is it really already monday again? i ought to try to write more frequently, not because you dear readers are anxiously awaiting posts about nothing, which is mostly what i write, but because it's hard to remember how and what we did all week. and i like to remember. even the nothings, sometimes especially the nothings. this first photo is what i've been looking at a lot, every chance i get. it's the view from my new room, one of the empty rooms i got when my kids left home.
here is one part of my new room, the organized part. you really don't want to see the messy part. i have been having so much fun gathering all the crafty creating things that were previously scattered throughout the house. now i get to keep them all in one place! my sewing machine, fabrics, yarn, needles, books, oh so many treasures. i am getting so inspired, this may turn into a craft blog. i love the light in this room, and i love the view.
it changes all the time, clouds come and go, fog too...
i've finished a couple projects for christmas, although i can't show them here, just in case. i never know if some people (my kids) are reading this. as soon as something comes off the needles, something else goes on , here is a new scarf i started this weekend, i've done half, about 30 inches so far. it's a simple lace pattern called "road not taken" from the book "a fine fleece".
we celebrated two birthdays on saturday. both my husband and grandson share the same day. travis turned nine (i can't believe i have a nine year old grandson) and my husband turned, well, he was 36 when trav was born. just in case i'm not supposed to say his age here. :)
they are two peas in a pod, these two. here they are a few years ago. travis requested blueberry pancakes for breakfast and my husband chocolate cake (not for breakfast silly). then we went out for lobster for dinner. and then ate the chocolate cake i baked. i am glad they had a good day. and i was really glad for lobster. happy birthday darlings.
still in my room, and now it's raining. after the birthday celebrating we quickly switched into christmas mode, the tree was collected in between rainstorms and it was time to decorate.
sadie bella decorating the tree. i love how kids put fourteen ornaments on one branch. :)
and some more of my room, that is the window that has the mountain view. and this is the loveseat i never want to get off of. it's hard to get a good photo, i should have waited for the morning. ah well. there are some things i need still, like a work table, a chair, a new sewing table since mine is really not a sewing table and it wobbles when i work. but i am really happy, i've waited a long time for my own space. and i really really love it.i hope your finding magic in the season where ever you are.
♥ lori
That is a beautiful room Lori, SO peace filled. I would just get so distracted by the mountains....ahhhh
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to your handsome boys too! No wonder Chuck is a happy wanderer, he is a Saggitarius! Love to all.xx♥
Oh Lori dear, I am commenting to you ALL the time, even if I`m not writing it down! Your room looks fabulous (have you read that book by Virginia Woolf, A room of her own?!!)and your view,...ahh!! You are such a gifted knitter, and I would love to peer into every corner and see what tools and materials and books you have hidden!
ReplyDeleteYour two boys are so handsome, as are all your girls, and your other two boys! And YOU! Happy birthday and LOTS of LOVE and Happiness!! To all of you! Geli
I love your special room and love the view from your room. I am jealous...but in a good happy for you way...your grandson and husband are adorable...sounds like a perfectly wonderful day for all of you...wish I lived near you so I could have you teach me to knit...blessings to you and yours...peace and joy, Lori
ReplyDeleteYeah. You got your creative room. I love having one. The best thing I ever had was my own shop. It was cold and drafty in the winter and steamy in the summer. The best thing about it was if I spilled wax, dirt, paint or anything else it was okay. I would stay out there all day creating. My next build is a green house though. I could stay in those all day too.
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ReplyDeletetoo sweet for words
Ah what a view! And your room looks so fab and festive!
ReplyDeleteLori - what a beautiful peaceful room with an enchanting view. Everyone deserves their own special space and sometimes we just have to wait for it. I - like you - was granted this privilege when the oldest daughter moved out (down the street!) Enjoy your sanctuary. And by the way, your family are gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteAw, beautiful room Lori it looks so clean and fresh and amazing.
ReplyDeleteSweet, warm and cosy room. Makes me want too stay in it as well. Have a happy and merry time ahead.
ReplyDeleteYou're going to love a room of your own, where you can spread your stuff, even close the door.
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Yes! your right Natsy! I wonder if Travis will be like that when he grows up too. And yes, distracting, i have been late for work more often than not now! love to you too.
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I've not read the book Geli, i will look for it! I am having so much fun playing in this room, it is like a magnet for me. thank you my dearest.
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lori, i would love to do just that, teach you to knit. i'm not sure how i'd be, as a teacher, but it is a passion so that ought to count for something. I can understand the room situation having had five children myself, i never thought i'd get this. i hope your space will come too.
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Coco, it's true, that's the best, you can leave out works in progress and not have to worry about it. it's thrilling. i would love a greenhouse too. maybe someday.
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Oh thank you kj. can you tell how excited i am?
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thanks Miranda, i never get tired of looking out that window! if we could climb on the roof, we could see the ocean too.
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thank you Lyn, it is indeed a privilege. i am so grateful and now that i've accepted the fact that my kids are out of the house, i've finally made use of this space. it sat empty for a long time.
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Sammi, it is making me really happy. all i want to do is play in my room!
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thank you 3yearshousewife! i will and i hope the same for you.
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Rosaria, that is the best part, the spreading out. projects don't have to be picked up and put away, it's so functional, i'm really loving it.
Now I'm intrigued with what you are whipping up for Christmas giving! Please show us the finished products ~ when it's appropriate.
ReplyDeleteThis room of yours ~ ah, it is perfection. The light is awesome and I know how much you enjoy spending time in it.
Enjoy this week, Ms. Lori!
Lori, your new room is beautiful and the view amazing, you seem to be living up very high, on a mountain maybe?
ReplyDeleteI love the scarf pattern.... I have the book too and the scarf is one I have on my list to knit .
Your boys are very cute and handsome!
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Wow, what a fantastic view you have from your room!
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ReplyDeleteI will definetly try for pictures! that is the best part isn't it? seeing the finished results!
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Hi Sally, we live at sea level and are sitting right between the ocean and those foothills. In a beautiful valley, but it is not N.Z. :)
i can't wait to do the scarf in a homespun yarn or Lorna's Lace which it calls for. I'm using a Rowan wool for this one. Isn't that a beautiful book?
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Des,
it's a beautiful place on the central coast,we're in a narrow valley between the mountains and the sea. We are happy here.
Oh, those pictures of your room are gorgeous! And sorry to prove you wrong, but some of us ARE anxiously waiting for you to blog more :)
ReplyDeleteLobster dinner and chocolate cake for dessert? I think I just found what I want my last meal to be. YUM.
Have a beautiful Monday!
Happy birthday to the birthday boys.
ReplyDeleteI love that room.
Love you.
Renee xoxoxo
looks a lovely calm and tranquil space to be in Lori, even if bits of it are messy!
ReplyDeleteLovely family pics as well of the birthday boys.
xx
I love reading that you are having such a happy time :)
ReplyDeleteI hope you do start to share some crafts here, I think that would be great. I used to potter a lot more that what I do now with a 5 year old. I still potter about, but in a different way.
Maybe you could teach us all some knitting skills :)
big love to you Lori
you are often in my thoughts and always in my heart.
x Ribbon
PS... your room looks fantastic :) x
ReplyDeletei love the all white feel of the room! i have a den of my own but don't use it too much because i painted it a grey/purple which now makes it look too dark. i really need to re-paint it! good luck with your room!
ReplyDeleteWe have a lot of birthdays too...all before and around Christmas...almost every weekend, Lori. We still need to switch to the Christmas mode...soon...soon...no tree yet! I love your "Road not taken" pattern. I think I will never take that road...no matter how beautiful the Robert Frost poem...(I think in life I may have taken the less traveled road...I think you do too!) xx
ReplyDeleteLori, it is obvious that you have a lot of simple, every day treasures that you keep close to your heart. A feeling I'm sure that no price tag could ever be attached. Here is a poem I wrote back in May that I think you may appreciate. It's called, Everyday Treasures.
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Another day over and more treasures for my heart,
That did not exist before this day had its start.
It’s amazing to me that they could even exist,
When I open my eyes and try not to resist.
A hug or a smile, a hand held with care.
A shoulder to cry on; all moments to share.
Often overlooked or even taken for granted,
Like seeds in a garden, one forgets they had planted.
The special people who will share in your pain,
Who will show you your worth and what you can gain.
Whose laughter is catching and fills you with joy,
Like a child at play with their favourite toy.
I have these treasures because you all helped me to see
The things that are important and what matters to me.
by Me!
I could have probably edited this to suit you in particular but nah, I think you'll get it! And yes, there is a speical anti-Scrooge clause, it's called the Santa Claus!
I love the view from your "new" room! Isn't it bitter-sweet when they leave and you have more room but a quieter house?
ReplyDeleteLove you tree and decorations. I am crocheting an afgan, but have yet to learn to knit. Hoping to take a class soon.
Happy Birthday to you men!
oh i love it, love the white, the chill out and creativeness of this room. Enjoy it you so deserve it! <3
ReplyDeleteThank you for your comment today, i always think of you when it is tough for me and you are so very much my guiding light.
Happy birthday to the boys :)
and love to you, always.
xxsm
I love your craftroom and the white atmosphere brings tranquility surrounded by your beautiful creations! I hope you enjoy your new corner with lots of inspiration and joy.
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday to your two babies! Oh, and please do share your craft things here...
I do anxiously await your posts...they always give me such perspective!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your room...would love to see any and all crafts you will share!
Glad you're enjoying Christmas time and birthdays, seeing your kids grow up and a new room, too.
ReplyDeleteIt's been too long since I visited your blog!
P.S. Just added you to my list of blogs on bloglines so I won't miss your posts and photos!
ReplyDeleteTracy, you are too cute and too kind, thank you dear.
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Renee,
I love your card. Thank you. XXX
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Thanks Mandy, I'm having fun fixing it up! it's definetly a work in progress and a labor of love.
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dearheart Ribbon,
i feel the same way about you. could we figure out a way to have online lessons? :)
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Kavita (mrs.) :) now that you are taking a blog break, maybe you can work on your space? paint makes such a difference!(although i love deep colors too)
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Oh Cynthia, we have another birthday coming up this weekend too, my youngest. It's an awful lot at Christmas isn't it? perhaps you'll take up knitting someday?
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Bogey, see? there you did it! made my day. That is a lovely poem, i love it...and the subject too. Thank you my friend.
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Thanks Nancy,
You'll pick up knitting in no time, it's a great craft, i wish we were closer so i could help you. Have fun with it!
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Michelle, i'm hugging you from here. I'm glad you wrote it all out, you are not alone. The rooms been so much fun, gathering things little by little, I hope you are finding time to create dear.
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dear Mina,
you are so inspiring, thank you for your always kind words.
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Diana, thank you, it's so nice to hear that maybe more crafts will be appreciated!
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Tina,
you are the exact inspiration i need. thank you so much for popping in! i'll be following you too!
happy birthday chuck and travis! wow - that room is just gorgeous!! The view, the sun light, the seat, the festive lights.. I do look forward to your weekly updates!
ReplyDeleteThat's one lovely view you have. Just gorgeous. And scrolling down this first blog page, I see you're a wonderful photographer.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for stopping by my blog to enter the giveaway, the other day. I hope you'll return again soon.
Happy birthday to those two men of yours. :)
happy birthday Chuck and Travis!! and i love your room - i am sure it will be a hive of creative industry and look forward to seeing the many works emerging. that view is awesome too. how lovely to be able to picture where you are :-)
ReplyDeleteLovely room and even festive for the holiday...I know the new year will find you there...a lot!
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