I've quieted and now can be still to hear and learn something
As I went to my kitchen to check the door and put dishes up I smiled because it was my kitchen
I know where things go and I love looking out my window in there
I look around this small house of ours and I smile
It's mine, there are memories in every room, some good some not so good
Like the time my daughter and I didn't leave our bathroom for like twelve hours
Sickness and health touched us then
Laughter and tears
But I love my house
My hubby my father in law and myself built it
The two of us hanging sheet rock, and I smile
Love sweat and tears, my hubby worked day and night for us
A lot of time spent inside and out of our house
I know it has many things that need fixin
But guess what I still smile because it's mine
Mis matched walls , different colored floors and holes in places
Still it's comfortable, broke in furniture but great for napping
I think back to raising my kids in this house
Marks on sons wall for growth, a sign on his door that says danger
And it really is still that way
Slamming doors, to their head in my lap to rub when they felt bad
A few new door glasses because weed eaters are mean
Scratches from loved pets on beds to dirty boot marks
My house might need a coat of paint but it's still my smurf house
It keeps me warm and cool and comfortable
Through heartache and hugs my house has always been welcoming to me
It's funny how a house can hold so many memories
But it does
From my son and I dancing in the kitchen to late night talks with my daughter
To arguments with hubby then talking past his bedtime
From our sweet missy dog passing away in our living room
And late night prayers because of sickness or bad dreams
To back porch hammock looking at the stars and fire building when it's cold
I love my house and all it has given me even with its age
It's mine and I smile:)
I think that's how I am with my self and its house
I've had to learn that it's ok to, it holds heartache , sickness, pain and love
But it's still standing, maybe a little creeky but filled with memories
Still holding its own and smiling:)
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