Sunday is a perfect day to update the family blog. I've been really busy lately as I have been painting my two front rooms (finally!). Painting the wall the colors I want really does something for the soul. I feel so much lighter and happier. I am finally taking some noticeable steps towards making my house a home.
I'll post some pictures when all is done, but the color is a light gray with a couple of walls a darker gray accent. The rooms are so light and airy - I love it!
Life is really great here for the Lorsch's. Ryan and I are done with our bachelors degrees and graduate in July. To say that I am excited is an understatement. I seriously have so much time to tackle my to-do list! I am aware that I will probably look back at this no-school, one-kid time of my life and realize I had it great, so I'm trying to enjoy every minute.
I had an epiphany the other day in regards to my "womanhood". Ryan and I try to be frugal by distinguishing between our needs and wants. I always regarded decorating my home as a want, that it was not necessary and that I shouldn't spend money on decorating. Slowly, over the 2 years we have been living in this home, I have come to realize that it is a need that I have as a wife and mother. I need to be able to use my skills and talents to create a space that I love. It is therapeutic and makes me happy. At first I felt silly that decorating brought me true happiness, but it really does. I explained it to Ryan that as a man, he needs to feel like he is a good provider for his family. To be confident in his manhood, he needs to feel that he takes care of his family's needs, etc. As a woman, I need to be able to personalize the space around me. To do so makes me feel like I am a woman who can do something worthwhile to bless her family. This may seem silly to those of you who have already realized this, but I am so much happier now that I have figured out that decorating is an expression of my femininity.
As such, I have been given some spending money for each pay period and am THRILLED! Now I don't want anyone thinking that Ryan doesn't let me spend any money. We both agree on our budget, but after my epiphany, we have recognized the need for me to spend some money on myself. Now, when you have a set amount of money, you realize there are millions of things to buy. I am excited to take my budget and frugally decorate my home. DIY home decorating blogs are proof that I can make my home beautiful on a budget. I'll be sure to document my progress.
So that's all I want to say for now. Here is a woman at peace with herself and the world. Adieu.
6 comments:
Nice insight. I'm still working on it but wonder the same thing. I've been a little torn on buying a $20 can of paint to redo an old dresser. And then some fabric to make a couple projects here and there. Good update--I like reading blogs and decided that you should blog more often! :)
I had the same epiphany a few years ago. There is something in me, an instinct, that wants to beautify my home! It's pretty crazy how amazing I feel when I do something small, like paint or make a decoration, to make my home pretty.
Congratulations on graduating, Katie. HUGE accomplishment. I am so proud of you.
I love this post.
That's so true!! I had not quite had the epiphany that it was a need...but I like the way you put it. I have definitely felt that way as I have slowly decorated our apartment. You are so great Katie!
Love this, love you! I've been battling with that too! Trying to find a balance between spending and making our house more of a home. I love your insight and completely agree with you! :)
Wonderful insight. Maybe this explains my inate masculine need to upgrade my home theater AV receiver! I now feel free of guilt and cannot wait to spend the cash that will bring me happiness! I am glad I read your blog. By the way, your home is looking more beautiful all the time!
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