Yesterday the movers came and loaded up my daughter's belongings which were doing an interim rest in our garage until the lease on her new rental began, in a new city...
My DH and I dutifully supervised the loading in an effort to make sure the right things got on the truck. Lots of "stuff" in that garage these days...sigh.
Then we blazed the trail for the moving truck to follow us to the daughter's new place...
After days of doing battle with this summer cold,
that likes me so much it refuses to leave,
and all the hours spent coordinating this move,
I was looking forward to stealing some quiet time away
in my artsy craft room...
HOWEVER
When one walks through their back door and sees this waiting...
...evidence that there is a houseful of teen-aged boys, dreams quickly get traded for reality, don't they?
On Thursday an out of state visitor arrived to spend five days with our youngest. Since the little visitor --all 6 feet 4 inches of him--was a former neighbor and dearly loved by all, our home has become reunion central! It's amazing how many men-sized teens can bunk out for the night in one child's bedroom.
Here's hoping that one day soon a little free time will emerge so I can share some of my recent finds and catch up not only on bloggy business but also on rest and life in general. Meanwhile, I'll sneak in this latest snag...
Twenty-something dollars at a local antique shop!!! It is large...maybe 30" x 36"...and the portrait is a pencil drawing! Still not sure just exactly how I'll use this when I do some re-fluffing of our home...will probably give the frame a paint job....hubs thinks the baby looks a little creepy {WHAT?!} so maybe it will have to be replaced...
More sharing is on its way when reality begins to align itself with my dreams.
She says hopefully....
You are so funny! And I love that little toy car. CUTENESS. I also died laughing at the reality shot and the commentary. You are too funny, Sue!
I can't wait to see what you do with the baby and the frame. Neat find for a good price!
XO,
Sheila :-)
Posted by: Mrs. Magpie | Sunday, July 11, 2010 at 04:44 PM
I have to say the pile of boy shoes is most impressive to me Sue! With having only girls, I have never seen the likes! I'm sure thinking that cold needs to leave now, but if it makes you feel any better my artroom is desolate right now too. There is always hope! Rest well! XO
Posted by: Cherie Wilson | Sunday, July 11, 2010 at 08:14 PM
Oh how I MISS the days when my house was filled with the sights and sounds of teenagers!!! I even miss the garage band that used to practice in my basement and the bass guitar amp that made my antique plates rattle on the walls in my dining room!!!! Enjoy them while they're still around, Sue. They grow up and leave too quickly!!!!! Hugs, Terri xoxo
Posted by: Terri@PringleHill | Monday, July 12, 2010 at 09:53 AM
Dear Sue, I am delighted that you visited my humble blog and stayed around a while. I would have visited you sooner but have been away on vacation. I loved the photo of all the shoes. LOL...I took the same photo here at my home with the front entry way piled up with flipflops with all the company visiting us....phew! Love company but I feel like I have been cooking non stop. :) Your blog is just delightful! I hope you will become a regular visitor to The Vintage Nest. Have a super great week. xo Lynn
Posted by: Lynn @ theVintageNest | Monday, July 12, 2010 at 10:32 AM
going along merrily ... then the reality check ... too too funny ... great photos to help tell your great story dear Sue!
that pencil sketched baby does have a knowing look for its young years/months ... I take it your dh is not a big fan of your doll head collection?
that little car is really fab ... windshield wipers and everything!
hope the planets all align for you real soon, to feel better AND get some time in your studio!
It's finally raining here in Va and I could not be more pleased!
oxo
Posted by: ~*~Patty | Monday, July 12, 2010 at 03:23 PM
Sue, LOL! about your food questions you left me. I think that 1-800-Takeout may be defined as dining. Cooking involves use of real pots and pans with ingredients that are alien to the cabinets in my kitchen which house dishes, dishes, and more dishes. ;-)
XO,
Sheila
Posted by: Mrs. Magpie | Monday, July 12, 2010 at 07:14 PM