Perfect example of why I hate mornings -

It's almost midnight, and this is me...

...SERIOUSLY, what is my problem? Just turn the computer off and go to bed!

In Need of Some Color

We spent our Saturday painting. Originally, I thought we would do the kitchen and both of the bathrooms in one day...YEAH RIGHT! I guess I didn't realize how long the kitchen would take us. Even though it's a small space, there are lots of corners and edging to do with all the cabinets and such. It took us most of the day and by the time I had the kitchen put back together, I was exhausted. I guess the bathrooms will have to wait a couple more weekends for their color. For whatever reason, I've been really in to decorating and updating lately. All of these recent and upcoming projects are in an effort to make our townhouse feel more like home (for those of you who aren't aware, Brett and I manage the townhouses on Corban College's campus, where we both graduated from). Sometimes I wish I could just completely re-do things in here - like new flooring, new appliances, new cabinets, and so on. However, we have been so blessed with this situation because we don't have to pay any living expenses... I really can't and shouldn't complain. So I guess for now, a little bit of color will do. I can definitely be happy with that. :) Here are the before and after pics -

What have I started?

Here is my IKEA purchase -

It's nothing too exciting, but it hides away all of our games and dvd's while storing all my craft supplies as well. Prior to this, everything was either shoved into the closet or sitting out on an open book case. It all had a place but it just looked a little sloppy for my taste. Now it looks put together and pretty (at least more so than it used to). Now - I'm not sure if this is a good thing or a bad thing - but this project has inspired me to start tackling other things around our home as well. I think Brett and I are going to start with painting our bathrooms and kitchen this weekend...we'll see how that goes and if we can agree on the colors. Should be fun!

The Way to My Heart

Coffee and a donut, a trip to IKEA, re-decorating & re-organizing, and ICE CREAM CAKE! :)

I woke up Saturday morning to coffee and a donut...mmmmm!!! Then Brett and I went to IKEA where I spent my Christmas gift card on some fun things for our home. We came home and I spent the rest of the day putting things together, re-decorating, and re-organizing...which I love! I'll post pictures of the final project in the next couple days. Lastly, Brett totally knows the way to my heart and bought me a yummy ice cream cake (pictured below). It was the perfect Valentine's Day. :)

Random

For some reason, I haven't been able to fall asleep at my normal bed time for the last three nights. So, I end up doing silly things like coming up with 20 random facts about myself...here's a little bit about me:

1. I love pressing the snooze button on my alarm and do so at least 3 times every morning.

2. I use my dustbuster at least once every day.

3. I watch workout DVD's or FitTv for fun (that's right, I said watch...not do).

4. I love to clean and can't stand an unorganized house. I notice when something is even a couple inches out of place (don't worry, this is only true in my own home).

5. Luke-warm orange juice totally grosses me out.

6. My closet is color coordinated and has been since jr. high school.

7. I just recently started color coordinating Brett's closet...he hasn't mentioned it yet, so I'm pretty sure he likes it. :)

8. I used to be really gullible but then I married a jokester and now I don't believe anything.

9. I didn't get a cell phone until I was a sophomore in college.

10. I get distracted very easily and can't focus on a conversation if there is too much going on at the same time...especially if it's a phone conversation.

11. I can push my stomach out to make it look like I am 6 months pregnant.

12. I can't wait to be a mom and hope to have a houseful of kids, Lord willing.

13. I love watching re-runs of CSI

14. My favorite TV show is So You Think You Can Dance and I wish it was on all year round.

15. I love the smell of campfire and dryer sheets (separately, not combined)

16. I dream of owning my own business someday but go back and forth on what that business would actually be.

17. 3 things I could see myself being, but doubt it will ever happen: professional organizer, wedding planner or personal shopper. (maybe I should combine those three into one for the above mentioned business??)

18. I thrive on challenges and always throw myself completely in to whatever I do.

19. I am a fairly stubborn, passionate and extreme person. Black/white, right/wrong, love/hate...because of that, I tend to be somewhat argumentative - but only when I'm right ;)

20. I wish I was - less argumentative, a better listener, less anxious about the future, a better cook, less "OCD" about organization, and more patient. BUT - I'm so thankful that my husband loves me the way he does regardless of those things.

21. I am finally sleepy and off to bed!