I finished a few little projects this weekend and wanted to share them with you, my lovely readers. Weekend Project #1: Painting and installing an above-the-commode cabinet in hallway bath I found the cabinet at World Market the weekend before. It was originally a dark brown with “whitewash” splotches. In other words, it was a… Read More Little Projects
My new Freecycle dresser! It’s currently located in the living room and will most likely remain there as an entertainment stand / storage spot. A little rough around the edges (literally) but I still love it. Made in the ’70s (like our house) according to its former owner. I managed to move it out of… Read More Another Freecyle Dresser
I love Freecycle. I used it to dispose of some things we didn’t want to take from NZ back to the USA and have used it a lot since moving to Virginia. It’s a great way to find new homes for things without putting them in the dumpster. It’s also good way to get free… Read More Freecycle Dresser Makeover
We’re part of a pretty great church here in New Zealand. When we found out that we were expecting, one of the women in the church came up and offered us the use of her family’s bassinet. I knew that I wanted to have a bassinet or cradle for the first few month’s of baby… Read More Baby Bassinet
Help Wanted: 1. What kind of camera do you have? I have a great point-n-shoot DSLR, but I’m looking to increase my street cred by getting something with {gulp} interchangeable lenses. My friend Catherine has recommended a Canon Rebel. What are your thoughts? I also need lens recommendations – something that’s good all-around, but especially… Read More Two {Okay, Three} Questions
I’m quite pleased with my most recent purchase – this little table from a local charity shop: It has a few scratches and marks, but for only $69.00 {a good price in NZ}, I wasn’t going to kick up a fuss. Besides, now my bromeliad has a new home with plenty of sunshine. This may… Read More On the Table
I’ve decided that for however long we’re in New Zealand – whether that is 5 years or 50 years – we are staying put. No more moving, no more packing, no more unpacking – this is it. The thing about moving to another country is that you can’t just unpack and throw away the boxes. … Read More Moving Day Carnage
