The Problem of the Incurable Brocante Bug

 

Years ago I bought this enormous crown molding.

I did not have a place for it.

But it was just too beautiful to pass by.

French Husband agreed, we rented a van and drove an hour and a half to pick it up.

Did I write about this years ago? Didn't I share a photo of it hanging 

precariously in the back of a van, literally had to rope parts of it in midair to have the four

pieces fit and not crowd each other.

Yes, it was a feat for Hercules to bring it home only to sit in our garage.

 

 

 

 

 

We are moving things around in our dining room/living room area.

The family has convinced me, worn me down, no not really,

to buy two soft comfortable sofas but to not change the atmosphere 

A small feat I thought.

But two comfortable sofas take up major floor space.

I have been moving, or I should say they have been moving pieces

around and I have been laying out plans on the floor:

"You see the sofa will not fit here if that piece is there."

Literally, they want sofas the size of dump trucks!

I keep reminding them that you have to be able to walk around the coffee table

not walk over it.

Goal: Aim smaller.

Think Car, not Dump Truck.

 

 

The Biscuit is just fine on our present sofa.

He and I have a thing going on... I am convinced

he is going to love antiques.

See his enthusiasm!

He is thrilled with THIS sofa.

Why buy another?

If only he could vote!

Disarray at Christmas.

At least the tree is up no photo but it is there.

Gabriel and I spend hours sitting up close to the Christmas

tree talking about the ornaments.

He is very gentle with the tree that is full of fragile ornaments -

the Christmas tree is pleased.

I believe he loves the tree with the twinkling lights 

like a best friend.

The rest of the room is a disaster zone but he doesn't notice it.

That little guy knows how to keep me focused on what is important.

Food, changing diapers, naps, and cuddles under the tree.

 

Comments

[Jeanne]

What a beautiful posting and enjoy your time with your family.
Blessings and much love to you all
Thanks for all you share with us
Love Jeanne

[Anna]

So fun to imagine Little Biscuit gently touching ornaments as Va tells stories...slices of life, past and present all around you. Great moments, I’m sure. And of course, the joy.

[Texas Francophile]

Ah baby biscuit is so darling!!!!! All you need is love ❤️

[Kathy]

Your sweet boy is wonderful and brings so much joy. I think he will love antiques too.
Love to you, friend. 💕

[Lil]

We couch-shopped for a small room and found that the angle of the back of the couch makes a difference in how much room it takes up. And one L shaped couch rather than 2 separate couches makes a conversation area and saves room. Best of luck with your redecorating.

[Anne @musicandmarkets]

A marvelous Covid blessing - to have them there with you! Enjoy, lovely friend- Anne

[Marilyn]

So sweet! I know what you mean about adding bigger couches. I need to do it, but so far I have resisted.

[Teresa]

OH Corey! Dave always loves to tell Yann's story of the world's most uncomfortable couch....I never thought it was. I felt like royalty sitting on it. Their love for that big cushy sofa is a fad....and it too will go away but, the world's most uncomfortable couch will always be stylish. I understand, my kids are the same.

[Nina]

I love, love, love your style but have always thought that your upholstered furniture looks uncomfortable and kind of cold. I have to agree with your family that comfortable seating is a must. With Covid, we are all at home, so let’s hunker down on something cushy!