House Arrest

I’ve been sporadically on and off the blog radar for the past few weeks, but I promise I have good reasons!
Hmm? Oh, that’s just me, standing on the foundation of my NEW HOUSE!
After months of searching and weeks of filling out loan applications and credit reports, they’ve broken ground (and then some) at the site of my new home! I’ve been spending my days playing around with budgets (I probably should’ve titled this Budget Arrest), the idea of not being able to afford to feed myself, and Pinterest.
I love the idea of having as many things as possible being made by me in my house. Since I won’t be able to afford furniture and the like…
I’ve also been going over color ideas to distract me from the panic attacks that threaten to overcome me when I re-do my budget over and over and it just keeps getting smaller and smaller.
Shopping for said furniture I can’t afford can still be fun, though…
I went out with the parental unit for a little fun/relaxing/celebration time after all those long documents were signed. I’ve gotta soak up as much spoiling as I possibly can before things get even crazier!
Side note – one of the best dishes I’ve ever had in my entire life. No joke. Butternut squash ravioli draped in a creamy sage sauce, cranberries and roasted pistachios with a side of hot garlic bread at Next Door in Loveland. Oh, it is heavenly!
I’ve also been (still) hitting the archery range and shooting out some of that anxiety. There’s something so calming and confidence-inspiring about drawing back 30lbs and letting the arrows fly.
My current bunkmate. I’ll miss fighting him for pillow space on my bed.
I’m certain I’ll be stealing him for a few nights here and there to keep my bed warm when I can’t afford to turn on the heat.
So yes, it’s been crazy and my days have been filled with stress and excitement, but I promise to keep you filled in as things go. And any recommendations for homemade/reclaimed furniture ideas would be greatly appreciated! I already have my wine rack ready to go!
And now I’m off to curl up next to the fire and read one of my new books.
Happy Thursday!

Have you ever built your own furniture? I’d love tips and recommendations!