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Saturday, March 10, 2012

OCEAN DREAMS

 



It is no surprise to my readers that this girl loves the ocean!! Living in California I am very fortunate to live close enough to go on day trips, or weekend trips to beautiful places like Carmel California.

But, living in California is another reason I will not be buying a beach house. I spent my millions on other things like food, shelter and clothing.


Seriously, I do love the ocean and all it has to offer. As soon as I see the Monterey bay I take a deep sigh, and my breathing slows down, and I immediately relax.


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Even though I know I will never live in a beach house in Carmel/Monterey  I still love to dream about owning one. I actually have a pinboard on Pinterest called Beach Elegance.

I love a bit of casual elegance in my designs so when I see a room that would fit  a beach home that has a touch of elegance, yet is comfortable and inviting, I do what any good pinner would do, I PIN it!!

Shall we go to my pretend beach house in Carmel/Monterey by the sea with it’s view of the Pacific ocean?

Welcome to my home, it is named….. 
“Dream Come True.” 


I have lots of hats on my hat rack just in case you forgot yours.


I think we could all enjoy relaxing in this family room.The only thing I would probably not have pictured is the coral throws and lobster pillows, that is just one step to far for me personally.


What a great way to slip a chair, a billowy soft sheer fabric.



The living room is still relaxed and comfy. This is one of my all time favorite rooms. The only thing I would change is to have a whole wall of windows to see the view better. I probably would not have any window treatments either, I love an open window!!

I will fix you wonderful meals in my nice open kitchen. I can see the ocean right outside the kitchen window over the sink. I will actually enjoy doing the dishes with a view like this.











Can you imagine having breakfast here every morning, and looking out the French doors at the ocean




Shall we go down the hallway to the bedrooms?……..


Here is the guest room where you will be staying……


You have a nice deck outside the french doors to enjoy the ocean view.



Of course you have your own private bathroom that also enjoys  your deck.

Another guest room is available if you  like it better you can stay in here, it is your choice…….






I have a bunkhouse for the children, they just love bunkbeds.


The master bedroom is down its very own separate hallway on the first floor, all other rooms are upstairs so they have their own private quarters……


We have a fireplace in our room, and at the end of the room is a seating area  with two chaise lounges in front of the French doors overlooking the ocean.


We can sit out here and visit……

If you need to take a nap here is a comfy spot …….

I think it is time to go for a walk on the beach…….


Source: heidiclaire.blogspot.com via Kathy Sue on Pinterest

Right by the back door in the kitchen I have your beach bags all ready for a day on the beach, sun hats included!!



Oh look there is a shell!…….


It is starting to get dark, we should probably head back to the house.


Surprise! A little something for you to enjoy!!!!!







It will be warm tonight so be sure and leave your window open so you can hear the ocean waves. There is nothing that will give you a good nights sleep like the ocean waves…..



Sweet Dreams!

BTW: Do you like a casual beach look, elegant beach look, or a Kitschy/cutesy beach look for your beach house? Inquiring minds would like to know!!

 

Thursday, March 8, 2012

A Thankyou, A Surprise, and A New Bed!

 


THANKYOU

First I have to thank all of you for the wonderful comments you left me yesterday helping me celebrate my 42nd wedding anniversary. You all were so kind, and thoughtful in the comments that you left, thank you so very much!!!

A SURPRISE

  My sweet husband came home from work today, after working twelve hours, he stopped, and bought us a two person chocolate cake for dessert. I cooked him his favorite dinner, fried chicken!!

He had a little surprise for me.....

He had copied two of our wedding pictures, and had them folded together. When I opened them up out fell two pictures…….

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Can you believe the view? This will be what we see from our balcony.


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We will be able to see the view from our bed or the jacuzzi tub. 

He is taking me back to Carmel to celebrate our 42 years together.  Carmel is where we spent our honeymoon. What a guy, he is always surprising me with special trips like this!

I am going to ………..

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In Carmel by the Sea in California!


A NEW BED!


On another note we ordered our bed last Monday. It will be here in about 2 months. Ethan Allen finally has a picture of our bed. It is called the Alessandra bed. They picture it in a Queen size, but ours will be a Cal-King.


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They have theirs upholstered in a natural linen and ours will be in a cream colored linen. The wood has a distressing and a cream glazing that you can not see in this picture.


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I love the double welting around the edge of the wood.

To say I am excited, both about our little getaway, and the new bed is an understatement.

I will be going shopping today for some sheets and blankets.

Tuesday morning is having a sale on Peacock Alley blankets. I already have one of their cotton knit blankets and I love the quality, and the weight of the blanket.

Wish me luck!! I will let you know how I do!!

I am really …..

“Enjoying the Process!!”
 

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

He STILL........

 

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Today I am celebrating my love for the man I married 42 years ago. I have been in love with him for over 46 years.
How can time go by so fast? I remember the first time I saw him. I was drawn to his beautiful smile, and twinkly blue eyes. I later found out this gorgeous young man had a voice like an angel. One more thing that drew me in.
What I fell in love with was the man he was inside. A man that loved God, his family, and me.
He still…

1. Tells me he loves me daily.

2. He still looks at me with those blue eyes, and there is a  special twinkle that only belongs to me.

3. He tells me I am beautiful to him, even when I am not dressed up, or have my make-up on.(Now that has to be love!)

4. Puts me first above himself.

5. Loves me unconditionally.

6. Takes care of me.

7. Makes me feel cherished, and adored.

8. Cries with me when we hear a love song, or see a movie that is a love story.

9. Makes me feel I am his everything.

10. Tells me he still can’t believe I married him.

11. Makes me feel safe, secure, and cared for.

12. Makes me want to spend the rest of my life with him.

Yes, this is the man that I have had the privilege to call my husband for 42 years. I am still over the top in love with him.  I am a very blessed woman indeed.