Pink Dogwood tree surprise

This is our first Spring in this house. When we first moved in, I noticed an average looking tree out front but didn't pay much attention to it. Until now... I noticed last week it had some buds on it and smooth bark like the dogwood trees in the neighborhood. But, it wasn't in bloom like the other dogwood trees. One day, on my way home from walking the dog, I noticed the buds opening and took a closer look. To my surprise, it is a Pink Dogwood! I've always wanted one of these beauties! Sorry, but I couldn't seem to stop taking pictures of it... Enjoy!

I also wanted to share some photos from the tag albums I have on eBay right now...

Hope you're having a great Spring so far!!!

spring cleaning.

I'm here, really I am! Sorry about being MIA for so long. I've been cleaning the house. You know the kind of cleaning you only do once or twice a year. Blinds, hardwoods, furniture... Actually cleaning out stuff like the scrap room, too. I have a before shot for you. So embarrassing. But, the after shot is coming.


I also set up my guest bedroom for my sweet sister-in-law to come. I got the bedding at Target and LOVE it. She's a shabby chic kind of girl too, so I'm pretty confident she'll love it. I changed to my summer bedding on my bed. It's not as girly. I figure I will give hubby a break on the winter flowers over the summer with some stripes. :-)
Since we moved to this smaller house, it is faster to clean, but it seems to get messier quicker! I love how easy and pretty the hardwoods are, too. I guess while I'm putting pics up, I might as well show you the living room...
Dining and kitchen...

The kitchen is pretty small, but it's open to the living room and dining area, which I love. Anyway, I know it won't make it into any magazines, but I feel I've made it "home" for us. :-)

Hope you are having a great spring!