Ever get a decorating idea in your head that keeps popping back up until you do something about it? About six months ago I became intrigued with the look of aged galvanized steel and the look of aged zinc. The idea of aged zinc had to be scrapped for two reasons; it was darker than…
Author: Grandma Grace
Shivers
Yesterday was Home Depot trip #3,489. I was perusing the light bulbs. One last bulb for the house- front porch, to be exact. We’re nearly done with our house building project. Don’t think I’ll miss driving 30 minutes to the closest Home Depot every week. My phone beeped. Text from Oldest Daughter. “New calf!” Me-…
Reverie
I can hear Husband outside the window cutting the final pieces for our little porch. What’s the big deal? The porch is the last major project in our house building adventure. Some small jobs like doorknobs, an outside light, and glass for the Craig’s List garage door remain, but we are finally on the home…
Closet System
I had the privilege of getting our new closet system this past week. Let me share some tips should you be considering a new closet system. Poor Husband. The closet system fell heavily on him. (As has the whole building project!) He hates going to Ikea, but the very reasonable cost of the system enticed…
The Prophet
Special Easter edition. Here is a short story meant to be read to school age children. Maybe you’ll want to read it to a child you love this Easter. Warning: the question at the end may start a conversation! “Hi! My name is Simeon. I’m seven years old. I woke up early this morning because…
Storytelling
Forty-nine years ago this week my mother died. She was only 55 years old and I was 16. A few days ago Husband was asking me questions about the events around her death when the tears started flowing. (you can read more here.) I’m always shocked at the raw emotion I still have about her…