I lost my mantle to the television. We wall mounted it a few years ago and it was the best decision we could have made for the living room ... it opened up so much more floor space because we were able to get rid of the tv console. But I do miss decorating my mantle so much.
Yes, you see some wires ... that's what happens when you downgrade your cable service and then a cord comes loose in the wall. We haven't been able to fish it back through and we are not wanting to cut open the walls again. It really irritates me to see them all. I'll probably be purchasing those plastic wire covers for the meantime.
I wouldn't mind dressing up the fireplace a bit. I'm thinking a fireplace screen and maybe some large candle sconces or something.
We purchased the two entertainment cabinets on either side of the mantle to house some pictures, books, baskets and a few entertainment boxes. I love them. Crate and Barrel rocks my world.
I also love the sweet little pictures of my son hanging above the cabinets. My Mom got the frames for a steal from Pottery Barn a few years ago.
The tops of the cabinets and mantle usually turn into a catch-all during the week but I cleaned them up just for you guys. I'm sure some bills or magazines will find their way back over there today.
Hope you enjoyed! Have a great weekend!
I think.
I so want to blog.
But what do I write about besides daily family life? I guess that's what it's supposed to be about though. I just get discouraged sometimes because there are so many witty bloggers out there and I want to be just like them. I know that sounds ridiculous.
I'm willing to give this another shot though.
Let's start with a picture, shall we?
That is my almost TWO year old enjoying a 4th of July popcicle.
Walker is having his first weekend away with his Papa and Gigi this weekend. Let's be honest. I'm a little nervous. I know he is in good hands and he will have an absolute blast. But I won't be there. I won't be tucking him in at night. That is a huge first for me. I haven't been away from my baby overnight yet. It makes my stomach hurt. I keep saying little prayers that he will sleep well for my parents because he still wakes up during the night. And that is all my fault. What can I say? I'm a sucker for a little boy calling out "Mama" at 2 am.
But I am looking forward to going out to dinner and a movie this weekend. We are even doing some home improvements ... like painting the kitchen. The hubs is not thrilled. But I am. Maybe we will finish up the dining room too. I think I am getting ahead of myself. I blame Pinterest.
Aren't we a good looking family?
Happy Weekend, Y'all! Maybe I will be back for a weekend recap on Monday.
