I’m truly excited about the day, and excited to come here and meet with you. I know, I know, I’ve said it before, but it’s totally true. I love coming here to see what you have to say.
Don’t get me wrong. I LOVE ALL of my friends even though most of them don’t share my passion for design. It’s just that it’s nice to have friends (like you) who DO share my passion.
I love it that you will notice and enjoy my new rug as much as I do. It just like the one on Miss Mustard Seed’s blog. (I got mine at Decor Steals. This isn’t a sponsored post, I just love my rug.)
See? I knew you would want to see how pretty it is in my bedroom. I knew you would enjoy the roses too.
You listen when I go on about my trips to Antique Week at Round Top, and about how Caroline fell in love with a zebra, here, how Peggy brought me the most delicious petite fours here, why I was so sad at graduation time, here. You listen when I go on and on, about how I love to sit on my back porch. You too were shocked along with me when I told about the family secret I unearthed from reading old family letters, here. My other friends only listen to those stories when I feed them my homemade brownies served on hand-painted plates that they don’t notice.
You cheered on my daughter when she got her driver’s license. Yes she did make a dangerous turn during the driving test, but since the officer didn’t see the car either and yelled some very bad words when she thought she was going to die she decided to pass my girl!
I can totally relate to what you’re saying. Many of my friends like my house, and ask a question here or there, but when it comes down to it, design isn’t their thing. I sometimes yearn for a ‘real life’ friend who can go on junking trips with me, get excited over a perfectly ruffled slipcover, or help me accessorize my newly made over room; however, then I remember that we bloggers are SO lucky to have eachother from all different parts of the world. Can you imagine what your home would be without blogging? I’ve gotten so much inspiration from blogging, that my home, I’m sure, is much more beautiful for it!
ps LOVE your bedroom-the new rug, the french chair, the bed spread..so pretty!
Love the new rug! Your room and photos and beautiful!
Your bedroom is SO beautiful and of course I noticed your new rug!!! How exciting! I’ve been so tempted to order that rug for my tiny living room.
I know just how you feel about the whole friends thing. I am so thankful for my bloggy friends that “get” me and want to see my little projects and I love seeing their projects too.
The other day I showed my family how I took a cardboard letter from the craft store and painted it to look like metal. I was so excited and they just gave me blank looks. lol! I thought to myself “THIS is why I blog!”.
I always love coming to visit you, my friend! I only wish it could be in person!!! I would not only comment about the pretty china cup and saucer and fork and plate and real washed and pressed linen napkins…. I would gush… and be so sincere! For you and I are kindred spirits and we both not only enjoy… but delight in such things!!!
Your bedroom is divine! As is the new “Miss Mustard Seed” floor covering. It is pure and elegant french trimmings!!!!
Have a blessed day… you have blessed mine!
Lovely rug, I have one too! Marion MMS is so nice, had the opportunity to meet her at Lucketts a couple of years ago.
Hi Anita! I love popping over for a visit as you are always ‘real’. I love your style of decorating and rejoice with you when you find those special things no matter where you get them. Now, I love your rug and your bedroom is so beautiful. Yay, for us bloggers who understand the thrill and love of pretty things.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
I know this post is about the rug … but I LOVE your bedding! Of course, I love the rug too since I have a few of my own. I got mine at a local boutique. And that chair in your room … that’s the one I envy. 🙂 I can totally relate to what you’re saying about the china and silverware. A friend of mine saw photos of my Thanksgiving table setting and said her family always uses paper plates and plastic ware. Really? I just can’t imagine eating such a lovely meal that way – not to mention it just adds to the landfill. Anywho … your bedroom is truly beautiful. Thanks for sharing it!
Oh I love that rug Anita! Next time I come across a deal on one I may have to pick one up! It looks so pretty in your room.Did you make your bedspread?Wow it is gorgeous too.I don’t sew and ordered one from ticking and toile can’t wait to get it.
xx
Anne
How beautiful and so-so true. I believe any blogger can relate to it. Somehow this invisible web connects us to people that understand and accept us the way we are. Thank you for writing this post!
Love your rug, and actually all your house. we have a similar taste! 🙂
Your entire room is so incredible I could look forever! I love the rug, but love the bedding and love the roses and well…it’s just so pretty!
I’d love to have a brownie with you, even on a paper plate!
I understand exactly what you are saying… blogging friendships are really a wonderful thing, aren’t they? The new rug looks beautiful… what a gorgeous room! Peaceful and so, so pretty…
I have wanted that rug for a very long time, but i dont know where i would put it if i got it!
Jennifer
http://www.thevintagetexan.com
This is one of the great joys of blogging, meeting people who share the same passions.
I was thinking about you yesterday as it happens, because last year when you did your ‘Christmas Table’ post, I spotted some of the Spode Christmas tree plates,and decided I would start collecting. Every now and again I add some more pieces, and yesterday some new items arrived, which instantly reminded me of you!
I very much enjoyed my visit to your room today. You are so right,I would have spotted, and admired, your new rug straight away.
I have been one of your silent readers for a while now but I totally get you and love reading your blog. I live nearby north of Houston so I truly envy the Ranch! I have one girlfriend who “gets” me which is nice but the blog world is incredible. I found one yesterday that I started reading backwards are far as I could keep my eyes on straight. Had to stop finally….dinner needed to be made. Feel that way about your blog, love the rug, the bedroom & especially the slipcovers. Fabulous job you did!!
Anita, I had to smile as I read through this post. It pretty much sums up my feelings too. Being connected in the world of blog to others who share a passion for interiors has giving my life much joy. I admit that I do have friends who notice, but they are not likely to take in all the details. You inspire me in many ways. I so enjoy my visits to Cedar HIll Ranch. 😉
Anita, I so enjoyed reading this post. I felt like I really was sitting with you having a great conversation with someone who really did understand. Being involved in the blog world is such a blessing. It was really nice to visit with you today!
I hear you on all counts Anita.
I bring in old French silver thinking of the life it’s lived before and marveling at the details….my husband sees dirty old knives.
Blogging is a wonderful experience that is made better by hearing comments from those that read and understand or appreciate what they see.
Congratulations on the rug. It looks great!
Simone
I have been thinking on doing my bed in that off white lovely, i have blue/white toile in the room and just wonder if it will go, have an old iron bed as well…lovely…suek
Anita,
Oh, dear kindred spirit, thank you for the invitation today to see your new rug!!! Exquisite, dear friend!!!
Oh, Anita, you have pink sweetheart roses today! Those were the roses I had in my wedding!!!
Are you sure…sit here? Would you join me on the ottoman? What’s this?
Oh, Anita, how lovely…your French rose trimmed china. Mm~m~m~m…I need your recipe for these decidant brownies, dear one!
What have I been up to lately???
I’ve been dreaming of making some lighter and brighter changes to Studio One. Check out my blog post on Refreshing Studio One??? and you will see the forward direction I’m taking.
This time has passed far too quickly. I fear I must say good~bye for today. . .but ask me again and I will stop by for another visit.
Anita, thank you for such a lovely day, you are the perfect hostess, dear friend! Please know, my door is always open to you…stop by soon!
Fondly,
Pat
Dear Anita, This post really made me feel better. In our world of blogging, yes, some of us have different interests; however we all care!
I adore your new rug and the way you go the extra mile for your friends always!
xoxo
Karena
2012 Artists Series & Giveaway
I too love all things beautiful, DIY projects, china, silver, linen, and decorating. And I salute you for the slipcovers, which are divine. Thank you for speaking to my condition today. You have many talents and we are fortunate to have your blog.
Kind Regards, Judith
I love the way you decorate your home, and your pretty table!
I recently found your blog, and look forward to more of your posts!
What a soft and restful place. We truly are strangers bonded together by a love of feathering our nests. Glad she passed the test! So grown up!
♥Linsey
I feel the same as you do, in fact I’m the weird one in my friends bunch. So as you, I feel good sharing my passion with fellow bloggers. Thanks for the relief of not being the only one. By the way, your room is gorgeous, as always!
xoxo
LOVE everything about this beautiful room Anita, including the new rug!!
Most of my friends aren’t into decorating like me, so I get what you mean! It’s a shame too because they all have beautiful homes.
I am afraid that I am one of the ones who peeks in the back door, waves and moves on. Bad habit. I know exactly what you mean about someone not noticing. I grew up in a family where paper plates were the greatest thing since sliced bread. I can’t enjoy a beautiful meal (or even a sandwich) on paper or styrofoam plates. There is something so elegant about the sound of silver on china. I love to bring out the Depresion Glass to enhance a meal. Lovely things are meant to be enjoyed, not saved. Thanks for understanding. Regena in TN.
I so would have noticed the beautiful dishes!!! Just love your decorating. The rug is great.
Fran
francaswell3@verizon.net
I love this rug sweet lady, it is beautiful! This room is so warm and cozy it pulls you inside. I love the tea cup it is so pretty and delicate.
Cynthia
Anita, I am blessed with friends that love china, silver and beautiful things. They blogged, but not anymore. Their blogs were about photography and birds, not decorating! Go figure! I love your beautiful bedroom! The rug is perfect! Your china is gorgeous! You’re right, it’s so nice to have friends like you!
I too love to sit and chat with you! It’s always candy to my mind and eyes everytime I visit. I have a few friends that have a passion for design so they understand my craziness. Others I’m sure just shake their head and smile. I love the rug. Because of you dear I now am reciving Decor Steal e-mails. Have purchased twice already. Surely didn’t see that rug. Probably before I joined. Looks perfect in your lovely home!
Hugs,
Jann
Hey! I missed the story about the family secret and just finished reading that post. I love happy endings and sweet love stories. I bought the same rug with a slightly different pattern and I LOVE it! Maybe one of these days I’ll get around to showing a pic of it. This bedroom is so beautiful. I can see your special touches in the slipcovers and linens. Gorgeous!
I would soooo notice every detail. So much so that I wouldn’t be good company, I would just want to sit and soak it all in.
Bliss
I would soooo notice every detail. So much so that I wouldn’t be good company, I would just want to sit and soak it all in.
Bliss
You expressed so well, Anita, why I too love blogging and all my new friends. They understand all the details and all the changes I make in my home, and they comment on them in such encouraging ways. Great post! I’d love to come sit awhile in your beautiful comfy bedroom.
Mary Alice
HI Anita,
I don’t blog but it’s why I LOVE reading others blogs. It’s nice to know I’m not the only one who would rather buy an old dress form (which EVERYONE asks me what it is and why I have it) than new high heels. The bedroom is gorgeous. Where did you get that basket? I LOVE it.
sarah
Hi! Just found your blog …it’s terrific! I don’t blog, and I don’t have any friends I can discuss design with, so I turn to all of the wonderful design blogs! Love that chair in your bedroom! I’ll be returning to read more…have a great day! 😉
What a lovely post! I can completely relate to that feeling that you’re different. I’ve felt that way my whole life until I met bloggers like you. I totally would have noticed your hand-painted French plates. And I did notice the rug first thing, and the roses and the blanket peeking out of the chest. I love your style. And I love knowing that you’re not too far from me. Close enough for me to come have a cup of tea with you. 😉
I can’t believe your friends wouldn’t notice your beautiful dishes, silverware, linens, ALL of it! How could they not????? Your home is so beautiful. I wish I could come in person and sit and chat with you (after the tour) of course:):) I know what you mean, I wish I would get more visitors and comments. I love to see a new post from you. XO, Pinky