Time Flies....

It's been over 10 days since my last post and it feels like, maybe 3!

Our house is being spruced up- Paint/Crown Molding/ Chair rail and even a window looking out from our kitchen into our living room. The energy is definitely flowin' round here!

My second Father, Ed, offered to do some work to the house as a wedding gift for Matt and I. I was thrilled at the offer because, as much as I love our house- and the fact that nothing HAS to be done to it, it's been driving me a little crazy- these white walls and squared/characterless rooms! Also, knowing that I'm going to be spending more and more time in my home once baby Lamb comes, it is a blessing that I will have a super comfortable and fresh living space. This is nesting on a whole other level!

It's been an amazing experience to be on the receiving end of Ed's work. He does a great job and has a great eye- but he also is a great listener. He hasn't tried to talk me out of anything- or pushed his taste or opinion on Matt or I. I probably shouldn't be surprised at this, but I am! What I'm really impressed with, is his ability to separate his personal and professional opinions. I could definitely learn a thing or two from him, on this topic alone!

Ed has always been an incredibly hard working man. He definitely showed me that hard work pays off not only by example but by setting high standards- which at a younger age, seemed unfair, cruel and unreasonalble. Now, as an adult, I can really appreciate it- but it makes me wonder: Why is it so hard for kids to hear what their parents are saying?

Is it possible to communicate to your kids and have them- not only hear you- but understand you?

What is wrong with our culture, that elders have not pull anymore?

Advice is welcome! Be well and stay warm! Its an icy day out there!

This is a picture of my Mom and Ed from our Wedding Day!