And so it begins...

Once I get my mind set on something, I have to do it right then and there.  There is no holding back.  I have a vision and I must go with it.  So basically over the course of last week and the weekend I went C-R-A-Z-Y!  And I am not done yet.  Here is a sneak peek at what occured once I got it my head that it was time to make some changes to the house. 

The first thing I did was to stain my "dining room" table.  This table is a hand-me-down from my mom.   She bought it back in either the late 70's or early 80's.  I remember having it as a kid and when we moved in to our house 9 years ago, she handed it down.  I don't have a before picture, but just know that it was in excellent shape, just an out of date stain color (yellow if you will).  So here she is after paint.  I haven't had a chance to "decorate" the room yet because of all my other projects, but when I do, you will get a peek. 

Smells Scentsy

So really quick!  I'm hosting a Scentsy Catalog party for my near and dear friend, Allison.  She has just started her business and what better way to help get her started than by having a P-A-R-T-Y?  Here is the address to her website where you can find my party:
 

https://allisonrafferty.scentsy.us/Scentsy/Home

Below are some of my faves!  Hope you have some fun and get some "smell good!"

Change of Direction

Hello Peeps!  I have been trying to come up with a better approach for this blog.  I know it has take a year (no comments from the Peanut Gallery, please).  ;-)

Over the past year I have been exploring DIY projects and a few redos on my own home.  Therefore, in addtion to family posts, recipes, and just run of the mill everyday things, I think I will take on a change of direction and post some of my DIY projects.  Needless to say I have not been very good at taking "before" photos, but I do have some after shots. 

I need to gather all my photos, so in the meantime, here are some pics of my handsome little man to tide you over until next time.  Thanks and talk soon!

Where Have I Been?

I can't quite answer that question except that I couldn't think of anything to write about.  I'm sure there has been something, but I guess I will post it all in one.



Since the last post Lucas has lost a second tooth.  He cracks me up because he actually pulled this one on his own which prompted a visit from the "tooth lady."  Ha! 

 

The Tooth Lady



 

2 teeth gone.



We have begun T-ball Season.  Lucas is playing short stop, which is pretty impressive (to me at least) considering this is only his second year.  He is holding his own.  If a ball is hit you will find him chasing after it.  He is aggressive, which is a good thing.  Last year he played in the dirt, picked his nose, and picked flowers.  This year is definitely a step up.

Allie graduated from college last weekend too!  That was so exciting.  I have pictures, but they will have to wait until another time.  I'm just so proud of her I can hardly stand it!  Love that girl!




Grad calling everyone after the big moment.




Sydney, Melinda, Allie & My Mom




Allie & Brandon




Allie & Melinda




Sydney & Allie




Me & Allie




Melinda and Mom




Table we did for the after party/Derby.




Sydney, Melinda & Allie



Finally, we are leaving on Saturday for Florida for our first family trip to Disney World!  Lucas cannot wait to go to "Mickey's Castle!"  Me either for that matter.  This is going to be a blast.  Lots of pictures will definitely follow that trip.

Water for Elephants

I have been waiting for Water for Elephants (the movie) since the day I finished the book.  I fell in love with the characters right off the bat.  Who would have thought that I could relate to a bunch of carnies?  Ha!  The movie company has been promoting this flick and torturing me with short trailers, but the time has come.  The movie will be released this Friday, Good Friday!  They couldn't have picked a better day, except that I probably won't see it for another week.  Ugh!  Regardless, I am looking forward to seeing it in the theater ASAP!  C'mon girls...let's get our group together for a trip to the movies!