David had a big test in Chicago at the end of June so I decided to go before him and visit my aunt. I had the best time with her! Before I was leaving she mentioned having a few family heirlooms I could have- I had no idea how we would get them to Detroit. Well, after talking with David we decided to rent a truck and bring them back. We brought back- a child's size rocking chair that was my grandfathers, a vanity (see picture below- we didn't put the mirror up), my grand mother's desk ( see other pic- it's hard to get the full effect of how amazing this piece is!), a bed frame that was my great grand mothers, AND since we had the truck my aunt sent beautiful bunk beds with us that she didn't want.
I'm so thankful for these antique pieces. I love being content in owning something- knowing I will never need to replace it because of the sentimental value. :)
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7.31.2010
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7.24.2010
We've been having a wonderful time up here at the cottage. It is so peaceful and serene. Yesterday I had the chance to go to Traverse City and snoop around the stores. Traverse City is not far from the cottage and located right on Lake Michigan. It is a very BEAUTIFUL and fun city. Last week I picked up a newspaper filled with things you can do with kids in T.C. There are mom clubs and parks and all kinds of fun family things to do. It's an ideal place for young families. As I was shopping in the boutiques I was astounded by the amount of money people spend on things. There was this purse that was for sale- it looked like a Coach purse. The tag said $80, which would be cheap, but then it said "Not authentic". I would never buy a name brand purse, but to think anyone would spend $80 on a bag that says Coach is beyond my understanding. So anyway- all this shopping in boutiques and seeing beautiful perfect families got me to thinking... I don't want my children to grow up amazed when they see poverty- and sad that people live that way (well I do want them to have compassion). But I plan to raise my kids among the poor and hope they're surprised by the wealth.
I hope you all keep my accountable to these types of thoughts! It is very easy to want a safe and peaceful life in Traverse City, but it is not where God has called us.
I love Isaiah 61 in thinking about such things.
Anyway- thoughts to ponder. ;)
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I hope you all keep my accountable to these types of thoughts! It is very easy to want a safe and peaceful life in Traverse City, but it is not where God has called us.
I love Isaiah 61 in thinking about such things.
Anyway- thoughts to ponder. ;)
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