Has it really been that long?

 Wow its almost been a month since I blogged! I have missed it. Summertime has been super busy for us and everyone else I suppose. We have went camping once. Leaving for Vegas in a week, Montana trip planned for the guys when we get back, and than when they return another camping trip for us. I love being busy and trying to simplify around the house.

 My last home was all white. This house we bought in January is all dark trim so trying to switch over. I found these shutters at a local barn sale and fell in love with them. They were dirty and with a little Murphy's oil shined up quite nice.

 Our home was built in the 70's and while it has a lot of upgrades there is still a few treasures from the past. These built in shutters kinda add a little character to the home. Not sure they will stay but for now I have to learn patience while we add little fixes throughout. We bought wood custom blinds for a couple of the windows and I have to replace one at a time as I had no idea the cost of them.

I bought this wire lampshade a few weeks ago along with this apron. I put them together and am going to make a light out of it. Hoping I can figure it out. For now I am just enjoying family and friends and building lots of projects up for the fall. Blessings Pam