the big green sewing machine

I am currently obsessed with a blog called Thrifty Decor Chick. It's a well-written, chock-full-of-inspiration blog masterpiece. Sarah, who authors it, has a great way with words, and her creativity is inspiring. I've been pouring over her posts whenever I get a chance to sit down at the computer.
In addition to plopping in front of the computer and reading blogs, I've been busy cleaning out closets and selling Miss Ava's outgrown clothes on Ebay. It's a long process. I don't enjoy it as much as I used to. I'd rather be sewing. Or outside running around with the kids. A few days ago our big, old lilac tree started blooming.

The flowers are so heavily scented that I could smell them the moment I stepped out the back door. Considering the fact that the tree is near the back of our large yard, that's quite a feat!




The lilacs blooming means it's soon time for yard sales and picnics. Hanging laundry outside to dry. Swimming. SUNSHINE. I can't wait.