NewlyWoodwards

an unconventional home

Dog walkers

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Lola does not understand walking. She just gets so silly and excited, it’s hilarious. Then, she stops constantly and makes like a hound dog with her nose to the ground. (In this picture, she would not move on past the middle of the road.) And, Franco wants nothing to do with Lola’s slowness. (And, he’s already […]

Dear Winter:

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You seem to be getting to everyone. I’ve noticed it. All the world is begging for a tulip, a blade of green grass, a little sunshine and warmth. But, don’t think you are getting to me. No siree, bob. Do I want more snow? No, I most certainly do not. But, since this is something I […]

I believe in:

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the love of a pet the power of a coat of paint the talents, skills and intelligence of my husband  the need for quiet time to-do lists on top of to-do lists Yankee candles making things myself, even if they aren’t as perfect (or cheap) as something purchased learning, whether it be an advanced degree, […]

Let there be light (fixtures)

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I save lots of photos of beautiful homes for inspiration. Lately, I’ve been very attracted to unusual light fixtures. Or at least what I would classify as unusual. Not something I see at Home Depot. 😉 (I may need to get out more.) I’m obsessed with these lantern-like fixtures. Ryan doesn’t love them. Maybe these […]

The Internet makes me feel inadequate

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I have a list of things I want to make that I find on the Internet (mostly crafts). I made a spreadsheet to keep track. That’s what NORMAL people do, right? I just looked at it. It has 153 projects on it. Is that normal? So far, I’ve recreated 8. Maybe 9. The problem is that spending time […]

Kitchen silver sage refresh

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When we moved in to our home, we painted every room in the house. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, hallways, closets, living and dining rooms and the kitchen. Plus all the trim and doors. And don’t forget the ceilings. That was a lot of painting. My shoulders hurt just thinking about it. My mother-in-law helped me […]