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What a beautiful personal space. I can't imagine how anyone sees this as cluttered. I see it brim full of personality. So much better than "cookie cutter". I do have two thoughts but I am not being negative. #1 the book case next to the fireplace in the dinning room could be rearranged to highlight some of your treasures. #2 The "vinyl" collection by a window with added weight made my heart flutter. It looks great but I cherish my collection and treat it with kid gloves and would hate to see your awesome collection ruined. Thanks for sharing.

This is the absolute best post about "Home" I have ever read. It has put all of my thoughts and feeling about my home in print. I have printed and shared this list with a number of friends. These are the rules I live by. My home nurtures me and all who enter. It is an empty nest now but still provides love, warmth and safety for me and my family when they are here. Thank you so much for this post.

Can't believe how much of this stuff I have and use. My favorite is the Sheet Music cabinet I am using as a night table on one side of my bed. Looks perfect with my 1946 Bedroom Set made of Dark Cherry that belonged to my parents when they were first married. I also use a solid wood coat tree from the 40's in my bedroom. It holds frequently used scarves and belts and the front hook hold the outfit I just wore or will wear the next day. My Danish Modern Sewing cabinet is now used as a Lady's desk and the matching Cedar Chest as a bench in my guest room. Where else would I store my winter comforters and drapes then the summer linen items? My built in bookcases will never go out of style in my lifetime but I could sure live without this Grandfather clock!

I read up to "Rats in the Walls" and stopped. Decided to flip through the pictures anyway. Very pretty make up on a very dirty face.

After 4 days and nights of "Action Over Load" I paid the price on Monday at work. Thought I would fall asleep and land on the floor during a business meeting. It has been YEARS since I felt like that and it reminded me of why I made such an effort to get the Sleep Habits in check. #1 temperature is very important, the cooler the better. #2 a clean, neat bed with comfortable linens and blankets. #3 keep up with clutter in the bed room. #4 avoid ALL electronics at least 1 hour before bed. #5 keep it dark. #5 stretch out, let your body relax before turning on your side or curling up. #6 don't be afraid to sleep 9 or 10 hours if you need it to rejuvenate your body. #7 I found this pattern has eliminated the need for a nap after work. If I am more tired than usual I just go to bed earlier.

Maybe a seasonal head cover such as a straw hat, on the Boar's head would lighten it up a bit. Beautiful apartment. Very well done.

I had to go back and view the tour again. There was something I didn't quite like but wasn't sure what it was. They need some closed storage in the kitchen. The few things on display make it seem cluttered. I'm also wary of the open wood slats. Seems unsanitary in a kitchen. My maternal instincts wouldn't even let me take a 2nd look at the deck without railing. The projects already completed are beautiful. This is a couple with talent. You are on your way to a beautiful home. I would also like to see this tour again in about a year. Keep up the good work and best of luck with your renovations.

You made a great choice. I had this same desk as a child along with the matching "swivel" chair that adjusted for height. It was my pride and joy. Thankfully I kept them and my grandchildren are making good use of it. My son-in-law refinished it and it is now almost the same shade as yours. Saw a similar desk in a catalog recently for $100 plus dollars. We found the original price ...$29.00. Great job!

Oh how I love your Library/Den..............
I agree that you should put a book together. I would pre-order. Just beautiful. Wish I had your talent.

Had to join in this conversation. So glad I am not the only one with 300 plus cook books. ( I will have to take a count) I agree with every "hoarder" in this post as for reasons to keep them. I remember when the only book I had in 1967 was Betty Crocker. "Betty" is still my first point of reference with a stain on every page. Then the Betty Crocker Series I received free with box tops and labels. These same books are now selling for $30.00.
My grandchildren enjoy leafing thru them for the comments in the edges knowing that their Mom or Dad liked this recipe when they were their age. All of the different stages of my life are recorded in my Cook Book collection and then some. I'm a widowed empty nester now and back to work full time. Fast and Easy for me these days. I am looking forward to retirement and being able to have big Sunday dinners for my family once again. I really miss trying new recipes. I have cut down on buying cookbooks as best I can. It has to be special to me. The "French Laundry" was my last big splurge but it is more of the coffee table variety. Thanks for listening.