And Three....

Hi friends! I'm behind on blogging because I have been a painting machine this weekend. I tend to paint stuff that I like and in my colors. I am now attempting "shabby chic" painting for presents and stuff. I must say, it is super fun painting with less detail and fast strokes. I will show you pics once the gifts are given. I might be on to something new ha!

Ok...now for the rest of my home tour. Lets head down the hallway....




guest bathroom

I also bought this metal etching while in China....i know, i know..your wondering how in the world i got all this art work home. VERY CAREFULLY.


I bought it in a village where you had to cross a big bridge in order to get to it. It was the coolest thing I had ever seen. I felt like we were in a movie!

Laura and I on the bridge. It was breathtaking. once we crossed over we had a long hike up to the village.


here we are on the bus ride to the village! fun times

at the very top of the mountain was an area where the people would do their traditional dances. We got there just in time to not only watch but they also let us participate. This is RIGHT DOWN MY ALLEY!!!! We have it all on video!



one of their buildings!

school was in session. It was so cold and they had no heat! I asked the school leader if they would mind if we went into a classroom. I explained that I was a teacher and curious to see how they learn! I AM SOOOOO GLAD I ASKED! it was so neat to hear the kids singing and to be able to see them learning!

sweet faces!


the last dance....do you see Laura in this pic?


holding hands and dancing! I was in hog heaven!!!! I love learning about other cultures!


ok.....anyway, i bought the etching of the bridge right before we left. I was so in love with the people I want to have something that reminded me of them!

another bathroom pic...



hallway into guest room..

I love this room. It is girly, simple and clean feeling. The antique bed belonged to my grandparents. I am honored to have it!

The darling vanity that my dad refinished! My dad is awesome with furniture!!! can't you tell?

second guest room....

here is the daybed......it was Laura's when she was little. her parents gave it to me a long time ago and I am so grateful!!!!! We have used it so much!



This is my desk. This is where all the posts are written. One day I will have a labtop and won't have to sit in the uncomfortable chair to write.....BUT...I'm grateful for a place to get away and write without being distracted!

As you know, I collect artwork where ever I go. These are a few painting I have either bought from other countries or people gave me from other countries.



This painting was in my baby room....my grandmother, the one I am named after, painted it. This picture means so much to me. What I wouldn't give to be able to talk with her and even paint with her. I am honored to carry on her name and her artistic abilities!

almost done....here is my room. LOVE my bedroom furniture. Got it at Sam's and it was the floor model. Great Deal!!!!! I love Sam's furniture! great quality!



dresser...



crazy people painting I got this summer in Canton....i need man power to hang it. Ever time I try I just can't do it! So for now I have it sitting on that end table.

accent chair that was my great-grandmother's!

this pic makes my walls look way gaudy but it doensn't look that crazy in person. Oh who am I kidding...it's totally gaudy!

bathroom. not my fav. it is long and skinny. makes my closet nice and big but it would be super hard having two people in this thing!

and that's my house! Hope you enjoyed it. It has been a blessing to me. I have wanted my own home since I was a little girl! ha! I think i will save the rest of the questions for another time. I need to get back to painting. They are a little harder to answer and will take some time.

I have so much to do this week. My next few weekends involve traveling, missing school, and lots of activities. The parent's and I will be.....

and then Austin Bound the following week for the Texas Art Conference! Mom is going with me..get to miss 2 days of school. PTL!!! Should be lots of fun and I am sure I will have lots of pictures to share! Thanks for coming on the home tour this week. I feel like I am forgetting to tell you something...hmmmm. Oh well. Hope you are having a relaxing Sunday afternoon and be safe this evening! love you friends!