Dresser: Before and After

Hey guys, I am still alive. I feel like the last month has flown by with a vengeance. I have been keeping busy working, training for the marathon, and doing a few do-it- yourself projects. Here are before and after pictures from a dresser I upcycled with some paint.

I found this dresser in NWA this summer. It was a bit of an eye sore when I bought it. But I could look past the horrible paint job (purple, orange, and gold blots) and see the potential. Here are a few before pics.

 I had seen a few inspiration pieces on Pintrest.

I decided to go with the grey. I was very happy with the way the dresser turned out. I already sold the piece to a precious family. They will be using it for their little boy's nursery. (I am always overjoyed when my pieces go to a good home) The flea market booth was full and I wanted to move the piece- so Craigslist was my answer. I have been in a de-cluttering mood, if I am not using it, I want it out of my house. Anyone else go through similar phases? Okay, here are the after pics.

Much better than the purple and orange right? 

2012 Recap

I love looking back over the year and reflecting. We were very blessed with an easy 2012. It seems to me that the year flew in and left ever so quickly. Here are a few of the highlights we experienced over the last year.

January:  Mister R went hunting all the time. I celebrated the arrival of Baby Barrett.

February:  We enjoyed a day at the horse races. We celebrated Valentines and our friendship with the Laurence family. Added bonus: their little love bug Elizabeth. I also ran the Color Run in Dallas with my mother!

March: I ran the Little Rock Half Marathon. Went to Hot Springs for the shortest parade (St. Pat's Day).

 April: I planted my herb garden.. It was going fine until the summer heat scorched it. I don't exactly have a green thumb. We stayed home and did a few projects around the house.

May: We celebrated our 4 year Anniversary with a trip to Louisiana. Mister R. loves Cajun food and I love touring old plantations. It was a perfect mix for both of us.

 June: Mister R. turned another year older. We enjoyed some Lake Side fishing..

 July: Ventured to Dallas for my dear friend Amy's wedding.

 August: It was hot. Our beach vacation had to be canceled due to the Hurricane Issac. We made the best of it and had a staycation in the Natural State. It consisted of Eureka Springs, hiking, bed and breakfast, NWA, good friends, and home improvements.

September: Outdoor living..White River. Celebrating Court's upcoming wedding!

October: Was an extremely busy month. I went to Napa with the fam, cheered Court on during her wedding, marvaled at Baby Olivia, and went on our annual girl's trip to Branson.

November: Partnered with my friend Erica and made our flea market booth dream a reality. Ran the Fort Smith half marathon. Enjoyed Thanksgiving festivities with our families.

December: Ran the St. Jude's half marathon. Mister R. has been hunting like a mad man. Celebrated the birth of the Christ child with a white Christmas.

2012 was a good year for us. We are undeserving of the blessing from the Lord. Can't wait to see what 2013 brings. Wishing everyone a Happy New Year filled with happiness, good health, and lots of quality time with their loved ones.