intentional living, little by little
July 8, 2024
If you didn’t think I was an odd duck before, this will probably convince you: I like to read the local obituaries...
August 12, 2024
A theme I keep coming back to in 2024 is the idea that despite what society tells us, we are not machines. Have you ever noticed the language we’ve adopted that is completely technology/machine-focused?
June 17, 2024
Lately, I’ve been thinking about the concept of enemies. I’ve been reading the current news stories about skirmishes and wars around the world. I’ve also been reading about past conflicts in history and the lasting repercussions of war on a person’s psyche...
April 15, 2024
Guys. There’s a name for my piles of unread books! It’s an anti-library!
January 15, 2024
I recently fell down a Youtube rabbit hole where multiple, seemingly unrelated videos expressed their difficulties with life outside of technology... I watched these videos with such a sadness in my heart. What is happening to us as a society?
Sometimes life gets so busy that I forget to notice and appreciate the little things. Here are some of the things I am loving this week:
I WANT TO REMEMBER… how D is calling everybody “big guy” after hearing his Daddy call him that for so long.
I WANT TO REMEMBER… how M’s idea of “cleaning” is shoving all of his toys into one corner of the room. He’s just so proud though when he shows me – I don’t have the heart to correct him!
I WANT TO REMEMBER… how J babbles to himself as he plays. He has lots to say!
I WANT TO REMEMBER… D and his “pow-ahs” (powers). He takes two receiving blankets and swings them around in the air, declaring, “Watch out for me supah powahs!” Reason #1000 why having little boys in the house is AWESOME!
I WANT TO REMEMBER… how among the long list of what he wants to be when he grows up, M wants to be a “Police Department-er”. 🙂
I WANT TO REMEMBER… how incredibly great it is to hear the beginnings of brother conversations. D is really talking and expressing himself lately and the big boys have been coming up with some great games and adventures. The latest convo overheard while building with blocks:
D: Whatchu makin’? I makin’ a robot.
M: I’m making a tower.
D: Cool dude!
My cup runneth over.
The living room is arguably our favorite room in our home. We have lots of natural light and there is plenty of room to run and play. But I’ve always had a love/hate relationship with it. Too mismatched and not really fulfilling our need for organization. And with three boys, you know we need organization and storage!! So, last fall before the baby came, I started working on my vision for a cohesive look in the room. We were able to get the big pieces I wanted, like a pull-out sofa for guests and a comfy armchair, but the little details were pushed aside…until now!
So here is my inspiration for finishing up this room:
1. Inspired by Young House Love, I’m thinking of having a console table behind the sofa, DIY style. I really love the cubbies for baskets on either side, so we can put all the boys’ toys away and out of sight when not in use.
2. This bench is narrow enough that it doesn’t take up too much space and can serve two purposes: as a coffee table or also as more seating, if necessary. It’s on sale at PB but I’m wondering if we can DIY it ourselves when we make #1.
3. We hope to replace our worn carpet soon with hardwood flooring. I think this soft, shag rug would help ground the couch and coffee table and add some neutral tones to the room.
4. I like this fabric and this fabric, so I think I am going to make pillows for the couch and armchair.
5. I once heard on a blog that her “home colors” came from a vintage map. I think that would describe our home as well! We are going to buy a vintage looking map here and frame it out with molding. It will go above the couch.
6. I’d like to find two neat lamps like these (picture is from YHL) for behind the couch on the console table.
I’m really excited to get this room exactly like I have envisioned in my head. Now to decide which project to tackle first! What about you? Any redecorating going on in your home?
Good morning, friends! I hope you had a fun and relaxing weekend. Here are a few things we are up to lately:
FOOD…
cookbook and I wonder if that may help with some ideas. CRAFTY…
PRE-K…
. I have been searching the Internet for apple activities and recipes. If you have a great craft or recipe or have seen something cute on a website, please share it with me in the comments! 
. Do you have any recommendations? Have a great week!