Treasure Hunting

I love the thrill of "the find" like most people but the hunt in itself is just as thrilling for me. I call it treasure hunting and it really should be considered a hobby. Some people run marathons or play tennis or crochet. I treasure hunt. I'm pretty sure that the heavens open and angels sing when the double doors at Homegoods open and the cold air conditioning envelopes me. Sounds dramatic I know...but it's really that good...I swear. I love being welcomed by white ceramic tureens, pewter platters and peculiar elephant figurines. I proceed to stroll down every aisle sifting through dusty dishes and crystal candlestick holders beckoning to be given a home. Even if I don't bring any treasures home with me and often times I don't..I am fulfilled from just the hunt. I realize this probably sounds weird and Jim thinks I need to attend Homegoods anonymous but treasure hunting makes my day. And since the apple never falls far from the tree.. my mom also has a shared love of treasure hunting. There is hardly a visit home when we don't look at each other and say, "Let's go see what's happening at Homegoods today!"

So after running few errands the other day I went treasure hunting and gasp..cheated on Homegoods. I stopped in at another great hunting spot called My Sister's Attic which is a local home furnishing consignment shop. They have a mixture of antiques and newer items as well as some super random things. Most of the time I end up simply hunting there and usually leave without anything..but this time..

I found a little treasure which is the icing on my treasure hunting cake. And at $8..it's totally chocolate icing. I knew this little thing belonged in our home and thought she'd be a great addition to our console table.

But first I decided to lighten her up a bit. I slapped on some cream paint followed by a little distressing with a kitchen knife and voila!

She has found her happy home on the bottom shelf of our console table.

Happy treasure hunting!!!