What's a Sconce?

Our master got a little switch up this week. A few weeks ago when I had a day off Derrick told me to buy something splurgy so I came home with two new sconces that I fell in love with at World Market.
 

When I saw them I was originally thinking the guest room. The guest room is on my radar for a spruce up soon....if only I had time for house projects! I'm not sure how I got on the idea of our master but once I thought about it, I thought they'd work really well with the shelves and the dark walk color. 

This is what we had in the master before. 

I really love these lamps and will use them somewhere else in the house, but the shade was blending in with the headboard and they looked a little odd in our bedroom. Our bedroom is going a little industrial apparently.

The sconces were super easy to install. I had about 45 minutes between appointments and threw them up last week.

It's weird having nothing on the night stands. And we need something over the bed. Slowly but surely the bedroom is coming together. The rest of the house? That's a different story. We're lucky if we have time to vacuum right now!

The future of frisbee

My mom and dad have been going through all of our home videos and converting them to digital copies. This means they are re-watching video that is 25+ years old and they are having a blast with it. Mom recently sent me the following video that shows just how far I've come as a handler.

I'm sure the last thing Dad was thinking in this moment was that I'd grow up to play competitive ultimate. Jay on the other hand...that kid had skills!

Twenty-nine never looked so fine

My favorite guy turns 29 today and all he wanted for his birthday was for me not to throw him a party. Even though I had ideas for the most amazing pickle ball party ever......guess we'll have to wait for the big 3.0.

Actually, he asked for one more thing. Shoelaces. So boy did I get him shoelaces.

I am so thankful for him and the awesome memories we've made in the past.....8 years? Derrick, how long has it been? He always remembers.

Today we're celebrating with a high school league game, cupcakes, homemade dinner, and climbing with Alison. Low key and just how he likes it.

Happy birthday my love! You're not getting away with a small party next year!

Coldwell Banker Awards

Last night I attended my company wide awards banquet at the Angus Barn. This was my second year attending and it's always a good time but this year they upped their game by including carnival games and cash! 

I have always wanted to try one of these. Who hasn't, right? It was harder than I expected it to be.

But I walked away with $39 in cold, hard, cash!

The real reason for the awards ceremony was to recognize top agents for their 2015 production so it was an honor to be invited. I have such amazing clients who have gotten me to where I am today and I am so grateful! Thank you to my clients, friends, and especially my family for supporting me in this crazy industry!

What's Up?

Here is what's been up with us lately in picture form. Just random happenings that aren't enough for their own post. 

Mom came up for a quick visit and I dragged her to work with me for three hours so we went out for gigantic margaritas afterwards.

Three dollar backpack for Crosby from the Habitat Restore! Perhaps my best thrift store find to date. And actually, Alison gets the credit for the find. 

This happens a few times a week. Accidentally matching. 

Derrick heroically saved my computer. My hard drive died....it clicked an chirped for days and froze up my computer every hour or so. Derrick saved all of my files and installed a new hard drive and now it's working like a dream!

This is really in need of a whole post on it's own but it's likely Raleighwood will not be happening this year due some very un-fair rules. So, Derrick and I have been passing on the love of pickleball to our Raleighwood teammates! We've been playing PB 2 or 3 times a week these days!

And, my current step count. Crushing it.

 

Spring Wreath

Our wreath hanger has been hanging on our door empty since our Christmas wreath came down. 

I've had an image in my head for a while of what I wanted to replace it. Something like this:

Or this:



Every time I found one though it was like $50 and I couldn't pull the trigger.

Nikki's mom made me a wreath form that I absolutely love and when I saw a flower sale at Michael's I decided it was time to make my wreath dreams come true.

Then they sat on my dining room table for a week taunting me to take the time to make it. Finally, I just whipped it out in about 30 minutes of American Idol. Here it is!

So often the image in my head doesn't line up with what actually happens but this time I nailed it. It's just want I wanted! Springy and a little wild.

Lazy Day Off

I updated my last post for those of you that read it. I didn't feel like it really put out there what I wanted to portray. After a day off and a clear mind I decided to update it.

That's right! I took today off!! And it has been glorious! I've still sent a few emails because I have 8 contracts going on right now and I'm not about to drop those balls I've been juggling for weeks now. But, I made a very strong effort this week to not make any appointments for today and to not check my phone every single time it dings. I feel so refreshed! Let me walk you through my day off.

I got up and emptied my inbox just because I knew I would have it in the back of my mind if I didn't. Then, Alison and I met up for shopping!

Best purchase of the day? A $3 hiking backpack for Crosby at the Habitat Restore.

Lunch was at Nana taco in Durham because Nana Taco is delicious and they have amazing queso.

Then Alison introduced me to the most amazing place! How have I lived in the triangle for 10 years and never been to Duke Gardens?? This place is beautiful!

Swans. This garden has swans! This is the closest I could get to them making a heart with their necks.

And now. I'm laying in the hammock blogging and enjoying the amazing weather. This day was about as perfect as it could be!