Workspaces

"Whatever you are is because of what your ancestors have done." -Li Lu

My mother-in-law curated a well-rounded stash of grocery store bags. 

My grandfather's private garage fridge chilled his personal supply of fizzy drinks.

My mom used shelves to create an adjunct pantry space for her inventory of canned goods.

My father-in-law kept his garage walls freshly painted and sparkling clean.

My grandmother embraced pegboard organizers and a vast army of canning jars. 

A hundred times a day, as I walk in and out of this space in my garage, just outside my laundry room door, I fondly recall how cleverly my ancestors used the practical, workspaces in their own homes and I give thanks for their resourceful inspiration. 

And when someday, future generations look back and consider what I added to the cultivated utility of the home workspace, I hope to be remembered for twinkle lights and photos of wet bears that look exactly like Gracie after a walk in the rain.