simply vintageous...by Suzan: 2 Faces have I.......................

Sunday, October 14, 2012

2 Faces have I.......................

I am 2 completely different people - it's just hit me now, at 53 - it's not that I'm quirky - or strange - or that there are different sides to me at all - I AM LITERALLY 2 PEOPLE - no wonder I've been so conflicted my entire life.....................

There's the glamourous Suzan - who loves glitz and sparkle - who loves to have her hair done and wears jewels and buys gorgeous shoes and who has a ton of dresses hanging in her closet -
Who has her nails done and doesn't go out without her makeup and loves good food and wine - and entertaining and being entertained.

And there's the frumpy Suzan - who can stay in her pajamas all day working on filthy furniture redo's, contentedly singing as she goes along - her hair messily thrown up with a clip - no make up at all ( although even this Suzan has a hard time looking at herself in a mirror when she walks by one - not a pretty site at all )
Nails dirty - perfectly happy with a piece of cheese slapped between a baguette on the floor beside her as she works.

And to be honest with you, John never knows which one he's going to wake up beside in the morning, because it all depends on how fed up I am with one or the other myself. So typical conversations can go like this

Suzan says - I don't feel like cooking -
John says - You want to go grab a hotdog?
Suzan says - I'M FED UP OF HOTDOGS - I WANT TO GET DRESSED UP AND GO SOMEWHERE NICE -
John says - Ok Ok - it's just because the other day you said you were dying for a greasy hot dog and fries!
Suzan says - I did? I can't imagine why!

OR IT CAN GO LIKE THIS

Suzan says - I don't feel like cooking -
John says - You want to go somewhere nice and have a steak?
Suzan says - WHY DOES IT ALWAYS HAVE TO BE FANCY WITH YOU? WHAT'S WRONG
WITH JUST GOING FOR A HOTDOG AND FRIES SOMEWHERE?
John says - Ok Ok - it's just because the other day you said you wanted to get dressed up and go somewhere nice.
Suzan says - I did? I can't imagine why!

One Suzan keeps the house spotless - the other one? Not so much -
One Suzan is a spendaholic - the other one is so frugal it's sickening...............
One Suzan is a boundless ball of energy
The other Suzan just wants to lay around eating chocolate
One Suzan loves good wine -
The other Suzan loves a cold beer
One Suzan loves going to Ogilvy's ( a high end store in Montreal )
The other one wants to go to thrift shops
One Suzan gags - literally over the most silly things
The other Suzan can tackle anything
One Suzan is freezing all the time ( and turning the heat up )
The other one is dripping with sweat all over the place ( and turning the heat OFF )
Ok so that's definitely menopause lol

Today I was definitely the slovenly Suzan and got my hands dirty with this

hmmm - could this be why the owner of these lovelies actually apologized to John for their condition?

and that's how filthy these chairs were.......................the Suzan that worked on these could care less
she stoically worked on them until they were spotless - all sterilized - 3 buckets full until the water came out clear -

and after trying 3 different fabrics on the chairs ( John liked one - the other Suzan liked another - this Suzan likes this one the best )

Even the other Suzan is impressed this time ( and it takes a lot to impress her )

XOX
SUZANA
( BOTH OF US )

P.S. working my butt off to get the whole set done and up and posted - but the " other " Suzan has just kicked in - she wants to soak in a bath - get out a good book - and do nothing -
The eternal conflict rages on folks................................

And the 2 of us are Partying Here!

This Gal Cooks
http://www.thisgalcooks.com/2012/10/marvelous-mondays-link-party-16_14.html
Debbie Doo's
http://debbie-debbiedoos.com/newbie-with-a-twist-party.html

Keeping it Simple
http://www.keepingitsimplecrafts.com/2012/10/motivate-me-monday-144.html
DIY Home Sweet Home
http://diyhshp.blogspot.ca/2012/10/mmm-78.html

43 comments:

Pam @ over50feeling40October 14, 2012 at 4:27 PM
Sounds like the two of you may know the two of me!! And my husband has the exact same challenge of figuring out who shows up...when. I love what you did to the chair...just gorgeous!
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Danni@SiloHillFarmOctober 14, 2012 at 4:38 PM
You are hilarious! What is wrong with John that he can't predict which one you are at any given moment???? Me? i love a pajama day!
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Danni@SiloHillFarmOctober 14, 2012 at 4:39 PM
Oh....and I seriously love that chair! Even if she started out dirty!
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Judy at GoldCountryCottageOctober 14, 2012 at 4:52 PM
Suzana!!..Just in case I don't know who I'm talking to! Are you sure your name isn't Judy? I find though that this one is staying more and longer in her PJ's and, frankly, it's becoming a little worrisome..Happy Weekend..Judy
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Judy at GoldCountryCottageOctober 14, 2012 at 4:53 PM
I forgot to tell you that messy one really did a great job on the chair. Looking forward to the whole set..Again, Happy Weekend..Judy
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Kristen PareOctober 14, 2012 at 5:07 PM
Suzan, thank you for visiting and the lovely comment on my little table. Your chair came out beautiful and LOVE that fabric! Newest follower. Oh, today was a PJ day--little one asked if I was going to go out like that--to her horror (I was thinking about it) :)
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Custom ComfortsOctober 14, 2012 at 5:33 PM
What a cute post. I never thought about there being two side to us. I'm a little like that too now that I think about it.
Love the chair makeover and although I didn't see the other fabric choices, I really like the one you picked. Following back.
Cindy
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Julie @ followyourheartwoodworkingOctober 14, 2012 at 5:38 PM
There's just one of me! (And it's not the glamorous one) How does John possibly figure you out, or have you driven him crazy trying to?
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PeggyOctober 14, 2012 at 6:20 PM
Oh Suzan, you always hit the nail right on the head! Most of us have two sides I think we just don't face 'em down the way that you have here.....you always make me feel so much better (especially when the not so pretty Peggy is hanging around!)
The chair is beautiful and the fabric choice is perfect!
Peggy
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http://decoratedchaos.blogspot.comOctober 14, 2012 at 6:29 PM
The chair looks fab! Love the toile seat. Great choice of pattern! Love this chair! :)

Jennifer @ Decorated Chaos
http://decoratedchaos.blogspot.com
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The White Pear TreeOctober 14, 2012 at 7:07 PM
Love the chair!

You must be a Gemini like me. Our poor husbands!
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UnknownOctober 14, 2012 at 8:07 PM
My husband says the same thing about me having different personalities. lol You are not alone! =)

I love the chair. I recently reupholstered my dining room chairs. I never realized how much fun it would be and how accomplished I would feel afterwards.

Laura @ Louisiana Housewife
http://louisianahousewife.blogspot.com
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Maureen WyattOctober 14, 2012 at 8:52 PM
Well, Sybil, the chair is lovely. Of course, it's easier to get projects done when you have more than one Suzy working on them! ~ Maureen
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Donna WilkesOctober 14, 2012 at 9:06 PM
Suzan, I personally think you were just the last to know the two faces of Suzan existed. The rest of us already knew this little fact about you. Case in point, one night you were in pajamas taking wood from the neighbor's trash and then a couple of weeks later you were praising the Paris experience. We love you and you and throw in John, too!

Love how the chairs turned out.
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ibshellOctober 15, 2012 at 5:12 PM
WOW! does that ever describe ME! I have two faces. The same ones. I swear their your two faces best friends!LOL Great job on your beautiful chair. I love what you ended up with. ;)
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KatherineOctober 15, 2012 at 7:34 PM
I am the same way! How funny. Amazing difference in the chair! Wow! Thanks for sharing!
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Mel@Mellywood's MansionOctober 16, 2012 at 2:20 AM
Love the chair , love pj day, can't remember the last time I went somewhere nice. I do have 5 children though
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akawestOctober 16, 2012 at 5:27 AM
The end result is gorgeous! While I was reading, I kept thinking I need the industrious Suzan to pay me a visit, at least in my head.
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Cristina GarayOctober 16, 2012 at 5:29 AM
Love the chair Suzan! That fabric is gourgeous! Fun story, I think we all have those two sides! :)
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Cassie BustamanteOctober 16, 2012 at 9:44 AM
very soft and pretty! i love the subtle colors in the fabric.
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MuddaritavilleOctober 16, 2012 at 3:40 PM
Wow! Amazing transformation
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Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.October 16, 2012 at 3:51 PM
I love the pretty chairs! And geez, you must be ease-dropping at my house!
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DIYbyDesignOctober 16, 2012 at 5:13 PM
Super cute post and I love the chair. Beautiful. Thanks for sharing at DIYbyDesign.
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dee -@ The Old Fat HenOctober 16, 2012 at 6:36 PM
amazing you are a legend or you are mad ....but these turned out beautiful.love dee x
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AngieOctober 16, 2012 at 8:33 PM
I am exactly the same way. Glamorous one minute, dripping with sweat and saw dust the next. I love the fabric on this chair! PLEASE share what the name of it is and where to get it. Thank you! I'm a new follower.
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ChristineOctober 17, 2012 at 4:53 AM
Suzan, I swear you are talking about me. I have two sides too! It's crazy!!!

LOVE the chairs!! Do John and you work together?

Thanks so much for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer... From Dream To Reality!
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Katherines CornerOctober 18, 2012 at 6:24 PM
love it well done! Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things hop. xo P.S. Have you entered my latest giveaway?
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TammyOctober 18, 2012 at 7:49 PM
Wow! It looks lovely! Totally new! Thank you for sharing this at Rustic Restorations Weekend!
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Jill @ Create.Craft.Love.October 19, 2012 at 10:18 AM
You are too funny! I feel the same way sometimes. That chair is a definite improvement! You did a lovely job and I love the fabric. Thanks for sharing at the Pomp Party! Hope to see you back next week!
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Sarah LeonardOctober 19, 2012 at 10:39 AM
That's a gorgeous looking chair - you've done an amazing job there.

Sarah @ A Cat-Like Cusiosity
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vikkiOctober 19, 2012 at 1:56 PM
Love the chair. I have the same fabric, only in black and white on some chairs in my house. Love it.
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MegOctober 19, 2012 at 2:53 PM
Girl, you CRACK me up! Love the chairs. White is my favorite color.

Thanks for always linking up to the ASBP!

XO
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CandyOctober 20, 2012 at 1:05 PM
Great chair. One of the Suzanas did an awesome job.
Candy
PICKINandPAINTIN.blogspot.com
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Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonOctober 21, 2012 at 9:40 PM
Oh girl, John has his hands full! Although at times I thought you were describing me. lol! You know what they say, "two heads are better than one" I think the two of you would be just one big bundle of joy. Love the chairs! Anything with toile is a hit with me! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
Hugs,
Jann
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UnknownOctober 22, 2012 at 2:29 AM
thanks so much Ewa!!!
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Good Time CharlieOctober 24, 2012 at 7:36 PM
Gorgeous! I can definitely relate to the two sides. I am mostly the grungy one. I try to look presentable by the time my kids and husband get home though! Yuck on the dirty state of that chair, but oh so worth the result. Thank you for sharing!
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ANNEOctober 26, 2012 at 6:43 PM
Suzan, I am laughing so hard! I didn't know you were in Montreal! I'm from Baie-Comeau. I am sure we are soul sisters... I go through the same thing all the time.

Thanks for linking up to It's a Party this week.

Cheers!
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HeatherOctober 27, 2012 at 7:19 PM
Thanks so much for linking up your beautiful chair at my blog's "It's a Party" - I am featuring it today here! http://www.settingforfour.com/2012/10/its-party-time-features-week-10-21-2012.html
Hope to see you tomorrow at my blog for another party! Hugs, Heather
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Adorned From AboveNovember 6, 2012 at 10:08 AM
Hi Suzan,
I have featured this post as one of the featured bloggers from Wednesday's Adorned From Above Link Party 22. You did a great job with this chair.
It will be posted on tomorrow's post.
Thank you so much for sharing with Adorned From Above.
Debi @ Adorned From Above
www.adornedfromabove.com
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UnknownNovember 8, 2012 at 9:09 AM
Lol you totally made my day with this post!
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UnknownNovember 8, 2012 at 9:09 AM
Lol you totally made my day with this post!
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Sunday, October 14, 2012

2 Faces have I.......................

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