Love this (real) board and batten from the Newly Woodwards
completed for a Procrastinator Project!
I think her husband deserves “Husband of the Year”
from The Inspired Room.
I just finished going through every single AFTER photo on the Procrastinator Party. Wow, that was fun! I hope I didn’t miss anyone. I really had a great time seeing what you all did and accomplished while I was busily painting my own cabinet! Felt like we were all neighbors checking in on each other, didn’t it? Love that about blog land!
One sweet lady even started a blog (called Welcome Home) as her procrastinator project! I love it! And because I don’t want to hoard all the best blog commenters in the world to myself, maybe you could take a moment to buzz over here to congratulate her on ending her procrastination and starting a blog…go ahead, I’ll wait….click here to visit her…
Oh, how I adore this idea for a pillow from Bay Buttons…
If you think you can’t get much done in a week, check out this before and after from Leaving Footprints, taken just one week apart!
From unfinished to finished room! Great job!
You ALL did a great job Procrastinators! Next party…January!
Ok, now…for the big SURPRISE!
I’ve had to keep a little secret from you. Due to the public nature of blogs, I was unable to tell you all that just about 30 days ago we got THREE offers on our house in PORTLAND!!!!! Not one. Not two. THREE! Yes. After that ridiculously long summer of silence, I am happy to report that as of YESTERDAY, my house is SOLD. Gone.
Now, we didn’t make as much money as we should have with this sale BUT, we didn’t lose our shirts either so we have to be grateful for what we have. I’m just happy to have it sold before the holidays! Even after all the effort to get it sold, it felt a little bittersweet knowing my house (and kitchen, whahah) has gone to someone else, but I’m excited about our new life here in Washington so it will be OK.
And as of Monday, if all goes according to plan, we will own the house we live in and we can call this chapter of life DONE. You know I”ll be breaking out the paint can as soon as the deed is recorded. Yes I will.
Thanks for all of your prayers, support, comments and encouragement these long months. Truly, I feel like I could use about a month vacation in Hawaii to recover from this year. It was filled with unknowns and stress and hard work! But I am happy to be on the other side and ready to move forward!
So, get ready for many more projects and before and afters around The Inspired Room! All on a budget of, well, zero. Yes, that should be interesting. Let’s see what I can come up with. I’ll be scouring blogland for inspiration, that is FOR SURE!
It IS a beautiful Friday…let’s share what made this week beautiful!
PS. Enjoy the Procrastinator Party AFTER photos here! And, I keep forgetting to send people over to my tumblr…I do add links to it from time to time so check it out!!
Congratulations on the sale of your home! Looking forward to what projects you now launch into!
Janell
.-= Janell Beals´s last blog ..Ladies Night Out In The Neighborhood =-.
Oh my gosh! I’m so excited and relieved for you that you sold your home, and were able to purchase your new one. I know it must be bittersweet saying goodbye to your gorgeous kitchen, but I’m so thrilled for you and your new adventure.
XO – AnNicole
.-= AnNicole@OurSuburbanCottage´s last blog ..In An Accessory Rut? =-.
Congratulations on the sale of your house and the purchase of your new home! Won’t we have fun seeing what you do with this place!
God’s timing is always perfect!
.-= Deanna´s last blog ..Autumn At Creekside Cottage =-.
Such great news!!! It was an amazing house, but so glad it finally sold. And can’t wait to see what you do in the new one.
Melissa,
I’m happy you can move on to a new chapter in your life. Your Portland home was lovely and now you will have a fun new design challenge.
Cathy
.-= The Stylish House´s last blog ..Audrey’s Tiffany Box Blue! =-.
AWESOME! I was hoping that was your news. Finally, but three at once. God is Good, isn’t he?
.-= Karen B´s last blog ..Paperback Pumpkins =-.
Congratulations on the sale of your home. What a relief! Now you can relax a little and feel the stress melt away. I can’t wait to see what paint colors you pull out of your hat for your new home. Have a beautiful weekend.
.-= Leanne´s last blog ..Autumn in Utah =-.
What a sweet blessing! Now I can’t wait to see your new projects on your new home!
Hugs,
Cathie
.-= Catherine´s last blog ..Autumn Spice Cupcake Painting =-.
Oh what wonderful news, Melissa! It’s never easy waiting for God’s timing, but always worth it to look back.
blessings on you and your family,
Lorrie
CONGRATULATIONS! Ooh, I took a sigh of “Ahh, it’s done!” for you.
I love your blog and I love this procrastinator’s party, too (even though I didn’t participate…!).
YIPEEEEEE HALLELUJAH! THIS IS THE BEST NEWS EVER!So glad for you and your precious family to finally have this burden lifted off of you. So very very glad! We should celebrate somehow….maybe with another cup of coffee! hahaha….Melissa this is wonderful, and I know you are so appreciative of having this happen.
Give your self a big yippeee hug from me!
Blessings,
Debbie@Ribbonwood
.-= Debbie´s last blog ..Fall Home Tour =-.
Praise God, Melissa,
God is Soooo Faithful! It’s been great to watch the grace of patience that God has given you through all of this!
Hugs, Jan
.-= Jan Ogden´s last blog ..Fruit Sauces- Serves Many Purposes =-.
Congratulations! I hope that’s a lot of stress you can knock off your shoulders now!
.-= Sarah @ Dream In Domestic´s last blog ..Thankful Thursday: Modern Science & Medicine =-.
Praise God! I know this was a huge stress for you. What a blessing to have it DONE!
.-= the BLAH BLAH BLAHger´s last blog ..Happy Birthday, Lindsay! =-.
Ya.It is lovely.You just not need good taste,but the atmosphere to make it execute too!Kudos
.-= Ramakrishna´s last blog ..I went to a movie =-.
Wow, congratulations on the sale of your home, that must be a huge relief! Good news!
Congrats! I’m so happy for you. We went through a similar situation over the summer. We finally moved into our new home in early September. So there are many to do projects on my list. I will be looking to you for inspiration.
Have a great weekend!
.-= Jackie@Lilolu´s last blog ..Little House on the Prairie =-.
Bravo Melissa! It’s just wonderful to hear that you have sold your house! I could not be happier for you!
And the procrastinator’s projects are so fun!
Thanks for putting a smile on my face every time I visit your blog!
Genevieve
Whoo-hoo! Doin’ some Happy Dancin’ for you! (picture the dance done in Charlie Brown Christmas).
Oh, now you can buy the house you are in, and paint, and hang things on the walls, and change things around, and…and…and…
What decorating bliss yet to be experienced in the months to come!
Now, to be serious, we have to start praying for the purchase process of the house you are in so that the move will be ‘full circle’ so to speak.
You and your family are in our prayers Melissa!;)
Yay! Congrats on selling your home! It must feel like a big weight has been lifted off your chest. So happy for you!
.-= Cara´s last blog ..Pants for Skinny Kids =-.
Congratulations on selling your house Melissa! Thanks for continuing to INSPIRE me with your posts!
.-= Aimee´s last blog ..9 Months Old =-.
Oh, Melissa, I am so glad. So very glad for you. What wonderful news–and what lucky buyers! I’m thinking that your old house must have a blessing built right in, just for having been your house for all that time. And now you can work your magic on your new house!
Blessings for a wonderful weekend!
.-= Richella´s last blog ..An autumn house tour =-.
WOO HOOOOO
hooray! congrats!
Gussy
.-= Gussy´s last blog ..{4 memories of summer} =-.
BIG congratulations Melissa! I cant wait to see your new chapter of paint cans and super inspiring projects!
.-= Liz´s last blog ..How To Recover A Vintage Lampshade Without Burning Your Fingerprints Off and Yelling So Loudly The Dog Hides Under The Dining Room Table =-.
I was sooo hoping that was the big surprise! Now you can start adding some special touches to your new place…and just in time for the holidays!
Congratulations and I think it must have happened when it was supposed to, for whatever reason. I am sure some day you will look back and see why it just sold now.
.-= Jocelyn Stott´s last blog ..Daydreams =-.
Congrats on your home sale!!! We are in the same boat with a house we need to sell after moving from VA to TN – we jokingly call it our “summer home” but that stress is so incredibly frustrating. That and the need to want to decorate everything in sight without the ability to do so! Honestly that is part of the reason I started blogging – I keep finding all this great stuff online and have no place to put it! So again – congrats!
.-= Jess @ Frugal with a Flourish´s last blog ..Frugal Foods – Ginger Garlic Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry =-.
CONGRATS!
what a relief that must be for you
.-= sarah { abeachcottage }´s last blog ..A Great Beach Cottage Find ~ Vintage ‘Glory Box’ Before =-.
I am soooo happy for you guys! Now you can truly start the next chapter of your life. And before the holidays too! We rented this house before we bought it too. Made a huge difference to be able to do what we wanted in regards to changes. I’m just so relieved for you. Congratulations, and celebrate this weekend!
Brenda
.-= Brenda Kula´s last blog ..Kitchen Banquettes Save Space =-.
Cograts on selling your home. We had a similar situation when we moved from Seattle to Maryland. It was nerve wracking and we were relieved when it was over.
Thank you for your generous mention about my blog. The good will and visits from your faithful readers has been tremendous!
I publicly thank you in the post I wrote today.
.-= Jill´s last blog ..You like me…You really like me =-.
Thanks for the shout-out. That just made my Friday. =)
And, I let hubby know he was nominated for Husband of the Year. Color him thrilled. He cannot wipe the smile off his face.
.-= Kim @ NewlyWoodwards´s last blog ..House hunters – in-law edition =-.
Thank you ladies! I’m so touched that you are all excited along with me…you are the BEST!! xoxo
.-= melissa @ the inspired room´s last blog ..Inspiring Finds & A Big Surprise REVEALED! =-.
Congratulations! It sounds like things are coming together now and I can’t wait to see what you have in store for us next! Have a great weekend…;p
.-= joanne´s last blog ..Heartfelt Friday… =-.
wonderful news! congratulations on your house sale, and those are some lucky new owners! i can’t wait to see what you do with your new home!
SO FANTASTIC!!!!!!!!!
I am so happy for you!!! I know this has been a rough year. Now you can start nesting in your new home!!
Hugs,
Penny
Congratulations on selling your house. It’s been a rough year but I’m sure there were many blessing along the way.
melissa…i am so happy for you selling the house…i have not been as fortunate…mine has lingered in a bad market for 3 years now…soon to be gone, but not as i wished…so we are both beginning new chapters…i love where your blog has gone since we first met…you are one talented gal and i am always inspired by you…i started a new online magazine/radio show called Artistically Speaking (www.artisticallyspeaking.com)…so i will have plenty to keep me busy…hugs, rebecca
.-= Cre8Tiva/Rebecca E. Parsons´s last blog ..you are my sunshine…somer thompson… =-.
Oh happy, happy news! Now bring on the holidays!
Smiles ~ Ramona
.-= Ramona Owen´s last blog ..Hooked on House Tours…Yep, I’m Hooked! =-.
Congratulations on the sale of your house. That’s wonderful!! It sounds like you’re enjoying your new location. If and when the day ever comes that we sell this house that we’re currently in, I know I’ll be so sad. To me, your home is a member of your family. As long as the new family that buys it is a good one it’s a little easier. I just discovered your blog recently and I look forward to catching up on past posts.
~ Wendy
http://Crickleberrycottage.blogspot.com/
.-= Wendy McDonagh-Valentine´s last blog ..Strength Comes in Many Forms and a Sunday Saying . . . =-.
YAY~!! for you! I understand the stress of having 2 houses! (BTDT) I absolutely can’t wait to see your projects now that you have a full tank of gas!!
Yipee! Praise God for the blessings!
Warmly,
Susan.
.-= Susan´s last blog ..Day 1 =-.
YEAH!!!!!! Mazel Tov. I’m so happy for you!
.-= lylah ledner´s last blog ..Courtyard Fountains =-.
Oh Happy Day!! Rejoicing with you!!
.-= Becky B´s last blog ..Who Wants To Go Back To The 60′s? =-.
Hooray for the closing! That’s such great news!
.-= living with lindsay´s last blog ..Come Shopping for Some Vintage Goodies With Me =-.
I’m thrilled for you! I was hoping this news would be your big reveal! I can’t wait till you get everything signed today and start making this new place really feel like yours. A big happy hug for you from Scotland. I’m glad your prayers were answered.
.-= janice | Sharing the Journey´s last blog ..Clutter: What are You Really Holding Onto…and Why? =-.
Congratulations Melissa. What a wonderful thing, finally!
.-= Puna´s last blog ..Oakcrest @ Home, 2009 =-.
I realized I never gave you a proper shout out!! THANK YOU for showcasing my master bedroom makeover!! It means a lot to me that YOU liked it!! Congrats on your house selling.
.-= Barbie´s last blog ..My Latest Find =-.
REJOICING WITH YOU!!!!