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Ethan’s Journey
My son Ethan has a different perspective of the world, and I am so incredibly lucky that he has chosen me to join him on his journey through life. I promise that we will figure this crazy world out together and we will work on it until we get it right. I love […]
Ethan: Special Needs Feature
Today, Ethan and his special needs story is being featured over at the lovely This Little Miggy blog . Please go over there and show her some love!
Circle Skirt Remix: New Season of Project Run and Play!
Guess what?? Project Run and Play is back up for another season and I am participating again! Woot Woot. To start off this season, they are having the contestants create a “remix” using the Circle Skirt Pattern from the Dana Made It blog. It is a SUPER easy skirt pattern and even beginners should try […]
Master Bedroom: Progress
Finally, I am getting around to the Master Bedroom (see previous pictures of the master bedroom HERE ) Since then? We have sold everything in the room, including the mattress! Yep, sold the furniture and the bed…. I don’t mess around. The room is nowhere near completed, but progress is always a good thing. We […]
Thanks for ALL of the Birthday Wishes!
I turned 32 without much fanfare. It was a Tuesday.However, I posted a picture on my Mouse House Facebook page and I got so many messages and I ended up overwhelmed!Thank you for all of the birthday wishes!I am glad you got a kick out of my pictures~! Funny story, I never ended up opening […]
Dining Room Chandelier: Easy Update!
There is nothing easier than finding an inexpensive light fixture on Craigslist and having your husband and father install it for you. I supervised, while they did the work. Easy peasy 🙂 Instant Upgrade! This is what we had before. Not bad, but the room needed something bulkier with more curves:) Much better, right? Not […]
Living Room Thoughts
Yep, the living room again!~ I told you that it wasn’t finished yet, so don’t act all surprised and annoyed that I am showing it again. Remember last time? (post found HERE) I have since added a few details and rearranged some furniture. No, it is still not finished, but it will be. Soon. […]
“Severely Autistic”: Coming to Terms
Today, I heard words that broke my heart. Severely Autistic. “Your son is severely autistic.” I wanted to rewind the day, go back 4 hours, and cancel the appointment, but I couldn’t. It was already done and the words were said. I kept a strong face because I was alone with Ethan and his doctor. […]
Staircase Renovation is Complete! (almost)
Remember when I said I was a Cheater? Well, the staircase is finally finished and we love it! We still need to pick out a carpet runner, but that might not happen for a long time because I am being really indecisive about it. (Find all the BEFORE pictures in this post HERE) The banisters […]
Easy DIY Wooden Tree Painting: Tutorial!
Finally! My internet is cooperating! Want a new Mouse House Tutorial? You do? Awesome! You want to make this awesome artwork too? What a coincidence! I just made one today! How to Make Easy Wooden Tree Art I can’t claim this idea as my own! I originally saw something similar in my monthly Lowe’s […]
A “Shabby Chic” Chair for Ainsley
Remember Ainsley’s “shabby chic” big girl room?? (click HERE for pictures) Well, it is still very much a work in progress, but I finally redid a chair for her! The weather has been beautiful lately, so I took advantage of it and busted out the spray paint, a staple gun, and some gorgeous Amy […]
Painting Stairs: What I Have Learned Today
Remember when I said I was hiring a contractor to paint my stairs? Well, the “contractors” (and I am using that term VERY loosely) showed up today with no paint, no painter’s tape, no screwdrivers and a little piece of sandpaper. You should have seen the look on my face when one of the guys […]
Tales from the Mouse House
Just a quick post to show what we have been up to! Car seat poncho for a customer. This one might be my favorite because of the awesome fabric she picked out! Birthday banner for another customer. I make birthday banners all the time, so what makes this one so special??? I made with interchangeable […]
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