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Sunday, May 9, 2010

~On the Move~


Hi! Everyone, it seems like for ever since I've posted... Gary and I have been busy packing up the house. We bought another home and will be renting out our sweet cottage. I do love this home, but with the housing market at a low we felt it a wonderful opportunity to purchase another cottage.
We will be closing escrow this week and will start the move on Thursday.
I have been reading your posts and have tried to leave as many comments as possible. So if I have not left you one, please know I am still here and I have been reading and trying to keep up with you all.
Packing takes for ever and I have so many things, honestly its a bit embarrassing!.
Gary and I have moved so many times in our life, and that's a bit embarrassing too. Really it is, all our family and friends who have know us our entire married life always say "so long are you going to live here!" we just laugh!
Gary and I have always loved to fix up homes, but we keep moving into them.  Since we are all family here, I will tell you what number this new home will make it will be  Cottage #12, yes its true we have owned 11 homes and this will be #12.....we are so crazy!!!.  but in a good way crazy!.
I may not be able to post for a few weeks but when I can, I will show you the new (Cottage #12).
I will miss you all and will be thinking of you and wondering what you are up too...
Big hugs and Love,
Elizabeth~on the move again~

49 comments:

Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things said...

How exciting! I love moving and fixing up homes! Mr. Comforts of Home and I have had 7 homes....

Have fun and I am looking forward to seeing your new cottage.
Hugs,
Penny

Kim @ Home Is Where The Heart Is said...

Praying that all goes well for your move...can't wait to see pictures of your new home :)

Robin@DecoratingTennisGirl said...

Elizabeth,
Good luck with all the packing. I know when we sell the Inn, it will be a major undertaking to just get all my dishes packed up! We will be moving back to our little cape house by the end of June, so that will be good.
Looking forward to seeing cottage #12 :)
Robin

Chris said...

Oh what fun! I love a new (or new-old) house! It will be such fun to see how you transform your new home!

Check in when you can. We'll all be anxious to see the "before" photos! *Ü*

Ms. Bake-it said...

How exciting Elizabeth! As a person who has moved many times, I have received those same comments. I do not like moving anymore and promised myself that I will be staying at my current home for quite a while.

Hope all goes smoothly with your move. I look forward to seeing your new cottage! Happy nesting!

Hugs,
Tracy

Claudia said...

Best of luck on your move! I can't wait to see photos of your new home.

xo
Claudia

Sandy said...

Hi Elizabeth,
Good luck with your move and your new cottage. I can't believe you have owned 11 homes and this will be your 12th! WOW - that's a lot of moving. We lived in two apartments and three homes in our almost 36 years together. Both hubby and I moved a lot as children so we know what that is like - new schools, new friends. We hope we don't have to move again for quite awhile. We've been in our current home 10 years now. Although moving does help you declutter. LOL

Melinda said...

Good Luck with the move #12!
come see usw soon.

Melinda

Vee said...

Flabbergasting! And exciting, too! Happy packing and I'll catch you on the other side of your move. You two must really love to fix up cottages more than you love to sit around in one once it is finished. Lucky person who'll enjoy Cottage 11!

Kathy @ Sweet Up-North Mornings... said...

How fun for you both...
#12..~wow, and I thought we moved a lot!

Your a couple up on us!...
but there is a "for sale" sign in the yard...We could be catching up soon! Lol
Hope your having fun with this move and not stressing out too much.
Hope your both able to enjoy the process and really be inspired!
Take your time and will look forward to seeing your new digs!
xoxo~Kathy @
Sweet Up-North Mornings...

Tins and Treasures said...

Good luck to you as you get settled in your new place. Have a terrific Tuesday ~Natalie

CIELO said...

Your cottage is so lovely, it must be hard to leave something as dear... like leaving behind a child of your own I suppose... hopefully, whoever comes along will take good care of it...

Have a great day, dear Elizabeth...

cielo

Cottage Rose said...

HI Elizabeth; My goodness you two have been busy..... I can't wait to see the new cottage you two found.... I Pray that all goes well with your move,,, and you get settled there soon... the only fun part of moving,,,is all the new decorating to do...... have fun with that.. take care...

Hugs;
Alaura

Paula ~ castleandcottagesigns said...

How exciting Elizabeth! Can't wait to see Cottage #12 ...I envy your ambition!
hope all goes well for you & Gary:)
paula

sandy said...

I can't wait to see pics of the new cottage. This is obviously your passion and look at how many people can enjoy it through you. You are unique, creative and very talented. Enjoy!

Sue said...

Enjoyed my visit here today, I know you are so excited with the new home, Enjoy this new adventure.
Blessings,
Sue

{Bellamere Cottage} said...

Oh my goodness.........TWELVE! That's a WHOLE lot of fun, isn't it? I hate the moving part, but I love the fixin' up part....I can't wait to see your new little cottage..

Huggies,
Spencer

Susie Q said...

What an excting undertaking! We have had 17 homes but not all of those were *sweet* houses! I WISH!! Just the cost of being military so I envy people like you who have been able to move and put a real creative stamp on each home!
You will be in my thoughts and prayers that all goes well for you and I know we all are excited to see photos!!

Love,
Sue

M.L. @ The House of Whimsy said...

Looking forward to seeing the new cottage. Pace yourself and be careful.
Mary Lou

Barb said...

I am so excited for the two of you. Can't wait to see your new home.

big hugs,
Barb

kanishk said...

Good luck to you as you get settled in your new place.
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The Cutest Cottage Lamps said...

Hi Elizabeth & Gary, I hope you are all moved in to you new home by now...can't wait to see your pictures! Congratulations on your 12th move - and I understand how you feel about moving, it really is fun - all the newness! But the chore of packing YUK! Have a great week,
xoxo
Marilyn

Nancy Yoakum said...

WOW! How exciting Elizabeth! Is till haven't recovered from my move from Ca to KS and that was six years ago, so my hats off to ya! Can't wait to see your new place, I'm sure it charmed you right into a purchase! Will be fun to watch you bring your personal touch!

Warmly,
Nancy

Happy To Be/ Gl♥ria said...

Elizabeth just coming by to see if you got all moved in yet girl...Hope and pray all is well with you both...hugs and smiles Gl♥ria

nannykim said...

Hope all is going well. looking foward to seeing a new post!

Sweet Cottage Dreams said...

I have been thinking of you every single day!!!

Thank you for your comment! If you need my help (just no heavy lifting) I will do what I can.

How exciting to be taking on the adventures of decorating #12. I just know it will be perfect!!!

love you,
becky

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Rebecca Nelson said...

Can't wait to see your new place. I'm soo excited.

xoRebecca

Christine said...

Hi, Sweet Elizabeth! How Exciting for you! I hope you all the best, and don't forget to take time out to rest too! Talk to you again when you get settled and nested in. Look so forward to seeing what you guys do with this place too! :D

Sunshine and Hugs,
Christine

Gone said...

Hope you're having fun with your NEW cottage! Looking forward to seeing your pictures!!

Cindy said...

Don't be embarassed, if that is what you and hubby enjoy doing, then just enjoy it, don't apologize. My hubs and I have been married 20 years and have moved 7 times. That is a lot, too. After this many I am exhausted with the whole process, so I know it must be very tiring for you at times. Most of all Enjoy Life! and the move!
Hugs, Cindy S

Barb said...

I'm so glad you came by. I know how busy you two are right now.
Crossing my fingers for you.

big hugs,
Barb

Shirleyanne said...

Good luck with the move, an upheaval but exciting I'm sure.
Kind Regards

Unknown said...

What a job to pack & unpack but I see lots of fun decorating ... enjoy your new cottage, sweetie.

TTFN ~ Hugs, Marydon

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Ms. Bake-it said...

Hello Elizabeth,

It was so good to hear from you! Thank you for the sweet words about my new grandson and well wishes for me! I too just love Sean's cute little baby cheeks and when I saw him last night showered them with lots of kisses. I teased my DIL and told her I want to be a stay at home grandma!

I hope your move is going well. I will continue to pray that all goes well and you are able to get settled into your new cottage without any snags.

Hugs,
Tracy

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Anonymous said...

I'm happy for you! Can't wait to see your new little cottage and see how you and Gary fix it up!
Cheers,
Zuzu

kanishk said...

Have fun and I am looking forward to seeing your new cottage.
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Twyla and Lindsey said...

Best wishes for your move! We will miss you! Twyla

Monica said...

Sooo exciting, Elizabeth! Have fun!
Can't wait to see the new nest of yours.
Monicax.

danemi1 said...

what a beautiful blog - good luck in your new home

Elaine aka danemi1

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Cindy said...

Hi Elizabeth,
I know you are in the middle of your move. But, you have won my giveaway, so I need your new home address. Please come over to my blog and leave your email address in your comment so I can email you. I emailed you once, but with moving I know you may have missed it.
Hugs, Cindy S

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prashant said...

Have fun and I am looking forward to seeing your new cottage.
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Unknown said...

Elizabeth, your cottage will be as beautiful as the one you are leaving ... have a grand time decorating & don't worry about us ... we'll be waiting here patiently.

Have a beau-TEA-ful week.
TTFN ~ Hugs, Marydon