delays, not just for airports my friend

So its been a while since I posted because there has not been a lot to talk about.
I was already to move everything the weekend of May 10, I even took time off of work so I could be ready. The first night went great, dad surprised me by getting off work early and we moved some of the big items over like my TV and entertainment center.
We put the TV in my bed room because I had purchased a new TV for the living room, little did I know that cable was no longer a call them and they come out and hook it process...
Apparently cable is now a whole ordeal you have to go through, I tried to get the cable I am used to and have had at my parents house for years but found out they can't service my side of the street, so I started research to see if there was another company that would be cheaper and I could get them out there-yes and no...
First I found out getting a standard cable company would take 2 plus weeks, and I am a TV junkie and having no TV is just not a possibility for me, I have the Blu Ray hooked up and I have been watching movies but even that is getting old, and as you can tell I like movies

So after much research I found the best deal for me and got it all scheduled so I am very excited to get that going! Also going full house so that fun, I love that I can record in any room and watch in any room.
I also picked up this small TV for the kitchen, love how it blends in

So cable was not the only problem I was having... I mentioned before trouble with the plumbing well dad came out and tried to fix it as best he could

Hard to tell from the photo but in true dad fashion he was using a curtain rod to reach around the tight angles, got to use what is there right?

But that did not work so I had to call the plumber, THANK GOD I had a home warranty I called them and they sent someone out and I only had to pay $60! 

Sadly they couldn't find/fix the problem! He said his snake was at the max and he could not find a problem, so I had to call the big guys in.

The next day 

came out and after 2 1/2 hours they were able to find the problem, it was all the way out past the street, over 120 feet away from the house.

So another strange thing happened the other day, my sister went to use the bathroom but the light wouldn't turn on, I was assuming it was just burnt out and we would change the bulb when I had time, however when my dad came to work on the plumbing he tried the light and found the fan wasn't working either we thought oh its a fuse... we checked that and nope. So dad pulled the cover and tried to see what the problem was, he was even in the attic looking to see where in the world the wires went, he couldn't figure it out

So he put everything back and we went home for the night, 3 days later out of habit I hit the switch and everything worked... SO STRANGE. So the bathroom is possibly haunted...

One other thing I was able to get 1/2 set up is my typewriter tower, still have one typewriter at home that has to be moved but I love this!

I will do a little more with it as time goes on but I love that they are out and I can look at them every day!

But all the current problems are solved and as soon as the cable is installed I plan to MOVE IN this weekend!!! Fingers Crossed!!!!

Bags and Shoes-I am woman

Slowly and little by little I am moving stuff over... This weekend I took some clothes and started to fill my spare closet, happy delight the closest are much bigger than I thought so that will be very helpful.
I also moved over all the shoes I don't wear on a normal everyday, it was then that I realized I have a few shoes...

and no this is not all of my shoes...
But I was able to get them all in the closet, oh I forgot to mention this was after I went through and filled a garbage bag with ones I no longer wanted....
So with only a couple double layers I was able to get them all in the closet

I also brought over some bags and thought I worked hard to get them they should be displayed like art. So here you have my closet art!

Still loads of room behind them and on the second shelf. they are VERY deep closets

After all that girly work I decided it was time to tackle the garbage slider... The original plan was to put it in its own cabinet but found out it was an inch to big so i had to compromise and put it under the sink... I read the directions and realized how easy it is so I gave it a shot. And I am very proud of myself!!

yes I see that is on a small angle I did that on purpose. 

After that I really didn't have much else to do I was going to head over to my parents but then I saw my solar lights in the garage I have had them since December since they were free at Menards with a rebate, just been waiting for a time to put them up. and I thought why not now??

So I assembled them and took them out to "plant" I still have 2 but I think I will keep them as "just in case" 

I put them all along the walkway to my house and one on each side of the garage

Stopped short by a head cold/allergy thing...

Before the weekend started I had every intention on moving so large item over to the house and being on the verge of moving the last stuff.
Then the allergy/cold monster moved into my head, throat, and chest. I tried to work through the pain on Saturday and got a lot done.
I was able to paint my bedroom a light gray, I figure this way any accent color I end up picking will really pop
I originally did not plan to paint this room but after looking at the walls it was pretty marked up and dirty and needed something.

On Thursday my dad came over and finished up the trim work on my kitchen and did a few other little things like hung my America flag- 

I think it looks great. It was so important to me to have that flag up.
He also hung my wind chimes outside my kitchen and living room window so I can hear them from both rooms. And they did work I heard them softly behind me all weekend as I lay on the couch struggling to breath.

Last I was able to wave farewell to the terrible kitchen curtains and we added some blinds it looks so much better
Sorry its not a great picture but it was hard with the amazing sunlight streaming in.

I spent most of the days laying on the couch trying hard to get air through my nose and not coughing cause that felt like razor's in my throat...
This was my home...

When I did have moments where I felt energy I would try to get stuff done. I was able to get the last of the dvd's over and put away. They are in a very random order of genre not how I would like it but it will work for now

I also put away some of the liquor and alcohol, I again don't care for the organizing but I was sick and didn't really feel like thinking it though so I just through everything on the shelf.

Because being sick and not getting anything you wanted to get done wasn't bad enough I went to use the bathroom on Sunday and had a wet foot. Apparently when I was doing laundry it was to much and I discovered a possible problem in my sewer pipe... When the water leads the washer its to much and everything started backing up. So I went to see my super hero dad and he looked around and thinks I will need to call Roto Rooter, but we are going to look into it more next weekend.

I knew something was going to happen at some point... that's what houses do right?

Just hope I feel better next weekend so I can catch up on everything I didn't get done this weekend.

Let there be light, and warm water...

Due to the passing of a loved one our normal weekend's activities were a little scattered but you know us, we never rest.
After work on Friday I decided to run so errands, when I got home I walked into "water world" apparently something was plugging up the garbage disposal and when it was unplugged it was like someone had opened Hoover Dam, water everywhere, including raining from the ceiling in the basement... OH NO.
So after lots of clean up it lead to the emptying out of the old roll top desk, and my dad got it into his head that it would be a good time to empty the book shelves.
Anyone who knows me knows I love to read, so do my parents, and we buy books so we can pass them around to each other... that leads to A LOT OF BOOKS. it took me 5 Ikea blue bags and I still have more to transfer to my new house. I have to donate a good amount of them but there are still so many I want to keep its ridiculous!

Besides carrying more books than the library around for 2 days I spent some time making my entry pretty. This is not a final look but I like that it at least looks pretty.

The door on the left is to the outside the door on the right is to the garage.
I collect typewriters so be prepared to see them all over, this is one of my favorites because of the U shape
Also it is cast iron and almost broke my wrist when I tried to move it.

Another big project for me over the weekend (actually started a long time ago, just got them done this weekend) was a Pinterest inspired lamp upcycle!
Before I tell you about the lamp I have to show you my pride and joy- the homemade spray paint "tent" I took the box from my new oven cut it down the side and opened it up, used extra cardboard for the bottom so no spray paint goes anywhere I don't want it to go!

Step one Take nasty old ugly lamps-
These were my grandparents- my dad believes they were an early anniversary gift but he was not sure. anyway they have been around forever! They are ugly gold and really looked bad!

Next I bought some spray paint, I went with the textured kind because I wanted to give them more grip when you used them as a 'side table'. 

If you do any kind of spray paint and don't use the "gun" your a fool, its only $2 and saves you lots of pain and mess. Plus you will have it forever go get one!!

Ok painting was done time for the hard part... the lamp shade cover...

Let me tell you Binder clips were a God send!!

I used spray adhesive which works great but WOW was it a mess, I thought ahead and used cardboard to catch over spray but once that sticky stuff was on your hands it was a nightmare to get off.  

Here is my final and I am so proud!!!

And LAST for the weekend we got the microwave up!!!

Warmed up a bowl of water and everything worked great! I am thinking the shelf will be a wine/alcohol shelf, and maybe some cookbooks... who knows.

So I guess its time to move the big stuff! 

The house is ready!!!

Christian Blessings

Last week we had a beloved family member pass away. As Christian's we are so lucky that while this is a sad thing for us left behind our family member is getting to do everything we live our lives for.
Wilma is celebrating with Jesus! How amazing is that, not to mention getting to get all those who have gone before her. The celebration they must have had!!
For those of us left behind we were able to gather to remember her and celebrate the amazing family we have still here. It was so much fun to find photo's of grandparents, aunts and uncle's in their confirmation gowns, found in a church directory.
The biggest kick of the day was gathering all the cousin's together for a photo... OH MY. this group has not gathered together since... well we know its been over 30 years. We were only missing 3 living cousin's and we know the one who has passed was there in spirit. They may look like adults but let me tell you they are all still kids at heart!
Below is a photo of the Imbrock cousin's and Uncle Alvin (90 years old) and Aunt Bertha (92 years old) Imbrock:

wait.. are we done??

I know I have bragged a lot but my dad is super dad, he deserves a cape. I know he is anxious to get everyone moved which results in him having to bust through some of these last few projects. And Saturday morning he was like the energizer bunny. The guy was getting stuff done fast and furious. He got the trim on the laundry door, the crown molding on the outside of the laundry room and WOW does that look good. Also he trimmed the ceiling tiles and it looks flawless now. So check those 2 rooms off the list as DONE.

Then he went to the bathroom and he put in my new sick. Oh buddy does it look great.

Ok the old sink had this ridiculous 2-3 inch over hang that people were slamming their elbows into and the toilet paper holder was behind your left elbow so you were doing strange yoga poses just to reach it....

This is a photo of the old

And this is the new 

Also put up some shelf's with some decorations 

The old sink will find a new home at my parents

and I got a new facet because I could, but its awesome and swivels so that is a nice feature for a bathroom.

Also moved the TP holder to a normal position.

Its the little things people!

Ok, the other big mission for me was to find the dining room table. It has been a work bench covered in tools for 4 months and since we are so close to being done I had to clean it off and put my new table cloth on. 

I can't believe how big the room still is, and no the plants are not staying there, its just a good spot for now.

Of course we can't leave out my hard work. I put together the Sauder's pieces I got and I am proud to say I did it all on my own, and only cursed and huffed a little.The wardrobe looks SO much bigger sitting in this room, I am not sure if I am fully happy with it just yet...

Still super proud of myself 

I also put together the small bookshelf which of course doesn't fit where I planned it to go (I did not measure it myself I trusted someone else to do it... oh well) Always need a bookcase somewhere.

Last I wanted to share just PART of my flower beds, if anyone knows a lot about plants/flowers I would love your help with what is in here, other than tulips I have no idea what stuff is...

The final push for the move is happening now

I am going to start packing stuff up and moving things I don't need daily like winter clothes etc...

Shop till you drop...

The original plan was 2 day shopping trip, however best laid plans always change...
So rising above people's jealousy and pathetic attempts to bring me down, my mother and sister were gracious enough to change their plans and make a sacrifice so we could get everything done in 1 day. No one is going to steal our joy!
We started in Archbold at Sauders

I was a little disappointed they didn't have what I desperately needed but I was able to find 2 things

Guess we know what I will be doing this weekend!
And if you want comedy you should have seen my mother, sister and I getting them into the dining room, I was smart enough to use the dolly but it was still incredibly heavy and over sized.But we are 3 strong awesome woman and we got them in. You can see what I will be doing this weekend. I just love putting these together! (please note the sarcasm)
Next we came home switched vehicles and headed to Canton, Michigan. Our first stop was Home Goods, now I had never been and honestly I had the lowest expectations because it is owned by the same people who own TJ Max and I think that store is disgusting. But we were pleasantly surprised!! I would recommend this store to everyone it was great!
I found some great table linens and kitchen towels at extremely great prices. Can't wait to dig my kitchen table out from under all the tools and put this on.

Next we went across the street to IKEA!!!
My love for Ikea is deep and true. I had been looking on the website for days so I was prepared, and we did the trip in record time.
I didn't need a lot but there were a couple things that you can only get at Ikea that I needed so it was defiantly worth it!

I even ran into a fellow blogger and author I greatly admire while at Ikea, what are the odds? It was great to see Jill Kemerer.
Last I have to report my 'babies' are starting to grow! I checked on my plants yesterday and was shocked to see little buds already popping up. Looks like I will have some lettuce and cabbage soon.