It is a cute, quirky little figure and I was happy to put her in a place she could be seen. Dad used to carve them while he watched his hockey games. I think it was to keep him awake as he would fall asleep so quickly watching TV. Over time he got pretty good at it but this first one has become my favourite.
Hubby spent most of the week working on his bedroom. He wanted to raise the bed frame and sand it down as well.
I had wondered if he wanted a bigger bed but he said no, that he was really happy with his bed and it was just the way he wanted it and it made room for his model train work too. That was the promise we had made to each other. Our rooms could be and have whatever we wanted no questions asked.
Me, I wanted my queen size bed and I wanted some changes in the pictures plus some things that were just me.
One was a bedspread that was more me and bringing my Nancy Drew collection into my space too. We are both really happy with our own rooms and hubby really is enjoying working on his favourite hobby once more.
As hubby worked on his room I worked on another puzzle.
One thing I have found is that I prefer 500 piece puzzles. The days of enjoying 2,000 or 1,000 are past. They were okay but working on the smaller ones gives me more pleasure. I tucked a few on my wish lists for future projects - LOL.
This brand of puzzle had one huge challenge. The complete picture is not on the lid of the box. They have a few very tiny images on the side but the detail that you want to see is missing. I found it on the internet and printed the picture in order to work on it. These are the DiXit collection so if you ever see these ones, you may find yourself needing to find a bigger picture to work with.
Anyway, that was our week of visits and hobbies and making our rooms our own.
Have a great weekend.
Individual tastes and individual bedrooms contribute to a healthy relationship.
ReplyDeleteLove the puzzle.
Have a happy weekend! 💖🥰
Yes, it sure does, I use to be so afraid I was going to hurt him as I moved around in bed that I wouldn't sleep as deep, now I know I won't I notice I am sleeping much better. Thank you it was not as tough as I thought it would be once I got a decent picture off the internet. You too, my friend!
DeleteWhat a lovely and orderly and personal space each of you have! Kind of reminds me of how my grandparents' home evolved into a room that was special to him (his "Boy Scout" room), and spaces that were special to her as well. Everyone needs that special place, don't we?
ReplyDeleteAnd a carving that is mindful of your father, too. It is precious to have a piece of art tying you together.
Savor the weekend!
It sure does, I remember as a kid not understanding why my grandparents slept in separate rooms but now I sure do. It is nice that we both have our special places. It really is nice to have that little carving. You too, my friend!
DeleteThat sounds like such a special week! How wonderful that you were able to get one of your father's carvings back, especially the very first one he made. It's so meaningful to have a piece of his creativity and to know it's now in a place where it can be seen and appreciated. It's also lovely that you had such a nice visit with his friend and could reminisce about your hometown.
ReplyDeleteIt's great to hear that you and your husband are both enjoying making your personal spaces exactly what you want them to be. It's so important to have a space that feels like your own, and it's fantastic that you both have a place to enjoy your favorite hobbies.
And a good puzzle is always a great way to spend some time! It's smart to have a few more puzzles tucked away for the future, especially now that you know what size you enjoy most. Thanks for the heads-up about the DiXit puzzles—that's a great tip! (((BIG HUGS)))
It really was a lovely week and it was so nice to make our own spaces our own. My tricky part is not doing things in hubby's room, I tell myself if he doesn't want to make his bed or if he wants to leave his clothes there - it is HIS room - LOL. Thanks for stopping by my friend and huge hugs back!
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