Sometimes there is nothing better than starting the day with a warm bowl of Old Fashioned Oatmeal. I know I'm getting old because I've lost my desire to eat crunchy cereal. My teeth just aren't what they used to be. But a warm bowl of oats fills me up and makes my tummy smile.

Then, I know this is a little silly, but I really enjoy getting ready in the morning. I think it is partially because it is the one excuse I have everyday to justifiably use my artsy talents without feeling guilty about wasting time. Maybe I'm vain, but it is fun for me to play with make-up and I can easily spend more time in the bathroom than the average girl does if I don't watch the clock.
I used to buy super expensive stuff but since I've been married, I have made a huge effort to find less expensive products I like. It has been challenging, but I think I've done well. My favorite product these days is the green stuff on the left by Smashbox. It balances out red skin tones. I can honestly say, I have had a morning when I didn't want to get out of bed, and do you know what ran through my mind? "If you get up, you can put the green stuff on." Yes, I know you think I'm odd. But that did it for me, up I went and I got ready.

If you thought I was odd about make-up, you may want to stop reading because it gets worst. Yes, next is toilet paper. Quilted Northern to be more specific. I use it everyday. I do like the quality it provides but really, the little hearts sewn in by the quilters :) is what makes me smile. I have tried many brands over the years but nothing ever feels as good as seeing those little hearts.


Birds. Our kitchen has some cute little birds that always make me smile. These love birds were given to us from Betsy while we were dating with a note that said something like, "May the enchantment never fade." She saw how we were always cuddling and these birds made her think of us. We decided to use them as our wedding cake topper.



this was a great post!! i absolutely LOVE your birds! i too have a thing for toilet paper, but my love affair is with charmin. :)
ReplyDeleteCharlynn you really make me laugh with the toilette paper story but I understand what you mean, totally!
ReplyDeleteAnd don't feel guilty about the make up stuff, you are a girl, and we as girls love that stuff even those who deny it :D