Okay so the last week has been a whirlwind for me. Life threw me a curveball in the shape of some family drama. All families go through challenging times so I wont bore you with details – I’m sure you all can relate to “family stress”. For now – things have resolved on my end so I am very happy and relieved to get back on track. Its interesting how stressful events can bring to light some very important facts – for instance:
1. Family comes first!
2. Your To-Do list can wait – most of that crap isnt really important in light of #1 above.
3. You are stronger than you think!
4. This too shall pass… although surely not as soon as you would like!
Has this been your experience too?
Time for an update on our little remodel project I mentioned a week or so ago. You may recall we are re-doing our “mudroom”. Well, its almost done and the built-in organizer cabinet I helped the Finish Carpenter design turned out fabulous. I am so over the moon about it. Scott did a wonderful job as he always does and I thought you might like to see some photos.
Lower drawers designed for shoes
slotted upper cabinet for shopping bags
Charging Station!
Below Charging Station is a big cabinet with shelves
Right tall cabinet with organization and memo board
Tall left side cabinet with storage for an upright vacuum and cleaning bottles
Pretty nobs and pulls
Right now the cabinet is painted a lovely off white base. But we are working on some faux painting ideas to jazz up the exterior a bit. Also, the remaining walls of the mudroom are getting some chalk paint. When thats all completed I’ll take some more fun photos to share. I cant wait for the grand finale’ – I think its going to turn out awesome.
Want to see something else pretty? I ordered the cutest flip flops for my daughter and me. They are from Flip Out Sandals – www.flipoutsandals.com. Its a california based company that sells flip flops you can customize with various snaps that screw in at the top of the toe separator. We ordered a pink pair for both of us and an additional black pair for her. Then we got three different snaps that match with either pink or black. They are so cute and we love the fact that we can be match-matchy! Before long she surely wont want to wear anything that matches mom so I am thrilled we can enjoy these together this summer. The shoes were not very expensive – about $24.00 each. Not to bad considering they are very unique and pretty. Plus – with the various snaps you can create several looks with just one shoe.
Hey – an extra foot?!
the lips are soooo cute
hearts – go with everything!
butterflies
more snaps
