Reality Daydream

The Dream is Free, The Hustle Sold Separately

Pinterest

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I've had several readers request that I add a button to my blog inviting you all to "follow me on Pinterest", which seems weird to me... but I finally took the plunge! I added a little red button to the left sidebar in case you're interested or feel so compelled, but certainly don't feel obligated. I don't have tons of boards with hundreds of pins or anything. I only pin something when I actually ... [ Read More ]

China Cabinet and Server

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These hefty pieces of furniture have been occupants of our garage for at least a year. We bought this china cabinet and server for dirt cheap on craigslist, and knew we could at least slightly improve their appearance. All pieces are well-built and structurally sound. Just needed a bit of a face-lift... primarily losing that awkward blue-green wash. Below is the BEFORE pic (doesn't it look like we ... [ Read More ]

Lacking Direction?

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I've been thinking a lot about the blog lately, and direction we're going. But are we going in a direction? If I were asked what the "theme" of my blog is... I wouldn't know what to say! Most blogs have a primary topic that they cover, but my blog is just a jumble of a bunch of different things (my life!)... home improvements, country living, furniture transformations, parenting multiples, ... [ Read More ]

Giggles!

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Breaking news!! This just in! The girls are laughing! It's about the cutest thing I've ever seen or heard. Paisley laughed for the first time on Sunday, and Adelyn yesterday! It turns out they're quite ticklish! The following photo doesn't necessarily portray them using their new talent. Adelyn's been on an emotional rollercoaster today. She's even got a little tear, can you see it? Paisley on ... [ Read More ]

Photoshop Editing Tip!

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Ever since I was in design school, I've had Photoshop on my computer... and absolutely NO idea how to use it. I've googled tutorials and whatnot, but they always assume you have a basic knowledge of photoshop, which I don't.But yesterday, my photographer friend Destri posted this photo on her facebook page. Notice the eyes...Aren't they so reflective and glassy in the second shot? I immediately ... [ Read More ]

Recipe FAVES!

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Ok, so remember our super fun recipe exchange? I was so impressed with how many of you shared your favorite go-to recipes! I hope to try them all eventually, but today I wanted to share a couple of my absolute favorites so far! (in case you are too lazy to rifle through the comment section of our Recipe Exchange, or if you're one of those people that needs a second opinion before you deem it ... [ Read More ]

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I just wrote about 3 full paragraphs, but then I erased it all because it was entirely uninteresting. Lately, it feels like everyday is exactly the same. And while I love being a stay-at-home mommy, I struggle with feeling stranded out in the country, far from town, friends and civilization. It makes for very limited adult interaction for myself, which puts a lot of pressure on Nick when he gets ... [ Read More ]

TWinnovative

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Yesterday I and the girls went grocery shopping together for the first time! I had put a lot of thought into the logistics of this, including reading twin books on the topic and talking to other twin moms. The most common idea included having two carts, either with both babes being pushed in one cart, with the cart of groceries being pulled behind (which sounded awkward and difficult to maneuver), ... [ Read More ]

Bedroom Design Inspiration

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As I've been considering the design development in our bedroom, I stumbled upon the following photo on Pinterest of this beautiful Greecian Port and fell in love. And I realized, the colors are sooo incredible... so this photo is now my color inspiration for the bedroom!! You can start to see hints of it with the turquoise headboard and burnt orange nightstands.  It's beautiful right? Photo found ... [ Read More ]

She’s Got Swag

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A looooooooong time ago when we painted this backsplash, the homeowners Stan and Sue gave us a tour of their lovely home... and I comment on how I loved  their vintage swag lamps in their living room. It was meant to just be a compliment... but they proceeded to remark, "those old things? We just bought new lights to put in their place. Do ya want the old ones?"   ...ummmm, yes please? And so Stan ... [ Read More ]

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