tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post608640975995515757..comments2024-03-27T12:47:56.986-05:00Comments on Chasing Quaintness: On The One Room Challenge....Benitahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-23073689183476649292015-10-28T13:38:27.902-05:002015-10-28T13:38:27.902-05:00Cecilia, I couldn't have said it better myself...Cecilia, I couldn't have said it better myself! Settling is never a good option and you are so right, it never turns out well, at all! I'm looking forward to finding the right one myself. Hugs to you!! :-)Benitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-55141808415255786762015-10-28T13:37:24.967-05:002015-10-28T13:37:24.967-05:00Thank you so much! I realized that the stress of ...Thank you so much! I realized that the stress of trying to finish on a deadline is just not worth it and that you are so right, I need to live with and love this room. If I am not happy, then all that stress served no purpose whatsoever, except to make me sick…LOL Yeah, he’s a little on the lean side and definitely needs some extra meals! LOL Love and hugs to you my sweet friend!!Benitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-84943175996312406392015-10-28T11:58:11.009-05:002015-10-28T11:58:11.009-05:00It is SO much more important for you to be happy w...It is SO much more important for you to be happy with the end result than to meet a challenge deadline! You have to live with this room! It is also more important to have fun with friends at a Halloween party than to stress over a self-imposed deadline ;) We all support you and can't wait to see the finished project whenever it fits Your schedule. <br />I hope there will be food at the party...the guy sitting at the table looks like he could use some!Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03017368307967996380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-23411455766207887312015-10-28T11:57:23.774-05:002015-10-28T11:57:23.774-05:00Benita, you'll be glad you didn't settle--...Benita, you'll be glad you didn't settle--whether it's men, clothing or furniture it just never turns out well ;) Can't wait to see you find the "just right" vanity! My thrift store addictionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13158685096212282319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-58038103527966038442015-10-28T09:29:28.524-05:002015-10-28T09:29:28.524-05:00I totally agree...settling on something is never a...I totally agree...settling on something is never a good idea, because you are never happy with it and have to end up doing it all over before you want to or are ready to. This was the first time I've entered this challenge and was putting way too much weight on a hard deadline. I feel so much better since I've let it go! :-)Benitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-54745138554456149602015-10-28T09:27:12.248-05:002015-10-28T09:27:12.248-05:00Most definitely! So I'm not worrying about no...Most definitely! So I'm not worrying about not making the challenge deadline. If I do something and don't like it...no one in our home will be happy....LOLBenitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-64727291654971453672015-10-28T09:26:21.634-05:002015-10-28T09:26:21.634-05:00Thanks so much girl! I’ve definitely decided to t...Thanks so much girl! I’ve definitely decided to take a small breather on this bathroom and am not worrying about the deadline. If I use that mirror, it definitely needs something to offset it, not the small vanity…that just won’t work. And I haven’t found the right piece yet, so it will all just have to wait. I don’t want to rush to get it done and meet a deadline only to not like it at the end and have to waste time and money to redo the entire thing…I would not be a happy camper and the hubster wouldn’t be able to sleep..LOL. Menopause is one crazy thing and I’m so done with it…wish it would move away from me…LOL…that is too funny….bizarre dreams? I’ve had a few of those…LOL Love and hugs to you chick!!Benitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-20577680403042772762015-10-28T09:19:11.505-05:002015-10-28T09:19:11.505-05:00I agree and have definitely stopped stressing over...I agree and have definitely stopped stressing over this project. It will be finished when it gets finished! :-)<br /><br />The hubster fixed his eyes so that they glow red....he looks a little famished to me and could definitely use some fattening up...LOLBenitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-17404013981878247092015-10-28T09:16:48.178-05:002015-10-28T09:16:48.178-05:00Thank you Jan...that is exactly what I've deci...Thank you Jan...that is exactly what I've decided to do. I will get back to worrying about the bath and finding the right vanity next week...this week..it's party time! LOL Hugs!!Benitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-77386599059185767162015-10-28T09:15:30.669-05:002015-10-28T09:15:30.669-05:00LOL @ keeping the tools in the truck...that is hil...LOL @ keeping the tools in the truck...that is hilarious!! And the nail gun is truly a dangerous weapon when it is in the hands of a hormone medication deprived woman who is frustrated with a project! :-) I'm glad the hubster has recognized this. I know where the air tank is for the nail gun, but don't know where he has hidden the actual tool part of it. Thankfully, I'm finished stressing about it and will start/finish it when I find the right piece. And thank you so much for sharing that you didn't finish your first time, that does make me feel better so that I don't think that I'm the only one. :-) Can't wait to see the curtains you make! :-) Thanks so much girl, hope you are having a wonderful week!! I will be posting some pre-party photos, hopefully, on Friday or Saturday...after I finish fixing the decorations! Hugs!!Benitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-63960253210677786542015-10-28T09:10:27.131-05:002015-10-28T09:10:27.131-05:00Thank you so much Tessa! I cannot tell you how mu...Thank you so much Tessa! I cannot tell you how much I appreciate the encouragement and support from you and the other ladies who comment on my blog. It truly does help me put things in perspective sometimes. I’m one of those “over-achievers” who seems to think that sometimes everything has to be done at once and I get frustrated with it all, especially when it doesn’t fall into place for me.<br /><br />This was my first time to try one of the challenges. I think the idea is to help encourage everyone to get projects completed and get different ideas. Mine is a small project, but I don’t want to be dissatisfied just to meet a deadline. So, I’m good with not meeting the deadline if I don’t meet it. Our business travel comes first…it keeps a roof over my head….LOL<br /><br />Pumpkin hugs and love to you!!<br />Benitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-32070448961487510602015-10-28T09:05:12.320-05:002015-10-28T09:05:12.320-05:00I do love that project that she did....it was AWES...I do love that project that she did....it was AWESOME!! And no ma'am, you have not offended me at all....I love new ideas and suggestions because it makes me think outside the box, as Brenda said. And thank you so much for speaking your mind....that's what this is all about, for me anyway..helping me through these crazy processes when I can't see the way! The hubster and I were talking last night about using the mirror somewhere else because it may just be too much for the small space and possibly going in a different direction! Like minds...LOL. And I love the word "Loo" for a bathroom or love!! Benitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-65027939160654149642015-10-28T08:56:54.239-05:002015-10-28T08:56:54.239-05:00Thank you so much Rhonda....and don't you love...Thank you so much Rhonda....and don't you love the phrase "bless your heart"??!!....it is one of my favorite phrases to be able to sympathize, empathize and commiserate with someone! :-) It will definitely all come together and I feel so much less pressure since I've let the deadline go...I can relax and enjoy this weekend. The hubster and I met at Halloween, so we really enjoy having fun! Hugs!!Benitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-22778846862466572972015-10-28T08:54:55.916-05:002015-10-28T08:54:55.916-05:00Thank you so much…..I appreciate the encouragement...Thank you so much…..I appreciate the encouragement from all of you…otherwise, I would be chastising myself repeatedly for not being able to get something done on time…I’m weird that way…LOL Everything with the house is slowly but surely falling into place and we are enjoying it so much. This little bath will be the next to last major project that needs to be done. The other is getting some furniture in the 2nd guest bedroom! :-)<br /><br />I’m so excited for Darrielle since she’s never won anything on a blog before! Hugs to you too girl and I so hope you are feeling better!!<br />Benitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-82940041525569909182015-10-28T08:51:41.122-05:002015-10-28T08:51:41.122-05:00LOL...you are hilarious!! And yes, you would be s...LOL...you are hilarious!! And yes, you would be scared if you were at our party. The hubster has all sorts of little hidden things ready to make noise when someone walks past a table or something. Good old Barry Manilow....at the Copa Cabana...LOL THAT is your go to song?? Hilarious!!<br /><br />Yes, I've been cruising Cragslist list like a stalker...LOL It will come together and all fall into place when I find the right piece. I'm moving it to the back burner until the party is over, then will focus on getting that bathroom challenge done and off my plate! :-) Wish you lived closer...I could use your Goodwill skills!! Big hugs back at ya chickie! <br />Benitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-92003191372706821512015-10-28T06:32:40.616-05:002015-10-28T06:32:40.616-05:00I'm a firm believer in regular make-overs. th...I'm a firm believer in regular make-overs. the idea of settling on something to live with for years is scary to me. so go and have fun with your bathroom. just don't make it too permanent. that way, you can move things around when you get tired of them or find something you like better....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-50690019256615294422015-10-27T22:35:29.172-05:002015-10-27T22:35:29.172-05:00You're going to live with that bathroom for a ...You're going to live with that bathroom for a long time...take your time and do it right! Congrats to Darrielle!Kim https://www.blogger.com/profile/15445291034631735026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-32929647597644535592015-10-27T20:53:41.536-05:002015-10-27T20:53:41.536-05:00LOL…yeah, the hubster is concerned about that nail...LOL…yeah, the hubster is concerned about that nail gun being in my hand without my normal hormone meds…LOL And I’m loving the dead mums right now…I hope it stops raining long enough so that I can spray paint them black. LOL @ plant killer…we need to start a club! :-) Hugs!!Benitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-28706335304578888522015-10-27T20:51:02.520-05:002015-10-27T20:51:02.520-05:00Hello chick!! I know you have had a major project...Hello chick!! I know you have had a major project going on and cannot wait to see how it all looks. I've so missed you and am so glad you are almost finished with painting at your house! I will be taking photos this week once I get it all pulled together...I've got a mess right now..LOL Yeah, the eggs were a mess and a mess I do not want to repeat again! I've missed you also and glad we were able to chat! Much love and hugs to you my sweet friend! :-)Benitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-44650970098108917822015-10-27T20:43:37.500-05:002015-10-27T20:43:37.500-05:00Thank you so much and I’m really glad I’m waiting ...Thank you so much and I’m really glad I’m waiting to find the right thing! I hope you like the little set! I will give the hubster your regards! :-)Benitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-90272845301631372822015-10-27T20:40:18.393-05:002015-10-27T20:40:18.393-05:00LOL...most definitely. Unfortunately, being out-o...LOL...most definitely. Unfortunately, being out-of-town for a week with no one to water them for me did them in.Benitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-26533701253153295722015-10-27T18:53:49.871-05:002015-10-27T18:53:49.871-05:00Oh Benita, I'm so glad you've decided not ...Oh Benita, I'm so glad you've decided not to over- extend yourself !! It will all come to you in time.....take a breather !!! Let the room and the house grow on you as it becomes a home . Your too detailed oriented to rush and meet a deadline for a challenge. It is a very large mirror (which I love) but it need's a substantial piece for a vanity. It took my daughter the past 10 months to get her home where she wanted and she's still tweaking her fabulous place. Slowwwwww down and enjoy the beauty you've already created :))<br />On another note: if I did sleep during menopause, I'm serious, I had the most bizarre dreams.My ex said he felt like he should sleep with one eye open . Lol Good idea :)) Love & hug's, TT p.s You'll get it right when the time is right !!!!thompsontammy6463@gmail.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07333756318237495351noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-73973985293918390812015-10-27T15:52:18.282-05:002015-10-27T15:52:18.282-05:00Phooey on deadlines! The only deadline that matter...Phooey on deadlines! The only deadline that matters is taking care of yourself, and the hubster, naturally!<br /><br />Life is too short not to enjoy the process, Benita. <br /><br />Good grief! Have you taken time to stare in his eyes? Not the hubsters, your guest at the table who appears to be past his sale-by date!Dewenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07330797553600987145noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-85634239514863790962015-10-27T12:50:26.756-05:002015-10-27T12:50:26.756-05:00Do not rush ... you've been very busy ... just...Do not rush ... you've been very busy ... just take time and enjoy your party.<br /><br />All the best JanLowcarb team memberhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07961199165290289611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-758780567770747669.post-35453972719619011212015-10-27T09:53:58.032-05:002015-10-27T09:53:58.032-05:00Benita, Hahaha....nail gun and lack of hormones, d...Benita, Hahaha....nail gun and lack of hormones, do not go together well at all!! Maybe that's why my husband keeps his power tools locked in his truck!! I agree, do not rush to get a job done, when it might be something you will seriously and strongly dislike afterwards. Finish what you started in the way you want them in your own time! I didn't finish my first ORC I had issues with the rug I ordered, and there wasn't time to do the drapes I wanted to diy {thanks to you I now have an idea}! Love your Halloween pins, I went on a pinning spree! I know that when you do finish your bathroom it will be Fa-BOO-Lus!! Have fun at the party, and please do share some pics!! hugs, ChristineChristinehttp://www.cherishingasweetlife.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.com