Almost two years ago, we took down one of our upper cabinets and put in a couple of shelves–which we love, love, love. In fact, so much so that last weekend we added another one.
Of course, there were a few other reasons for the third shelf. First, soon (like, the counters are arriving Friday soon) the overhang is going to be obsolete giving us more room in the dining room, which means we had to cut down the shelves, too.
Shorter shelves meant we could fit less stuff on them, and, honestly we just weren’t ready to start storing our everyday items back in a cabinet. I guess we have spoiled ourselves.
The funny thing about this forced upgrade is that three shelves look so. much. better than two. And the shorter shelves make it easier to reach the further dishes. And since we moved them closer together, they don’t look as bare. In summary, if you are considering open shelves, spring for three in the beginning.
Ps. Today is the last day to enter our Boos block cutting board giveaway. You can enter here, if you’d like…so, yeah–you’ll want to enter here.
17 COMMENTS
bridget b @623designs.tumblr.com
8 years ago
love the balloons! my daughter doesn’t turn 3 until next month, but i’ve already bought a felt birthday banner and some balloons so that we can surprise her when she wakes up.
Bifold Doors Brisbane
8 years ago
She really loved the balloons and hey.. I love those 3D butterfly arts on the wall.
rebecca@citikitty.com
8 years ago
I can never get enough of birth stories and just read yours. When I scrolled down I saw your husbands comment. too sweet!
Chris Loves Julia
8 years ago
I forgot what he said and just reread it. That was so sweet of him!
katrina
8 years ago
oh my goodness she must have exploded with happiness when she saw all the balloons!! what a cute surprise, i love it. i will have to remember this for if/when i have kids!!
Kristi - SimplePrettyThings
8 years ago
she is such a gorgeous little girl. I love the room filled with balloons!
Meagan@Meagan Tells All
8 years ago
Happy Birthday Greta girl!!!!!!!!! We love you so much!!
Anonymous
8 years ago
Happy Birthday Greta!
Laura
8 years ago
She had to send off the terrible two’s in a grand finale, huh? ;)
Happy birthday. She’s so adorable.
Maria
8 years ago
Awww Happy Birthday Greta the Great, my little one turns 3 in April. Where does the time go?
That paint fiasco was one for the record books. I gasped for you when I saw the photo on facebook.
Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication
8 years ago
Happy Birthday to Greta!
Mama
8 years ago
We do balloons before birthdays too! It’s a tradition my mom started with me and my four siblings… she only forgot once!
Anonymous
8 years ago
Happy Birthday Greta!!!!!
Karrie Kaneda
8 years ago
Love the balloon surprise! So sweet! Happy Birthday little lady.
And now I’m stuck on that song…. 3 it’s the magic number. Yes it is….
Cassie A@The-A-Days
8 years ago
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO GRETA THE GREAT!! We love watching you grow up. It happens too fast. Our little guy turns ONE in 2 weeks.
Give us an update on the paint situation… my jaw hit he floor when I saw the picture on FB. I almost cried with you!!
Chris Loves Julia
8 years ago
Update coming in the morning!
Elaine - Visual Meringue
8 years ago
This is awesome! My little man turns four next month and I have to steal this balloon idea – genius! And just heard about the paint – oh my! Keep us posted… Good luck. Greta is so sweet :)