Monday, November 22, 2010
A few months ago, we commissioned my little brother to build us a fireplace mantle for our new home. I have to admit, I was the teensiest bit nervous. (What if I didn't like it? He was my brother so I'd have to like it, even if I didn't like it, you know?) But I trusted him and . . .the result:
It's actually a lot bigger and better in person! It's made from solid cherry wood and has lots of beautiful detail, with built-in bookcases flanking the fireplace. What a relief to not have to pretend that I like it because I, in fact, LOVE it! I COULDN'T BE HAPPIER!!! And neither could Bethany. Her bedtime prayers now go something like this: "Heavenly Father, thank you for this day. And Jesus, thank you SOOOOOOOOOO much for our new fireplace and for Ben."
Amen to that! I'm foreseeing lots of snuggly coziness for years and years to come. Thank you Ben! (And if anyone needs cabinets or bookcases or desks or fireplaces mantles, I know a terrific craftsman!)
2 comments:
It's GORGEOUS! I LOVE cherry wood! It's my favorite! Some day when I am rich and in a bigger home, I'll have you give me his contact info because he is really talented!
I love it!! Ben is so talented!!
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