One Day My Home Will Come

Reading recipes makes me desperately wish for a home where I can cook delicious meals for my loved ones.

And Not Just A Home For Boxes!

Slowly, ever so slowly, and one box at a time, I am transforming this house into a home.

PaPaYa! Is One Of My All-Time Favorites

I have art!

The Sound Of Rain Striking The Roof Of My Back Porch

I am constantly discovering new things about this house to love.

Very Small Margin For Error

I cooked on a gas stove tonight for the very first time and I am pleased to report that my house is still standing!

Streetlights Waking Up, Sun Turning In

Writing a list of items we need for the new house makes it feel more real: I can actually see us sitting on the front porch together, watching the night fall.

No Backtalk Or Anything!

You never realize just how much of a delight having a faucet that turns off on command truly is until you live without one for ages.

My Kingdom For A Library!

Pretty soon I will be forced to make bookshelves out of books so that I will have somewhere to store my books.

Holy Crap - Floor!

I am slowly reclaiming my living room.

After A Year, Clotheswashing Can Now Happen At Home

After all of the drama and issues surrounding the acquisition and installation of the new washer and dryer I can finally say that it is working wonderfully and I am amazingly happy.

The Fact That It Was Free Probably Helps

I never imagined that I'd be so excited over a washer and dryer.

The Small Print Will Get You Every Time

I make the best effort that I am able when it comes to spiders on the walls of my shower, but when I look up and the spider in question has moved in my direction and/or disappeared, all treaties are henceforth null and void.

And A Piece Slides Into Place

Tonight, while putting books on the shelf by candle and lamplight, attended by my dogs (who were seeking my company due to the approaching storm), is the first time I've truly felt this as 'my room'.

My Secret Garden

I'm going to grow beautiful plants and make a peaceful garden filled with life and stone walkways and ivy covered arches and no one can stop me!

I Cannot Shed These Tokens Of My Past So Easily

My day, in art.

Simple Truth

A full pantry is a happy pantry, but an empty wallet is a sad wallet, so it is highly fortunate that my happiness is not particularly attached to my current level of wealth.

I Dig It When You Have A Smile On Your Face

It is truly the small things in life that reaffirm that all is not for naught.

Springing Eternal

I'm still trying to figure out just how you can look at me the same way, after all of this time.

Manifestations

When you hear a knocking in the bathroom, it's best not to call out to it unless you are prepared for the reply.

Waiting Room Plants

The plants in my living room make me feel as if I am in a medical waiting room - like I'm perpetually waiting for something and I haven't the faintest idea what that something may be.