Hey guys. So I’m finally listing these paintings for sale today through both my blog and Instagram. Here’s how it will work. If you see a painting you want to buy send me an email at thislittlemiggy at gmail dot com with the number of the painting in the subject line, your email address (to...
Hi Miggy! Thank you so much for having us, again, to your special needs spot light. I’m thrilled to be here to share more of our story with you and your readers. My name is Kimberly. My husband, David, and I have been married 12 crazy, up and down, marvelous years. We have three children,...
This is part DIY, part self-analysis. You’ve been warned. I’ve been in a slump lately. You may have noticed. Or not. You’ve got your own stuff, I get it. Last week I actually felt sad. Genuine melancholy. Blue. And the word that best described this particular brand of sadness was homesick. I miss San Antonio,...
Hi Miggy! (I'm saying your real name in my head) You guys rocked the floor! I LOVE IT! I'm sorry you were bummed last week; I know we're new friends and there's something about being older and making new friends where you don't wanna be a sourpuss and unload but please if you feel down again, let's get together & explore this place together! There are still so many things I want to see/do, I'm not over and certainly not above anything! Also, I haven't moved in a looooong time, this is our first house and we are pretty much done w/ major changes to it, so I can't say I've felt your stress yet w/ rehabbing a home w/ children, but I know it's coming some day in the future. And then I will be like, "Migs was/is a SUPERSTAR!" And I'll be calling you. xo ReplyCancel
I know, me too! I only seem to have time in the mornings for making a crockpot meal for dinner and then lunches, then pick up Leo, then eat, fit in some playtime for both, naps, etc.!!! I really did forget how much the preschool rat-race affects the whole schedule! Also, Leo's back at his old school (long story) M-Thurs! ReplyCancel
Kristen–I haven't seen the differing opinions, but yeah if I was doing this for my main living area I would probably be cautious as well. I think the look is great, but if you want it to last for super long time or for resale… it could be problematic. But who knows… maybe it would be just fine. ReplyCancel
Love it. And I love that you don't just do things, but think about why you do things and what they mean to you. And yes, I struggle with the same type of guilt on and off. I wrote a post on my blog about one big breakthrough I had with this type of guilt on a trip to Belgium a few years ago: http://vblanchardblog.blogspot.com/2011/04/mrs-brussels.html Note that I am currently in the process of divorcing the man referred to in the post, and that throughout this process, I have learned time and time again the importance of feeding my spirit.ReplyCancel
So sorry you have been homesick… I have been going through that a little (ok, a lot) here and there, and just have to keep reminding myself that I felt like that when I left NY too, although it is a little different because I never truly felt settled in NY due to so many student friends at that time coming and going. About home decor… I just feel like for the last ten years I have made due with "good enough" or "nice, but not really me or the ideal" because of financial concerns and so finally I really want things the way I want them. I do feel guilt over that, mainly due to the sheer amount of time it takes to put the look together. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel
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Hi, my name is Rachel. My husband, Scott, and I have been married for almost 10 years and have four beautiful children – Mason (7), Brynn (5), Miles (2), and our little angel Ellie who last month, at 15 months old, returned to heaven. I want to thank Miggy for letting me share a little...
You have my deepest sympathies, Rachel. I have followed Ellie's story from the beginning. I found your blog through an sma blog (my daughter was diagnosed the same day Ellie was born–she was 12 weeks old.) And thank you, too, Miggy for these spotlights. You are sweetness personified (and still manage to be funny!). I must have watched Zuzu say Mama like 100 times! Okay, maybe 10, but still.ReplyCancel
I am so sorry, Rachel! I have a 3 year old son with Down's and a four month old girl. I have been following Ellie's story and I was shocked by this news. Shocked. When I saw Ellie's picture on Miggy's blog. I am a single mother and I am so glad you have your kind husband to help you through this agony. My husband couldn't deal with having a son who wasn't "perfect" and had a breakdown, which led to us divorcing while I was pregnant with our daughter. Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss.ReplyCancel
Yesterday I asked for an opinion on the gallery wall, both on the blog and on instagram. Ask and ye shall receive! A lot (OK most) of you were not fans of the look. Some of you liked it, but with a small caveat (different tape color, bigger pictures, etc) (which for the record,...
I love how self-aware you are. Thanks for this awesome example. I can be pretty open to feedback, when I'm ready for it. It's hard when it comes out of the blue or at a particularly vulnerable time. I've actually had some negative experiences around asking for criticism (not mean words, but a critical review of myself, the good and the bad) and not getting it. It's frustrating to want to improve yourself or a relationship and not have others you are close to be willing to participate in that kind of exchange with you. When I think about when honest criticism has bothered me, it's often because for whatever issue was being pointed it, it was from someone on the opposite end of the spectrum who failed to mention some of the pros of the trait I possessed. Instead of just being told that you're "inflexible" by someone very flexible, it's nice to have a more nuanced conversation about how my (yes, I would be the inflexible one in this example) interest in structure and routine is positive and helpful much of the time, but discuss times when it makes more sense to be more flexible and to consider ways to help achieve that flexibility. ReplyCancel
LOL, i LOVE how you call it a marital Win/Win…aren't those so much fun, when you can agree to disagree, but you both feel like you've won…i'm glad you love your wall, because…for reals…what do we know anyhow! {i say while grinning sill-ily} and for the current question…i've asked the question…and i'm always upset at the answer…i have this habit of living in my own reality…so…i don't ask often 😉 i just do my best every day to be the person i want to be…when i screw up…well, there's always tomorrow to try again.ReplyCancel
when i ask for opinions or feedback, i usually pay less attention to the specifics of what people say and more attention to my own reaction to it. that tells me exactly what i need to know. this tends to be especially true when it comes to clothing.
i have a friend who frequently asks me for my honest opinion and i rarely give it to her straight. i tried that a couple times and it didn't go so well. over the years i've realized that the role she needs me to play as her friend is as her completely supportive friend, and i'm okay with that. unless it's something that i really firmly believe in or she is endangering herself, i tend to tell her what i know she wants to hear and occasionally throw a little bit of genuine advice in (very gently). i don't think that's necessarily bad, you just have to feel out the specific situation and your relationship with the person. ReplyCancel
I am careful giving true opinions so feelings aren't hurt. In this case, if I hadn't liked it , I would not have commented. I was surprised at some of the comments. I have noticed on Hometalk people tell it like they see it, regardless of hurting someone's feelings.
Our house is on the market right now. I really get defensive with negative comments.
I am older than probably most of your readers, so my age probably sees things differently.
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I think it's harder online criticism is even harder because you can't see facial expression or hear tone of voice. I've tried to teach the kids when they ask for someone's opinion, you have to be prepared to hear what you don't like, but yesterday, when so many were anti-Washi, I felt a little defensive for you! We don't have the same style, but I appreciate your style very much. I didn't want you to have those words in your head when looking at your wall. I want you to be able to enjoy your creation without that. Anyway, your house is looking great! Glad you're enjoying Cincy 🙂ReplyCancel
I have had someone to say repeatedly that they WANTED to know if other people saw a red flag in a relationship issue with a SO. However, when I DID see a red flag and politely (and I thought, tactfully) let her know, she got defensive. Duly noted. Lesson learned.
My hubs also often "wants" my honest opinion/feelings. He will repeatedly nag me for what I really think and when I finally give in and tell him, he either gets extremely mad or extremely offended. I really, really hate that.ReplyCancel
I love your sconces 🙂 When asked for opinion or advice, I think most people like to give it freely. What I love about you is that you take risks, you're bold, and you are not afraid to try something different. All of those traits can make you a magnet for critisicm. But they also make you a trend setter, inspiring, and super fly 🙂 ReplyCancel
We made some baby steps in house decorating this weekend. I say baby steps because it really wasn’t a lot, but two small projects with 3 small children around still took the good part of a day. First wiring and hanging these beautiful, brass sconces that I lurve so much from School House Electric & Supply...
I had the same internal battle with myself regarding my daughter's gallery wall, and using washi tape for a few pieces instead of frames. I finally settled on a compromise- I used some extra mats I had to frame the items, and then used the washi tape to stick them up on the wall. It gave the photos/art more heft, but I didn't have to go out and buy more frames. ReplyCancel
I agree with B. When I first saw the close-ups (before I read all of the text), I actually thought you hadn't finished the project. I think that part of it may be that they are flush/flat on the wall compared to everything else. Maybe there's a way to have it meet your not-too-perfect leanings by mounting those pics on a piece of wood or something and still incorporating the washi tape?ReplyCancel
Totally with B!
The wall looks tidy and polished and then bam, a couple of pics you forgot so just threw up.
Also, q, I know nobody's opinion will sway you or influence you, so what is the point of asking if you weren't going to take into account anyone's opinion? (this is said in the nicest voice, not a angry/grumpy/annoyed tone, more a quizzical/confused tone)ReplyCancel
I think i'm with B but I LOVE WASHI tape. I have used washi tape to wrap boring white frames to give them some color. So I would get some cheap boring white frames and pick a few colors of washi tape and wrap the edges to cover the white. Do each of the small frames a different color for a Pop of color!
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Hi friends. Did you know we are super close to reaching 100 spotlights? I think that’s awesome. Some might even say freaking awesome. Freaking awes for short. Anyway, I’m always looking for more families and individuals to spotlight, so if you would like to participate please email me at thislittlemiggy at gmail dot com. If...
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