The things we keep.

Isn't it funny what we keep?

If you look around your house, do you see some things that you absolutely love?

Yet, someone else might think a particular piece might be just a piece of junk?

What they see as junk, we see as junque'.

 I save objects found on special trips.

I think shells are gorgeous!

Whenever we take a trip to the ocean, I look for seashells.

They are scattered about the house, and always remind me of the wonderful sandy beaches, and sunsets we enjoy so much while spending time in Florida.

Drying flowers to use in sachets is a must.

Filling the house with the scents of lavender, and rose warms my heart.

Using sweet annie, or just hanging a bunch to experience it's scent is so enjoyable for me.

Saving tags from items that have been sent to me is another thing I do.

Sounds goofy, I know...but if someone is going to take the time to print up special tags, and write a sweet note, and tuck it inside a package just for me, then I'm going to save that note to remind me of that dear person.

I see a pattern here....I think it's called hoarding.

I like old door knobs.

Silly thing, yes...but think of all those hands that turned those knobs.

What kind of house did it come from?

Was it from a child's room?

An old farmhouse?

What kind of history does it hold?

Vintage dishes are so pretty.

People walk by them as they sit on shelves in second hand stores...not getting a second glance.

Just think of the person that so lovingly painted the designs on these pieces of art.

I marvel at the care that went into such lovely items.

Each time I pass them on my shelves, I have to smile at their pretty faces.

My Grandma had teas.

She didn't use bags. She steeped the tea.

I did the same.

I had teas for ladies in my home, just like my Grandma did.

We still use this old piece.

How many sunrises, and sunsets did these roses witness?

Keeping them through the long winter months gives me hope for spring.

They add a rustic beauty in decorating. Plus when used in dried floral arrangements, you get a touch of romance.

Think of all the clothes these buttons graced over the years.

How many busy hands threaded needles, and attached one of these to a shirt, or dress, or skirt?

Where did they all come from?

I have many more resting in dishes, and pitchers, waiting to be sewn to sachets, and other pretty items here at Lakehouse.

They look cute enough just resting in dishes in the old farm cupboard...don't you think?

Whatever our reasons for keeping the things we love...as long as it doesn't become an obsession, and it doesn't become more important than God, and family...it's okay.
Filling our homes with the things we love, is a part of who we are.
I might be a little quirky...who likes old door knobs???? whatever you like, and it brings you joy...I'm happy for you...
**Hopefully we won't be seeing you on "Hoarders" next season.
Smooches.