Tears of Joy

Pinch me, I must be dreaming!!!! And so it is, drywall day! This is the living room ceiling going up... It seems months have gone by without progress, but that is not true. New electrical, which was an unexpected expense, few new plumbing pipes, and moving the hot water heater.... check! Next, painting and tile work. I can't wait to get started painting, heading straight to Home Depot today to pick out colors. Finger crossed we are getting closer to our scheduled move in date..... hopefully, there will be a kitchen by then.

Slow and steady wins the race!

Nothing much has changed. I am STILL waiting on the permit, and it is trying my patience. Estimates are coming in and I can't wait to get started. Stay in touch.... more to come.

In the mean time, I am planning an Asian inspired baby shower. The event is scheduled for mid-March at the Atlantic Center for the Arts (ACA). ACA is a really cool property here in New Smyrna Beach, they have in house residencies for artists, dancers, musicians.... and many more. The residencies usually last about 3-4 weeks with a performance at the end of their time together. Amazing teachers travel to their facility seasonally. We are using the painting studio at ACA. The guests will have an opportunity to "Paint a Piece" and take it home!!!! Here is a picture of the parents to be, she is a personal trainer and dad is studying to be a Chiropractor. This kid should be in shape!!!

Until next time....

www.atlanticcenterforthearts.org

On another note....

Just a personal blog....

I am not a HUGE T.V. watcher, however occasionally I find myself hooked on something. This time around it was The Bachelor. I think it was because I felt so bad for Jason Mesnick and all he went through. Now I am spitting mad and cannot believe I was so engaged by his charm, and precise knowledge of how to treat a women. Well that's what we get ladies for trusting a good for nothing, fake man. When he proposed to Melissa I was ecstatic and truly thought he chose the right girl, and now needs to try out Molly again. How disgusting. Now, I hate this show and really hope Jason gets what he deserves..... Empty sex, that's what he is looking for!!! Man he can cry on demand and has all the right words and phrases. He is the same as the rest. Stay in L.A. Jason, it is where you belong. Thank God he is a good father.

I am really upset about the "Final Rose" special. I am so sorry for Melissa and her pain, and am glad she told him to never call her again. The best line of the night, "You bastard" said Melissa. Go on Melissa.... find someone who can commit without wondering about the other girls he screwed last week.

That's it from me..... I am laughing.

More from Renningers

Well, since the house is at a standstill, I decided to entertain you with a few more images from the flea market I visited last weekend. The couch is one of my living room inspirations. Currently, I am looking for an adorable small dresser to slip under my bathroom sink!!! I love, love, love the red ones and regret not purchasing one. If you would like to purchase any of these items I have contact info for most.
Hope to get started again soon. I will keep you updated.

Dear Mr. Inspector

Dear Mr. Inspector,

I have done as much as I can without your approval. Now I am at your mercy. Please grant me the permits I desire!!!!

Sincerely,
Rachel

Looks like I can't go any further without getting appropriate permits and fingers-crossed, I don't receive any "slaps on the wrist". What's next? Windows, drywall, driveway... did I mention electrical and plumbing? Can you hear me screaming? I am holding on tight to my last good nerve and going straight to City Hall in the morning!!!!

This adorable sign is from www.bluebellbazaar.etsy.com. My sister found this cute Etsy shop today. What cute vintage pieces. Check them out today!!

Guest Blog...

I am officially a "guest blogger", it is just for my sis.... but, you have to start somewhere!!! Check it out.

www.innoveevents.blogspot.com

Rae

Oh Renningers, I Salute You!

This weekend I attended Renningers Extravaganza.... and it was all it promised. Having specific needs in mind, I went with a grocery list. Without my list I could have found myself lost in an antique heaven. Some of my favorites I will post with contact info just in case you are interested. Marine vintage lighting, Lucite furniture and accessories and amazing mid-century modern leftovers. If you have an eye and a hand for sanding, you would have needed a moving truck to take it all home. Lots of pictures to come!!! These pics are from a nautical renovator, he goes into old ships and boats and restores most he comes across. I bought 5 lighting pieces for the new house!!!! Visit www.renningers.com for the next dates!!!!