A Room Of My Own

My how time flies. I realized I haven't posted anything in nearly a month. So I guess it's time I give an update on my room. I'm nearly finished with it and I do enjoy it so much. I moved the treadmill in with the help of some brawny guys at my work. It is an older machine but perfect for me. At the suggestions of a TIPS lady, I went to TJ Maxx and found an inexpensive exercise ball and mat. I had originally found the curtains (Tommy Hilfiger) at a garage sale. They've been sitting and waiting for a place for nearly two years, so it was great to finally get them up. The closet is my 'Gift Closet' and holds items that I purchase through-out the year, mostly for Christmas. After setting up the treadmill, I began to work on the rest of the room.
An old oak dresser stayed in room and I'm using it for my workout clothes, hand towels, and I will be adding coffee cups and creamer. I am putting my dorm size refrigerator in the room and will put the one-cup coffee maker on top of it. I also added some pretty pictures from TJ Maxx (great place to get low priced stuff) and some lamps.
I made myself a meditation corner by using an old tv stand that I covered with a beautiful brown, gold glittered cloth. I even glued the trim on myself. I collected artwork and other things I love personally and put them in that corner, with a candle on the table. I have my cd's and other stuff I need in the basket under the table. Finally, I made a reading area. Wingback chair with a blue and gold throw to cover the lime green, yellow, orange stripes, a bookshelf filled with my favorite novels, a small table for my cup of tea, and some pretty wall decor completed the corner. The room makes me feel peaceful and happy and also give me a sense of accomplishment. No longer a room designated to collect wrapping paper, the vacuum cleaner, old computer cords, my children's stuffed animals they no longer want, it has become a place for self-discovery, fitness, and rest.