Week in Review

Busy week around the Steilen household...

• This blog kicked me into gear.  When I saw the photos of the dining room, I was bothered.  I turned my attention here which led me into the living room too.  I got rid of a few pieces of furniture and moved things around.  I can't tell you how much better I feel about it!  Amazing what a little rearranging can do!  I think I was "stuck" with a few pieces of furniture thinking I had to keep them and they have to "go there".  Purging felt great!!

• I also decided that I can't afford my dream dining room table... right now.  So, I made one.  Inspired by the table from yellowbrickhome.com, I made a modern farmhouse table and I'm loving it.  I just need to stain it and it will be complete.  Then, I need to open a craigslist account and start selling a few pieces - dining room table and chairs, entry table and chandelier to start.

Table saw help from Dad and Drew

Assembly and a LOT of sanding (sorry neighbors!)

• My health goals are going well so far.  It will most likely take the entire summer to get to where I want to be, but it will be well worth it.  I already feel so much better.  There is no lack of inspiration around here - Libby in track and a basketball camp at DeLaSalle, Charlie playing baseball and going to a tennis camp.

• There has been a TON of rain in the Twin Cities - record breaking!  

• And last, but certainly not least, Happy Father's Day to Mike!