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We do teach our children to act civilized, and they definitely know how to behave in other people's homes. But accidents do happen, and frankly it's easier on me to decorate with the kids in mind. Nothing in the common areas is irreplaceable. And frankly, half the time, it's an adult who breaks or spills something!

Having kids requires compromises. Yes, I teach them to mind themselves- but I also realize that family life is chaotic and busy, so I choose furnishings that can stand up to that. Why set myself up for frustration? I don't have time to bleach slipcovers every week!

Childhood goes so fast. Soon enough they will be off to college, my home will be quiet, and I can put out all the pretty breakable things I want.

Hi, all! I'm a little behind (won't be able to read the book till this weekend) but I've been decluttering in general. We're planning to move this summer, so it needed to happen anyway. One thing that I've had an issue with is, how much effort do I put into this house knowing I'll be moving in just a few more months? I almost feel like the decluttering is the most important thing at this point, looking forward to the transition ahead.

ptowntara (or anyone who might need some Ikea goodness) they are having a special sale this Friday- text REWARD to 30364 and they will send you a code to get 15% off your purchase (except gift cards, as-is, and food) at checkout. I think I'm going to declutter hard the next couple days, and then head to Ikea on Friday to pick up some receptacles to sort what's left ;)

Dang... I thought you were going to tell me where I could buy a light saber attachment for my Hoover. With two Star Wars fans in the house, I'd never have to vacuum again!

I could see doing it with old tee shirts- but terry cloth? Only if I want to kill my dryer!

Hmmm... I might have to save this project yet ;)

And the dog will be less interested in in now, because...? If anything you might have made it even more appealing!

Cute bench, though.

"I'm married, but find myself rearranging things by myself while husband is at work to save an argument or having to explain a half-baked idea..."

Um- yeah, that. And I use his ancient skateboard with the peeling Vision and Santa Cruz stickers on the bottom to move the stuff with.

That's not my style, but I love it anyway! Go orange, or go home.

The shower curtain rod in our bathroom is like a giant tension rod, and I think you can get them at Target for around $10- it's been a few years, so I can't remember for sure but I know it was very reasonable. It could be a presentable option if your curtains were tab-top or had really big openings. Not sure if that will work for you, but I thought I'd throw it out there.

I also love the suggestion to paint the white area between the windows, and agree that it would make it look like one HUGE window and look awesome!

Love it... I don't ride now, but did when I was younger (and I'm hoping my daughter gets the bug). It's definitely a classic look, though I can see how for some it would be too easy to over-do it.

The whole reason I don't have a coffee table is because it would give the kids one more thing to bump into. If I had this table, I'd be on a first-name basis with the local ER staff. $910 is nothing compared to the money I'd be spending on co-pays and tooth repair.