Is it just me or does conference ALWAYS seem like it could not come at a better time?!? I didn't get to listen to all the sessions as closely as I would have liked (thank goodness for DVR) but the talks that I did hear were just exactly the ones I needed to.I thought I would share a somewhat personal little experience/ trial I have had lately in case anyone feels the same way, you can know that you are not alone...
Lately, I have been feeling pretty materialistic in thinking about all the things I do not have that I wish I did- for my home in particular.
Anyway- Saturday I decided to re-paint some old hand-me-down home decor items my mom had given me so they would match my decor. I begrudgingly started my task while watching conference thinking about how much easier it would be if I just got a credit card or a job and I could buy NEW stuff for my home. Just as I was contemplating all the things I could do if I just had endless amounts of credit, Elder Hales gave his wonderful talk about being wise with our finances, not coveting, not having excessive debt etc.
I had to just sit there and laugh OUT LOUD because it was so OBVIOUSLY directed at me. As I thought about what he said, I realized how grateful I am that Brian and I have never had a single credit card, that I am blessed to be able to stay home with my kids, and that I have a husband who works so hard to provide the necessities (and a luxury here and there) for his family.
My home is to say the least "my HUMBLE abode" but I would not trade that. I am so blessed to be home with my kids. I have come to be a firm believer in the old pioneer motto-
USE IT UP
WEAR IT OUT
MAKE IT DO
OR DO WITHOUT
Almost everything in my home is a hand-me-down or thrift store purchase or homemade or something. So- if any of you- as so many of us are at this time of economic uncertainty-are having a hard time finding the extra cash for all the trips to Tai-pan and RC Willey, know that you are not alone!!! And know that with a little thriftiness and creativity, you can still make your house a home!!! i will post some pics soon of all my little projects i worked on this weekend.
PS- one thing that has really helped me in decorating my home has been my vinyl lettering! I felt impressed to let you all know that I want to help all you make your house a home. If any of you want to brighten your home with some new vinyl, let me know and I will gladly give you 50% off the regular price! It can make such a big difference in your home and brighten your day!
OTHER TALKS I REALLY ENJOYED were...
Like I said- have not listened to them all yet, but those were the ones that stood out to me so far... I am sure there will be plenty more to add to the list!
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2 comments:
OoOOohhH! Can't wait to see what you've been up to. Thrifty is just my style. I have found that when you put in a little hard work it makes you appreciate the "stuff" you have a litte more, too :)
Love the pioneer motto too!
I LOVED that talk too, and I really needed to hear it also. I have had similar feelings as you with house decorating.
I want to make our bedroom cuter, its boring right now. I am interested in vinyal lettering. maybe like a board with a cute saying on it above our bed? Do you have pictures of anything you've done? I would love to get something to make our room look better, the walls are so bare! I would also love to hear any ideas you have :)
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