Late Summer at the Farmhouse...

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It's hard to believe this is the last day of August. Sweet summer is winding down and the kids will be going back to school next week. Such a mixture of emotions as we head into this school year... but mostly just grateful for all the memories we've made together as a family this summer, and the closeness that we've shared. 

I'm thinking of all you parents out there who, like us, might be entering a new stage, new school, or new chapter with one or more of your children. Change can be difficult - weighing all the choices, wanting the best for your children, but not knowing with certainty just how things will go. If this is you, I feel you friend. We are praying hard over here, and trusting that this will be a great year for our oldest who is beginning high school (what?!), our middle who is in well, middle school, and our youngest who is heading into third grade. 

That's a little bit of what's in my heart, now onto what's in the house...

Our {Almost} Spring Farmhouse Porch

We spent most of the weekend in basketball gyms. Our 8th grader's team had and amazing championship win - it was SO exciting (think David vs. Goliath - or at least 4A vs.1A)! Many of these boys have been playing together since Kindergarten, so it was a special way to end their last regular season before high school. High School?! I can't even...

Speaking of basketball - or balls in general - they often end up on our porch. And they seem to multiply like rabbits. I cleaned up our porch last week, and I always forget how nice it feels.

We're ready for you, spring. You can come now.

What Does This Windmill, Rolling Cart, and Olive Bucket Have In Common?

Did you guess what the windmill, rolling cart, and olive bucket have in common? 

They are all old, with obvious signs of wear. 

Are you drawn to timeworn treasures like I am? If you are, you probably agree that there's something comforting about these one-of-a-kind, imperfect finds from the past. They've got character and soul, and inspire creative backdrops for living. Use them as intended, or repurpose them in an unexpected way. Make them pop against more modern finishes, or blend them with other vintage decor. 

A Farmhouse Kitchen {In the Making...}

Hello, I hope your day is going well.

We are in the process of planning some updates for our kitchen, and I wanted to share with you some of the details. We've been gathering information and comparing products, including new countertops, a backsplash, farmhouse sink and faucet. 

The driver for us to renovate the kitchen is our countertops. 

But before I get into that, let me tell you what I love about our kitchen...