Not Exactly What I'd Originally Imagined...But Wonderful Just The Same

When we moved into this house one thing I was excited about was the big ol' garden tub in our master bath. I pictured myself soaking away with a good book, bubbles up to my ears, candles lit, soothing melodies playing softly in the background.

Take a moment to envision that with me. Ahhh...isn't it lovely?

I think that serene scenario has played out all of two times. And (after waiting an hour and running 2,000 gallons of water to fill the tub) those two baths were quite lovely, without question ! But I doubt those rare occasions make up for the amount of time required to keep the darn thing clean. It is so unfair that stuff gets dirty even when not being used. And how gross is a dusty bath tub? Yuck.

Anyway, all this to say the neglected tub is finally being put to use. We've discovered we can put a few inches of water in and get two kiddos cleaned with no screaming and no tears. At least until it is time to get out. (Yes, this does require a parent to get in also.)

And, as a bonus, I found this little corner to have some of the best natural light in the house, making for some sweet nekkid baby pictures. Love it!



And just because it makes me laugh, a picture of Bennett taking his "bike" for a spin after bath time.