This new dresser has some landmark significance for us, it’s the first piece of furniture we’ve ever purchased together in the ten years we’ve been together.
We moved it up into the bedroom – it’s an Eastlake chestnut dresser from the 1800’s that we purchased for $175. I love it, the round mirror is lovely and it perks up a kind of barren bedroom wall. It’s also a new home for some of Maria’s jewelry.
This morning, we’re heading to Brandon Vermont to pick up the wool from our sheep that Maria sells. Something different this time, Maria decided to have some of the wool dyed in two colors – teal and coral. Maria is selling the skeins for $25 pus shipping, we’re eager to see them.
It feels exciting, as does the dresser, which we got from the very interesting Shiny Sisters store. Leslie’s new furniture rescue store is a lot of fun, there were a dozen things I wanted to buy but Maria shut me down with a menacing look.
We woke up to an ice storm and many winter ice and snow warnings, but we decided to head out anyway, it’s a 90 minute drive North to central Vermont. Maria says I’m a snow pussy, but today, I’m eager to go, the hell with the storm. I’m just sick of winter and have decided it’s Spring. Be back around lunchtime with the new wool.
Good Morning, Jon. I’ve read your blog for years. This morning after reading this entry about your dresser purchase I became aware of something important that should exist in all relationships. It’s cliche but true, its the little things that mean the most. I love how you get excited about something as simple as purchasing a dresser. More people (husbands) should be aware of how very little effort is needed to make their spouse feel like they are present and listening. Things didn’t go so well for me personally but at one time, being busy raising children, it would have meant the world to have someone make sure my phone was charged or that the car had a full tank of gas. Getting worked up, in a good way, over the purchase of a piece of furniture? You’re already ahead of most. Not only were you aware that there was a need, but you took note that you hadn’t purchased anything as a couple in the time you’ve been together. Good for you! Enjoy your Sunday!
Nancy, that is an interesting comment, and I appreciate it. Maria and I do get excited about the other’s needs, and we have always supported each other, we are never disinterested in the other. I didn’t know this isn’t a common thing, and I am just as excited about the dresser as she is. I guess it is true that we are aware of each others needs, but thanks for making me think about it.
Nancy…sadly…I know exactly where you are coming from. I applaud your comment…too true for too many