A few weeks ago eldest daughter called to say she had gotten for free a sort of cupboard that she herself couldn't use but maybe I could. She even volunteered to paint it for me if I didn't want it dark wood. How nice is that? This is the before picture and....
....here it is painted my new favourite colour and set up beside my garden shed. Just to the right is an awfully messy area of pots and bags of soil etc.. The box immediately to the right of my new cupboard has soil in it too. I am looking forward to finding pretty garden-related things to display on those shelves.
DH and youngest son have been busy building cedar planter boxes. The one in the background against the swing is middle son's for the hot peppers he likes to grow. The square one will be given to a certain person on Mother's Day. I've been told she reads my blog but rarely comments. *smile*
Finally, this planter is in the front yard next to our parking area. I plan on growing Morning Glories on that trellis.
When I began this post I stopped to think if I should use eldest or oldest when referring to my daughter. I looked it up and this is what I discovered.
Both eldest and oldest refer to the greatest in age. The crucial difference, however, lies in the fact that eldest can only be used for related persons, while oldest can be used for any person, place or thing in a group of related or unrelated elements.
Thanks for visiting today, GM
Lots of fun projects going on there. You will have fun filling those new shelves.
ReplyDeleteThe cupboard is gorgeous and I really love the new color. The planter boxes are really beautiful too - enjoy!
ReplyDeleteI learned something, too! I didn't know the distinction but now I will be careful to use the terms precisely! What lovely cedar boxes. I hear cedar will last and last, and not rot. That interesting dresser looks gorgeous in its new turquoise-y shade!
ReplyDeleteJust catching up on you here!!! Neat about the multi-family house and the cabinet gardens and flowers 🥰🌸💗
ReplyDeleteI really like your new cupboard....especially with the new paint job. and those planting boxes are gorgeous. What beautiful additions to your house and yard. Lucky you!
ReplyDeleteWell, I never knew that before, about eldest and oldest. Interesting.
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty colour your new unit has been painted. I'm sure you will have fun finding things for those shelves :)
I love your new cupboard...lovevthe color you chose, too.
ReplyDeleteThe Painted Cupboard and Planters look very good G.M. You are certainly getting ready for Summer. Regards. KEV.
ReplyDeleteWhat a difference! I love the new color. Your husband and son makes beautiful planter boxes. I look forward to see your garden when summer comes and it is filled with flowers and plants! Have a nice weekend!
ReplyDeleteWhat a difference a coat of paint makes, it looks amazing. Love the planters.
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty cupboard, I love the color. Chris
ReplyDeleteWhat a very useful, and attractive cupboard. you can put all those gardeny bits and pieces hidden in the drawers!
ReplyDeleteOh my that cabinet turned out really pretty!
ReplyDeleteWhat a transformation of that cabinet... it's gorgeous! I love the color! I can't wait to see it when you find those decorative pieces you will be looking for!
ReplyDeleteWow what a difference after that piece was painted - looks great.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful planter boxes!!
Didn't know the difference in elder and oldest - interesting.
Goodness, you have all been very industrious....I absolutely love your new cupboard - the paint job sure looks great!
ReplyDeleteEllabie
Lots of talent in your family. The painted cabinet looks lovely and the planter boxes are so pretty and practical too. I am always shocked at how much a coat of paint changes everything.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Betsy
planting morning glories as well first time. Cabinet was pretty before, and after WOW! Very nice planter boxes, they look sturdy.
ReplyDeleteZie het al helemaal voor me: bloembak met Morning Glorie met honderden blauwe klokbloemen.
ReplyDeleteEn je kast kreeg werkelijk een metamorfose, werkelijk een plaatje!
Fijne zondag,
Ger
That cupboard turned out so pretty. I would have been bringing it into the house and filling it with quilts :) Love the planter boxes too. They did a beautiful job on them. Morning glories will look wonderful growing up that trellis; I'm a big fan of morning glories. I especially like old fashioned flowers like morning glories, holly hocks, daisies, sunflowers and zinnias. I hate to admit it but at times I even find beauty in the simple weed we call the dandelion :)
ReplyDeleteGod bless you, sweet friend,
Connie :)
Look at those projects you have going on there! Girl, I wish I had your energy. The cupboard turned out such a pretty color. WOW! Hugs and blessings, Cindy
ReplyDeleteThat's a good piece of grammar to know! The plant boxes are really nice - they do very fine work. And the new cabinet is cheerful!
ReplyDeleteJust catching here - I’m glad “eldest” is correct because I’ve always got a kick out of you calling me that 😊. Your blog is always an interesting read and enjoyable, thank for that.
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