Monday Morning Catch Up at Duke Manor Farm

Monday Morning Catch Up at Duke Manor Farm including the easiest spring decor idea and a peek at guest bath project

Thanks for stopping by for Monday morning catch up at Duke Manor Farm. My white winter legs saw the light this weekend! The weather is Northeast Georgia was ABSOLUTELY gorgeous.  That meant getting some outdoor chores done ( like pressure washing the driveway, which was totally random and not planned) and porch time with the family. 

Keeping it real

I think I figured out a way to get more family time. Every Saturday I have been making a treat that they love. In order to enjoy my delectable treats the kids have to sit inside or outside with the family for at least 30 mins and talk. So far the bribery it’s working. Balancing technology, and good ole fashion playing like a kid presents some challenges in my household. Couple that, with learning how to navigate the waters…and hormones of a 13 year old boy. At times I feel like I am managing the use of technology full time. Although we have a schedule…and my boys know it, it is always met with resistance. We are constantly implementing new guidelines  ( which my kids don’t always appreciate) to insure that they know there is more to life then a ‘screen’. Chime in in the comments if you face the same challenges with keeping it balanced and tips from your household that seem to work. FYI: We use Norton Family to monitor screen time apps, time and pages.

Guest Bath Update

Speaking of projects, we finally got the tile down on the bathroom floor and finished the walls. I am letting the tile cure for 24 hours and will grout this week, followed by some trim work. We hope to have the toilet and sink in place by the end of the week. I will be sharing more about this project and my best tips for tiling this week on the blog. If you missed my plan for this space click here.

Amazing price for this light

My favorite chandelier in the house ( actually my only one) is currently on major sale. It’s a whole lot less then what I paid for it. Shop it here. You can see how I transformed my unused Dining Room into a music room here.

Effortless Spring Decor Idea

As you saw in my Spring tour I don’t go all out crazy with seasonal decor. I was in Home Goods the other day and walked out with these cute bunny dish towels . They add the perfect amount of whimsy for the spring season as well as practicality. I couldn’t find a link to them but did find some other super cute ones that would be perfect in any spring kitchen. 

Have an amazing week!

grateful

for time with my family

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