A monday evening

The news let me know yesterday that we haven't experienced cold weather like this since the late 70's. And it is very cold. But I am used to the frigid cold of the Midwest, the icy air of Colorado. So I know that I can't complain. I kind of enjoy it, since it doesn't happen down here too often. So tonight we will have chorizo sauteed in garlic (lots) and olive oil, goat cheese and a baguette. And a 'saucy' red Spanish wine.

We are getting settled into our new place. It has been so fun figuring out the rooms. The main floor has a bit of an odd floor plan - there is a large living room, a small den, and the kitchen with a breakfast nook. We decided to create a dining space in front of the fireplace in the den and make the breakfast nook a little sitting area. I am thinking a cozy arm chair is necessary for this space (it will back to a huge picture window.) I imagine a floor lamp, a small bookshelf holding my cookbooks, and maybe a bin type of contraption to hold root vegetables, fruits. Every few years I re-read all of Marlena di Blasi's Italian memoirs. I always think about when she moves into a new space she covers areas in warm rugs and beautiful blankets and tons of lamps. Have always been moved by this notion. I have been thrifting a bit and found this gem of a blanket at Goodwill.

And this wool rug at a flea market.

Next up, lamps galore.