Thursday, March 29, 2012

Roses and Team Work

Hello Everyone:


Yesterday was a busy day at the Cottage.  Jerry and I have been married for 52 years and throughout all that time we have made a pretty good team.  Give or take a few times!!


So I decided that we should put our heads, and backs, together and get one more room in the Cottage spruced up for Spring.  He did not disagree with me, and it worked out just fine.


This is our sitting aka family room.  Calling it a sitting room seems more in character, more Victorian, don't you agree?  Since we spend the majority of our time in this room it is not as fancy, or shall we say cluttered, as the other rooms in the Cottage.  First of all there is a giant TV set there with no way to hide it, so why try to make it something it's not. Our sofas are comfortable, not prissy, like the one in the front parlour (which you will see some other time) and this is where Buddy is most comfortable, so you may (will) occasionally see a stray dog hair from time to time.


Enough of this idle chatter.  Let's get on with it:



Jerry's comfortable chair


This sofa is really one part of a sectional but we mismeasured and put together it was too large for the space so we separated it as you will see below.


I apologize for the quality of the pictures today but we had some sunshine (which we aren't used to yet) so they are a bit washed out. Still cold enough for a fire though.


Here is that large TV I mentioned and that large dog.  Two biggies for the price of one!








This was the bottom part of my great-grandmother's sewing basket.  I don't know whatever happened to the top, but I sure wish I had it.


These are family pictures.  The largest is my great-aunt with my dad, the middle is Jerry as a little boy and the one in front is my aunt, my father's sister.


This is my small collection of Crown Ducal in the pattern Bristol.


I've had this print for many years. I didn't buy it for the frame, the cottage, or the pleasant setting.  I bought it for the water stain on it because it looked, to me, like smoke coming from the chimney of a warm and friendly little cottage. Doesn't take much to make me happy!






I just love these two little shots in their sweet frames.  The top one is me and the bottom is my dad.

Now, you may remember, the word 'roses' was mentioned in the post title.

After we were through rearranging and cleaning  Jerry disappeared for awhile and when he returned he brought a beautiful bouquet of pink roses with him .  He said it was a spur of the moment idea, but in all truthfulness, he does things like this quite often.  That is why he will be known from here on out as the Captain of the Team or, in short, "The Captain".


Aren't they exquisite? And they smell divine.


So we hope your day is filled with all good things and take a little time to smell the roses.



Happy Thursday...
Judy, Buddy and the Captain






















49 comments:

  1. Congrats on the 52 year marriage. Awesome! Love the pretty, yet comfy feel of your sitting room!

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    1. Carlene: Thank you for your kind comments..Happy Thursday..Judy

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  2. Just beautiful my dear friend..What a keeper your hubs is girl..I love your wagon table and all your plates..I have those tin valances hanging on my french doors..never thought to use them just on my doors like you did..I pray you have a GREAT weekend on your piece of our gold country..Hugs and smiles Gloria from Pioneer gold country..Thanks for sharing more of yours and Jerry's beautiful Victorian home..

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    1. Gloria: You are very welcome. Thank you and I enjoy hearing from my neighbor..Happy Thursday..Judy

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  3. Dearest Judy, Captain and Buddy,

    This post brought tears to my eyes Judy. It is for me one of your best. Its beautifully written ..
    Your Home is just divine. So so inviting, Its all so lovely
    Captain I am getting to know. He loves you so. He thinks of the thinks you like and spoils you.
    congratulations on 52 years together.. that is so great, a mile stone.
    Buddy looks quiet content in front of the tv.
    I have the same size tv. in my Olive cottage.. and my 4 little doggies watch tv with me. When the dog whisperer is on they watch intently..
    Happy Friday to you three.
    hugs
    val
    xx

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    1. Val: You always say the sweetest things. I am so happy to know you. Buddy does like to watch the Dog Whisperer also. From the TV into the front hall and into the parlour and back to the TV is an open circle, and whenever he hears a dog bark, he runs the circle to see where it is!! Captain says hi back. Thanks again, Val..Happy Friday, Judy

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    2. Glad you recieved the comment Judy.
      your blog is so lovely. I love passing by.
      thanks for your kind comments too.
      xx val

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  4. Hi Judy,

    I love your house! So So beautiful. How nice to have family pictures. Roses make everything feel that much better don't they? Your husband sounds as sweet as can be.:) Maybe he's a keeper.

    Blessings to all of you,
    Amy Jo

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    1. Hi Amy Jo: Thanks for your kind comments. I guess after 52 years I've figured that out!! Happy Friday..Judy

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  5. Hi Judy! Congratulations on your 52 years of marriage-that is wonderful! Your sitting room is really pretty! So cozy looking and very well put together. Love the lampshades! And the coffee table-how cute! What a sweetie of a husband to add that special touch with the beautiful roses!! Have a great day! Gina

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    1. Thank you Gina: Your sweet words are very appreciated. It is a pleasure to hear from you..Happy Friday..Judy

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  6. Judy,
    Happy 52! What a treasure and tribute to love!
    Your sitting room is so cozy and beautiful, esp with the fire and beautiful roses!
    Thank you for sharing your treasures with us today!
    dee dee

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    1. You're welcome, DeeDee. I am having so much fun doing this and a huge bonus is getting my house clean! Thank you for sending your good thoughts my way..Happy Friday..Judy

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  7. Hi Judy, Your Sitting room is delightful, so warm and inviting, Happy Wedding anniversary to you both! Beautiful roses for a very special lady x
    Thea x

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  8. I think your family room (or sitting room) looks so pretty! It's very cozy. I love your husbands leather chair! The roses he brought you are gorgeous in there. Wow, 52 years together and he still surprises you with roses. I think you got a good one!

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    1. Yeah, I did, Kelly: Thank you so much for your kind words..Happy Friday..Judy

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  9. Hi Mom- Love this one!! Good idea on the couch!! Wow, from iHOP to red roses.... could you please tell "The Captin" that I no longer consider him a cheap skate!!!:)

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  10. Hi Honey: You make me laugh!! So what else is new!! When does Jake leave for Hawaii? Love to all of you..Happy Friday..Mom

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  11. Your room is so beautiful.....I love that plum wall color! It reminds me of the color we had in our front parlor in our Victorian home :o) Your husband is such a sweetie and those roses are gorgeous!!!!!
    ~Des

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    1. Thanks Des: I hope that color lasts because I love it but it is two different shades and I don't know if I could reproduce it. Thanks for your sweet comments..Happy Friday..Judy

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  12. Hello Judy,
    Your home is beautiful. I have to say, my favorite part is your old, beautiful soul dog, sleeping there, peacefully and safe!

    How nice you're married to someone that helps you spruce things up and brings you beautiful, pale pink roses as well.

    So good to meet you, thank you for spending some time at my blog today.
    ~Tracie

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  13. Thank you Tracie: I'm glad you were able to stop by today. I appreciate your kind comments. Yes, Buddy is our heart. I was reading your past post about Zeke last night. I was so sad to hear of his passing. It will be a sad day when Buddy's time comes. Sometimes life is so sad, but when it's not, it is so good..Happy Friday..Judy

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  14. Your room looks amazing, I love the Victorian touches. Your husband is a treasure - the roses are the perfect touch! Loved it!
    Hope you have a great weekend,
    Kathy

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    1. Hi Kathy: Thank you so much and I'd like to welcome you to the Cottage. Your kind comments are greatly appreciated and so is your tutorial on 'grab my button'. I'm working on it, it will take me awhile, as always, but eventually I get it..Happy Saturday..Judy

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  15. You have not been married 52 years! No way. You must have married when you were 4! You are beautiful and so young! Love your victorian style! Nothing like pink and roses!

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    1. Bonnie: I love having friends like you!! That's very nice of you to say but put on your glasses and look closely! OK, that's close enough! Thank you for your very sweet comments and hope you are having a good weekend..Judy

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  16. Judy, this room is everything a family room should be...warm and welcoming. It is a beautiful room! I like The Captain already. What a lovely gesture after cleaning all day! Beautiful roses.

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    1. Thank you, June. I love getting a visit from you and your kind comments. Hope your weekend is going well..Judy

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  17. Judy, your dog couldn't look more content if it tried.

    Paul

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  18. Hello Judy - this is my first visit to your pretty blog. Your room is lovely - I can see why you'd spend a lot of time here!

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    1. Thank you so much for your kind comments and for visiting the Cottage..Happy Monday..Judy

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  19. Hi Judy
    Thanks for the visit to my blog and your kind words. Your Victorian home is stunning and it's heartwarming to see you've achieved your dream. I'm still doing the modern home and trying to make it look Victorian. :-)
    The captain is a thoughtful man - roses on the spur of the moment, lucky you! And yes, your dog is a big one, compared to my little one anyway.
    Judith

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    1. Hi Judith: I'm so happy to meet you. Thank you for coming by. I'm looking forward to seeing more of your beautiful blog..Happy Monday..Judy

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  20. Oh thank you for stopping by my blog.Because you did I have found yours. I love this room. looks very much like a English Library. Very cozy. My sister made my blue screen porch pillows. I found the fabric at a close out fabric shop that was really closing out. So I got a deal. They fade so when not in use I have to put covers over them. I am your newest follower. I hope to see and read more of your blog soon. Visit me often as well. Happy Easter, your new friend. Richard from My Old Historic House.

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    1. Richard: You have made my day. I am so happy to have you following me also. I am looking forward to hearing how the dinner comes out and thank you so much for your kind comments..Happy Monday..Judy

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  21. Hi Judy,
    I am so happy you stopped by and introduced yourself; very happy to meet you! Your room is so charming; reminds me of English decor! I love your Bristol dishes as I love red transferware! Love your fur babies too. Thank you for following my blog and I am happy to follow yours. Have a delightful day. Happy Easter!

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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    1. Hi Sandi: Thank you for your sweet comments. I am so happy that you are following me and am looking forward to seeing more of your posts..Happy Monday..Judy P.S. No, my name is not Garland, that is the name of the original owners of the Cottage. When we first got to know some of the people around town when we moved here 20 some odd years ago, they referred to us living in the Garland House, so we researched it and found out a little about the family, but "The Garland House" remained the Cottage's name..Gold Country because this is where we live in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada.

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  22. PS~ I noticed too that you have The Garland House in your header. I'm wondering if that is your last name. My mother's maiden name was Garland. {I have an Aunt Judy too and her last name is Garland!} *smiles*

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  23. What a perfectly beautiful little room this is, Judy! I love all your personal touches. A perfect space to spend a lot of time in! Your rose arrangement is gorgeous. Fifty two years! Congratulations!!!

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    1. Thank you, Jacqueline. I enjoy your kind comments..Happy Tuesday..Judy

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  24. Wow! Congratulations. Surely a misprint 52 years. I am so very thrilled to hear this. Your room is gorgeous and that beautiful dog! Cheers SpecialK XoXo

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    1. Hi K: No not a misprint! Thank you for your kind comments and for your visit to the Cottage..Happy Wednesday..Judy

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  25. Hi Judy!! Thank you so much for your lovely comments on my blog and for becoming my latest follower! I'm following you too! What a beautiful home you have and a wonderful blog, i have just spent a lovely half hour with a cup of tea and had a good read - a nice end to a busy day making Easter decorations with the children (who are now thankfully fast asleep in bed!) I will look forward to reading more very soon, have a lovely Easter, Marina xx

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  26. Thank you, Marina for your sweet comments. I envy you making decorations with the children, I really miss having little ones around, but I do remember how sweet it was when they went to bed! Happy Wednesday..Judy

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  27. Judy, your cottage is beautiful!! I love how you decorated it, and what a sweet captain you have!! Those roses are gorgeous!

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    1. Thank you Susan, I appreciate your kind comments. Thank you for visiting the Cottage. Come back anytime..Happy Wednesday..Judy

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  28. Hi Judy, I am a new follower to your blog. Love your beautiful room and gorgeous roses.
    I am going to look around some more now.
    Have a great week!
    Betsy

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    1. Thank you Betsy: I'm so glad you are following me and I'm following you too. Your kind comments are greatly appreciated and I, too, am going to look around some more on your blog..Happy Wednesday..Judy

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