Something Old, Something New.......

This past week has been so crazy. It's a bit surreal to me that a week ago Jeff and I were hauling our trailer to Iowa for a buying trip and to go see the "American Pickers!" We had such a fun time searching through old junk places and antique stores etc. It's a constant treasure hunt for us as we look around each corner to see what will appear to us next. I always find something every time that I remember seeing in my Grandma Nina's kitchen and every time I have this moment were I am back there in her home even if just for a second. I can still smell, feel and touch in my mind everything about her little kitchen. That is such a wonderful moment to me that I think it is one reason's our hobby has now turned to business. I hope whether an antique left as is or something we have made a great shabby chic piece. I hope these things bring their owner a moment of nostalgia.

The best part of this new venture is that it's something Jeff & I share together. As our children are growing, getting married, moving out on their own and picking colleges. Our time as everyday parents is coming closer to an end. The times when Jeff & I would meet for coffee in the past our time together would be about planning our schedules around the kids activities and making sure we made time for just us. Now our conversations are about what we will do in 18 mos. when our last child goes off to college. We have plenty of time were it's just us!! :-)

Just like these treasures on our trips, life changes and what was once new is soon old and no longer of use. Making sure that I am ready for the next phase of life for me is a way for me to find joy and to focus on the excitement that lies ahead for all of my family. Although I love antiques and the reuse of old things. I want to make sure that I stay ready for these changes in my life and that I allow God to show me the joy that lies ahead for me and my family. I don't want to find myself a rusted up antique of no value to anyone!!!