s a dark red that’s almost maroon, but not quite. It’s a nice color, but there are large holes in the door where the previous owner had a brass pineapple door knocker. And the door color just isn’t…
Because Mondays Need Pizza
Yesterday included a job interview, today included a doctor’s appointment (no big deal, just not my favorite), and last night needed to include pizza. I mean, it really needed pizza. It needed cheese and comfort and celebration and carbs. I’m trying to be healthy though, and we did have homemade pizza last week. That meant…
Learning How to Mow the Lawn and Swat Spiders Simultaneously
Ticks have been vanquished, spiders have been swatted, and the countryside (in my immediate vicinity) has been ever so slightly tamed. Sort of. When we bought our house, there were two riding mowers in the garage. We asked for the super nice one in our offer, and the owner said she couldn’t give us that…
This and That and Tequila Lime Chicken
Life is a bit weird right now. Isn’t it always? Scott’s work hours are changing semi-regularly, so we’re eating meals kind of whenever. In an attempt to make the week feel more festive, I went for the “big recipe” of the week this morning instead of Friday, as I had originally planned. Sometimes Tuesday needs…
Being Okay With Imperfection
I recently read an Etsy article (written for and distributed to people who have Etsy shops) that focused on imperfection. Apparantly, lots of Etsy crafters/artists/sellers struggle with listing items. I’m not talking about technical issues with listing items, but a struggle that comes from a desire for perfection. That’s something I can definitely relate to….
Not Entirely Country
I’ve been slowly coming to the sad realization that I might not be as “country” as I always thought. I mean, I grew up in the country (mostly), and I like the mountains and streams and trees and things. That counts, right? And I’ve been faithfully watering the veggie garden at our new house. A…
Small, but valuable. 