New Mantle

The new mantle is installed & I'm loving it!!  It's exactly what was needed....I think it looks amazing...

The before....when the fireplace was constructed I was adamant back then I didn't want a mantle....the previous fireplace was huge & took up most of the wall....and had a thin mantle....

Once it was built, Mr. Seventies applied two coats of Early American stain followed by two coats of clear satin  varathane....I'm loving how it brings out the "brown" in the bricks.  Such a simple change....but it really finishes off the fireplace....

It's been feeling like "sweater weather" the past few days.....although the forecast is calling for a couple of warm days this week.  I picked up a couple of cozy, warm sweaters....I absolutely love sweaters!

The first one looks muted....the colours are a bit more vibrant....such a fall feeling to it...

This one is equally as soft & cozy....and great for pulling a puffer vest on over...and it's equally soft & cozy....with a bit of a turtleneck....the colour is gorgeous....

Christmas decor is starting to creep into the stores here...if Hallowe'en decor can be set out in August....I guess Christmas decor is due in October!  I'm fine with it....I enjoy browsing and seeing what is new this season.  I did come across some tarts I'd not seen before....and you know I picked up a couple to test...

We're attending a couple of "spooky" events later in the month....the first being held in an old Victorian heritage house located in the downtown area of the city.....Beaconsfield is the name of the mansion...built in 1877....ghost stories, tour & music should be an entertaining evening....

The second event...we are participating with our friend & his wife....plan to enjoy a meal beforehand...and then take in a "ghost" tour around the city...... with our tour director being a "grave digger"!  All in the spirit and fun of Hallowe'en....

My mouth is healing...my recheck appointment with the oral surgeon is later this week.  I pushed my dentist appointment  (to have temporary crowns & bridge put in place).... back an additional couple of weeks.  I am no where near healed enough & suspect the surgery was more invasive than previously anticipated....(there are stitches as well).....

The swelling is down....and still no pain.  Soreness....but no pain & four more days with rounds of antibiotics....

Join me later today over at https://betweennapsontheporch.net/ for Metamorphis Monday and again tomorrow at https://www.myslicesoflife.com/ for Talking About It Tuesdays...

Thank you ever so much for spending a bit of your time with me....

Til next time....

New Chairs In The Kitchen

I've been keeping my eyes open for suitable "dining" chairs to set at both ends of our kitchen table...keeping in mind our kitchen is only nine feet wide!  Or as I call it "a one bum kitchen"!   Before adding the cabinetry a number of years ago.....the kitchen felt like a bowling alley!

I'm so pleased with the chairs I found....on Amazon!  Exactly what I had in mind....the quality (solid ash)....and the best part - they slide under the table perfectly!  Weight limit is 275 pounds....they are constructed so well....

They will work great when we need extra seating at the table!  The seat is 18" up from the floor - exactly the same height as the benches....and they are not large or clunky....most I had seen up til these had much higher backs.  I wanted chairs that could easily be wiped down....it's amazing how much food lands on the seats & floor from a five year old...lol.  Anything upholstered wouldn't work!!

Side note - I was not aware prices "fluctuate" on Amazon!  The day after I ordered....the list price of the chairs....went sky high!!  Only to be reduced today....but still double in price than when I ordered!   Good to know, right?

*Surgery Update* - Surgery went well.....I slept through it all!  I arrived home about supper time - and crashed.  My face is quite swollen today....and my mouth is tender....I re-scheduled the appointment set for this morning....to have temporary crowns & bridge put in....until next week.   Not sure why my dentist thought I wouldn't be sore.....or appear to have a softball tucked into my cheek!  

Nice to have it over with....my oral surgeon & his team are amazing - I received excellent care....and have a recheck next week.  The surgeon reminds me of my son-in-law..... a bit taller...and just as sweet & caring....

The next few days will be spent with ice packs, antibiotics, rinses & pain meds (although I am in no pain)....

It poured rain off & on yesterday.....much needed!  The sun is out & the next few days look pretty amazing with lots of sun!

Wishing you an awesome weekend....

Til next time....