tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-40461996978817958882024-02-07T23:41:19.619-08:00The Insane DomainMelissa Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14665993372905198057noreply@blogger.comBlogger328125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046199697881795888.post-87703074660001917632013-12-06T08:27:00.000-08:002013-12-06T08:27:24.442-08:00I Am Officially 2 Years Away From The Big One!<div style="text-align: center;">
Well today is my birthday and a little bit of panic has set in because the numbers are quickly getting close to the big 50.</div>
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I have no idea how this happened because mentally I feel and act sometimes like I am still in my 20's.</div>
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Physically I am my age or older but I feel like I have earned every line on this face, every stretch mark on this stomach, and all I can do is try to make healthy choices and be grateful for this life.</div>
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Speaking of grateful, I have list that is miles long and no one wants to read about that, but what you do need to know is my husband rocks!</div>
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He gave me this:</div>
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We recently saw this painting in a gallery while we were Christmas shopping and I fell in love, we both did.</div>
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I have no words other than love, amazed, and mind blown.</div>
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Tonight me and my design muses, <a href="http://myinteriorlife.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Kathy</a> from My Interior Life, <a href="http://modfrugal.com/" target="_blank">ModFruGal</a>, and <a href="http://makeandmodelnashville.com/" target="_blank">Brandy</a> from Make and Model will brave the elements like postmen to go to the <a href="http://www.porterflea.com/" target="_blank">Porter Flea</a>.</div>
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I am the luckiest girl on the planet...I have an amazing husband, great kids, the best girlfriends, and now really great art.</div>
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Happy Birthday to me!</div>
Melissa Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14665993372905198057noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046199697881795888.post-21401856559106254412013-12-03T09:39:00.000-08:002013-12-03T09:39:47.090-08:00Shop Local At A Pop Up Shop<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Remember...shop local...it's less stress, a lot more fun, and let's face it, the mall sucks!</div>
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Our foyer is officially done!</div>
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The finishing touch is the cow hide rug we purchased this weekend</div>
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Hands down, my favorite place to either buy a gift for a friend or myself, or just browse and hang out with the most entertaining people is <a href="http://www.oldmadegood.com/" target="_blank">Old Made Good</a>.</div>
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Located in East Nashville on Gallatin Pike, this store never disappoints.</div>
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Meet Kate and Ashley...they pimped out their floors in gold glitter.</div>
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The art can be a little irreverent.</div>
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I bought this there for my son when he graduated from college.</div>
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The jewelry is the coolest, and you never know what they have because the inventory is constantly changing.</div>
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They have a great inventory of vintage clothes, shoes, and purses.</div>
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And they were voted by the Nashville Scene one of the best places to buy a gift for women.</div>
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When it comes to investing in a sofa, it is probably best to stick with a neutral pallet. </div>
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Whether it is fabric or leather, neutral colors are easiest to add a pop of color to in the form of pillows or a throw...not rocket science and has been discussed many times.</div>
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So when one comes across a sofa with a bold pattern in excellent shape, even passes the smell test, what should a person do?</div>
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First of all, I have no idea why there is a saddle at the end of the sofa.</div>
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Second of all, yes this fabric could go Holly Hobby or kountry kitsch.</div>
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So I will admit I am a huge fan of the Real Housewives shows.</div>
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I can't help it. The lavish/unreal lifestyles that contain over the top homes and cars. The ability to have perfect hair and makeup at all times. The exotic trips and the wardrobes to match that particular destination. The ability to never sweat, whether on the beach or excising. To never, ever have to wait in a carpool line or make poster boards illustrating the difference between plant and animal cells at 10:00 at night. </div>
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So when I heard about a new show that will air on TNT in February, I was stunned that me or my group of lovely lady friends weren't even up for consideration.</div>
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Seriously, this is exactly how we interact at the flea market and the aisles at Goodwill.</div>
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Talk about bang for your buck!</div>
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My nemesis is no more and I may hang out in my foyer because it is amazing!!!!!</div>
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You know those big stupid 2 story foyers that a lot of homes have?</div>
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The one's that on House Hunters the potential buyers gush over and sometimes insist on?</div>
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Well, they are overrated.</div>
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They are hard to heat and cool and can pose design dilemmas.</div>
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I just happen to have one of these so called "architectural features" and it has been my nemesis.</div>
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Not to mention mine has a nail in the center that was left by the previous owners.</div>
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So what to do?</div>
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I could just leave it alone but it just doesn't feel right. It's to high to hang pictures, a mirror, or wallpaper.</div>
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The other day I was sitting in my husband's office staring at it and the idea came to me...fill the shit out of it with panels of molding.</div>
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I made a deal with my husband that this would be my birthday present and Christmas for both of us and he agreed.</div>
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The dining room is involved in this make over as well and everything will get a coat of BM Simply White.</div>
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I can't wait to see paint on the walls!</div>
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I'm so glad my brain is still working...it just took 6 years to figure this out.</div>
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I have been MIA in blog world due to taking care of my third child which is my mother.</div>
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I'm not being mean when I call her a child...it's what's happens at 84...or at least to my mother.</div>
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You see the last 10 years have been a test for me and I may be failing miserably. </div>
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This job requires more patience than dealing with a room full of kindergarteners.</div>
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In fact I was in my wheel house when I worked full time as a nurse and had 2 small children with a husband that traveled frequently. I handled that like a rock star. This not so much.</div>
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We are at the cardiologist at least once a month with lab work once a week. Walking into CVS is like when Norm would walk into Cheers...everybody knows our name.<br />
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This woman is also high maintenance. When I say that I mean we don't leave the house till we have hair and makeup done with matching handbag and shoes...and this process takes many hours.</div>
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I recently insisted that a walker is necessary and that has helped some because before she was hanging on to me for dear life so she wouldn't face plant.</div>
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If walkers came in lucite we would have had one sooner...there may be a career in this for me.</div>
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So I usually have a severe case of road rage after dropping her off, take out my frustrations on my family, and drink way to much wine at night.<br />
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So if anybody else out there is in charge of taking care of an elderly parent, we should start a club.<br />
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Out meetings will take place in rubber rooms so we can beat the shit out of things and no one can hear us and we won't injure ourselves. There will be cocktails served, of course, and we can sit around and laugh and cry till we exhaust ourselves. Our families will probably thank us for this.</div>
Melissa Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14665993372905198057noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046199697881795888.post-59587791864838880842013-10-16T08:10:00.002-07:002013-10-16T08:10:53.964-07:00A Shopping Promise<div style="text-align: center;">
I have decided that this Christmas I am going to shop ONLY local or Etsy for gifts.</div>
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I would rather have a colonoscopy because at least you get some Michael Jackson juice.</div>
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So I thought I would occasionally feature really cool artisans/businesses that offer unique items.</div>
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First up...Batch Nashville</div>
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<b>Every Rise & Shine Gift Batch includes:</b><br />
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<li><span style="line-height: 1.2;">13 oz. of Road Rage blend whole bean coffee from Garage Coffee Company</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 1.2;">2 lbs. of Sunday Morning Pancake Mix from My Friend Who Loves to Cook</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 1.2;">6 oz. of local honey from TruBee</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 1.2;">A double serving of Cinnamon Girl oatmeal from Haulin' Oats</span></li>
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Of course, we'll also include your short, hand-written message to the recipient (please note at checkout).<br />
Rise & Shine Gift Batches are mailed within 48 hours of purchase
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<i>Applicable local and state taxes apply, as well as shipping and handling fees.</i><br />
<i>Some products may contain nuts or other allergens. </i><br />
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<i><b>I Love this idea and who doesn't like breakfast?</b></i><br />
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Welcome to 6112 Melbourne Dr. Nashville, Tn</div>
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Bedrooms: 3<br />
Full bathrooms: 2<br />
Half bathrooms: 0<br />
Total square feet: 2,200<br />
Year built: 1960<br />
Lot size: 272 X 217 (1.070 acres)<br />
Garage: Carport/2<br />
Basement: None<br />
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Of course, and not surprising, her first suggestion was to paint everything white. This house is quite large and that would be a huge undertaking, however key areas, such as the foyer, dining room, and a window filled gallery hallway will be done.</div>
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This home has the most beautiful brick floors and the white walls are really highlighting them.</div>
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The possibilities are endless. Folding screens aren't just for privacey, they can offer architectural interest to an architecturally absent room. Perfect for the bland apartment rental or if you don't have a designated home office, this will offer a way of hiding the clutter.</div>
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I think if I hadn't become a nurse a million years ago, I would have been a real estate agent.</div>
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Who doesn't love going through other people's homes...physically or virtually?</div>
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I don't know if it is because I grew up in a mid century modern home with my grandmother's house next door built in the traditional Japanese architecture, but I am so curious when a house goes on the market that is architecturally interesting.</div>
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So I am going to start a segment called Really Great Real Estate to honor these architectural gems and hopefully people will want to celebrate good design...not knock it down to build a McMansion.</div>
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Maybe these realtors will share their commission with me if it sells :)</div>
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Welcome to 612 Hillwood Blvd. Nashville, Tn</div>
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Bedrooms: 4<br />
Full bathrooms: 3<br />
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Total square feet: 3,377<br />
Year built: 1965<br />
Lot size: 164 X 401 (1.420 acres)<br />
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Melissa Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14665993372905198057noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046199697881795888.post-11007010603358444262013-09-26T08:44:00.001-07:002013-09-26T08:44:52.721-07:00Please Help<br />
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Baton Rouge tennis pro Johnny Wahlborg was in a significant
automobile accident Friday evening, September 13th. He lost control of
his truck on the way to see his students at a junior tournament in
Mississippi. Johnny sustained multiple broken ribs, a broken arm, five
broken vertebrae in his nec<span class="text_exposed_show">k, bruised
lungs, and trauma to the head. Luckily, there is no apparent nerve or
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Hospital in stable condition and has since been moved to Our Lady of the
Lake Hospital. He was kept sedated for two days and on a respirator.
Johnny is able to talk and communicate with his family. As you might
expect, Johnny faces a long road to recovery. Please keep the Wahlborg
family in your thoughts and prayers.<br /> </span></span></div>
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tennis players in Baton Rouge for the past 25 years. In an excerpt from
Johnny’s web site Johnny’s motto is “love the battle” - “The battle
to develop a positive attitude, even when things get tough, in tennis,
in sports, and in life. We strive to help our students develop
confidence, do their best, accept life’s challenges, and excel in
everything they do – on and off the court.”</span></span></span></div>
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family, a donation account at Iberia Bank has been established.
Donations may be made in one of two ways: 1) You can visit any Iberia
Bank location and make a donation by check or cash; 2) You may send a
check made out to Johnny Wahlborg c/o Craig Netterville, Senior Vice
President, Iberia Bank, 3700 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809. If you
have any questions about donations, you can e-mail Craig at
cnetterville@iberiabank.com or you can e-mail me at
edgaskell@bocagerc.org<br /> </span></div>
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Melissa Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14665993372905198057noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046199697881795888.post-27639593479976514342013-09-12T13:24:00.001-07:002013-09-13T06:53:42.558-07:00Could It Be Black Friday<div style="text-align: center;">
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Melissa Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14665993372905198057noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046199697881795888.post-37963972190807200902013-09-12T08:02:00.001-07:002013-09-12T08:02:14.628-07:00To Good To Pass Up<div style="text-align: center;">
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Hammered Dome Pendant Ceiling Light in Black/Gold</div>
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Melissa Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14665993372905198057noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046199697881795888.post-70403376046588557922013-09-11T08:19:00.001-07:002013-09-11T08:19:43.269-07:00Greek Geek<div style="text-align: center;">
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3. These people are fun...who doesn't like to yell out "Opa" after every song.<br />
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The next hottie I will introduce you to is Jon Snow.</div>
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His hobbies include saving abandoned puppies</div>
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His favorite color is black and he is not a fan of PETA</div>
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Like I need a new time suck, but my son has gotten me obsessed with Game Of Thrones.</div>
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I am now on the second book and he is on the fifth and we are watching the series. Now I am not into fantasy films/books at all. It's just not my thing and this is what I call fantasy light.</div>
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What I really like about watching the HBO series is the scenery, costumes and styling. I would have absolutely no desire to live in Medieval times...I wouldn't last 5 minutes, but the gowns, the gold, the jewels, I could handle.</div>
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One of my favorite characters is Daenerys Targaryen.</div>
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Her living quarters at one point in the show was this:</div>
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In this look she has stopped camping and is more at a club med type of place:</div>
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So if you enjoy watching/reading about the issues of social hierarchy, religion, loyalty, corruption, sexuality, civil war, crime, and punishment, then this is for you...and there are really cute guys in it. </div>
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Over the weekend I opened up my new Southern Living and was expecting to drool over the <a href="http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/caramel-apple-blondie-pie-50400000130138/" target="_blank">Caramel Apple Blondie Pie</a> recipe but in fact I was dying over the home in South Carolina decorated by Mathew Bees.</div>
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Now from the front it looks like every other home here in Franklin Tennessee</div>
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I mean mine looks like this:</div>
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Minus the red light district door, they are pretty much alike.</div>
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So I was blown away by the interior of this 100 year old home. It's like if Ralph Lauren and Mary McDonald had a baby, this is the home they would live in.<br />
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So this is who I believe is their love child...Mathew Bees<br />
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In this house we have no Labor Day plans because it is the first LSU game Saturday night and the world will stop turning for several hours.</div>
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This staircase is really only used by us to transport various beverages up to the man cave so I feel like this is a missed opportunity to have some fun with this space.</div>
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This summer has been banana's!</div>
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Moving daughter home from college.</div>
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30 year high school reunion.</div>
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Ya Ya Mother having one heart procedure after the other.</div>
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Moving daughter back to school into new apartment that is nicer than we ever had!</div>
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So I am ready for some fun...which means Flea Market this weekend!!!!!</div>
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I hit some thrift shops this week to prove I am not getting rusty and this is what I found:</div>
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This is part of a dinette set. The table was horrible but the lines of the chairs were really good, they just need new fabric on the seats and they would be good to go. They have kind of, if you squint, the feel of a wishbone chair so these paired with a Saarinen table or knock off version such as the Docksta from IKEA and you have a great set.</div>
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Now I come across these a lot but I think with some sanding and a coat of white lacquer paint and these would look super cool. GW wanted $14.95 each and there was a pair.</div>
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Love this rattan chair with magazine compartment! It would look great painted or left natural. Pop a cushion in it and that would instantly be my go to place to read.</div>
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It joined this cluster of Asian art and stranger art in my bedroom:</div>
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So I am back and ready for Flea Market weekend...the garage is empty now:)</div>
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