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Can you believe how fast May flew by, or was it just me?
It was one of those months that felt full to the brim—in the best kind of way!
Between special celebrations and traveling to Kentucky to spend time with family and friends, we had a lot going on behind the scenes here at An Organized Season.
We can’t wait to catch you up on everything, so let’s look back at what made May so memorable!
WHAT WE DID BEHIND THE SCENES IN May
One of us got braces for the first time
One of the biggest (and most unexpected) things to happen this month?
I had to get braces—for the first time ever—at the age of 60.
You see, I started Invisalign, not because I wanted to, but because I needed to. I don’t mind that my bottom teeth have become crooked as I’ve aged, but I needed to address the issue.
Unfortunately, my bottom teeth shifted and started to loosen the top ones, where I have a bridge (thanks to missing two teeth—a hereditary trait passed down from my grandmother).
This is not exactly how I imagined kicking off the summer, but this bridge needs to last the rest of my life!
So braces it is!
It’s been an adjustment, but I’m staying positive—and who knows, maybe I’ll even shed a few pounds since snacking between meals feels like more trouble than it’s worth lol!
Celebrated Mother’s Day
For Mother’s Day, Rich and our son, Griffin, took me to Disney’s Polynesian Resort for dinner at ‘Ohana.
It was such a sweet treat!
Not only was the atmosphere fun and festive, but the staff went above and beyond to accommodate my gluten and dairy sensitivities, along with our son’s allergies to dairy and tree nuts.
We had a great meal, lots of laughs, and enjoyed being together.
I’ll admit, Mother’s Day is always a little bittersweet for me since I lost my sweet mom to cancer eight years ago.
I miss her every single day.
If you’re also missing your mom, please know my heart is with you—I truly understand how hard that can be.
However, hearing from our two sons who live out of state helped make the day feel extra special.
Spring Yard Sale Finds
We had such a fun morning shopping at Renninger’s for their big spring yard sale!
The place was packed with rows of tents filled with all kinds of treasures just waiting to be discovered.
And let me tell you, we had some serious luck this time!
I came home with a pretty white vintage birdcage, a charming little footstool (which I’ll be making over), a metal cloche, a rustic wooden pedestal, four scalloped Pottery Barn plates (only $1.25 each), and five lovely milk glass pieces.
I also scored a festive sled that I can’t wait to decorate with at Christmas.
It was definitely one of those days when the yard sale magic was in full swing!
Traveled to KY to see family
We made a trip back to our home state of Kentucky this month, and it was great to be back.
Most of our family still lives there, so it’s always special when we get the chance to visit.
We started the trip at my dad’s house, where we spent time with him and our oldest son, who lives with him.
While we were there, we celebrated Rich’s birthday…
and caught up with some longtime friends.
It was so fun catching up on everyone’s lives!
Enjoyed a Family Wedding
Then, we headed to Western Kentucky to visit with Rich’s parents and celebrate a very special occasion—our nephew’s wedding!
It was a joy to be part of the festivities and spend time with Rich’s sister and her husband (the parents of the groom)!
We had fun pitching in with the rehearsal dinner, and on the wedding day, I did hair for the mother of the groom, our niece, and her three kids (they still trusted me, even though it has been five years since I retired from hairdressing!).
The weather didn’t exactly cooperate—it was cool and rained on and off—but the ceremony was lovely.
We’re thrilled for the sweet couple and excited to see what the future holds for them!
WHAT WE DID ON THE BLOG IN May
May was a pretty busy month around here!
We shared all kinds of fun stuff—from seasonal DIY projects and a fun garden party tablescape to helpful organization tips.
Let’s take a quick look back at our posts from May in case you missed them the first time!
DIY
- If you’ve got a few empty bottles lying around—think spice jars, wine bottles, or anything with a fun shape—don’t toss them just yet. You can turn them into beautiful DIY sea glass bottles, perfect for summer.
- Need more storage in your kitchen? Learn how to make a wall-mounted DIY plate rack that combines function and style!
- You’ll never guess what I framed! See how I turned antique finds into stunning wall art for the Handcrafted Society May challenge!
- Do you like to see before-and-after pictures? You’ll want to see our porch swing makeover!
Decor
- My latest table decor might be my favorite yet! Sentimental pieces and a fun DIY made this Garden Tea Party tablescape extra special.
Organization
- We had a room in our house that was such a mess because I kept procrastinating on organizing it. So we shared a post on how to organize when you’re overwhelmed!
- We kicked off the new season with our Summer Home Organization Challenge! What spaces do you need to organize?
INSPIRATION FROM AROUND THE WEB
Today, we’re sharing five of our favorite posts we discovered online to help you transition into summer!
- Picnic season is here, and my friend Jen is sharing 15 delicious summer picnic ideas!
- Know someone going to college for the first time? Here’s the perfect college packing list to use this summer!
- Hydrangeas are my favorite flowers! I planted two last spring and have kept them alive! If you want to grow some, my friend Wendy is sharing everything you need to know to grow hydrangeas!
- Interested in starting a garden! Read these seven benefits of gardening to improve your health and wellness, and you’ll be motivated to start planting!
- Do you love to read? My friend Nicolle is sharing 12 summer beach reads you can get lost in!
FAVORITE SEASONAL FINDS
Looking to add some seasonal touches to your home? Here are some of our favorite finds for summer on Amazon! Several of these items are in our cart right now!
Floral Block Print Pillow | Wicker Scalloped Tray | Ginger Jar
Hydrangea Flowers | Heron Wall Art | Scalloped Pillow Covers
Floral Ivory Blue Area Rug | Rattan Vanity Stool | White Coral Decor
Ceramic Lamp | Table Runner | Seagrass Vase
HOME ORGANIZATION WEEKLY TASK
Summer is almost here, and that means we’ll be organizing the personal living spaces of our home:
- Week 23- Bedrooms
- Week 24- Bathrooms
- Week 25- Closets-clothing
- Week 26- Closets- coat/linen/cleaning
POSTS YOU MIGHT LIKE FROM OUR ARCHIVES
If you’re new here or would like a refresher, check out these older posts relevant to this season! Can you believe Memorial Day is behind us and summer is on the way?
DIY
Can’t find art you like and can afford? Why not make your own? Check out this inexpensive way to create a coastal-inspired gallery wall!
Decor
Wondering how to incorporate seasonal decor touches into your home? Here are some summer ideas you can easily recreate!
Organization
Time to plan and get organized for a new season! Here are 15 things you need to do now to get ready for summer!
In Conclusion
And that’s a wrap on May!
It was a month filled with meaningful moments, both big and small, and we’re so grateful for the memories we made along the way.
Thanks so much for being here and letting us share a little piece of our lives with you—we love having this space to connect.
We hope your month was filled with joy, and we look forward to seeing you on June 30 for our next Seasonal Sentiments Monthly Rewind Newsletter!
Blessings, Donna and Rich
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Donna! I’m SO THRILLED for all your finds from Rennigers!! The two small vases are two exact matches to ones I’ve found within the past 2 months, too! How fun!!
What a fun month!!
Thanks! It was such a fun day! I have been looking for milk glass vases for years with no luck. I was looking at the other pieces I bought and the lady at the booth said she might have more in a tub, I told her I was looking for vases and she pulled out the tub and there they were! I was so excited!
What a fun month full of happy celebrations and memory making occasions, Donna. I love all the things you found at Renningers and all the beautiful decor you creative for your home as well. I’m thankful for the organization posts you share too. They always keep me on track. Hope Rich has a happy Father’s Day this weekend and everything goes well with your invisalign journey. You’ll have to give me all your best tips. I’ll be headed there soon too! Hugs, CoCo
Hi CoCo! So you’re going to have to get braces too? Let me know if you have any questions! We’re looking forward to this weekend because it’s also Griffin’s birthday on Father’s Day! Lots of celebrating to do!! Thanks for stopping by!