Monday, October 29, 2012

Changes at the Homestead

I painted our living room an orange color about 4 years ago. I love the color, but it is time for something new. Our living room is very dark and the orange color only makes it more dark. So I have decided to lighten things up with a very neutral grey color. That all sounds great, but I also have to prime and paint ALL the trim before I even start on the wall color. I really love white trim, so to achieve this look I must sand, prime, and paint ALL our trim. Here is a pic of one of the windows in my living room.

 
You can see all the elements in this picture. The orange walls, the dirty oak trim, and the darkness! Well, I already tore down the window treatment. I just want a nice, clean look and the brown floral just isn't doing it for me. (On a side note, I have an identical window on the other side of the living room, so if anyone would like 6 yards of brown floral fabric let me know:))
 
 
Just removing the window box has made a huge difference! The next step is sanding all that oak trim. I am not looking forward to this, but it has to get done. I have seen quite a few other homes where they changed the color if the trim, and it makes such a huge impact. I can't wait!
Another dilemma I have in the living room is the wall with the fireplace. I have some ideas swirling in my head, but not quite sure about the first step to take. This is what I am talking about.
 
 
See all the wood paneling? I was thinking about just painting all of that an off white. Or possibly just tearing it all down. Once the other walls are painted, and the trim is white, I will get a better feel of which direction to go. At least I hope so!! 
 
Nothing like a good DIY project to start the week off!
 
 
Happy Monday!!!


Friday, October 5, 2012

Our Routine

I spend A LOT of time with my children. They are my little treasures, and I see that time as an investment. I enjoy their little personalities, even when some can be a bit......dramatic! Thankfully, most days are productive and we get quite a bit accomplished. So, here are some random pics of our everyday.
 
Breakfast
 
Yummy pancakes!!  
 
 
Homeschool
 
We usually can get a few hours done and then they need......
 
First break
 
You would be amazed at the train tracks they can assemble in the 30 minutes!!
 
More school
 
My instructor guide (to the left) and my pile of books for read-aloud time.
 
Lunch
 
It HAD to have tasted good to get that reaction!
Maybe I can cook after all. :)
 
Midday activities
 
This girl loves her paper dolls!
 
She is turning into quite the pianist to her mothers delight :)
 
This little man will fall asleep anywhere.
Much to his mothers delight!
 
Later, we wait for daddy to get home and we eat supper.
Then it is a bath and bedtime.
 
Some days run smooth.
Some days are just off and mommy needs more coffee!
 But, for the most part, I feel so blessed to stay home with these little people.
 
 
Enjoy the day!