Today

Spent my first full day operating this mill, which has been part of the family business for so many years. When I was little, and we would spend time at the workshop (which at that time was 40 minutes away and not part of our home block.) I would turn these handles just the smallest amount, they just ask for you to play with them. I couldn't help but feel a little like the Doctor trying to fly the Tardis by himself, as I kept forgetting which way to turn the handles with which way that would move the bed of the machine, and in turn my job. My dad is a total pro on here, he would definitely drive the Tardis single handed... He just doesn't know it yet.

I learned something new today, it was a good day.

52 Pictures: ONE

This year I am determined to take more photos and gain a better understanding of my camera. 

52 Pictures will be my favourite photo of the week, shared with you.

Hoping that the new year is off to a good start in your lives,

Love

Sarah-Mechelle

'DIY what?!'

 Jump into bed, make your self cozy, reach for the book on the side table... Oh yeah, new side tables!

My Mam picked these up for a scream, off memory under $20 for the pair. And as she had no immediate use for them, I claimed them as my own. (Love you Mam)

I decided to paint them a super shiny black, firstly because black furniture goes well with my piano and
secondly because I LOVE shiny things.
As often is the case, I forgot to take 'before' shots, but that shall not stop me sharing my excitement at their completion with you.

The 'Telephone' cabinet is a recent gift from my sweetheart. It didn't take me long to pimp it out with my collection of nail polish, perfumes, and bangles.
(It makes me think of the Tardis... I CANT HELP IT!)

Happy Wednesday,
Love
Sarah-Mechelle

That Feeling

I can feel it in my bones;

As the buds form and bloom,

on that not long ago a twig.

An idea grows...

the excitement in my mind to plan

the aching within my fingers to create

the longing in my heart to begin!

I feel a new project coming on.

To Share With You

A poem lost to the pages of a note book.
I wanted to share this one with you.

If only I could be these four walls,

that look upon you while you sleep.

These walls that keep you safe at night

protected from the wind and rain.

If only I could be these four walls,

that you paint as often as your nails.

To be the canvas for you to pin,

memories, curiosities, pretties that make you smile.

If only I could be these four walls

that listen intently when you read out loud-

That gets to see your face

when in your mind you are dreaming of adventure.

If only I could be these four walls,

the first place you run when you feel alone,

to be your comfort through all pain,

to keep the world out when you need a break.

If only I could be these four walls.

I trust you are well friends,
As is always the case, my love to you...
Sarah~Mechelle