I always crack up when someone askes me if my house is ever a mess. Now I admit that I am a little bit of a clean freak, but there are times when I just don't care.
This is what it looks like this weekend. My Son and Grandson are making guitars and they are here using some of DH's tools. So lots of wood all over the place, Nascar on the TV and tons of dust. But look at the wonderful guitar that they've finished. It's gorgeous.
The coffee table hasn't escaped either. Lots of templates, tape measures, parts and snacks all over the place. DH has his newspapers scattered all over also.
Father teaching Son and some precious shared moments.
Dad keeping a watchful eye to make sure it's right.
The kitchen island is of course the best place in the world to glue the pieces together.
Such a huge mess and I love it. I can always clean it up, but I can never relive these precious moments watching them spending time together and having fun. This has to be one of the biggest of God's Blessings.
Hope your day is Blessed too.
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That's what families are for :o)
ReplyDeleteLove the honesty Marty, and what clever guys you have!
Real people live here, right? Real talented people.
ReplyDeleteMarty, do you have a camera in my house LOL. What a wonderful weekend. You are right, a house can be cleaned, but those memories can never be remade. What a fun post! Hugs, Kat
ReplyDeleteHeHe, Iam loving the re-cycling of your magazines!! My house is always out of sorts, mostly the den area, thats where I store my e-bay stuff that I sell!! Familys are special, who else would we let just come in a destroy our homes? Rhonda
ReplyDeleteThat is just too cool. I love what they are doing together. Thanks for sharing. Your coffee table and my coffee table looked similar huh? You needed a BIG basket. :)
ReplyDeleteMarty,
ReplyDeleteThis is so neat!!! I had my daughter and 4-yr old granddaughter yesterday. And little princess had to "clean the french doors". So I took the curtain down and let her clean away with a wet dish cloth. What we do for our grandchildren ;) I love these memories. Hubby and I were talking after she left about the memories being made.
Blessings,
Kathy
That looks like a very technical project they are working on. I have the same coasters as you from Pier 1 Imports!! Have a great Sunday.
ReplyDeleteI'm impressed with their craftsmanship! And, your house is still beautiful, even with a few projects laying around. Nice to see a lived in look. :) *Becca*
ReplyDeleteThat is just great.
ReplyDeletePrecious time together as a family. Can't be beat! Have a wonderful week. Sandi
ReplyDeleteOh Marty... What a special time. And, I so agree, the mess is easily put away, but that day will not be forgotten.... What a sweet family.
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Spencer
Now this is what "living" is all about! Time spent together, priceless and is the spice of life!
ReplyDeletePriorities!! what it's all about!!
ReplyDeleteGuitars, really??? The kind you can play?? I am so impressed!!!
Marty,
ReplyDeleteLife is good when family abides in your heart and your home! My dad, his brothers, and my brother all play(ed)guitar!I grew up on bluegrass strings! I adore the stabilizer your son and grandson used for their claps and gluing. . . decorating magazines! Evidence that a ladies influence and support was in that room. Also, her love. Thanks for shairng!
Fondly,
Pat
Even "messy" your house still looks awesome! Mine is always strewn with Sophie's (the dog, although don't call her that because she thinks she's human!) toys everywhere! I pick 'em up, she drags them all back out! LOL! Our houses are made to live in and that looks exactly like what we both are doing ~ living and creating everlasting memories! Love, love, love that guitar! You are blessed with such talented offspring!
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Donna
Hi Marty, I LOVE this post! I never even thought about people making guitars at home, or considered how they were made even. It is fun to see your family and the mess that we all have in our homes every once in a while. We are sitting around in our p.j.'s watching NASCAR too. We aren't that into it yet, but maybe this will be the year.
ReplyDeleteTake care and God bless,
Kathy
Cute post Marty... Do you realize what magazines they are using???? For their project..LOL Thought you might flip out...It's nice to see fathers and sons doing things together. I went up to Home Depot early this morning about 8:30 and it was so nice to see all the Dad's with their little boys out shopping. Have a great Sunday.
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Hi Marty, I see they confiscated your decorating magazines for the project! I know how proud you must be watching your son and grandson working together.
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Sherry
Marty, I do believe that is a mess, but a good mess. Look at the wonderful piece they produced. I see your magazines didn't escape either.
ReplyDeleteI feel so much better about my own home now. Thanks for keeping it real. Have a great weekend and enjoy that race. We've got it on here too.
ReplyDeleteMarty what a great sight. the best thing in life is our family, and definitely a gift from above! Enjoy your Sunday, Martina
ReplyDeleteHi sweet lady...
ReplyDeleteWow...your guys are really good at crafting guitars! I have seen the process done a few times...it's quite the craft! Girl, you have wood and such all over the place...hehe! You're right...so many great memories being made!
I just took a peek at your last post! Ohhh...I love your new English butter slab...it's gorgeous! I'm sooo happy for you, sweet friend...sounds like you got a great bargain for it! It sure does look fabulous in your kitchen and works perfectly for holding your oils! Love it!
Have a super Sunday, dear lady!
Chari
I think that is a fantastic Mess Marty! How fun!~ XO
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ReplyDeleteWhat a BEAUTIFUL and Memorable Mess!!! LOVE IT! They are SO Talented...
Hugs to you,
Donna
This is what the real life is Marty :)... I am also freak about cleanliness but sometime it brings such lovely moments that you ignore all the tension... isn't.. Very lovely family photograph... Wish you a happy family life Marty with your loved ones...
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Farah
I love it, Marty! Great post!!
ReplyDeleteJust found your blog and have been spending the last few minutes reading old posts. I LOVE your style, particularly how you use silver.
ReplyDeleteI'm a collector, too, and I'm always on the lookout for new pieces at resale shops, thrift stores and garage sales. You have given me some really creative ideas for displaying some of my finds!!
I agree that a home is for living, laughing and sharing. It should never be a museum! :-)
Daytona 500 is on the tv here, as well.
Marilyn (in Dallas)
You are so right! This is what it's really all about! Enjoy the mess!
ReplyDeleteMarty, That is a gorgeous guitar! Your grandson does great art!
ReplyDeleteThose are precious moments Marty. I would soak up every moment. I miss having my children around, they all live in different states.
Hi, Marty! I am your newest follower and have loved "strolling" through your site this afternoon. Please, come visit me when you can...p.s. My house looks like this many days...projects...you gotta love 'em!
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http://amcinnisartworks.blogspot.com
Father and son....precious! =)
ReplyDeleteXO ~Liz
You've made a beautiful home for them Marty, and obviously more than just in the decor sense. It is home and your family is welcome there and you are so right that those are the precious memories.
ReplyDeleteI just had to say that I love the older clamps they are using, the rusty ones with the wood handles! Gorgeous. So is that thick wood for the guitars.
I always enjoy reading your posts and looking at your pretty corners and displays. However, this one gave me a big smile because this one says HOME with a capital 'H' and I love it. This is your best Tablescape yet!
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That is real living! :)
ReplyDeleteThat guitar is a beautiful work of art - they are very talented.
How sweet! This is encouraging because my kitchen is messy right now from lunch after Church this morning! Your home is beautiful with the mess and all :)
ReplyDeleteI only wish my house looked "Messy" like yours! Lol! It's starting to look like a used furniture storage space...and I am NOT ever gonna share it! And it's also NOT because those I love are making beautiful things (or memories) either! *winks* That guitar looks amazing!
ReplyDeleteLooks like house perfection to me Marty! Vanna
Hi Marty,
ReplyDeleteWhat a precious post. There is nothing like family.
hugs
Sissie
Looks like a mighty happy home with folks who love to be together.. No perfect scape of any kind can compete with these lovely photos of love in action.
ReplyDeletethanks for sharing and I may need some help choosing plants for my back wall in a couple months. yours look great~!
What wonderful moments! Great blog.
ReplyDeleteBut oh my, they're using your magazines! Gotta be real sometimes though. I just love the views of your backyard. I think it's so cozy back there.
ReplyDeleteBrenda
How fun, Marty! I love the way your family is enjoying your home. That's what it's all about! Looks like they have created some fabulous instruments, too! Happy week!...hugs...Debbie
ReplyDeleteMarty I love this. I only see FAMILY, no mess at all. I will admit I notice the design magazines under the clamps, hazard of the trade,hehe. Love you,Kathysue
ReplyDeleteHI!!
ReplyDeleteI am also a NEAT Knick and a bit of a clean friek, as I get older, I say Aww...who cares and lets live life to the fullest!!
So I LOVE LOVE this post!!
So true and what great memories!!!
Love that guitar!!
hugs,
jamie
The best kind of messes, Marty!
ReplyDeleteOh girl I loved this post!!!!! That is what real life is all about..just loving snd enjoying our loved ones! Girl you should see my kitchen when the grands are here the colors and coloring books are all over the table....I love it!!!! Like you said I can always clean up after they leave but I can never go back and redo the precious memories those 'messes' have given me....great post girl...have a great week! Picket
ReplyDeleteIt is so wonderful for father and son to be working together and having the same hobby, Marty. A kodak moment for sure! And messy is good for that reason...Christine
ReplyDeleteYour house looks a lot like mine, minus the guitars, which are awesome!! Seems I am always picking up after others!
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Jane
Oh Marty, what a treasured time. Father, Son, and Grandson and Mom in the middle. It truly is what life is about. . . Messes can be cleaned up, but precious moments like these can not be relived. You are truly blessed. Hugs, Karie
ReplyDeleteA beautiful mess! Making guitars is pretty cool and a house is meant to be lived in!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great talent to be able to make such a beautiful guitar!!!! Love the old, old clamps they're using too! Great project and what great bonding time together!
ReplyDeleteOh Marty I would love for my house to be in a mess (which yours is definitely not!) just to have my guys home. How blessed that your guys are nearby and come to your home to play!!!
ReplyDeleteI got to see Jonathan when I was down for Mom's B-day. He surprised me when I saw him- he had cut his dreg locks off that day! Gosh he looks so cute with that short messy hair but it is kind of funny - I really grew to love those locks on him!
bee blessed
mary
Loved this post. Now that is real life. I think most of our homes look like that a good part of the time. This was a reality post!!! ~~Sherry~~
ReplyDeleteBlessings to you Marty!! I wholeheartedly agree with your philosophy; a clean house is so nice, but creating memories and touching hearts is the most important part of our homes!!
ReplyDeletePeace and Blessings, Cindy :)
How cool - making a guitar! My husband makes cigar box guitars and has always wanted to make a guitar from scratch. I'll have to show him your post!
ReplyDeleteKacey
Wow, that is really cool to see them making a guitar! I am going to share this with hubs and son....
ReplyDeleteYou are so nice to let them go at it! I gave you a shout out today, stop on by to help us celebrate.
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Marty,
ReplyDeleteHow are you doing, sweetie?
Oh, I loved seeing your family and your house!
Have a blessed week!
xo
Luciane at HomeBunch.com
Post of the Day: A Retreat in Brazil/ Britney Spears' New House.
Marty, you are a patient mom/grandmother. Looks like they are pretty talented guys. I don't suspect it is easy to make a guitar. What an accomplishment!
ReplyDelete~ Sarah
Awww...isn't that the beauty of Diy projects! many times we do them with the ones we love!
ReplyDeleteJane
FF
Love that the family time is more important than a mess. Warms my heart.
ReplyDeleteWow! They are artists. They obviously take after their mother/grandmother. Love this post. Family togetherness is a wonderful thing to say - no matter how much mess they cause! laurie
ReplyDeleteOK that cracked me up - kitchen island only place to glue!
ReplyDeleteAnd wow can't wait to see how the guitars turn out!!
Ohhhhhhhhhhhhh, Marty, you just made my day with this! I laughed like crazy. Thank you for keeping it real, because you know we all always feel like the only ones with messy houses.
ReplyDeleteWow! What an ambitious project! I can't even imagine where you would begin building a guitar! The finished one is just gorgeous. Glad my house isn't the only one that doesn't escape the men folk tools, newpapers, drink glasses, and snacks! Make sure you post some pictures of the others finished. I think this is SO cool! Blessings <3 Paula
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