January 10, 2011

around the house


As a way to keep my photo mojo going this winter, I'm playing along with MCP Action's Project 52. It's a low pressure, join in when you can, photography challenge. My favorite kind! Last year, I used my blog and a self-imposed Photo Friday commitment to keep me clicking through the winter and it really worked. This year, I'll let the project tell me what my subject is. I think it will be fun to have someone else set the guidelines this time around...less thinking for my pea brain!


This week's subject is "Around the House". So, that's just what I did....took a little tour around and shot what caught my eye.

If you're wanting to improve your photography skills, I highly recommend this project or something similar to keep you motivated. Practice really is the key to taking better pictures.


This last week also found me repainting my front room yet again. For those of you keeping track, this makes paint job number four. I really think I've got it this time.

In fact, I'm sure of it.

I think.

I have big plans for this room. These photos give you a little sneak peak of what's in store, and I can't wait to show you when it's all done.


Our front room has no tv, so I grabbed my laptop and my Gilmore Girls dvd collection and the time flew. Painting is much more fun if Lorelai, Rory and Kirk are keeping you company.

Especially Kirk.


This next photo is to motivate me to finally get a camera and photography faq page added to my blog. It's one of my goals for early 2011.


And here, the last stop on the around the house tour, we have a card sent to me by my bff. It sits on top of a cupboard in our family room.

I love this card. It makes me laugh. I put it away when my nice little old lady friends come to visit me because they truly wouldn't get it, and for the sake of maintaining a potty mouth free blog, I did a little photoshop magic on the donkey word, but this card cracks. me. up.


It further cracks me up because my bff, the card sender, is a pastor's wife.

I think we should pray for her.

Have a great Monday!
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  1. Urban FarmgirlJanuary 10, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Hi Teresa!

    Ok, seriously *love* that card! Totally my thing, I tell ya!

    And 4 coats on your walls...hmmm...sounds slightly like my house. We must both suffer from "I-love-this-color-but-tomorrow-I-may-love-a-different-one" syndrome. But I will never admit it, so lets keep it our secret, ok??

    Happy Monday!
    Mary

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  2. Connie in HartwoodJanuary 10, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    I love everything about your house!! You hooked me eons ago with a photo of your kitchen, and I get deeper involved each time you post stuff like this. That first photo? Swoon-worthy.

    I totally understand about the re-paint job. When a color isn't right, it isn't right, and waiting isn't going to make it more right. Paint is cheap, and your labor is free, so repaint away. Looking forward to the reveal.

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  3. Verde FarmJanuary 10, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    Teresa, being a donkey momma we use that word freely around here. My nephews (all under 11) love to come to Mimi’s house so they can say the A word. I know, I’m a terrible aunt. At any rate--love all your shots. Your colors are so wonderful I would love to know the blue/green shade you use and what brand. It’s a wonderful shade. Your photography is wonderful. Happy Monday

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  4. CarolJanuary 10, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    Love your house and the colors you use. I'm looking forward to your FAQ section. We are looking to get a new camera, and I'd love to know what you use.

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  5. Christy @ MCH PHOTOGRAPHYJanuary 10, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    of the around the house photos, drooling over the aqua pottery pieces especially that little birdie planter...

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  6. DonnaJanuary 10, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Your color sense is phenomenal... I think that is outstanding in photography! All the pics are just great!
    Ps...love the card!

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  7. Tonya @ Love of Family And HomeJanuary 10, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    Love all of the colors of your home & love your photography! I just started following your blog after Rhoda at Southern Hospitality introduced me to it last Friday! Can't wait to follow along now & see what this blog has in store! I think its going to be great!

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  8. AnonymousJanuary 10, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    Great card and it's true...yours does! I love the paint color and the peek at your craft space. Will we see more? Especially your fabric stash...I know you gotta have one. Beautiful photos as always.

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  9. StephanieJanuary 10, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    I love the cheerful colors in your home. It looks like such a happy place. And she's right - your garden? Totally kicks a**!! Hope you smile when ever you see it!
    LOVE your photography too!

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  10. Heidi @ Decor & MoreJanuary 10, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    I love the photo challenge, Teresa! One of my goals this year is to grow my photography skills, so I may try something like that. Snowed in today in Georgia (can you believe it?). Great place to start with picture-taking, I think. :)
    Happy Monday!

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  11. Karen thisoldhouse2.comJanuary 10, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    Love your colors, looking forward to the reveal!

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  12. ButtercupJanuary 10, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    Haha! I love that card series. They too make me laugh out loud! LOL!

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  13. mary bethJanuary 10, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    love your pastor's wife! And the colors around the house too! Just started peeking in, looking forward to seeing the projects you are working on!

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  14. Chris at Red Gate FarmJanuary 10, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    Theresa,

    LOVE every picture... I wish I could get away with a lot more pastels in my house but I think my husband would run screaming from the house!

    That tulle picture is too fun!! And I'd really love to own those glass knobs/handles ;)

    Can't wait to see what other pictures you have in store for us as well as the repainting project.

    ~Chris

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  15. dorianaJanuary 10, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    this is absolutely awesome! and your blog is just a pleasure for the eye :)

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  16. Sandy aka Doris the GreatJanuary 10, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    I think it's perfectly acceptable for your Pastor's wife to use the a** word -- after all, it's in the Bible!

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  17. AnonymousJanuary 10, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    I popped in to see your blog because Rhoda talked about it. LOVE it! Love your house, garden, colors, etc. But I most especially love that you watch the Gilmore Girls! :) Anyone that is hooked on them like I am is tops in my book! lol. ~Pegy in TN

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  18. Cottage 1945January 10, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    I love the colors in your home! That card is great and sent by a pastor's wife-too funny.

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  19. NatashaJanuary 10, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    Your house has such beautiful spring colours! I love the girlie palette, but my honey would never go for it.

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  20. Leslie @ Farm Fresh FunJanuary 10, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    Aaaah. Always love my visits here. Every part! That card kicks... ;-0
    Thanks for the idea of storing my vintage hankies in a jar! I'm all about storing more of my pretties out where I can enjoy even the storage. That's one I hadn't thought to stuff in a jar! Saw another cute link at Donnas party for storing cake sprinkles out on shelves in vintage shakers... I love using old books everywhere - that Anne of Green Gables book sits out here too! Maybe soon I'll have an organized and colorful house. (Don't hold your breath on the organized part. Tho colorful chaos abounds!)
    hugs,
    Leslie

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  21. AprilJanuary 10, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    Breath taking!! Love the card too, I have "church lady" friend who would totally get it.

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  22. Shannan MartinJanuary 10, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    Hey - I know that aqua-lidded jar!!

    You are the Queen of McCoyville, and that's a high, high compliment. It pains me that I have never seen your digs or your garden or your dudes in person...

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  23. Into VintageJanuary 10, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Oh, for the love of piebirds - yours is a cutie! And in an odd coincidence, I have received that exact same card along with it's sister card, "Make your own d*** dinner," which is hanging out on my refrigerator. :-)

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  24. AnonymousJanuary 10, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    The Gilmore Girls keep me company too! Lorelai lives on! Nothing better than listening to their creative banter to get you through the drudgery of household cleaning. If you like GG check out Answer Man staring Lauren Graham and Jeff Daniels. Great little movie.

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  25. HeidiJanuary 10, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    Beautiful! I love your blog, it's like sunlight on a dreary NW rainy day. :) I love all the pictures, but had to comment on the "Anne's House of Dreams" book, since it is my favorite of the "Anne" books. Are you an Anne fan too, or just like the book's color? :)

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  26. ReeveJanuary 10, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    ESPECIALLY Kirk.
    Oh yay! A GG fan! I. Am. So. Happy!! They truly can make any chore, any life problem, any anything - fun!! :)

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  27. KellyJanuary 10, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Love, love, love the glimpses of your house! It's so beautiful and peaceful and I feel like I want to rent your fabulous guest room for a vacation. :)

    (love the card! :))

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  28. Andy's AtticJanuary 10, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    Love your pottery!! Luscious colors. And the card is true for YOUR garden. Love it too.
    Annette

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  29. KellyJanuary 10, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    I need some inspiration, but I despise taking photos indoor. Your photos really cheer me up. I love that Bingo card! Is it the only one? (a winner everytime?) Hopefully this winter thing will be over soon!

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  30. VivianeJanuary 10, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    I can't wait for the photography page! this is something I have been itching to take up for years and your blog gave me that extra push!

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  31. Denise CJanuary 10, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    Today, in between painting furniture and everyday tasks, I read your entire blog. I happened upon Rhoda's (Southern Hospitality) feature post about you. I saw the photos and lost my breath, swooned, had an attack of the vapors, etc. That's only a mild axageration. I love your house, love your flowers, love your style, love your colors, love your photography, I even love your holey blue Gap hoodie. Wonderful!!! Please keep blogging. I look forward to reading about more rooms in your home.

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  32. Karen Thomason/Gordon Setter CrossingJanuary 10, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    I very much enjoyed the tour. You have such pretty things and group them in an artistic way that is soothing to the eye. Nice going! Love that card too!

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  33. Robin JohnsonJanuary 10, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    Teresa, If I had not been convinced before that I would find your home to be a dream come true your photos today would have sealed the deal! Your lovely treasures scattered around are truly beautiful and your talent for color and arragements is an inspiration.

    Now about that card - - it's just so funny! I haven't been able to stop giggling about it. Even told my hubby about it and he gave up a little chuckle too!

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  34. Pam KesslerJanuary 11, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    I will have to check out the photo challenge. Sounds like fun. And those aqua pottery pieces are beautiful. Great photos!

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  35. ShannJanuary 11, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    Ok...the card is even more funny since your friend is a pastors wife. :) And, your colors ARE-TO-DIE-FOR. Just saying.

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  36. kImberly at mimicharmanteJanuary 11, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    I love the color you have in your home! It must keep things so cheerful through the winter months. That being said, it probably doesn't get nearly as gray there as it does here in the winter...
    Thanks for sharing - can't wait to see what you are doing in that front room!
    xx

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  37. Dawn GrossJanuary 11, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Love the blog! Found it over the weekend and went back and read through old posts while the hubby and kids watched football! Your photos are lovely!

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  38. AnonymousJanuary 11, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    That card is a riot. I think I would totally love your pastor's wife too. Wish I could say the same about my sad garden, but alas, it does not exactly kick a**.

    Great photos & lovely blog. My first time here (via Rhoda @ Southernhospitalityblog.com)

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  39. Designing DomesticityJanuary 11, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    Congrats - you've been awarded the stylish blogger award! Come check it out: http://designingdomesticity.blogspot.com/2011/01/stylish-blogger-award.html

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  40. River-RoseJanuary 11, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    I am new to Meadow Brook and find your writing and photos joyous! So pretty!

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  41. nateandkatesmomJanuary 11, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    Love your photos! You make all those ordinary things around your house look so fabulous! Of course I'm sure everything in your house IS fabulous! That is pretty funny that the card came form a Pastors wife. She's got a good sense of humor!

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  42. Gypsy HeartJanuary 11, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    Thanks so much for stopping by ~ I really appreciate it!

    Your photos are beautiful, as is your home. Can't wait to see what you're doing with a new paint job, etc. The card is great!! Makes me smile to know that a pastor's wife is "real" and not acting like the church lady. :-) The word is in the Bible...no problem!

    Hope you're having a great week ~
    Pat

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  43. TheresaJanuary 11, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Wow, just found you through Southern Hospitality. You have blown my mind! I love the house - I made my husband come over to the computer to see the before and after pics, to prove to him that people really do "tear" into renovation projects. And I love the color scheme throughout the house! I hope that if we ever redecorate, you'll be offering your services!

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  44. Twisted SisterJanuary 11, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    The pretty greens and blues makes my soul go "ahhhhhh". And, your BFF rocks!

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  45. Rebekah of Schenewark FarmJanuary 11, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    I'm going to have to get in on that project! :)

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  46. AngelJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    Very beautiful decorations :) Awesome !

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  47. DeborahJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:28 AM

    I love, love, love the colour of the wood in your 3rd photo!! Gorgeous!
    Im trying to take this challenge about the photo-taking.
    I'm not sure if I signed up properly or not ?
    Thanks for dropping by! :)

    Deborah xo

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  48. Janie FoxJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:51 AM

    Your pictures are so great! I have never been a picture taker. I am the one who showed up at every high school and college graduation and left the camera on the kitchen table or in the car!
    I have noticed that the pictures I have recently taken for my blog are not very good though. Blurry and blah. Blogs have shown me the difference in a photograph and just a plain ol' pic. Me got some learning to do if I want the former.But, I am lazy. so for now I will just ogle yours! And your garden does kick some major a**!!

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  49. CindyJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    Hi Teresa,
    I'm not totally sure of what yo are doing in your living room, but whatever it is I know it is going to be gorgeous! Your colors are so fresh and pretty, I can't wait to see the outcome.
    Thanks so much for visiting me back, so nice to meet Christian ladies.
    Hugs, Cindy

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  50. Privet and HollyJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Looking forward to
    those photo FAQ's!!
    Your photos were some
    of the first in Blog
    Land that I really
    loved. I gave that
    same lady/saying on
    that card to a friend
    in the form of a car
    air freshener! And
    yes, her garden really
    kicks a**, too!
    xx Suzanne

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  51. Brenda PruittJanuary 12, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    These photos just made me smile and feel all warm inside. The essence of cozy bespeaks your photos!
    Brenda

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  52. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    I love all the photos! My goal for 2011 is to also take a photo class at our community college. Also love the card from the Pastor's wife...cracks me up.

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  53. nicJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    haHA! those pastors' wives are the worst, let me tell ya.

    ps i'd like to marry your house, please. and most especially your vintage camera. holy smoleys, that thing is delicious.

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  54. Cottage MommyJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    I hope you do more little glimpses from around your house...just love it all! In regards to the mag life:beautiful..I found it at Winco but someone else who is in California said their Costco has it as well! Happy hunting!

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  55. Jayme Goffin, The Coop KeeperJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    T! I love it. Your photos have such a lightness to them that I adore. I have a pin of that card - and I wore it during my garden walk. I wear it proudly! Miss you!

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  56. gbJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Just found your blog and am inspired by the freshness of it. Love all the colors. Plus I heart the Gilmore Girls too and that card is too funny.
    Thank you for the inspiration.

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  57. TaviaJanuary 18, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    I just had the best time looking through your blog. It was like having a magazine where every page you turned was better then the last. Great job! Really fantastic...I will be back for sure. Thank you :)

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  58. Jane WindhamJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    I just found your blog today after googling "cottage blogs." I am blown away with your superb photography. I just started my own blog a few weeks ago:http://cottageatthecrossroads.com/
    We,too,left the rat race and moved to the country. We had our first garden last summer. I am so inspired by your blog.

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