I am convinced that I was always meant to be here. This house is me and I am it. And you guys know how much I love routines and how they keep me grounded, this house does that for me. I move by the rhythms of the light now.
No matter where I sit inside I see beautiful green views from every single window. I don't see other structures or homes. I just recently noticed this.
When the sun is just about to set it casts this beautiful golden glow on everything green outside and it is dead set magical. That's my cue to close the drapes throughout the house and move to the bedroom to start my night routine of a wicked hot bath and my beautiful sheets. I read til I drift off knowing there is nowhere I'd rather be. x
Your home is totally charming. I bought the Cottages & Bungalows issue, as I really enjoy having a physical copy to look at. I especially like the wallpaper in your bedroom!
ReplyDeletethank u so much. how kind of u! xo
DeleteSo lovely....Thank you for continuing your beautiful blog, Janet. It is a treat each time you post!
ReplyDeleteso glad you are back
ReplyDeleteHello Janet, I'm delighted to see that you have begun posting again and I've just caught up on your recent posts. The house is looking beautiful as ever. You sound content, I'm looking forward to any future posts you write, it's always a lovely moment in the day to read your thoughts and see your images.
ReplyDeleteJanet, such a beautiful post. Although I live in a totally different ambience your lovely home has inspired me to make a few interior changes. Nothing expensive just little things to make my home mine now I am on my own. Contentment is beginning to return.
ReplyDeleteI would love a more detailed "look" at your routines that ground you - but only if you want to obviously. You have the best life and house!
ReplyDeletei can try!
DeleteI love this! Love reading about routines. Can I ask what brand your favorite sheets are?
ReplyDeletethese are Matteo. wait for their 50% off sales!
DeleteYes please to a routines post! Your house is gorgeous and I am always inspired after reading your blog - thanks for taking the time to write!
ReplyDeleteGood morning Janet - You have a beautiful way of expressing yourself. I live in Fairhope, AL right on the bay in a small townhome that I absolutely adore. I also have a routine and I am so attached to it! I walk to my pier every night....watch the sun go down over the water .. watch the heron's, pelicans and ducks ....always so grateful for being able to do this....then come in for my nightly routine. It took me a while to find my peace after my husband's death. But now.... I feel so fortunate to be exactly where I am. So glad you have your magical place too!
ReplyDeleteJanet, I couldn't wish for anything nicer for you, other than to have Larry still with you to share it of course. The feeling you describe is one that I have searched for in vain my whole life, since my lost youth ;-) I am deeply envious of you, but I am also so very, very happy for you too. I love this post, and your photos with it. Thank you for writing it.
ReplyDeleteErina xo
I love your calm, gentle energy and the little corner of paradise you’ve created.
ReplyDeleteI was adrift for a very long time after my husband died. Married 43 years, my life had come to revolve around him, and gladly. It's ten years hence (7/17/13 when he died) and I have found that when I've tackled a difficult project and succeeded admirably, I think to myself, "David would be so proud of me."
ReplyDeleteI just discovered that you are back to blogging. So glad you are. I've always loved your posts. You sound peaceful and content.
ReplyDeleteHouses have souls <3
ReplyDeleteI’m enjoying seeing your posts again and totally get how you enjoy your home. I also love being around mine and actually hate leaving it when I need to travel to see family overseas or for work. Well, obviously I love seeing my family, but you know what I mean. Your garden looks beautiful too!
ReplyDeleteSo lovely to see you writing your lovely blog again. Greetings from Cape Town South Africa.
ReplyDeleteMy husband of 54 years recently died and your posts are very meaningful to me. You give me peace and hope and insight or the future. I am going to go back and read past posts. Thank you for being here. marywyatt
ReplyDeleteSo glad to see you posting again, Janet! I go back and read your previous posts from way back from time to time. It would be wonderful to hear more about your routine and what your current meals look like.
ReplyDeleteYou have decorated your home with such care and attention to detail and a a result it’s a a cozy cottage. It must be a haven of peace and tranquility…I can only imagine the joy it brings to you.
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Hostess of the Humble Bungalow.
I love hearing your routines. It is so lovely to look out any window and only see greenery. I gravitate to windows with that as well in my own home. Hearing bird song also brings me peace and is why I enjoy my back porch so much.
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I so get this. the other day I had a nightmare that I lived in an apartment after I sold my home many years ago. I really hated it and felt such regret. then I woke up. the windows were open and there was a breeze blowing through the trees outside, there were birds at the feeder. I felt such relief and gratitude that I was living where I am, have been for over 20 years. I see my small patio garden, the herbs and flowers flourishing. Darby
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful! It is so nice to see you back.
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You paint such a beautiful picture with your words, Janet. I'm so happy that you are posting again. I never get tired of reading. xo
ReplyDeleteI’m so happy to see you posting again. You have such a singular voice that radiates peace and kindness. Thank you for sharing your life and love of your beautiful home.
ReplyDeleteThank you everyone for your kind words. I'm really happy to be back! I'm starting to feel connected to the world again. Thank you for your patience. xo
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful. Very inspiring
ReplyDeleteHi Janet, it is SO good to have you back! You have been missed, but totally understand your radio silence. From Darlene in NZ
ReplyDeleteHello Janet - I love that Golden Hour.... I can't stand living in apartments anymore: I thought that would be our future as we navigate early old age(!) but I can't cope at all. I want a garden and a golden hour and a view with no neighbours (even though they are there) and trees and roses. I love the smallness; the human-scale of your home. And I want routines. I'm so random it's exhausting. I know you've written a series about your routines (I printed out the posts, however, I can't get them to fit to the suburbs of northern London! However, please do write more about them. I need an absolute blueprint for a day. Living with the light has been a life-long goal ever since I visited a woman in Arizona who did just that - she used candles for a short time after nightfall but fell asleep shortly afterwards. She rose at dawn. I just love that. Much love. Anna.
ReplyDeleteSwoon! What a gem of a house. Redlands seems full of magnificent homes and I love seeing them restored. Your touches are perfection and that dining room RL wallpaper so wonderful. So glad you were able to share this masterpiece. I’m sure the family who lives here will have years and years of joy continuing to decorate and style this real treasure. And lucky for them they have you! xo
ReplyDeleteSo happy your back! Absolutely love your home, so inspiring!
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