Sharon Hargrove Interiors

09/28/2026

Time.

It’s the one thing we can’t buy more of, return, or tuck away to save for later.

I’m spending this week with my mom and her sister. They’re the last two of a big, boisterous crew of six siblings. Their four brothers are gone now, as is my aunt Karen’s husband.

And yet, listening to these two, you’d think everyone was still right here.

They argue over the details of stories that happened decades ago. They correct each other. They laugh. They romanticize some memories and remember others completely differently. 😂 And I’m realizing how lucky I am to be here to hear it.

We tend to mark our lives by the big moments—the weddings, birthdays, vacations and celebrations. But more and more, I think a life is really made up of moments like this one.

Two sisters. A beautiful fall day. A few pumpkins. Old stories being told one more time.

I’m trying to pay attention.

Because someday, these ordinary moments will be the ones I’d give anything to have back. ❤️

Maybe that’s the trick—not saving time, but noticing it while we have it.

FamilyStories GratefulForToday

08/25/2026

08/24/2026

Bags packed. Wonder mode: on. ✈️✨
I’m ready for my next adventure—what’s yours?

04/20/2026

Alright—this is a great message, it just needs a little polish so it lands without sounding like a lecture from the dugout. Here are two options depending on how sharp you want it:

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Version 1 — Balanced (cheeky but grounded):

Let’s be honest…
If there’s even the slightest chance your kid makes it to the pros, the character you build now will matter more than the swing, the arm, or the stats.

Because talent might get them there—but character is what keeps it from all going sideways.

At some point, they’ll get hit with a tidal wave—attention, praise, opportunity… and yes, plenty of people who suddenly become their “biggest fans.”

Some are real. Some… not so much.

If they don’t know how to stay grounded, keep perspective, celebrate the wins without believing their own hype, and take the losses without falling apart… well, that story doesn’t usually end great.

We’ve all seen that movie.

So while we’re chasing wins this week—
we’re also building humans who can actually handle them.



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Version 2 — A little sharper, more cheeky:

Hot take for the week…

If your kid has even a remote shot at going pro, the most important thing you’re building right now isn’t their batting average—it’s their character.

Because if they make it, they’re not just getting a contract…
they’re getting a tidal wave of attention, praise, pressure, and a whole lot of people who suddenly “believe in them.”

(Spoiler: not all of them do.)

If they don’t know how to stay grounded, handle success, and learn from failure—
they won’t just struggle… they’ll be the next “what happened to him?” story.

And nobody signs up for that.

So yes, let’s go win some games—
but let’s also make sure we’re raising kids who can handle winning.

Perspective YouthSports PlayTheLongGame

04/20/2026

We had an amazing weekend watching our grandson play ball, with our son coaching his team. They’re an independent group competing against teams with paid coaches and big budgets—and they came out on top, winning the tournament. Our grandson was named MVP, which is incredible.

But honestly, that’s not what I’m proudest of.

It hasn’t been an easy road to get here. The early years were tough—full of disappointing losses and plenty of second-guessing. There were moments when they wondered if they’d made the wrong choice by going up against established clubs with more resources and experience. But they stuck with it, kept working, and believed in what they were building.

I’m proud of a group of dads who decided that “select ball” didn’t have to mean expensive coaching or breaking the bank. They’ve built something that values hard work, growth, and respect—teaching these young players not just how to compete, but how to carry themselves. Winning matters, but so does being able to shake hands and genuinely congratulate someone who beats you fair and square.

The reality is, most of these kids won’t play high school ball. Most high school players won’t play in college. And most college players won’t go pro. But every one of them will grow up to be men—with careers, families, and communities. The character they build now will matter far more than how well they can swing a bat.

That’s why what these coaches are doing matters.

A tough contrast came at the end: the runner-up team chose not to stay for the ring ceremony. We were told that’s typical for them. It’s a reminder that talent and resources aren’t everything. Parents and coaches alike should be focused on teaching lessons that last far beyond the field.

Proud of this team. Proud of these boys. And especially proud of the men helping shape who they’ll become.

04/09/2026

This project was a true transformation and one I’m incredibly proud to have been part of.

The goal was to reimagine a dark weekend lake house into a bright, spacious full-time home—one that truly celebrates its beautiful lakefront setting and supports the way this family lives day to day.

I developed the original space plan and exterior elevations, reworking the layout to improve flow, functionality, and a stronger visual and functional connection to the lake while creating a more elevated architectural presence.

Projects like this reinforce that great outcomes depend not just on design, but on strong communication, clear expectations, and alignment between everyone involved.

I’m especially grateful to have worked alongside Ricky Atkeisson of Triple S Construction, who led the project from demo through exterior finishes and completed the foundational interior work that set the stage for the finished home.

I hope to share interior photos soon. While I wasn’t involved in the final finish and cabinetry selections, I look forward to highlighting the completed home and giving full credit to those who contributed to that phase.