I am Realizing

It is only a matter of time before Mason and I can no longer sit side by side in the rocker in his room. I'll pretend it's because he is getting so big. It has nothing to do with me :)
While this makes me sad, I am more mindful of it than I was with Owen. So, I am purposefully enjoying every second of his snuggles, songs and stories. Not to mention the elbows I get in the tummy and chest. Two very sensitive spots these days. Hopefully this baby won't come out bruised!
When we brought Mason home from the hospital I wasn't prepared for how my view of Owen, who was 3 at the time, would change. Now, I know. Mason will seem instantly bigger, older and not nearly as darling. And while I am feeding or getting/keeping the baby asleep, he will seem louder and rougher and more annoying. And do to the lack of sleep and just wanting peace, I will mostly likely miss so many sweet moments.
So, I am absorbing as many moments as I can, singing an extra song and sneaking an extra kiss, knowing that soon, very soon he will be in Kindergarten and just a little too cool.
I am thankful for this current perspective. I am really enjoying the time I have during the day with just him. It's almost like being with Owen while we awaited Mason's arrival. Mason and I are becoming buddies, just like Owen and I did. This age is difficult, but oh so fun.

The Reveal

It's really done (well, except for cabinet pulls, which are essential b/c they are almost impossible to open right now, and we still need a mirror and we need to hang up the shower curtain). Okay, so it is almost done. But these are the only pictures you really need to see.
Every time I walk past it (the door has been missing until today) I am still caught off guard. Is this really in my house or a fancy hotel? I truly love it. I think I may kick the boys out. It's much too nice to waste on them :)
We will be open for guests as soon as I can put the guestroom back together. Remnants of tools are still lying around.

Before (as if it isn't obvious)

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After (the color looks off)

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Ignore the rest unless you are curious of the products used. Or feel free to laugh, my husband did! Hey, we all have our interests. I'll pretend I am one of those DIY blogs where they post amazing projects and all the info just in case I have inspired someone :)

• The floor is a 2" Charcoal hexagon (American Olean)- a modern play on the traditional white hexagon.
• The shower tiles are a 2x3 Ice White glossy subway tile (American Olean)- very traditional (I'll let you know if they are a pain to keep clean)
• The cabinet is by Kraftmaid (Maple wood with a burnished ginger glaze) adds a little warmth to the room
  

Footloose and Fancy Free

We had a great time with Grandma and Sir.Sir sucked it up and ate lunch at McDonald's. Not sure he ever did that for me. Grandkids will do that to a man :)
Then we let the boys loose on the playground near their house.

The conference for Owen went great. The teacher had a lot of good things to say about him. I am so thankful he is doing well and behaving himself. Based on his recent behavior at home, I wasn't so sure what the report would be. Seems he saves his best for school. Isn't that always the case?
The teacher helped answer some questions I've had about homework. He is doing well and I think I need to loosen up a bit (I am not surprised). Perhaps knowing he is doing okay in the classroom will help ease my mind. Good grief, it's only Kindergarten!

New Tub

No school today!
EJ and I go to our first parent/teacher conference this morning.
Then rush home b/c the tub is being reglazed at 9.
Yes, folks the end is here. I should have pics tomorrow!
It's been done for awhile, but I couldn't quite capture it at its best with that blue tub.

Then after we vote, I am escaping with the boys to grandma's for the day.
Not sure I should be inhaling that glaze stuff.

Daily Inspiration

Every weekday around noon, while Mason and I are eating lunch, I see the same couple out for a walk. I smile every time I see them.
Here's why they inspire me:
They are an older couple, probably late 70s, getting exercise together and holding hands every day. Their tiny gestures show how their history together and how much they care for one another.
Here's why I laugh in my head:
She has fiery red hair and big black sunglasses and always carries her cell phone in her hand (despite her humongous coat pockets). Occasionally, I've seen her talking on it. When this happens they do not hold hands.
He is always carrying a travel mug of water and often hands it to her for a sip. But he always takes it back. After all, she has the cell phone.
Here's why I think, you crazy old people:
When ever I am in my car instead of at the lunch table, I realize they actually walk in the middle of the road. And then have the nerve to give me a dirty look when I slowly swerve around them.