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Across the Fence:  Finally! A bedroom where I feel peaceful!  |
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
 Posted - Mar 12 2012 : 10:31:35 AM
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I spent most of last weekend cleaning for "spring" and ended up taking out all the clutter in our room that has accumulated, well, since Violet was born. When we don't have room for it, but don't want to give it away, it ends up in the study or in our bedroom, both of which have become unbearable to me and neither are placed I enjoy being. Even though I didn't set out to do it, I purged, purged, purged and now the bedroom is what I've always wanted--I even took out linens from my closet that were in the "too good to use right now" pile, or the "wait until you get things perfect" pile because the tornadoes hit close to home for me, both literally and figuratively. I'm using stuff now instead of holding onto it for another day that might not ever come.
Here is my finished product--moved some stuff around, rearranged pictures on the shelf. Even hung a picture I bought from Miss Wilma several years ago and never "loved" where I put it--NOW it's in its rightful spot. In the last two pictures, you can see my "Finn" wall, as well as the sweet family of bunnies that Frannie (our farmigirl in Texas) made that I love so very much.
"Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
Edited by - FebruaryViolet on Mar 13 2012 06:24:01 AM |
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sonshine4u
Chapter Guru
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April
New Prague
MN
USA
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Posted - Mar 12 2012 : 10:50:51 AM
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I love it! It seems very peaceful. You are so right about using what you have now instead of waiting for some "perfect time." You feel so inspired and refreshed when you do use those things don't you! I think I need to go and do the same! Why wait...seize the day!
Thanks for the inspiration!
~April :)
Playing in the Sonshine
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GirlwithHook
True Blue Farmgirl
922 Posts
Alyce
Madison
WI
USA
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Posted - Mar 12 2012 : 11:11:23 AM
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Oh pretty!
A hook, a book, and a good cup of coffee.... |
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
Posted - Mar 12 2012 : 11:11:29 AM
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Thanks, April--it really makes me feel like I "want" to be there, now--before, it was just full of clothes and things I really just kept putting off finding things for. Now, you can dance in our room the floor is so free of clutter!
It's been really nice reading bedtime stories to our little one in the bed--I can focus on the story as opposed to looking off the foot of the bed and thinking, "what a mess! What if there was a fire?!"
Glad to inspire--can't wait to see your "haven"!
"Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
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Simple Living
True Blue Farmgirl
1402 Posts
Joan
Staten Island
NY
USA
1402 Posts |
Posted - Mar 12 2012 : 11:12:30 AM
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Very very calming Jonni
Happy Trails
Farmgirl 3842 |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
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Posted - Mar 12 2012 : 11:17:43 AM
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Looks soothing and relaxing. I love the pictures and nic-nacs. Nice!
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6583 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
6583 Posts |
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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
3259 Posts
Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
3259 Posts |
Posted - Mar 12 2012 : 12:04:12 PM
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Very pretty Jonni!
Good for you- its such a great feeling isnt it? And kudos to you for using the "too good" items that we all tend to pack away!
There is no time like the present,for none of us know how long our future is.
Blessings!
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
Farmgirl Sister#1403
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.. |
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Joey
True Blue Farmgirl
1868 Posts
Joey
Gulf Coast
FL
USA
1868 Posts |
Posted - Mar 12 2012 : 1:40:00 PM
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Makes me want to lie down for a nap. Peaceful, comfortable room. Joey
Well behaved women rarely make history. |
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FARMALLChick
True Blue Farmgirl
978 Posts
Lora
Alexandria
IN
USA
978 Posts |
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
1854 Posts
Megan
Wisconsin
1854 Posts |
Posted - Mar 12 2012 : 7:40:07 PM
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Jonni, I think I'd definitely be relaxed in your room! Enjoy the new space!
God's and Farmgirl's Blessings,
Megan
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal.
The dictionary is the only place where success comes before work. |
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Amie C.
True Blue Farmgirl
2099 Posts
Finger Lakes Region
NY
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Posted - Mar 12 2012 : 8:36:24 PM
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| So pretty! Everytime I see your house in the background of a Violet picture I notice how lovely it looks. A happy house for a happy family. |
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jan49829
True Blue Farmgirl
2428 Posts
Janet
Winter Haven
Florida
USA
2428 Posts |
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
Posted - Mar 13 2012 : 06:22:29 AM
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@Amie, that's one of the nicest compliments anyone has ever given me. Thank you for that--It's not always perfect, but I do try to make home a welcome place for our little clan.
Thanks for the compliments, girls--it really is a place I love being and I've gotten better sleep than I have in some time. I think what they say is true about your bedroom being a place where serenity sets up house. I know that if I had a tv or anything else in there other than books, I'd never rest. Justin (my dh) has been working about 60 hours a week and is exhausted most of the time--he told me that on the drive home, he thinks about that bedroom longingly, now that I've made it so nice to come home to. And, he's been really good about putting his clothes IN the hamper, which also helps ;)
"Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13618 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13618 Posts |
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pinkroses
True Blue Farmgirl
2350 Posts
Sheila
Virginia
USA
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LuckyMommyof5
True Blue Farmgirl
500 Posts
Suzanne
OH
USA
500 Posts |
Posted - Mar 14 2012 : 10:37:17 AM
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Beautiful pictures, Jonni - everything looks wonderful. You've totally inspired me - I'm going to try and tackle our bedroom this weekend!
Farmgirl Sister #3243
"The real things haven't changed. It is still best to be honest and truthful; to make the most of what we have; to be happy with simple pleasures; and have courage when things go wrong." - Laura Ingalls Wilder |
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
Posted - Mar 14 2012 : 10:43:23 AM
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Thanks so much, Suzanne--it's still refreshing, each and every day I walk in that room since I've tackled it. It feels really nice to have a "space" that's not cluttered by three year old's toys, or my husband's airplane modelling magazines (or planes in various construction). It's just a really nice, peaceful place--one that I can call my own (even though I allow my dh to sleep there, too ;))
"Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
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knitnpickinatune
True Blue Farmgirl
1140 Posts
Sherrie
Gardena
California
USA
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rough start farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3331 Posts
marianne
The Beautiful Pacific NW
Washington State
USA
3331 Posts |
Posted - Mar 14 2012 : 9:05:32 PM
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I hope I caught some of your energy! You room looks beautiful
marianne |
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Across the Fence: Finally! A bedroom where I feel peaceful! |
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Finally! A bedroom where I feel peaceful!
