So this is happening...

Let's see I haven't posted in quite some time, and there is reason for that.  At the end of June we went on a family trip to Hawaii (which was incredibly amazing by the way!).  A little later we found out some big news, and we let our dog, Gus, share the news with our family.  Here's what he had to say:

 

We are expecting a little baby in March 2015!!!  We are thrilled and cannot wait.  I would say that my pregnancy this far has not been super easy as I was quite sick.  I'm 18 weeks now, and I think I'm past the worst of it, or I'm hopeful that I am anyway!  I'm looking forward to getting back into the groove of things and sharing more with you guys, and honestly I'm just looking forward to catching up on life in general.  I feel like I've spent way too many days in bed staring at the four walls of my bedroom....or the screen of the tv if we're being real, and I'm ready to actually start seeing my friends and family more again.  Hope you are all doing well. 

 

XO,

Tara

Powder Room Makeover

So I've been wanting to makeover our powder room.  This is the bathroom that most guests use when visiting, and I'd like to change it to make it more our style but with more of an eclectic look.  I feel like the powder room is the place to let your hair down and have fun.  It's small so that it can easily be re-painted and the accessories can be changed out without costing a fortune. 

For now, I'd like to go with a really dark color - perhaps a navy? Currently, our vanity is a dark ornate wood with a bronzed mirror above it.  I'd like to change out the vanity for something with clean lines and that is lighter.  The mirror shown here is pretty and is from Wisteria, but I've also had my eye on this French Gilt Mirror also from Wisteria.  I'd like to add in some fun art or accessories, or maybe do some really old black and white family pictures with gold frames.  The lighting is currently the typical 3 light fixture over the mirror, but I'd like to get rid of that in exchange for a jug lantern similar to this one shown below.  Ohhh I'm getting excited!  This will definitely be my summer project!

Powder Room Makeover by tara-thesilverlining featuring a moroccan mirror

Let's Talk About Books!

 

My dad used to always tell me that growing up I always had my nose in a book.  I can't deny that it's probably a true statement, and well here lately, you could definitely say it's been true...although sometimes on an ipad, not an actual book, but those are minor details.  Getting back to the point, I find that getting lost in a book is a great way to relax and let go of all the stresses and list-making that goes on in my head most of the day.  At night I sometimes have a really hard time shutting off my thoughts, but if I read and focus on the characters and story, I can more easily drift off to sleep. 

 

I like reading a variety of books - mysteries, memoirs, chick lit, and the list goes on.  I already ordered the books that are on my to read list, and they are stacked and patiently waiting for me to pack them for our trip to Hawaii coming up soon!  Well, that is with the exception of the Nate Berkus hardback obviously, but it will be waiting for me on my coffee table to browse through this summer.

 

I'm always open for suggestions of books to add to my list.  What are some of your favorite books right now??  Do share!

 

XO,

Tara