House Update

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /> <br /> <span style="color: red;"></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: red;"><span style="color: red;"><span style="background-color: white;">Well It's 2 1/2 weeks later and I'm still chugging along. No single room is <span style="color: red;">finished</span> yet. I'm hoping to give you some pictures by this weekend. I'm having a little housewarming party come Sunday<span style="color: black;"> </span><span style="color: red;">afternoon. I can't wait to have a few friends over to finally make it feel like home.</span></span></span></span></span><br /> <br /> <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">Talk To You Soon,</span><br /> <br /> <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">Valerie</span></div>

House Update

Well It's 2 1/2 weeks later and I'm still chugging along. No single room is finished yet. I'm hoping to give you some picture...

Blood Red Bathroom

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TTojNrf_SWI/AAAAAAAAAn8/d88hH2t7Lp4/s1600/DSCN0745.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TTojNrf_SWI/AAAAAAAAAn8/d88hH2t7Lp4/s320/DSCN0745.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> <span></span><br /> <br /> <br /> <span><span style="background-color: red;"></span></span><br /> <span></span> <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">This is the easiest way to let you see it. The red paint on the walls bled. Now this is how I got the bathroom and I can't believe the lady who lived here for 4 years did nothing about it! Hmm.... Just thought I would show you what I was dealing with.</span><br /> <div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">Back to work, back to work.</span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">I can't wait to share I just have to finish one room first.</span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">I'm Going To Love My New Bathroom,</span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><span style="color: red; font-size: large;"><br /> Valerie</span><br /> </div>

Blood Red Bathroom

This is the easiest way to let you see it. The red paint on the walls bled. Now this is how I got the bathroom and I can't believ...

What's In A Name Anyway ?

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span style="background-color: red;"></span><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TTCh3M8bAcI/AAAAAAAAAnA/voFWUwJoq4Q/s1600/iced-cappuccino-sl-257510-l.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TTCh3M8bAcI/AAAAAAAAAnA/voFWUwJoq4Q/s1600/iced-cappuccino-sl-257510-l.jpg" /></a></div><span style="background-color: red;"></span><br /> <span style="background-color: red;"></span><span style="color: red; font-size: large;">I've been a super busy beaver this weekend painting away. In fact, I have painted so much I'm not really sure that I want to paint again anytime soon. For those of you who know me will say something like this, right Valerie that will last like maybe two weeks right? Well probably, maybe, definitely! </span><br /> <span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">I am up to my ears in paint. Yesterday afternoon while sitting on the couch visiting with a new friend something kept bothering me. My new friend kept saying "I love your new house! The colors are great! What is this like a cappuccino color?" Um yes I said! Cappuccino and Cranberry! There we have it the new name of my little cottage was born... The Cappuccino and Cranberry Cottage! Such a delightful little name for such an adorable little home for my babies and me. Where many new memories are about to be made. I have my very own Cappuccino and Cranberry Cottage! </span><br /> <br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TTClTAuAXAI/AAAAAAAAAnM/Dp13eJT-nEw/s1600/sm+cranberry+heart.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TTClTAuAXAI/AAAAAAAAAnM/Dp13eJT-nEw/s1600/sm+cranberry+heart.jpg" /></a></div><br /> <br /> <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">I think my new home is just begging for a cranberry wreath!</span><br /> <br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TTCkjNHgJuI/AAAAAAAAAnI/Im4D23l1CYY/s1600/39187-cranberries.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="250" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TTCkjNHgJuI/AAAAAAAAAnI/Im4D23l1CYY/s320/39187-cranberries.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /> <br /> <br /> <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">Now I have snuck away from the painting for long enough. I will check back in soon and start sharing my new pic.'s. </span><br /> <span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">Until then I encourage you to name your home. It is a big part of who you are.</span><br /> <span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">In the Meantime...</span><br /> <span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">I'm Loving My New Home,</span><br /> <span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">Valerie  </span><br /> <span style="background-color: red;"></span></div>

What's In A Name Anyway ?

I've been a super busy beaver this weekend painting away. In fact, I have painted so much I'm not really sure that I want to paint...

Have You Ever Seen A Kitchen Quite Like This?

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: red; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">I've been thinking...What in the world am I going to do with this kitchen?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: red; text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TSo2zuIavsI/AAAAAAAAAm8/3LDT7u_OO1I/s1600/DSCN0747.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TSo2zuIavsI/AAAAAAAAAm8/3LDT7u_OO1I/s320/DSCN0747.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: red; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">I'm definitely going to paint the walls! How about antiquing the cabinets? I think I'll paint the drawers. It definitely needs a vent hood.  A plate rack never fails you! Give me a week or two and let's see what I come up with.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> </div></div>

Have You Ever Seen A Kitchen Quite Like This?

I've been thinking...What in the world am I going to do with this kitchen? I'm definitely going to paint the walls! How about ant...

Daydreaming on Tuesday

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TSEGLh5nsUI/AAAAAAAAAlM/G1PMLRuLiuY/s1600/images.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TSEGLh5nsUI/AAAAAAAAAlM/G1PMLRuLiuY/s1600/images.jpeg" /></a></div><br /> <br /> <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">I'm just so excited about moving next weekend and starting my new life that I'm having a hard time concentrating.</span><br /> <span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">The front porch is just begging for a swing. </span><br /> <span style="color: red;"> </span><br /> <span style="color: red;"> </span><br /> <span style="color: red;">                                               </span><br /> <span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Good things happen on porch swings!</span></span></span><br /> <span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">  </span></span><br /> <span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">First kisses, last kisses, make-ups, and break-ups. Spending time with family, visiting with neighbors and beloved friends.</span></span><br /> <br /> <span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">I wonder which one  I should choose. Pink glider or red swing? Hmm... How about both? One in the front and one in the back?</span></span><br /> <span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span><br /> <span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">I'll let you know once I figure it out.</span></span><br /> <br /> <span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">It is Winter after all!</span></span><br /> <span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span><br /> <span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">I'm really dreaming about Spring.</span></span><br /> <br /> <span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">We'll talk soon.</span></span><br /> <br /> <br /> <span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span><br /> <span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">I'm Loving My Heart and Home,</span></span><br /> <br /> <span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">Valerie </span></span>

Daydreaming on Tuesday

I'm just so excited about moving next weekend and starting my new life that I'm having a hard time concentrating. The front por...

New Year, New Cottage

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TSDv66VPj9I/AAAAAAAAAk4/CfcisQCUgKI/s1600/DSCN0752.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TSDv66VPj9I/AAAAAAAAAk4/CfcisQCUgKI/s320/DSCN0752.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> <div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">I can't believe it's already come and gone. Another year gone by.</span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">With a new year comes a new house for me.</span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">Just a quaint little cottage for me and all my babies.</span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">It will be a start of a new life and a new dream.</span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">I wanna share with you everything right from the beginning...</span></div><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TSDw4TLv7nI/AAAAAAAAAk8/_eFgXVC8-Tk/s1600/DSCN0740.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TSDw4TLv7nI/AAAAAAAAAk8/_eFgXVC8-Tk/s320/DSCN0740.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> <div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">My mom and I toured it while the current lady is still working on moving out. This is the living room.</span></div><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TSDxymqsrnI/AAAAAAAAAlA/-sYd3hNXI8g/s1600/DSCN0746.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TSDxymqsrnI/AAAAAAAAAlA/-sYd3hNXI8g/s320/DSCN0746.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>                                              <br /> <div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">This is the dining area...</span></div><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TSDyT0H5nHI/AAAAAAAAAlE/2cK9vTLsuyc/s1600/DSCN0743.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TSDyT0H5nHI/AAAAAAAAAlE/2cK9vTLsuyc/s320/DSCN0743.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>                                    <br /> <div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">And this is one bedroom. How do you like those curtains?</span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">Now that's a quick sneak peek.</span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">As you can see I have my work cut out for me.</span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">Lots and lots and lots of things to do.</span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">I hope ya'll come back often and help me turn this little house into my new cottage-style home.</span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">Toodaloo for now.</span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">I'm Going To Be Loving My New Home,</span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">Valerie</span></div>

New Year, New Cottage

I can't believe it's already come and gone. Another year gone by. With a new year comes a new house for me. Just a quaint little ...

Happy New Year

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TR8nNMxVzmI/AAAAAAAAAks/wdoxOXzZcAQ/s1600/new-year-glittering-pictures.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_C5jFqAR1wt0/TR8nNMxVzmI/AAAAAAAAAks/wdoxOXzZcAQ/s320/new-year-glittering-pictures.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">A special Happy New Year to you and yours! I'm so excited about all that this new year has to offer. With so many new opportunities and things to celebrate  I can't wait to get to know you all.</span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">I'm Loving My Heart and Home,</span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></div><div style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;">Valerie</span></div>

Happy New Year

A special Happy New Year to you and yours! I'm so excited about all that this new year has to offer. With so many new opportunities...