I took a little “Mama Break” a couple of weeks ago and spent two days with my sister. Just reading, relaxing, reviving… I highly recommend “Mama Breaks”! I haven’t taken one in years and desperately needed to just get away from laundry, cooking, etc. My family did survive. They were certainly glad when I came home, though, especially Victor. It really does take the two of us to keep a happy home, one that runs somewhat smoothly, with everyone fed, clothed and in their right mind. I am going to start taking a couple of days away throughout the year, though. I don’t need to let myself get into that overwhelmed state of mind again.
My sister was so gracious (Brad and Millie, too!). Her home was welcoming and so relaxing. I am always a little surprised by how much our tastes are alike. We have the same love for shabby and comfy homes. We both love old photos, vintage anything, and splashes of color. The side door to my home is apple green. She has painted the swing on her front porch a bright blue. I loved seeing the similarities in the way we think. A couple of years ago, we both showed up at Christmas with the same exact wrapping paper.
Here are some of the neat things that I loved in her home:
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| Pretty touches everywhere |
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| Rusty things |
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| Shane, my bud while I read my book, drank my coffee and snapped his picture |
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| Urns and milk glass..love, love. |
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| Old floral pictures and yummy wallpaper. Triple love. |
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| Really, perfect. I’m needing one of these… |
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| A kitchen table and chairs fromt the 50’s…or 40’s, not sure, but love it. |
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| This is her butcher block island in the kitchen. I need this, too… |
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| Old tables rock |
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| We both love chenille |
Zuzu and Papa 