{pretty, happy, funny, real}

{pretty}

I found this runner at the Salvation Army. It wasn't priced, so I took it to the counter hoping they wouldn't realize how valuable it is. After consulting the manager, it was sold to me for $9.99! It's very clean, and definitely high quality from what I can tell. I'm not quite sure where it's going yet, but I couldn't leave it behind. Wool rugs are so expensive, but so wonderful to have.

{happy}

The little smile when I said I was proud of him!

I finally got myself together and moved Tony to his crib. It had to be done before the new baby comes, but I was dreading it. He's never slept away from me, and I anticipated the absolute worst reaction. I knew it would take some toughness on my part to listen to him crying and calling for me without giving in, and I didn't know if I could do it. It started with nap time last Tuesday, and we never turned back. He cried some, and I cried some, but after a couple of days, he started asking me to go to bed. Some nights he even waves at me and says, "Bye-bye."

{funny}

This is a repeat from my Easter post, but it's too {funny} not to share again. Chocolate truffles and small children are not a good combination!

{real}

I love flowers. The poor tulips have lost their petals now, but they were lovely for the weekend! The lilies are still beautiful, and the last one is finally opening up! I feel like my daffodil and hyacinth plants are dying, and I can't figure out why. I've actually remembered to water them, and the rooms have indirect sunlight. I'm hoping they're not too far gone to be moved outside.

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