Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

  • Can this Bathroom be Saved!?

    Can this Bathroom be Saved!?

    Did you ever read that column in a magazine? Can this marriage be saved? I remember thinking if your relationship is that bad, shouldn’t you do something sooner than waiting for answers in a monthly magazine? Anyway, back to my topic – our guest bathroom. I should just be happy to have one after sharing…

  • Find Inspiration

    Find Inspiration

    I traveled to Terrain in Glen Mills, PA over the weekend and wow. It was everything I had hoped it would be. If you love all things nature and garden, then it’s a must see.I first ran across it as part of the Anthropologie store in Bethesda, MD. Here in PA it has taken over…

  • 10 Ideas for Keeping Memories Close

    10 Ideas for Keeping Memories Close

    This is a topic that is near and dear to my heart. Some people don’t even like to talk about, but it makes me smile. In an earlier post I shared how after my mom passed my siblings and I divided up her belongings which consisted of a 4 bedroom house and basement full. The…

  • Simple Steps to Update a Vintage Chair

    Simple Steps to Update a Vintage Chair

    Are you one of those people that don’t like going to flea markets or thrift stores? If that’s you, you may want to pass on this post.     I really think that there is some sort of magnet in my body that pulls me toward these places no matter where I am. On vacation…

  • A Rustic Valentine Table for Two

    A Rustic Valentine Table for Two

    Are you looking for inspiration for a Valentine’s Table? You need to see this Rustic Valentines Table for Two. I don’t really mind that we are eating in for Valentine’s Day. We love to cook and even though we’ve not eaten inside a restaurant in almost a year, it’s the ambience I miss the most.…

  • Vintage Dresser Makeover Shines in Seaside

    Vintage Dresser Makeover Shines in Seaside

    While visiting The Community Forklift, (Hyattsville, MD.) one of our favorite spots, I spotted this vintage dresser and was immediately drawn to it. Looking for the price I saw a green tag that said FREE / Gratis. What? I said “oh we are taking this home.” We are getting ready to redo our guest bath…

  • Beautiful Bar Cart Upcycle

    Beautiful Bar Cart Upcycle

    Do you have an old sewing machine in the attic or basement? If you do, see how you can create a functional and cute bar cart upcycle. It was time to move this from the garage. After my mom passed, I had the task of going through her home and divvying up her belongings. An…

  • Grey Hops In

    Grey Hops In

    Grey is the perfect neutral to highlight in your tablescape. I am in love with gray buffalo check. I think it goes perfectly with many seasons, this year I chose it for my easter backdrop. It makes a statement but also blends easily with my whites, silvers and green. Don’t tell but I used it…

  • Pretty Pot Refresh

    Pretty Pot Refresh

    Looking for a quick easy update you can do right now? Read on for just one of my #stayhome activities. This plant lives below my television. I’ve never loved this planter and recently decided I’d purchase a basket or some other more neutral container. Then the quarantine hit. I dug in my craft room and…

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