tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post7655711424518992555..comments2024-03-17T05:43:47.360-07:00Comments on Gwen Moss: October moments, painting projects and a questionLeslie Harrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06367872267145012395noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-11213296057940684242013-11-08T13:47:42.610-08:002013-11-08T13:47:42.610-08:00You are making great progress my friend! Someone i...You are making great progress my friend! Someone is going you get one very lovely home. And I'd keep the chalkboard. It adds charm and character. Not everything needs to be neutralized. And it can always be painted over. It won't stand in the way of a sale. And if Mr. Moss thinks you have too many bins of Christmas decorations, he would surely cringe if he saw my basement!Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14197078418514604572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-28446263684670044982013-11-05T18:48:59.842-08:002013-11-05T18:48:59.842-08:00Oh I am soo good with the purge in most cases exce...Oh I am soo good with the purge in most cases except those cases that involve "memories". I would imagine the type of decluttering you are doing involves a view pieces that speak to memories? Not easy. Wish I had some advice to inspire you in that process.<br />As far as the chalkboard art...I would leave it. It adds character and a sense of warmth. If the buyer doesn't like it, well, easy fix but otherwise it reveals the life well lived in your home. <br />Donna@anangloinquébechttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03074337849133414753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-88398851362786091062013-11-05T07:04:56.207-08:002013-11-05T07:04:56.207-08:00Good Morning Leslie! I am back to comment, after p...Good Morning Leslie! I am back to comment, after pinning your happiness quote onto my inspiring words board ... so much wisdom ... so succinctly said! Thank you so for sharing my dear!<br /><br />Your painting projects are turning out beautifully! I am sure this transition must be an emotional one ... full of letting go and excitement for the future! I do think you will love it down here ... I have been here, literally a lifetime ... and I am still able to find new beauty every day! If you ever need any tips on the area's best places ... or just a friendly face ... I am here for you.<br /><br />xoxo<br />TameraTamera Beardsleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00855427513744644731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-28997231326067693872013-11-04T20:21:56.821-08:002013-11-04T20:21:56.821-08:00Leslie, everything looks great! And like you have ...Leslie, everything looks great! And like you have been doing nothing but painting and working since your announcement. Do let yourself get worn out.<br /><br />I think you should keep what you love, and if you love it all, than keep it all. I gave away so many things I on my last move simply because I was sick of packing and decluttering and 5 years later I am still sad about a few things. <br /><br />I hope that all goes well with the move, have you found a place in the new town yet?<br /><br />Take care, ElizabethElizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acornshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06044933540074342177noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-22106880891819491402013-11-03T16:35:03.207-08:002013-11-03T16:35:03.207-08:00I can't help you with the decluttering. I have...I can't help you with the decluttering. I have never felt compelled to get rid of stuff that I like and I wouldn't expect others to do it either. Actually I find it easier to purge after I've gotten moved into the new house. Then I know what I want to keep and it becomes clear what I don't need. So what if you move an extra box or 20. Funny thing about all the repainting prior to selling your house...when we sold our last house my realtors came to visit and I told them I was ready to repaint anything. The house was pretty "far out". They told me not to repaint anything. I did take out some of the furniture and depersonalize the shelves by taking down family pictures. The house sold in 18 days. Leave the chalkboard as is. karen@somewhatquirkyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02772267613790523188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-54588095586851795942013-11-02T22:26:17.637-07:002013-11-02T22:26:17.637-07:00You are really making progress over there! You do ...You are really making progress over there! You do have one pretty awesome dad :) I bet he appreciated the treat of that yummy looking soup AND cookies.<br /><br />WE all love your chalkboard cabinet, but that doesn't necessarily mean the average home shopper will :) It *might* be best to paint it just to remove any potential negatives in a buyer's mind. <br /><br />One thing that has helped me to get rid of things is to ask yourself if you saw the item in a store TODAY would you buy it?<br /><br />It really does make it harder to let things go if you don't know exactly what the next home will be like! <br />You're doing great with the process, Leslie! One step at a time...<br /><br />Jeanette@Creating a Life Studiohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16717273896278612876noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-60976835009235858932013-11-02T18:42:14.292-07:002013-11-02T18:42:14.292-07:00I would leave the 2 panels on the end of your isla...I would leave the 2 panels on the end of your island in the chalkboard finish and repaint the framing surrounding them. It leaves the fun element of a chalkboard, but if it's not the buyer's taste, they only need to repaint the panels.<br /><br />I let go of a lot of my things when we moved to our current home, and there really weren't that many items I was sorry about selling or giving away. You've accomplished so much already, Leslie! Vickie @ Ranger 911https://www.blogger.com/profile/12847126296813987337noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-90059673028042560942013-11-02T16:05:03.126-07:002013-11-02T16:05:03.126-07:00Wow Leslie I thought your home was already move in...Wow Leslie I thought your home was already move in ready. Love all the changes though. That is once incredible mirror.Linda https://www.blogger.com/profile/16180202773147549907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-80691605731148484422013-11-02T08:14:57.251-07:002013-11-02T08:14:57.251-07:00I love that your dad came to help you. The chalk ...I love that your dad came to help you. The chalk board idea is very cute.Cindy Alberthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18056932751560236094noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-78208950238133809892013-11-02T06:49:59.635-07:002013-11-02T06:49:59.635-07:00WOW my friend you sure have been busy!! I LOVE LOV...WOW my friend you sure have been busy!! I LOVE LOVE the changes you made in your master bath...I'm sure your beautiful home will be a quick sale for some lucky buyer!! I love the chalkboard on the side of your island but your right it may not be for everyone:( Have you ever considered painting your whole island black...that would look beautiful with your white cabinets!<br />Looking forward to seeing more!!<br />Can't leave without telling you how HANDSOME your boys are!!ℳartina @ Northern Nestinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03492503626430263274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-23892101404009786072013-11-02T02:24:01.313-07:002013-11-02T02:24:01.313-07:00I wouldn't change the chalk art until right at...I wouldn't change the chalk art until right at the last moment - then you will be conscious of letting go and will leave the space for new words from the new homeowner. You've worked so hard! Good on you! (I do think the Xmas decoration question was a trick one)<br />When I was a young bride we lost everything - home, photos, clothes, my wedding gear, my books and work. However it was a lesson that nothing really is important except the souls you care for. I worked out I moved house around 15 times when I was younger - that's why I haven't moved in 10 years. But my kids are getting older now, so change might be in the air. <br />Hope you've finished with that cold! Zinc supplements? XxcatThe Divorced Lady's Companion to Living in Italyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15202093107784073194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-70641101005565646622013-11-01T22:17:17.102-07:002013-11-01T22:17:17.102-07:00you're doing a great job!!!
hmmmmmm. the isla...you're doing a great job!!!<br /><br />hmmmmmm. the island...i think it could charm the pants off a certain buyer but i also wouldn't want to distract a buyer who doesn't get it. i say paint over it but leave a photo of the 'before' in the kitchen in case someone loves the idea.<br /><br />hugs and hope you find extra reserves of energy for these projects and the purge. (i have no earth shattering suggestions for letting go of stuff. all i know is i let it go, and i feel great.)<br /><br />michelemichelehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04147970920141315262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-36498195605989762932013-11-01T20:09:05.696-07:002013-11-01T20:09:05.696-07:00I'm no help on the purging stuff advice questi...I'm no help on the purging stuff advice question. Wouldn't be much help with the painting either, but I can offer lots of moral support. Looks like you've forged ahead and are making great progress. Good luck as you continue forward. '-)Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01873375271470225199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-85990974116573332902013-11-01T19:42:02.751-07:002013-11-01T19:42:02.751-07:00You look like you have a good start on prepping th...You look like you have a good start on prepping the house and deciding what will come to your new home...such a big undertaking! It can be very freeing to clean out, too...something I am reminding myself of daily...Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12090973681675943970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-13283550130252141052013-11-01T19:21:31.163-07:002013-11-01T19:21:31.163-07:00busy woman. First of all, looks like you have a re...busy woman. First of all, looks like you have a really sweet dad...can't beat that. I say leave the chalkboard, if the buyers really hate it, you can offer to paint it back to normal.Daniela @Frugal Aint Cheaphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02785196779476490372noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-71110947237511945062013-11-01T18:42:46.556-07:002013-11-01T18:42:46.556-07:00Wow! Have you been busy! Sounds like you've be...Wow! Have you been busy! Sounds like you've been able to get a lot done in a short amount of time. I'd sill be purging and I'm a real purge monster when I get in the mood! I don't really have a secret method. It just seems that when my taste changes, I relook at things and realize I can do without them. I tend to keep pieces that belonged to a family member. I think that your chalkboard painting is great! I wouldn't bother pain ting over it. It's a small piece for somebody else to redo and if it means something to you and brigs you peace and inspiration when you see it, it's worth keeping, especially during this time of change and decision making. Everything else is going to look freshly painted, clean and brand new so I wouldn't worry about it. Good luck with it all. I envy you for your ability to make a new start! Hugs, LeenaLeena Milligan Lanteignehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06456782497555438887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-80877295994220910532013-11-01T17:46:33.311-07:002013-11-01T17:46:33.311-07:00Hello Leslie!
Do you love it? Do you need it? Woul...Hello Leslie!<br />Do you love it? Do you need it? Would someone else do? Would you use the extra cash if you sold it? Would you give it to someone ine need?<br />I think these are the questions to ask on decluttering. <br />As for the kitchen, do paint the chalkboard. It's not everyone's cup of tea , unless they fall in love at first sight :-)<br />Happy November!<br />Irenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03860313079227199741noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-36004488494039404342013-11-01T17:33:01.858-07:002013-11-01T17:33:01.858-07:00As always your DIY projects are amazing. I didn&#...As always your DIY projects are amazing. I didn't know that you were moving (and need to go back and read more). Wishing you the best, I know that your home space is important to you. Thanks for the inspiration today. xxMonicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00961649124510051001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-94180848072369932013-11-01T16:35:38.393-07:002013-11-01T16:35:38.393-07:00I am going thru this purging discussion with my mo...I am going thru this purging discussion with my mom right now as she is preparing to move back to a California. She's feels that she can't part with any if it even though it sits in storage. I just keep encouraging her to go thru things again and ask herself does she want it enough to bring it down to a California and if so , by all means bring it. I myself have no problem purging as I've moved so many times and I krypton telling mom she's lucky I'm not there. Haha! You're doing a great job with the prep! xxooCathihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13514685526355525209noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-87203733905758800852013-11-01T15:44:25.829-07:002013-11-01T15:44:25.829-07:00Gwen, I wish I could help you give up your treasu...Gwen, I wish I could help you give up your treasures gracefully, but I'm letting go kicking and screaming and digging in my heels. LOL I lost my house last December after my husband died. I had to move from 3,000 sq. ft. into 1,000 sq. ft. I purged by having garage sales, giving things away on www.freecycle.org and donating to the local Teen Challenge thrift store. In the end I called Teen Challenge and they had to send the largest truck they had to my house. I helped them fill the darned thing and then I thought, "Now, I will fit into that small house." NOT!!! I'm still donating, giving on freecycle and even putting things in a rented storage unit. When you learn the secret to downsizing gracefully, please share it with me. As far as your chalkboard in your kitchen, I love it, leave it. It's such a great feature that a new person's message can personalize it and if they don't like it, then it is a very small area to repaint. Write a welcome message on it for the new homeowners. If I moved into your house I would love that. Good luck and God Bless. Sandrapugsmomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11382863960194335627noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-62512510064091244382013-11-01T15:36:11.623-07:002013-11-01T15:36:11.623-07:00The makeovers look great, but I would leave the ch...The makeovers look great, but I would leave the chalk board. I would be thrilled to move into a house that already had a chalk board, and if the new buyers don't like it, then let them paint it.<br />CindyCustom Comfortshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14632267295969050029noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-7964691838330763432013-11-01T12:24:29.923-07:002013-11-01T12:24:29.923-07:00Lots of comments today
1. I was commenting on Th...Lots of comments today<br /><br />1. I was commenting on The Dedicated House and saw your comment that you had just linked up. I went to the pictures and scrolled through to see which one I thought was your link. I guessed right.<br /><br />2. Oh, I wish I could come help you, but I am the world's worst at painting.<br /><br />3. But, homemade tortilla soup and peanut butter cookies might improve my skills.<br /><br />4. I love the chalkboard message on the cabinet and would probably leave it, but I know the experts say to go with plain to allow people to picture the house with their "stuff". <br /><br />5. I thought of you when I made my birthday plans. The November issue of the Auto Club Westways magazine had ideas for handmade gifts you make elsewhere. I just made plans for my sister, KC and me to brew our own beer and soda at a place called Brewbakers in Huntington Beach. We will also make your own pretzels while we are there. I don't know if you have settled on a house yet, but it will be a lot closer to where you are moving than to me. We just thought it would be fun to do something totally different. I will let you know how it turns out. <br /><br />Art and Sandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09070124859845536964noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-83625536460995125732013-11-01T12:08:06.376-07:002013-11-01T12:08:06.376-07:00to reduce your stuff, just tell yourself you'r...to reduce your stuff, just tell yourself you're getting rid of 10 percent of it. That will get you going, honest!<br /><br />As far as the chalkboard painted cabinet. If you think it looks great, leave it. It will stand out in the buyer's mind. At Rivercrest Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12068816102263605128noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-8936653806315662362013-11-01T11:30:17.127-07:002013-11-01T11:30:17.127-07:00Good morning Leslie! You have been incredibly busy...Good morning Leslie! You have been incredibly busy with all of your pre-move projects. Wow. The bathroom looks gorgeous in white. As for your chalkboard-I love that touch. It's such a popular inspiration for homes/families these days that I would be inclined to keep it. Your home is so charming. As for the move, I've done my fair share of moving so I'm pretty good at dumping or giving away. If you haven't used it in a year or 2 you probably won't. Take photos of treasures that you want to remember but don't want to haul around. Remember how fresh it will feel to be less encumbered in a new space. So glad you saw my post about the girlfriends this morning. They both go to St. Francis in Sacramento. As I recall your boys may have gone to Jesuit (related schools)?. It's such a small world. <br />Have a lovely weekend Leslie,<br />xx, HeatherAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17032908426814046368noreply@blogger.com