Hello There

Well, it's only been a month since my last update.  I love that this blog is something that I can always come back to. I find it fascinating that I'm one of those feast or famine kinda folks. When I look back at myself, I can honestly say I've always been that way.

But this blog is one of those things that I can say keeps me grounded.
I love going back an rereading different posts.
I love that I print them out each year, so my kids have a hard copy of all the great memories our family has created.
I love that no matter how much time passes, this blog is always here.

So what's been up lately?

Well, we've been steadily getting the rooms in this home painted. We hit a slow patch after spring break, but now all we have left is the dining room, the kitchen and the kids bathroom. Along with all the door transformations, but I keep telling myself that I'll be here for a while, so I'm not in too much of a rush. I'm learning to love the home I have. Shopping around the house to fill the spaces we call home is really bringing joy to my heart. Craig and I recently transformed a mirror my grandmother had in her home for so many years. We've had it for about 10 years, but during our last move it got cracked. I was so sad when it happened. But the new transformation has brought much joy to my heart. And I know that G.G. is smiling in Heaven knowing that her treasures are now my family's treasures!

Craig transformed my  mishap into beauty!

I hope this frame makes you as happy as it makes me G.G.

Found this great piece of artwork at Ross the other day.

Making a gallery wall to showcase our travels.  I espeically love the smiling little girl that is in no way special to us, other than the fact that she in the cutest barnwood frame ever!  Looking forward to adding a new photo of our own family soon.  Like maybe next year, sometime!

This move certainly took it's toll on me in many ways. I am slowly coming out of the fog I've been in for the past 6 months, and I am growing in so many ways. I'm letting go of things that brought me pain, and I am embracing things that bring me joy. I'm thankful that Jesus is so forgiving and offers Grace. Freely. Without it, I know I would be in a much worse place.

Until next time...