Three, Three and Three!

This morning I met one of my nieces and her husband for brunch. It was so nice to spend quality time with them.

Another 2016 goal for me will be to spend one on one time with all members of the family, in addition to seeing everyone at gatherings. I'm fortunate that years ago, from the moment my husband and I introduced our families to each other, everyone got along. We are all so lucky that we have each other and there are no major, family splitting issues.

After brunch, I strolled through an antique mall. Yes, I remembered my 2016 words are Purge and Organize!

I would say 75% of the items in my home are things my husband and I collected over years of going to antique malls, estate sales, flea markets and garage sales. I had one item I was specifically looking for this afternoon. I broke a vintage tea glass a few months ago, which was part of a set. I knew I would find a replacement at this particular mall and I did. In fact, I also found a vintage tea glass in a different pattern to complete a second set. Another purchase was a vintage, wide mouthed glass jar. I collect those for use in the pantry. I spent a grand total of $19.84. A small price to pay for a bit of fun.

You'll be happy to know that I did spend time this afternoon purging and re-organizing three kitchen cabinets. As a result, I have three sacks of items to donate. I was pleased with the outcome, since I brought three, new to me, items into the house.  Three, three and three!

Tomorrow I return to work and 2016 begins in earnest. I wonder what this year holds in store for me?