Why I love Thrift Store Shopping

Some people say Facebook is the devil. As for me I say it's a blessing. I can't always get out and drive around to go thrifting so I 'liked' a bunch of local thrift stores who just so happen to post pictures of their items on their facebook page. 


A local shop Marpie's Thrift and Antique Store has two very wonderful pieces that I have been looking for--one for the boy's room the other for mini me's room. I'm hoping I can convince DH to help me collect these this coming weekend so I can gets-ta-paintin'!

Now I just have to decide what colors I want. For the night stand--something bold (of course) and the desk since it will be in the boy's room something a little more subtle. Oh the possibilities!!!

Why dinosaurs make for interesting conversation.

I've been toying with several themed ideas for the boys room and it's between dinosaurs and pirates. He loves both--but I think he's starting to lean towards the dinosaurs a little more. I think I have the only 2 year old in the world who will correct you on the proper pronunciation of a dinosaurs name and let you know exactly what they eat and how they walk. I'm a proud proud mama.

Since I've been looking for paint colors to paint the furniture in his room--I'm leaning more towards the Benjamin Moore brand of paint. I've heard nothing but great things about this brand so I think this may be my next endeavor.

Proud Mama

Today I am a proud mother because my son, niece and nephew all had their baptism and dedication. It was a very special moment, that I had been waiting for, for quite sometime and while he (they) maybe to young to know what's going on or to even realize the effects of this, I know that I can now set them upon a path of righteousness.

Leading by example of faith is something I have always truly believed in, and the little ones will have a very strong community of faith supporting them every step of the way.

Happy Sunday everyone!!

DIY Project: The Boy's Room

I love this Abascus from CB2. What I don't love is the price. $149 is a bit too pricey for my blood--so like any thrifty stay at home mom I have decided to create the ULTIMATE DO IT YOURSELF project.

This project is going to take some time to complete at I try and figure out where to get the materials from, but I think it would make a great little addition to the boy's room.

As soon as I get started I will keep you all update on my progress. I'm thinking I should be done by his birthday. Or at least before I'm due

The Boy has Mono

My dear sweet angel has mono. A mother's worst nightmare. Why and how a two year can catch it, is beyond me. Poor dear is so sick. I'm glad I listened to my instinct and took him to the doctor's this morning. He wasn't feeling well and I knew he needed to see someone. I just didn't think it would be this.