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Maire Cate I have looked at that GH skirt many times online… the only thing stopping me is the fact that if this retirement gig doesn’t suit me at any point I could open a black skirt store 🙄
Looking at all the colors together though, i think I like the navy one best— it’s a good shade of navy and would round out my navy / yellow / white group for a short trip….
First, you are adorable and can likely wear just about anything and look good! My thoughts really echo what has already been said:
Outfit 1 - great pants and they seem like they can go dressy casual to dressy with the change of a top and shoes. I would like to see it with other options if you are still willing to play dress up :).
Outfit 2 - agree you can probably go down a size in the pants or see what other options are already in your closet. The top and jacket look great and are very versatile.
Outfit 3 - not my favorite but mainly because I'm projecting my "I'm too short for that" narrative onto it. It is a cool boho look and you can pull it off. I wonder if a little snugger tee would balance the flowy nature of the skirt a bit better?
Looking forward to more pics!
*As an aside, I had a pair of comfy olive green cargo like pants from the xcvi brand that SueB shared that I wore non-stop when I was writing my dissertation in 2003 (before the big athleisure explosion). Even dubbed them my "dissertation pants" and they were a vital part of my writing process. My only regret is that I did not thank them for their service in my acknowldegements section, ha ha!
Congratulations! It's a great house and I'm sure it's rewarding to know a wonderful new family will be making their own memories there.
Your parents had a nice house, love the stone! Glad everything worked out for you and the new family who bought it.
Glad that everything went so well for you. I love your mother's home, and it's wonderful that it sold so quickly.
Olychick I too am conflcted about such a final step but also recognize it as individual’s own choice to end their life.
Selfishly, I’d like any person who would make a goose raincoat to remain on the planet as long as possible just to elevate the tone of the rest of the population.
Thought I would post a little update. My friend passed on around 9 am Monday. Later that afternoon and evening, her kids had a gathering for friends (no family but themselves in the area), which was really nice. I was able to stay a little after others left and they talked about how it all went for their mom. Apparently, there is a group of volunteers who help with the process for Death with Dignity. They attended the mom, helped with the preparation of the solution she was to drink, gave some tips to the family about what to bring to make it more palatable. They talked to her about her options to change her mind with no judgements from anyone. She was resolute and passed quickly and without any appearance of distress, which was so nice for her family.
It was wonderful to be able to talk with her kids and let them process the day. It was a wonderful gathering with lots of tears and laughter and good stories to share. She had said goodbye to most of us at the gathering, so I think we all were at peace.
Thank you again for letting me process this here. Lots of good thoughts and words, which really helped me.
Thank you for sharing this experience with all of us. Years ago, when I had to put my mom in a nursing home, and I came fact-to-face with people who were essentially gone in all meaningful ways, but being kept alive, I really began to think about my own last days. Your friend's mother did such a brave thing, and her children showed her the greatest love by honoring her wishes.
Ha, Ruby, it is literally the same Lee sofa we have, except in different upholstery. (The one we have is about 10 years old.) It’s not here yet but this is the model. Fabric is actually similar to this pic, kind of a taupey greenish hard-to-describe color.
BTW, I did find this, which seems very similar to what I had seen on the HW video.
The colors don’t work for me and I know nothing about this company? But they look cute!
I didn’t leave a gift basket type of thing, but I did leave toilet paper in all of the bathrooms, a roll of paper towels in the kitchen, a binder with all of the appliance booklets, the original floor plans and a list of web sites for local utilities, including the trash pick-up day. My buyers weren’t moving in right away either, so I didn’t want to leave any food or drink that might go bad. Oh, and I left a box with extra fittings for various things around the house and extra light bulbs.
So adorable! You do such lovely work.
Thank you, Annie.
Lovely!
First in the second row and last in the bottom row. Ditto on verifying no odors. Are you open to similar bags that are new?
I like the one on the bottom left corner and the one next to it to the right - both with horizontal stripes.
So these WERE the top 3 contenders:
Bottom Left, Radley London bag, an inch too large both height and width but still a contender of nothing else pops up
Bottom Right, Kate Spade, already sold :( (It was perfect now that I can’t have it!)
Second Row far right, Nine West, have inquired about dimensions and no answer for 24 hrs so I probably won’t get one.
Congratulations and I just love that you like the new owners! The couple who bought our previous home have stayed in touch and bring their little ones around every Halloween for trick or treating in our new neighborhood. Something very comforting in knowing your much loved home is still loved by the new owners.
ETA: And LOVE the wallpaper! I think I had a mini dress made of a similar fabric back in the day.
What nice karma to have people you like as the new owners of your family home. I'm happy for you.
The design is giving me contact paper vibes! My sister had wallpaper in her room in a very similar pattern, but royal blue, lime and purple. Ahh, the things parents put up with!
Congrats on the sale!
Caftan that I really like. Inspired by the wallpaper?
I had a piece of art framed by Framebridge in one of their burled wood frames and I love it. Really like your photos and the arrangement is great! I had no idea they offered that service and the price is quite reasonable. Can't wait to see the installation.
Yes, I sent my artwork to them and they returned it matted and framed. Can't remember the details exactly but I believe they sent the packaging to me to send the artwork to them.
This is another Iceland view taken while driving - DD1
This is a blue passionflower in Belize - DD2
This is an arch near the Colosseum in Rome - me
This is a natural bridge in Iceland’s Snaefellsnes peninsula - me
This is a bridge in Bosnia - DH
Much easier to see! Thanks. I have not sorted through our photos but they are mostly in albums for better or for worse.
No other major network has been successfully sued for knowingly and repeatedly lying about a major news story. That's the difference between FOX and the other major players.
Beautiful - well done!!
It’s so good! Now you get to enjoy it.
It is so on trend, but the vanity makes it just a little bit different. I love the rug you chose and hope you post when that is in.I might add some bamboo blinds to the windows in a light color like your vanity.
Love it!!!
I looked at that purse on Amazon and it's very cute, alas too small for me. I bought this one recently off of Etsy.
Hope this doesn’t scare anyone…my snake pendant. Pave diamonds with a pink sapphire eye, can’t really tell from the pic.
Cool. That is a subtle snake! I have this mirror and everyone thinks it is snakes.
the “dolphins” embellishing these mirrors are not your typical Flipperesque variety. The first English explorers named the large fish they observed patrolling the waters off the eastern coast of North America “dolphins”, thus causing centuries of confusion with the better-known marine mammal.
See Gucci ouroboros...
I hesitate to have things sitting in a workroom somewhere before they are ready to use it
I thought the same thing.
I sent them pics showing how much yardage they sent. They sent what was clearly an autogenerated autoreply offering me 15% off. Umm, I am missing half my yardage.
Note to self - next time you buy anything from SnL, email them to complain. Send a photo of your dog. They will automatically send you a 15% refund.
Update - they are sending all new yardage, free of course, 2-day Fedex, and a label to return the incorrect yardage. Whew.
@mtnrdredux_gw, The wall color is as seen in the picture above the bench. It looks lighter and less orange IRL. @rubyclaire, the room is a sea of brown with brown cabinets, brown floor, light brown roller blinds and cream counters.
I have a few lighter colors in MZ Wallace and my sister has one of the older pale pinks in the exact style above-- she travels with it a fair amount and it is still looking great. It IS washable which helps, i think.
Mtn.. I agree, I need that sweater!
And Rubyclaire, I love how you think-- that was exactly my thought, I need the magnet for fall and the mushroom for spring summer! I'd have to travel a bit more to justify that but I think that is my plan.
I was concerned that the magnet was too close to but not the black in the trim. I really don't want a black bag. Glad many of you think the magnet is fine too.
PS.. I also think I need a second crossbody sling in the mushroom color. It wasn't available when I got mine. :(
I like both colors so I vote yes to both. They complement the gifted bag beautifully. And what a nice sister you have!
Love these umbrellas for their good looks and good functionality. Not super lightweight but sturdy!
A Siamese umbrella.
Fascinating obit about conjoined twins in yesterday's NYT.
I saw this umbrella referred to as a conjoined umbrella and thought about that article.
I actually thought I was looking at a hair salon set up! I do love the fireplace and cabinetry situation at the end, however. Very nice.
Yes, I know what you said in your OP … I agree. Different materials would’ve been better in my mind, too. :)
But if I were able to move plumbing and such, I would have tried to keep the windows more open somehow … maybe a tub under the windows and vanity somewhere else. I’m never one who needs two sinks, which every house of mine has had, so could easily plan for one sink and mirror. Currently, the sink on my side is rarely used, we both use his side. I’d prefer more counter space there instead.
I was holding off saying anything because I really don't care for it . Then I saw Jilly 's comment and I felt vindicated. ((I really don't like it. And I may be some hick from BrooklyntoNJtoPa so what do I know)..
I did very much enjoy the forensic decorating!
I have heard good things about the Quince copycats but I think I am committed on the Away path since my sister kickstarted my way.
I was looking at the Everywhere bag but I think I want an mz wallace bag... I like the clay pink with the magnet, black and mushroom. I just need to pick a color and see what I find. For the coming trip, I have a tote or a backpack I can use.
@rubyclaire You are right. I mis-read the chart. I am proof that one cannot multi-task well. I’m going to delete my comment to prevent anyone else from getting confused by my error.
I kind of agree with you about Quince copying everything. When I first started looking at the site about a year ago, I was looking for linen clothing. They primarily had clothing then. Now they have clothing, home goods, suitcases, leather goods, and so on. I’m expecting furniture to be on the site soon!
I’ll make room on the bench for you, RubyClaire 😎
(Somehow my alarms have been set for the oddest concerns!)
In case any of you ever get an itch to disassemble a hat, this was fast and easy. I didn't use standard hot glue. My hot glue is for heavy duty projects, not arts and crafts. It all appears to be pretty sturdy.
The last photo is a closeup of the seam and glue.
I'm actually trying to ween myself off of beauty and fashion influencers as I get "influenced" to try things that are just not in my comfort zone. I'm looking at you puffed sleeves. Anyway, I am still following Susie Wright and really like her (although the more popular she has become over the years has meant the content has become more sponsored and I get it but...). She is primarily on IG and her own website. If you haven't checked her out, you may find her style and attitude appealing:
I think we do. I just think as mothers, we identify a bit more with our role as mom's and how we would feel in the same situation.
In record time, too.
And the Great Houzmaster sayeth to the lowly, ”Thou shalt not tout the rich and powerful Bezoar but thou mayest not diss Him, either.”
Kswl, lol yep so true!
Would any of these work?
Your balcony is going to be so cozy .... a great place for a light meal or cocktails!
I really like the turquoise Sophie chair Sue shared if it is in the same tonal range of the cushions. I also like the metal chairs if you can find some that are comfy enough -- 3rd choice would be the teak.
My 2nd choice for tablecloth is the stripes-- which is very surprising because I typically go for a floral. I think the vibe of the florals arent playing well with the pattern on the seat cushions.
You didn't offer this as an option so maybe you have already excluded it-- but what about a Schumacher Lemon Garden tablecloth? NM has a 90" round ... didnt look on etsy but I imagine you could find one there too.
ETA: oh. It isn't coated. My mistake.
Ooohhhh... those are beautiful pillows, Rubyclaire!
Mtn, you can't go wrong with the stripe, but I do like the pineapple/bird. I think it picks up the warm tones in the furniture better.
Yeah, I love it when there’s a floorplan. The realtor’s photographer has created one but it’s not quite right. Presumably it can be corrected and if so I’ll have it included. It’s not all that common around here. It’s the kind of place where a floorplan would be helpful. I have one picture of the lake/dock from a distance but trust me when I say it’s better not to have photos of a non-beachy waterfront.
Have a great day!!
Thank you all! I had a nice day! ❤️😎
I won't be celebrating until Friday but then I am a Birthday WEEK kind of gal!
I hope your day was filled with love and joy!
Paris is my favorite city. I grant you permission to go😉. Hotel gal here, so I can’t help, but when youre ready, I’ll be here with restaurants, etc.
Am also going next Spring- solo for at least 10 days. Friends have offered to join and have been politely declined.
I agree with you about all urban cities are changing.
Two different types of vacations going or being.
- Going to Japan - lots of things on my list
- Being in Paris - light list of more obscure places
Both trips have value while the experiences are vastly different.
Two different types of vacations: going or being.
I love that line, Spanish!
I have the Verturo Plus machine and love it. I drink a couple of cups of coffee in the morning only and drink mine black. So much better than my Cuisinart drip and Peet's ground coffee situation. I am not a coffee connoisseur but there is something extremely satisfying about my Nespresso Bianco Forte coffee in the morning. Total convert. I recycle my pods by shipping them back to Nespresso but am aware that probably just makes me feel a little better about my environmental impact. I am also aware this is having a financial impact on my wallet but, for now, I don't care because I so love it.
We have the Nespresso Mini. It uses the original pods. Bought it as a bundle. The frother lasted about a year. I replaced it with a frother I found on Amazon.
I drink 2 lattes every morning. My husband drinks his black. He likes the crema.
https://www.nespresso.com/us/en/order/machines/original/nespresso-essenza-mini-d30-ruby-red-bundle?
We recycle the pods after emptying out the grounds that get added to our compost bin.
I have been very happy with my Vertuo Plus. Family and friends who visit like it, too! Makes great coffee!