It was a beautiful morning, despite the cold weather. The sun was shining and the fresh air was invigorating. We enjoyed being out in nature, even if we didn't see any wildlife. The trail was slippery in places, but the stabilizers prevented me from slipping. I was glad I had them, as we saw other people struggling on the ice in places. Overall, it was a pleasant walk.
When I got home from work, the removal of decorations were in full swing. Candy had already gotten the outdoor lights down and most of the decorations inside were gathered up. To finish our work, she even set up a ladder so we could get into the attic and get the storage boxes down.
It's not an easy job because our attic is quite small and there's very limited room to maneuver once you're up there. Furthermore, we have to keep our cat Brooks away from climbing up too - he loves to explore new places! So after we carefully secured Brooks downstairs, we proceeded with our mission of getting everything down and packed away for the holidays. Eventually, after hour of hard work, we managed to get everything loaded back into its place in the attic. All in all, packing away decorations for Christmas was completed until next year.
As time passes, many of us accumulate more and more possessions. Whether they're heirlooms passed down from generations before or treasured items that have been acquired over the years, these objects can hold a special place in our hearts. But few things can compare to something that is handmade with love – something like the three round nesting boxes I made over 25 years ago.
The desk itself has quite a story behind it as well; it was originally an old military desk with drawers and compartments galore – but I only kept the drawers! After some sanding and painting (not to mention some waxing for extra protection), I had created something new from something old; something that not only looked better but held sentimental value as well.
Nowadays, when we look around our home we see countless items that may not be new but still evoke nostalgia - whether it's a mismatched chair inherited from a grandparent or knick-knacks collected on vacation trips - all of which combine to make up part of who we are today. It's true what they say: some of life's greatest treasures come in small packages - like my three round nesting boxes!
However, what makes these North Bros. Christmas Tree Stands so special? Well, they were designed by a company called North Bros. Manufacturing Company in Philadelphia during the early 1900s and were quite popular during the holiday season in America. The reason is because their stands allowed for people to safely display their Christmas trees indoors instead of having them take up space outdoors or inside traditional wooden boxes. Furthermore, it was also great for those who did not want to keep buying live trees each year since these stands could hold both artificial trees and real ones alike!
Now that I am finally going to have a classic set of North Bros. Christmas Tree Stands with new glass lamp shades on top, I can't wait for this project! With some luck and hard work I'm sure my lamps will turn out great and be something truly special that can be cherished for many years down the line-just like the classic pieces from North Bros Manufacturing Company themselves!
Today, I took a journey deep into the wilderness. In my exploration of nature, I discovered a newfound appreciation for the beauty and serenity that outdoor activities like hiking offers. The sights, sounds, smells, and textures of the environment were unlike any other experience. I felt at peace with myself and the world around me as I traversed various terrain and encountered different species along the way. Just Kidding, I ended up driving and then getting on the treadmill when I got home tonight. Will try again tomorrow.
There are plenty of reasons why the average person might not want to walk to work, from bad weather and safety concerns to a lack of time or energy. But sometimes it can be difficult to make convincing excuses when you're asked why you don't walk. Here are some common persuasive excuses for not walking to work that might help the next time you need an explanation: -I'm too busy with other tasks -The sidewalks aren't safe in my area -It's too cold/hot outside -My route has too many hills/unfriendly terrain -I'm worried about missing important calls while I'm on the move -I have medical conditions preventing me from walking.
Well I had some time today so I finished wiring up my lamps. I am extremely happy with them, but with every project, now where do I put them. If I was a bachelor I am sure I could find a place. :-) I would be that creepy hoarder neighbor. All our tables are currently are in use. Maybe these will be gifts to family and friends.
Making big plans in my head to walk to work tomorrow. I got my clothes laid out so I have no excuses now. Bet I can come up with a couple by morning, hahaha.
Curious to see how much snow we are going to end up with today/tomorrow. So far we have only had about 3 inches, but they are calling for more this afternoon and tonight. We already got the driveway shoveled and made a run over to Wal-Mart to pick up a few items.
I have been trying to get caught up on some work items to prep for the new year. Lot of changes coming this year and will be interesting to see how they all play out.
Each year I make up some Blackberry Rum. The process is really easy. I harvest the berries from our bushes in the back yard. Load them into a couple big mason jars and then pour Bacardi Rum over them and let them sit for about a month. Then strain them and re-bottle. Goes great with Coke or 7-UP.
Well we completed another Sharkey last year. This time we were in Hot Springs, AR. Even though I suck at golf I have a really great time hanging out with my uncle's and cousins. I will say that as we all age, things have really slowed down.
