Maybe you're wondering where a wonderful sunset like the one shown above was found? Let me tell you. My backyard. Each night, Matt and I make it a point to enjoy the sunset from the deck off of our bedroom. We have a couple of teak rockers and a little table that we love to sit out on and stare into the distance and enjoy the colors that only God has on his palette. We often find cloud animals and imaginary scenes. One of us is usually able to convince the other of what we're seeing, and if not we look elsewhere. Last night, we saw a parade of elephants. Can you see them?

What I like. I like people who are realistic about their emotions and situations. I don't believe that everything is positive, therefore not everything I will say about my life will have a positive twist on it. Genuine and real emotions are healthy. It's okay to not like something, as long as you aren't dwelling on that dislike. All that to say, I would rather a friend complain about something than pretend that everything is okay. In my blog, I will write about how I really feel about things, and try not to vague.

Moving on, Matt is working today - special circumstance, which means that I was able to wake up early this morning and go garage saling. Saling? Looks awkward, but I'll work it. I believe today was the jackpot of all garage saling Saturdays thus far. I found a sweet vintage gold bordered, intricately designed mirror, for 5 bucks. Did I mention that it's almost an octagon shape? I believe a photo is necessary.

Brand new Hemp body butter( I LOVE BODY BUTTER), never opened, from The Body Shop - 2 bucks, Sweet decorative shelving piece - 2 bucks, normally over 20 dollars at Target, Stainless steel IKEA wall-hanging magazine holder with 3 slots - 5 bucks.

After the garage sales, I stopped at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore, which is located in downtown Chattanooga - a frequent haunt of mine - where I purchased a can of white paint, and a thick wooden dowel for my ribbon collection. This cost 3 dollars.

I recommend checking on-line to find your local ReStore. It truly is the best place to find anything you need for home improvements, recycled craft project materials, paint, knick knacks, tools, furniture, you name it. It's all so cheap, and it's all donated. I love it! The proceeds go towards building Habitat for Humanity Homes, such as those for people who lost their homes in Hurricane Katrina. Check it out.

I'm with Ashley on this one, Ready Made magazine is fantastic. I used my magazine this month as a measuring tool for my latest and greatest garden grown cucumber. I also am still in the process of reading it, but below is a photo.


Nothing too deep this time folks, just some day to day enjoyables from Chatt to you.