I have always been a lover of words, quotes, lyrics. I like how much they can hold. How different the same exact group of words can mean something completely different to me than they do you.
When Stasha challenged us with 10 words that describe our home I looked around my house and first thought.… chaos. Naturally! When I looked a little deeper I realized my house was filled with words. I went around and captured a photo of all the words you can see in my house and when you put them all together… that’s my home.
Today is not a dress rehearsal
A small square block that sits on the ledge in my kitchen window. A quick and gentle reminder to live today because tomorrow is not a guarantee. Sits right next to the heart rock middle-man picked up on a walk and couldn’t wait to bring home to me.
Celebrate You are Special
Our “special” plate that you only get to eat off of when it’s a special day. Special days are not just birthdays… Babe used it when he got his new job. Biggest used it on his first day of school. You get the picture!
These are the days we will remember forever
I have a small addiction to vinyl. Vinyl stickers that is. I have one in each child’s room. This one is in the dining room, anchored with a small framed photo of some spectacular small moment in time.
HOME, Home is where your story begins
This was one of the first pieces I bought for our new home. The sum of all I want to happen within our walls. I love a good story.
Life is not made of the number of breaths we take
but by the moments that take our breath away.
Sits on our mantle surrounded by pictures of our babies when they were babies.
All because two people fell in love.
If it doesn’t start here, where does it start?
I dreamed of a wedding of elaborate elegance: A church filled with flowers and friends. I asked him what kind of wedding he wished for: he said one that would make me his wife.
I remember finding this vintage greeting card in a store just after I’d gotten my very own diamond ring. It helped remind me of the big picture, which is all he ever really wants me to do.
the two of us together… we can do anything.
Fellow Dave fans will recognize this one. It’s become our family theme song of sorts. Its on the wall in the boys room, just between their headboards.
I love you oh so well
This one is in Princess B’s room and yes, another Dave lyric. Like a kid loves candy and fresh snow…
There is only one happiness in life
To love and to be loved
A canvas print that hangs in a high traffic area. I used this as a weekend wisdom a few weeks ago. If I can remember this each day then the rest should fall into place.
There were actually a lot more that I didn’t include… not sure if that’s good or bad decorating sense!? Ha! What are some words around your home?
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19 Responses to words of our home
Jennifer Worrell
Replied on: June 3, 2012, 8:52 AM
I LOVE your list AND your stickers–did you use a Cricut to make them?
Jamie
Replied on: June 3, 2012, 8:16 PM
Nope, the vinyl comes from you-said-it.com — a favorite on-line shopping destination. Good people, good help, good product!
Just Jennifer
Replied on: June 1, 2012, 11:14 PM
I just liked you a little bit more!
Jamie
Replied on: June 3, 2012, 8:14 PM
Aw you’re sweet as sugar! Thanks!
diane
Replied on: May 31, 2012, 7:21 PM
What a fabulous list and home! Love your decorating style and obvious eye for taking pics too!
Jamie
Replied on: May 31, 2012, 10:49 PM
Oh thanks Diane!! It’s all about function in my house!
Sisterhoood of the Sensible Moms
Replied on: May 31, 2012, 2:37 PM
I want to be in your home. You don’t have to guess or interpret the love there, it is spelled out! I feel inspired and glad that you shared this. Ellen
Jamie
Replied on: May 31, 2012, 10:48 PM
You can come over whenever you want!!
Sisterhoood of the Sensible Moms
Replied on: May 31, 2012, 11:36 PM
I’ll bring wine!
Ellen
Runnermom-jen
Replied on: May 31, 2012, 1:21 PM
I love quotes, love them! They are all over in our home too. Yours are great
Jamie
Replied on: May 31, 2012, 10:47 PM
They help to calm the chaos at times!
Alison@Mama Wants This
Replied on: May 30, 2012, 3:27 AM
What a wonderful way to celebrate your home!!
Jamie
Replied on: May 31, 2012, 10:46 PM
Thank you!
Cookie's Mom
Replied on: May 29, 2012, 6:19 PM
Nice! I love being surrounded by inspiring words too. I think I’d enjoy hanging out at your place!
Jamie
Replied on: May 31, 2012, 10:45 PM
This was actually a good reminder for ME to read them more than I do!
Stasha
Replied on: May 29, 2012, 1:22 PM
ABsolutely love your take on this! You home is beautifully. Chaos and all. These represent who you and your family are so beautifully. I love the vintage card!
Jamie
Replied on: May 31, 2012, 10:44 PM
I love that one too! Thanks Stasha!
Life As Wife
Replied on: May 29, 2012, 11:07 AM
I love this interpretation of the listicles theme!
Vinyl quotes are always so cute around the house and I love how you created you’re own! (The Dave lyrics? Awesome!)
Jamie
Replied on: May 31, 2012, 10:43 PM
you-said-it.com is the site I’ve always used. They are super helpful and very affordable!