Just before anyone panics, the answer is NOT move. But isn't this house just about the cutest thing ever? It went up for sale in the fall, and for about 24 hours, I seriously began to consider moving. I recently found that it was still for sale. For another 24 hours, I dreamed and decorated and imagined. I've come back to my senses and do NOT want to move. David, if you're wondering, pretty much keeps quiet during my 24 lapses in judgment. Wise man! He's not really one to move a lot - this is only the third house he's ever lived in - so I think he hopes I'll come around and not call the realtor. When I decided, again, that we should not move, I began to think of all the things I'd like to do to our house. Shutters, new front door, bathroom floors, ah, the list goes on. Which is one thing that keeps me from moving - starting all the projects over. I look at every house for it's potential. The phrase "move-in ready" just makes me laugh. 
My dad put down new peel and stick tiles in my old laundry room and did a great job, so I asked if he would do the same in the pantry. Here's the new floor. Vinyl tiles that are supposed to look like wood are a little cheesy, but I like that it blends with the floor and woodwork. 
Here's the circa 1976 faux brick. Lovely, huh? Somehow faux wood seems better to me than faux brick. Not sure why! Thank you, Dad. Looks great!
Last Tuesday was my aunt Connie's birthday. The "Good" Girls were kind enough to celebrate at my office so I could join them for lunch. We had a great time! If you are wondering why these are the Good Girls, it's not because they're so well-behaved. It's because my Grandmother's maiden name is Good. Which means that my great-grandma was both Good and great! ;)
Riley has a hard time getting the tennis ball in the water, but it doesn't stop him from trying. He is a really good swimmer now! And, as an added bonus, it really wears him out. :)
Henrietta celebrated the fourth in a cozy spot on top of the tv cabinet.
On Tuesday, my mom and I went clothes shopping. You may remember how much I love (not!) shopping for clothes. My mom is the same way. But it was lots more fun than when I set out on my own. We stuck with it, and both found some things. More importantly, it was a really nice day together. We have plans to do it again in the fall.
On Friday, I went to see my grandma. She is 93 and really gets along well. She and I went to see my cousin Sarah and her baby. Grandma sat on the floor with us and got back to her feet about as quickly as I did. It was nice to have a chance to visit with her.
