bird bath

This is the bird bath that my husband helped pick out.  It made a perfect birthday gift.  Something we will both enjoy for a long time. The birds have already staked their claims, which makes for good and cheap entertainment just watching their habits and patterns.

heart

There aren't many people I know in my life with a bigger heart than my father in law Darrell.  I loved him instantly because he so whole heartedly loved me and embraced me from the start.  No judgement, no question.  He just showed love and acceptance.  And for the 7+ years that he's been in my life, that heart of his has been consistently giving and showing love to me.

So, tonight as he rests peacefully (I hope) his heart recovering swiftly (I hope)  in the big tall building #4 in Murray, my heart is full of love for him and gratitude for who he is in my life.

 I know if Ryan were to try and articulate anything about his best bud and confidant, there wouldn't be words to fully express. 

All our hope, love, and prayers go to Darrell and a fast recovery!

We love you!

tree swing

I wanted a tree swing. 

More for ambience than actual swinging. 

So, we went to Lowes and picked out some wood and had it cut.

We also bought some heavy duty rope.  

After Ryan drilled the holes in the seat, I stained it.

Viola'.  It's done!

I'm excited for it to go through a few seasons, so that it will start looking weathered.

book nook

I had Ryan remove the door from this closet so I could transform it into a built in bookshelf.

Just a little accent paint.

And, tonight, it is finished. 

I want to get a reading chair, lamp, ottoman, and table to finish off my little nook. 

I just need to find the right pieces.