Merry Christmas!

MiHwa just emailed that she and Mark will be home for Christmas! Neil and Dan booked to fly in so we just have to get Brian home - somehow:)

Dad and I are so happy!

Changing Styles

So when I put the house back together I'm thinking of streamling it. Not exactly minimalist but for me, it would be.

When our sons come home, I'll let them pick over stuff but they probably already have all they want.

The work is not done so I can think and plan:)

What kind of house do you live in? Minimalist or what style?

Thanksgiving Weekend in Canada

May get busy in the next few days so sending wishes near and far. Somehow I can't see me too busy to blog but I suppose it could happen!

I have a list of things I'm thankful for - family and friends rate first. Could write lots on my list.
Invited to Shirl's and Robin's for dinner Sunday - look forward to that.

Does anyone have hints or ideas regarding buying an area rug? All I know is that it should be large enough to "contain" the furniture.

Any other hints?

This house re-doing stuff is like buying a new dress - then you need matching shoes, hand bag, etc.!

Thanks in advance.

October 2nd?! Everyone I know says the time flew by this year but is it because we are getting old?
This month is so busy with the floors and a few other updates. Still haven't my garden completely cleared and I have to collect leaves. They are late falling (no pun intended). I was thinking could use my mighty Chevy 1/4 ton to haul lots this year - the insurance is off Oct. 8.

The pots on the front entry still look acceptable so I'm leaving them - all too soon it will be bare. But we do decorate the entry for Christmas so that will happen in November. I like things up early and down early.

The sky is a charcoal blanket over head - looks very angry. Still hoping for a few crisp days of blue skies and sunshine.

Happy Tuesday - and yes, my garbage is out on the correct day:)

Opal Memories

I was touched to read opal was the stone for October.

Years ago our brother brought opal earrings home for us from Australian mines.

We chose the color laminate we want for our floors today. It's a rich, deep color that will go well. Tomorrow the painter will do a bit of work so all will be "spiffed" up before the floor is laid.

I looked at carpet samples and my head spun so just left it. Enough to get the laminate done and then worry about carpet.

With a bit of luck and scheduling, we should have the place done before the end of October.

Hope all is well in your world.