Well all of Christmas is not yet up. We have been very busy around the house. And with my almost OCD need to clean everything top to bottom before we get everything out, it is taking a little longer than anticipated to get everything in order. However I do feel like it is less stressful on everyone not to rush. I always strive to make this time of year full of fond memories for the kids and not hectic dysfunctional ones. When we do manage to get everything together I will be sure and post some of my fondest vintage Christmas items. Blow molds, ornaments and more coming soon!
In the meantime I have been cleaning up a frenzy. That included polishing some of my silver last night. Alex and the children of course don't notice these sorts of things but it makes me feel better. Remember that OCD I mentioned... Anyway I will admit that this was one of the few times I have polished silver in my life. All previous times has been with rag and cleaner. But after reading a nice little time saving tip in Southern Living I decided to give it a go. Basically it said to line the bottom of the sink with aluminum foil and place the silver on top. Next sprinkle with baking soda and then poor boiling hot water over it. To be fair they did give the main necessary information but I feel they lacked some key points. Namely fill the sink until it covers the pieces and then let the silver sit in the solution for a bit. I grabbed an old toothbrush and was happy to see the tarnish rub away! I must note we are not an upscale, silver service family but I do enjoy my pieces that have been handed down by my grandmother and my antique store finds!
Trying to bring good values and simple pleasures back to the home.
Hello there. Thought I'd check out your blog since you have found mine. Looks like we have a lot of values in common. I raised my girls watching DVD collections of Little House on the Prairie, The Waltons, Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman and Wind at my Back. They are older now and watch some of the modern stuff like all teens, but we often still make reference to the characters and the values. I still watch them and the girls join me every once in a while when homework and friends don't beckon. We are also big fans of game shows: no violence, sex, attitude, degradation of family, etc. How fun to have young ones! Treasure every minute. They grow up overnight! Enjoy your preholiday season. I'll look forward to seeing your posts.
ReplyDeleteVintage Values,
ReplyDeleteGlad to see you found me! I love Walton's and Little House on the Prairie! I'm glad your girls still join you when they can. It gives me hope!