♥ There was an old woman who lived in a shoe… ♥
This cute little “condo” is from a key chain that I removed the ring from a while back, I can’t remember why now … but… It’s a good thing because we’ll be moving out of the shoe soon into a much larger home. We got word this morning via email from our loan officer that our loan has been approved and we have documents to sign either today or tomorrow! You can imagine how happy we are and how much work is in store over the course of the few weeks. I knew something great was in store for us this week when I looked out our back window yesterday evening and saw this…
What a glorious promise from God! I’ll keep you posted… I have to run now as I have a very, very, long list of “To Do’s” to conquer! I promise to keep you posted!
♥ Tiny Teapot ♥
Happy 2sday’s Toys! I came across this tiny teapot charm (part of my massive Mary Engelbreit collection) while packing and couldn’t wait to share it with you. This makes a total of four teapots I’ve shared so far in my temporary version from 2sdays Toys to Tuesday’s Tea. Speaking of tea… I had the most delicious cup of Black Chia Spice tea from Stash Teas last night. I added a generous dollop of honey and sat down to unwind after a full day of packing, packing, packing. It was absolutely delicious!
Today my cup is filled with French roast coffee with French vanilla cream. Variety is the spice of life after all! I’ve been washing my dusty baskets in the dishwasher while I scrub other seasonal decorations in the sink and wrap them and pack them! I’ve packed over thirty two boxes so far and have a very large supply of empties yet to fill up!
I JUST had a visit from this little guy. I think he saw me packing and realized that his days of visiting with me are limited. He was kind enough to nibble on a pine cone and pose for me so I could make him famous on the Internet. I will definitely miss seeing the variety of wildlife that has frequented our back deck… From the raccoons to the doe and her fawn. But it’s time to bid ado to the old and welcome the new in with open arms and a happy spirit.
♥ Brother Nature♥
Time will tell what I’ll be seeing in my back yard window this summer. I’ll be sure to share though! Well, it’s back to packing again… soon to be followed by another coffee break! I’ll see you again tomorrow with some whispers!
■ Hoarders ■
I was laying on the couch last night relaxing to some TV and as I looked around me I couldn’t help but feel “boxed” in. I have no idea how hoarders do it. I felt dirty and blocked in and almost like if I had to live this way I would surely suffocate. If you look at this picture carefully, under the clock by the fireplace…(which is broken and the landlord said he would not fix….) you will see more boxes so our TV/Relaxation area is walled by boxes. It’s disgusting! BUT… I’m thankful because I know it won’t last too long and when we move I will feel so much more free than I feel now… or have felt in years.
Today other than packing my art closet and other various parts of the house I took time to get dinner going so we have something to look forward to tonight as we sit in out “box” fort. Tonight menu is Fiesta Tacos with corn tortillas and homemade Salsa Verde. Nom Nom. I started by slicing the steak meat into thin strips and making a marinade of lime juice, garlic, a package of taco seasoning…(yes, I cheated today) and chopped up fresh Cilantro, I added a few generous dashes of Chipolte hot sauce as well. I don’t serve cheese with these tacos so they are lean mean Mexi-machines! I might serve a side of refried beans or some rice. I haven’t decided yet. I feed 2 grown hungry men so I will likely pick one or the other.
Tomorrow I’ll get out for a short while to do a bit of shopping to pick up some packing supplies and some groceries then it’s back to the work. Things are going VERY well with the bank and the title company and we are getting an awesome interest rate so we are all smile around here.
I only have one whisper today for Whispering Wednesday and that is:
I’ll keep you posted! And… take some advice if you would… When in doubt… THROW it OUT! ☺
♥ Finally! ♥
We finally got word late Friday that YES we are getting the house. It’s been a long few months hasn’t it? We are now getting the loan process rolling and we should be closing on the house on the 5th of May. What a treat. We’ll be able to move before it gets to hot from summer and hopefully just after the spring rains. We are very excited about getting into a larger place and a place to call our OWN! If I want paint the wall I don’t have to ask anyone and when I want to use the fireplace I know it will work.
So now the hardest part begins. (I thought the waiting was bad… but now the serious packing is underway. I’m getting my studio items packed up as well and that’s the hardest part. I haven’t been able to create. But I’m doing a lot do room decor and in my head! I’m super excited about hitting the stores and looking at all the new things we’ll need.
I was about to pack up this favorite gem but before I did I had to snap a picture of it for today’s Tuesday’s Toys.. which has temporarily turned into Tuesday’s Tea. This teapot truly states my personality and style and that will come out more in my new studio which I will share as it takes shape.
Isn’t this teapot a scream! I just adore it. Lets fill this puppy with some chia spice tea, almond milk and honey and sit down for a break from packing! YES!
