Kid Crafting: Tommy's "Beautiful" Painting

This is what happens when you leave your 3-year old alone in the craft room for 5 minutes (or maybe 10 minutes?) Keep in mind, I gave him a little bit of ONE color to paint with. He went ahead and helped himself to Mommy's stash. I was upset at first (this isn't washable paint), but when he looked up at me and said, "But, I was making a beautiful picture for YOU, mommy"....my heart melted and we played "clean up"!

Decorating: Obscene Rug

I love West Elm. I really do. But, is it me or is this new Hamsah Hand Rug flipping me off?

I think the one below will sell much better for them. This is called Andalusia Rug and I love it.

When Husbands Help....

This is what happens when your husband tries to be helpful and do the dishes.....with the new environmentally-friendly DISH SOAP we bought. Obviously, it wasn't friendly in this environment! After the cleanup, I tried to explain the difference between DISH SOAP and DISHWASHER DETERGENT, but the look on his face told me it didn't sink in. Isn't he sweet for trying, though?!

FYI....if this ever happens to you, stop the cycle, drain it, pour a massive amount of vinegar (or a few cups if you follow directions) in the bottom of the dishwasher, add a "layer" of table salt and turn on a regular cycle. After a couple minutes, check it. If it continues to make excessive suds, add more vinegar and salt!