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I had a super busy weekend as the spring cleaning in my home is in full spring! There were of course the usual errands. I had to also work on a book report for my son's school project.........so there was very little down time. I did manage to sneak a few moments of solitude which was perfect. I moved the couch away from the window to let some more light in. I now have a wooden bench placed there instead. I picked up a very interesting coffee table book on Antiques from the local library sale for a dollar. The pages are filled with stunning images and in depth information of the types of antiques that are found in different parts of the world. Fascinating to say the least!!
Did you notice the little plant by the window ? I bought a few of them from the nursery. I did not like the container they came in so I transported it into this glass container. This is really a large tea light holder but I thought it would make a pretty pot for my plant :) What do you think?? I re-plotted a few more plants the same way. I shall share the pictures soon.
Here's wishing you a wonderful new week ahead!
An update : Here is a picture of the houseplants re-potted into my old but large tea light holders. I remembered to take some pictures this morning :)
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Friday in my opinion is the best day of the week. It is the time to plan for the weekend. Whether you do a lot or do absolutely nothing on the weekend is your choice entirely! Sometimes the weekend seems no different from the work week and yet Friday is a fun day :) While I have some mundane errands to run this weekend, I can't help but day dream of an island in Spain :)
I think the maximum number of homes featured on MDC have been from Spain :) This exquisite home in Mallorca takes my breath away. The fuchsia flowers, the Mediterranean air, the earthy tones.......sigh its all so dreamy!
What is your favorite element in this home? To view more images of this home click here.
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I am really not great at DIY projects thought I would love to be :) However, this fantastic DIY that I found on Martha Stewart's website is just my kind of thing! I am totally motivated to try this out myself.
I love the concept of these travel keepsake kits. After every vacation I think of printing a few photographs and preserving them in an album or scrapbook. However, it never happens!! I never get around to sorting the images......I guess I take too many pictures :) These wooden keepsake boxes seem to be the perfect way to store photographs, ticket stubs, maps, and mementos. What an absolutely brilliant, stylish yet practical way to store your memoirs.
To know more about how to make your own fun keepsake boxes click here. You will find details on where you can buy the box, the paint and the stencils!! I think this would be a fun project for the summer!
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My Dream Canvas often acts as my ten minute escape from reality. Some days it is even more meaningful to blog a little as it helps me unwind and relax. MDC is a big part of my life and yet I share only a part of me here! There is a whole other side as well:) On the home front there is a lot going on and some of it is not in my control. However, what I can control, and I like to do is blog and take pictures :) Sometimes doing the most random things can make you feel relaxed. I moved stuff around to give my home a summer makeover. I dug out this little horse which was lying neglected in a closet and now it has a new home next to my turquoise lamp!
MDC is where I usually share my thoughts about design and décor and my passion for photography. Yet blogging is like maintaining an online diary. It is hard to disconnect the realities of everyday life from the virtual world.
However, every once in a while I write just for myself......simply to pen down my thoughts. As a blogger does that happen to you? Do you always write for an audience or sometimes is it just for you??
Today, I spent a few hours chatting with a friend at home. A cup of tea and a good conversation with a friend who "gets you" can be the biggest blessing in life. I am fortunate to have an amazing set of friends where I live. While I was writing this post, I received a comment from a blogger friend and reader who said " Each time I visit your blog, I leave a little happier Anu! Thank you so much."
A thoughtful comment like this on a day like today was just what the doctor ordered :) Thank you! I have a lot on my mind these days...... and a good conversation with a friend and a kind comment on MDC reminds me that I should not just dwell on the negatives but count my blessings :)
My little horse says hello :)
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