Paying Bills

I have desks all over my house --in the attic, in my guest room, in my pantry, and an antique slant-front in my living room. When I pay bills, I somehow always gravitate to the kitchen table where I can gather my thoughts best. Old habits die hard. 

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I hope doing practically nothing counts as a well-spent day. I think I over did it yesterday with my cleaning frenzy and I just couldn't muster up the energy to tackle another room. Besides, it was very cold today and I couldn't open the windows to let in the fresh air to help the freshly mopped floors dry faster like I did yesterday. I think the weather definitely affects what chores you choose to do. I had a real estate showing in the afternoon that was more fun than housework. Actually I don't hate housework but I have to be in the mood. I can't make myself do it unless there's some sort of deadline like entertaining. I hope I have a happy sleep tonight and I hope you do too. xo

Galley Kitchen Love

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In my opinion, the size of a kitchen doesn't matter as long as there is a window. This one would make me very happy and I love the arrangement. Can you believe they have a gallery wall instead of cupboards behind the sink? How wonderful! 

I had a change of plans yesterday and ended up tearing up one room and spring cleaning it from top to bottom. I surprised myself and I hope to repeat the process in another room today. My grandmother always spent one whole week in each room of her home on spring and fall cleaning. It was a real ritual that required lots of help moving furniture. I emulated her by moving everything out of the room except the bed and it really wasn't that hard. I hope I can keep up the momentum. xo

Lovely Spring Things

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My snowdrops are up but the grape hyacinths haven't popped yet. I don't think I've ever seen a blue and white platter with this spring bulb in the pattern. It looks hand painted rather than transferware. 

Today's Plan

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I've had my morning coffee, it's raining, and I am not planning on leaving the house today. That's my plan and I hope it works.

Confused Chicken

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"If they don't mind, neither do I. These children have too many legs but I love them anyway."

Almost Time to Move Outside

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All yellow things are getting ready to pop. I love the industrial doors on either side of the dining room. Do they make thermopane versions for the northeast? I would love a couple to replace my french doors.

Easter Blessings

Have a ducky day.

Remembering my dear Mother shown here on Easter Sunday, 2012. She's one of the angels now and I miss her every day but she continues to live in my heart. I found this photo when I was scrolling through some of my old Easter posts here.