And they have character after sixty years of housing families. That's what we were looking for when we chose this house. I always thought our little white cape cod looked like it was winking.
We moved. On Friday I drove away from our house with our three little kids--we left in the wake of the big moving truck. It was a little sad, but only because I'm really bad at saying goodbye and I felt like that's what we had to do with our little house (and all our adopted family there) for a time.
On Saturday we landed in Virginia. Maybe tomorrow I'll locate my missing camera to show that we are smiling again. This will be a great place for each member of our family--I can feel it.
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Awwwwww..... :( I'm sad that I won't be seeing pictures of that cute little house. I feel attached to it and I've never even set foot there. Good luck with your new adventures! We're thinking of you in Idaho!
I know how hard it is to say goodbye to a loved home, and that one just looks like a wonderful place! But I'm also so excited that you're here in VA! Charlottesville is right in between my parents' home and mine (and a great place to live). So maybe after Christmas and when you guys are a little more settled in, we should get together. I'd love to see you again!
I know this wasn't supposed to make me cry, but it did! You are so good at "blooming where you are planted" that I have no doubt Charlottesville will feel like home in no time. I, however, will also miss that cute little winking house. Love you guys!
It was a great little home. I personally loved the scary narrow & squeaking staircase :) Can't wait to see pictures of your new place (hmmm I wonder how soon I can manage a trip your way with two kids under 2).
You said it! That's exactly how I feel about OUR Cape Cod house, and just how I would feel if I were leaving it. Best wishes with all the transitions!
Oh, wow. This is news. I understand your feelings...another chapter. Sort of like how I feel when I read the last page of a good book. That's when it's the best time to start another new good one. :)
wow, a move just before Christmas...brave LIZ!!! I am hoping it all goes well, those Virginia folks are soooo lucky to have you guys.
looks like your cape cod house was filled with lots of love :)
I always thought that house looked so cute. But I'm dying to know where you are living in Virginia!
You made it! I was wondering. I'm bad at good-byes b/c I cry and make a fool of myself-which is why I never stopped over for the official last final good-bye. I can't wait to see how happy you all are. And pics of the house-you know I love that stuff. Have fun on this new adventure of yours! Ty is home sick and says to tell J hi!
I love the winking comment...so cute! Our homes do have little personalities. You'll have to email me your new address. Now I definitely need to plan a trip...you and Juliet will be so close!
I didn't realize you were moving so soon! I'm pretty sure I sent our Christmas letter to you NJ address -- hope it makes it to you at some point! Welcome to Virginia!!
I too am dying to know where in Virginia! We left Fairfax two years ago. Still miss it terribly. Your cape house - so darling. Goodbyes are tough. Always. And what a crazy time to move! Hang in there lady! If anyone can handle it all with grace, it's you!
Congratulations on the move! This was a lovely post. I know you'll make your next home feel just as loved. :)
You did have a great house! But I'm excited to hear more about the new one. What a great adventure for the whole family! At least you got snow! Cora is dying to have snow on the ground!
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