I woke up early this morning, ready to go. The boys are back in school today, and I’ve got a de-cluttering date with the contractor bags. I had put off Spring cleaning while the kids were on Spring break. Now that they are busy at school, hopefully I can get the house back into shape.
Better get to it. Happy Monday!
We had planned for a quick little vacation with the kids over Spring Break, but we were unable to do so. I wasn’t too upset about it though, I saw the canceled outing as an opportunity to rest and relax at home.
We’ve taken it easy this Spring Break, and completely diverted from the daily routine. We’ve stayed up past our bedtime, slept in, and had snacks for breakfast. It has been a nice break from the normal.
The kids have also played, and played. There has been a play-date with the neighbor, and a visit from Grandma. A trip to the park, and out for ice cream too. Lots of time has been spent outdoors, as well as play time indoors.
The boys have been building Lego sets, and Agnes has been busy helping me around the house. Not much Spring cleaning has happened, but a lot of fun has.
Monday will be here soon enough, and we’ll return to the school morning routine. It has been nice to get a little break for just a bit.
Hmmmm. It looks like I haven’t been baking too much this month. I only found one photo to share.
I guess I should take a break from the crochet, and get back to the kitchen.
Better get to it.
Oh, how I am missing sunny Spring yard sales. We ventured over to MO yesterday to run a few errands, and drive around a bit to look at houses. I kept my eyes peeled for, home for sale signs, and garage sale signs. We found a few houses to look at, but no yard sales though…
I thought I would share some of my favorite yard sale finds from 2013. As well as a few things that I am hoping to find in 2014.
Seriously, Spring and those fantastic yard sales can’t get here soon enough.
I was super happy to find a Pyrex butter dish tucked away at a yard sale.
I found some super cool vintage luggage too.
I love to pick up sheets for the kids beds. I have found lots of them for around fifty cents.
I like to collect kitschy art. Yard sales are a great place to find inexpensive and unique pieces.
I picked up this great plant for just $1.00!
I found one of my very favorite paintings at a little shop. They opened their doors, just for one day on the city-wide yard sale. The sweetest little lady ran the sale. I came home with lots of treasures from that sale.
Serving Trays are another item that I’m always looking for. I’m a bit clumsy in the kitchen, and I’ve been known to break them. This one was just $.75 .
We girls (Agnes, my Mother in law, and I) went to a great sale at a local Christian School. They had some amazingly cute kids clothes, and the prices were fantastic.
I love to pick-up kids toys and books at yard sales. We have lots of readers in our house, and we are always in need of new reading material.
Here are a few things that I’m looking for this Yard Sale season.
Once again, books. Kids books to be specific. Agnes isn’t reading yet, but she might be soon. I have been building a little collection for her.
I’ll be looking for yarn. Every once in a while, I’ll come across some. I love it too. The yard sale yarn adds a little something extra to my projects.
Oh how I hope I can come across some large vintage Pyrex bowls. Any colors, any styles, fingers crossed, hoping for the best.
Spring and Summer clothes for the kiddos are also on my list to find.
I would like to find some useable storage. It would be great to find affordable, and fits our mid-century style cabinets, dressers, or bookshelves. Every single room in our house is in need of some storage help.
And last but not least vintage Pyrex. Once again any color, any print, as long as it is milk glass. I really hope to find a few pieces this yard sale season.
The kids are on Spring Break, and everyone was up extra early today. Funny, I can’t seem to get them up and going on school mornings.
I don’t have too many plans for this Spring Break… Last year the weather changed on us, and it was super cold. This Spring Break there is a chance for snow again, but for the most part the weather should be nice.
We might tackle an “Owl softie” craft that Agnes wants to make, we might start some seeds for Dylan’s garden too. I think Thade would be pretty happy with non-stop video games, and snacks.
I’m looking forward to resting, relaxing, and getting a much needed break from the morning routine.
By the way “Happy Pi Day!”
Since it is March 14th, I think I should probably make a pie or two today.
Well the kids are making their way downstairs, I should go and get breakfast together. Happy Friday too.