From the bench

Last January I found an old, broken bench online that fit the peculiar dimensions of a little nook in my kitchen within 1/4 inch. So I bought it. Never mind that the guy made me take the horrible matching coffee table that I had to turn around and give away to someone else. Never mind the work of painting or covering cushions. Where else would I find a 7 foot couch that fit underneath the window? I couldn't imagine any other solution. Besides, I always wanted a couch in my kitchen.

Here are the before and after shots::

Red, please.

Last night, before I covered it, I decided to try it out, just laying on the uncovered cushions. Dave was getting a game set up for us to play and I grabbed my camera for the different perspective. There have been lots of changes around here lately, some nesting and fixing and making right. I have been trying to take advantage of the final weeks of summer before school starts, because I have proven to myself that I cannot undertake any huge home improvement project when I'm teaching.

I liked seeing our place from my prone position, so I later moved to the couch in the living room, where Dave joined me.

Superman.

The bench yet uncovered, the vacuum waiting to see who will take pity and put it away.

On with the game! I have recently discovered the new Braggs Vinegar & Honey drink and love it. But because the only ingredients are water, vinegar, and honey I think I'll try my hand at mixing it myself at home soon.

"If you win, then you are definitely putting this vacuum away." (Kidding.)