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My mother and my aunt had a fight once when I was a kid. As a "kiss and make up" gift, my aunt gave my mom a sign that said, "Lord, keep my words tender as one day I may have to eat them." My mom gushed, "Oh, thank you so much." and pounded a nail in the wall and hung that sucker up.
I painted a sign that hangs by our front door. It says, "Reality Continues to Ruin My Life." I like to think the mail delivery person smiles, at least, when he's dumping my bills in my mailbox.
Someone else that paints signs!
I think I described this sign but here's a picture of it, along with my very ugly dog who looks fierce but would only lick you to death if given the chance. This sweet baby girl dog! She loves pacing up and down this retaining wall but the only thing she's on the lookout for is squirrels.
And ugh, this was before we replaced the fence and repaired the retaining wall and power washed it and planted stuff. So the second picture (minus the dog, though she's still alive and well) is of the wall and sign now. It looks much better, I think.
No need to be hostile. Sometimes its painful to understand what others think of decorating choices. I wasn't even the first person to make this point. I am sure that your home is lovely to you.
I don't use the signs with sayings. I was not talking about me.
Location: Finally the house is done and we are in Port St. Lucie!
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OOOOH THE HUMANITY!
Just kidding. Cute sign by the way! And I like the color of your walls.
Thanks
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Originally Posted by KathrynAragon
Someone else that paints signs!
I think I described this sign but here's a picture of it, along with my very ugly dog who looks fierce but would only lick you to death if given the chance. This sweet baby girl dog! She loves pacing up and down this retaining wall but the only thing she's on the lookout for is squirrels.
And ugh, this was before we replaced the fence and repaired the retaining wall and power washed it and planted stuff. So the second picture (minus the dog, though she's still alive and well) is of the wall and sign now. It looks much better, I think.
Awww cute sign!
What is the name of that plant in the far right in your planting area? The leaves get HUGE if it's what I'm thinking of. I just don't know the name of it. Wondering if it will grow in Florida...
What is the name of that plant in the far right in your planting area? The leaves get HUGE if it's what I'm thinking of. I just don't know the name of it. Wondering if it will grow in Florida...
Giant Elephant Ears. And I am sure they will grow in Florida!
Be sure you get the giant ones though. They come in a big bulb and you just plant it - I think any time before spring. The bulb for this one was as big as my clenched fist. You can get a lot of different sizes.
This is the second year for this one - the first year it wasn't as big (as you can tell in the first picture, which was spring of last year). I was like "Hey, I wanted a GIANT elephant ear plant!" This year it totally delivered. I love it - so thank you~!
Location: Finally the house is done and we are in Port St. Lucie!
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Giant Elephant Ears. And I am sure they will grow in Florida!
Be sure you get the giant ones though. They come in a big bulb and you just plant it - I think any time before spring. The bulb for this one was as big as my clenched fist. You can get a lot of different sizes.
This is the second year for this one - the first year it wasn't as big (as you can tell in the first picture, which was spring of last year). I was like "Hey, I wanted a GIANT elephant ear plant!" This year it totally delivered. I love it - so thank you~!
I will definitely look for it here. Since we don't have a winter, bet it will get huge quickly. Thanks!!
What is your opinion of this trend? I find it really trite and distracting, full disclosure. I don't know that this is a style I would use, but if I lived in an old farmhouse, I might be more open to a vintage "fresh eggs" sign in the kitchen, ONE sign. Maybe. I see these sorts of signs in shops and online everywhere-- someone must be buying them.
I’m not a fan. Some people like posters and put up posters with thumb tacks all over their homes. Some people like dolls, lots of dolls, and display their doll collections in common living spaces. Some people like horses and have horse-themed art all over. Some people like inspirational phrases/word art and display them in every room.
When I encounter overuse of any decorative item, I cease to appreciate the item. Instead, I wonder if it is a case of failure to edit or if the excessive use meets a psychological need.
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I’m not a fan. Some people like posters and put up posters with thumb tacks all over their homes. Some people like dolls, lots of dolls, and display their doll collections in common living spaces. Some people like horses and have horse-themed art all over. Some people like inspirational phrases/word art and display them in every room.
When I encounter overuse of any decorative item, I cease to appreciate the item. Instead, I wonder if it is a case of failure to edit or if the excessive use meets a psychological need.
Exactly.
Horses.
Dolls.
Dogs.
Cats.
Cows (remember the cow print thing? Shudder.)
Hearts (wallpaper border from 1989 anyone?)
The style makes me want to puke.
All over the matching distressed cabinetry.
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I like to think the mail delivery person smiles, at least, when he's dumping my bills in my mailbox.
