As we head into 2020, I thought “A Fresh Start” quote was fitting for our chalkboard refrigerator.

I’m taking a few days off of social media and my violin business work over the holidays and have had a hard time adjusting to the slower pace and disrupted routine. While I think it’s super important to take a break and intentionally disrupt routine, it’s not easy for me. I find the need to replace my “work” with fun projects or homemaking work that I don’t normally take time for. I’m also using the time to reflect on this past years accomplishments and consider my goals for the new year. I’m ready for some fresh ideas, fresh projects, fresh perspectives, and basically a fresh start!

When I was looking for a chalkboard art design to freshen up the chalkboard on our refrigerator (working on those homemaking projects!), I decided this quote “Each day is a fresh start”, along with the citrus fruit was perfect. It matches the season in every way! And, btw, I’m super excited for citrus season to be in full swing here in Arizona. I will have to hunt around and find some orchards where I can pick.

As the rain decided to pour today, and I’ve run out of coffee creamer, I made myself a lovely cup of hot cocoa instead and got right to work. (Didn’t think running to the store the day after Christmas for coffee creamer sounded like a good idea!) I found this design on Pinterest to work off of and then started in. I decided this was too busy for my taste so I simplified it a bit and didn’t put quite as much fruit in my design.

I used to say that I couldn’t draw. I still don’t generally think I’m very good at it. But it’s good for me to try and practice and I had fun doing this. It took me well over an hour, which is probably why the refrigerator didn’t get any fresh art for over a year!!