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Monday, February 3, 2014

A Peek At My New House!

We closed on the house on Friday! We spent the weekend there, sleeping on an air mattress and eating our meals out. We have not bought furniture yet except for a sectional that will be delivered later.  We spent our time measuring, exploring, and planning. 


You can see that the house is built on a hill. It is at the top of a ridge and has beautiful views of the Texas Hill Country. It is winter here and the hill country gets colder weather than Pleasanton does, so I'll have to wait a few weeks until things start blooming and budding to know what is here. The trees in front of the house are Spanish Oaks. The house is built of the white limestone that is so prevalent in this area.

 The previous owners put a lot of thought and detail into the building of the house. It's a great house! but we plan on doing some updating since the house is 18 years old.
Do you see this door on the lower level? This leads to my new sewing room! (I also have stairs inside that lead down to it.) It will not be first on the list for remodeling, but I will be able to use it anyway! 

 As we drove up to the house, some of the deer in the area were there to welcome us!  It will be a challenge to keep them from eating my flowers and fruit, but we will enjoy seeing them!

 I will keep you updated on our progress on the house. 

Be sure to join me on February 5 for my day in the Don't Let the Door Stop You Blog Hop.  It is running in conjunction with the She Who Sews Blog Hop. You can click on the button for either on the side bar to be taken to the list of hoppers. I'll see you then!
                                                    
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55 comments:

  1. Marjorie's Busy CornerFebruary 3, 2014 at 4:01 PM

    Ohhhhhhhh Linda!!! This home is beautiful...so happy for you. And the deer are a plus.

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  2. Terry@ a quilting blogFebruary 3, 2014 at 4:16 PM

    Congratulations on your new home! Look forward to seeing more pics :)

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  3. JeanieFebruary 3, 2014 at 4:25 PM

    Absolutely breathtaking! May you be blessed with many, many happy, healthy years in your new home!

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  4. sunnyFebruary 3, 2014 at 4:37 PM

    I'm so happy for you! It looks like a lovely house, and it looks like you'll get a lot of natural light. And a new sewing room! I know you've been well cared for over the past few months, but it must feel wonderful to sleep under your own roof.

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  5. Britt-IngerFebruary 3, 2014 at 4:47 PM

    Oh Linda this is a wonderful house. I am sure that you will enjoy living in the house and will have many happy years there.

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  6. StitchinByTheLakeFebruary 3, 2014 at 5:02 PM

    Wow - I love the look of this house! What an amazing view I bet you have. :) blessings, marlene

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  7. ShariFebruary 3, 2014 at 5:04 PM

    Wow...how wonderful for you. Congratulations on making it home!

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  8. Connie Kresin CampbellFebruary 3, 2014 at 5:20 PM

    What a beautiful home Linda, can't wait to see more of it!

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  9. tink's momFebruary 3, 2014 at 5:25 PM

    LInda wishing you both nothing but Health and Happiness in your new home. It looks wonderful. love the welcoming committee

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  10. Mary W QuiltsFebruary 3, 2014 at 5:43 PM

    It sew beautiful! I love the trees and the windows. Best wishes, Mary

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  11. DeborahFebruary 3, 2014 at 5:49 PM

    Home Sweet Home!!! It's beautiful with such gorgeous scenery!

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  12. SparkyFebruary 3, 2014 at 5:52 PM

    How wonderful, a new home with new beginnings…new memories to create and certainly a view that is really breathtaking…BRAVO, for every cloud there is certainly a silver lining!

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  13. DonnaFebruary 3, 2014 at 6:13 PM

    Congratulations! Your new home is lovely.

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  14. AnonymousFebruary 3, 2014 at 6:14 PM

    Congrats on the new house! It looks beautiful. :)

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  15. Kathy @ Kwilty PleasuresFebruary 3, 2014 at 6:15 PM

    Dreamy!!!! Love it,

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  16. KaHollyFebruary 3, 2014 at 7:05 PM

    Oh, Linda, your new house is just grand!! Congratulations!

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  17. CarolFebruary 3, 2014 at 7:23 PM

    Congratulations. What a beautiful house. I know you will have fun decorating your fabulous new sewing studio.

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  18. Joyce CarterFebruary 3, 2014 at 7:35 PM

    Hi Linda. I am so happy and excited for you. The house looks beautiful from what I can see. It also looks BIG. Congratulations. I know you are going to enjoy fixing it up as your own and having fun decorating it the way you want it. Can't wait to see more pictures.

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  19. sew.darn.quiltFebruary 3, 2014 at 8:32 PM

    Congratulations to you both! It's lovely on the outside, can't wait to have a peek on the inside :)
    Enjoy!!

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  20. WoolenSailsFebruary 3, 2014 at 9:03 PM

    Your home is beautiful and I look forward to seeing how you decorate your new home.

    Debbie

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  21. sandraFebruary 3, 2014 at 9:41 PM

    Linda what a beautiful home!! I am so happy for you and will look forward to seeing more pictures as you do things. Looking out at those deers and the beautiful views it will bring you so much peace after all you have been through. Blessings Sandra

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  22. Laugh Yourself into StitchesFebruary 3, 2014 at 10:43 PM

    I'm so happy for you Linda. Can't wait to see your new sewing room! My best to you. ~karen

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  23. Laugh Yourself into StitchesFebruary 3, 2014 at 10:44 PM

    I'm so happy for you Linda. Can't wait to see your new sewing room! My best to you. ~karen

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  24. VickieFebruary 3, 2014 at 10:51 PM

    It has that beautiful Austin stone ! Love it ! Can't wait to see the inside !

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    1. CarlaFebruary 3, 2014 at 11:21 PM

      How wonderful for you! I'm imagining you camping out there....such a fun memory for you to have through the years. Enjoy making your new house a home!

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  25. Amy's Crafty ShenanigansFebruary 4, 2014 at 1:40 AM

    I am so happy for you - it looks like an awesome home :)

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  26. SusanFebruary 4, 2014 at 1:45 AM

    Oh, Linda, this is more wonderful than I could ever imagine your house would be! What a handsome looking house! I hope you have a great time making it your 'home'!

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  27. NoelaFebruary 4, 2014 at 3:47 AM

    What a gorgeous house. Will look forward to seeing how you decorate it. Hugs......

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  28. Gene BlackFebruary 4, 2014 at 5:58 AM

    The house is lovely. It appears that you will have a nice large sewing room. Yaaay!

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  29. dawnFebruary 4, 2014 at 7:43 AM

    Just beautiful Linda! Congratulations!

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  30. Needled MomFebruary 4, 2014 at 9:06 AM

    It looks beautiful and I am sure you can hardly wait to get settled in it.

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  31. Farm QuilterFebruary 4, 2014 at 9:51 AM

    Fabulous house!!! Especially with a sewing room with outdoor access and DEER!!! Yes, deer will eat everything in your yard but they are so pretty!! I live with deer as well (on a farm in the middle of nowhere) and love seeing them in my yard, in the fields and hills around the farm. I have a farm dog so they generally leave my garden alone, so I can't give you any tips (except for high fences) to controlling them. Enjoy you new home and I look forward to some inside pictures as you get settled!!! Congratulations :)

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  32. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2014 at 10:27 AM

    Outstanding! - Love all of those beautifully large windows. You got a great deal there. Good luck!

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  33. IHaveANotion ~ Kelly JacksonFebruary 4, 2014 at 10:38 AM

    Congrats on the new house...it is lovely. How nice to have a door in your sewing room...the sunlight will be wonderful.
    Smiles,
    Kelly

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  34. carlaFebruary 4, 2014 at 1:50 PM

    Hi!!!! It looks so wonderful!!!! Great house and great views!!!! So happy for you all!!!!

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  35. Christine MFebruary 4, 2014 at 1:57 PM

    How exciting for you Linda. Your new house looks lovely. I'm looking forward to seeing the inside!

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  36. ValspierssewsFebruary 4, 2014 at 2:22 PM

    Your new home looks wonderful. I love the special door to your sewing room.

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  37. LanaFebruary 4, 2014 at 2:37 PM

    I am so excited! You are coming to my side of the world! How fun will it be to "lunch"....hopefully, I will be at the ranch full time soon...Praying we can make the move!!!
    Congratulations!!! I know you two will make this place stunning!!!!

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  38. KeyQuilterFebruary 4, 2014 at 5:44 PM

    It's beautiful! Congrats!

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  39. MuttiFebruary 4, 2014 at 7:15 PM

    Congratulations! What a beautiful home. How fun to have a door in your sewing room and be able to have the fresh air and go out if you wish to sit on the patio to sew or read or think... My sewing room isn't finished either, but I kind of like it the way it is and sew in there or whatever else strikes my fancy. I have a nice chair and lamp for reading and windows all around. PS We saw a dozen long horn sheep today while driving in Garden of the Gods while it snowed. Gorgeous to be out with the animals and the snow against the red rocks!

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  40. sandi sFebruary 4, 2014 at 7:24 PM

    Congrats on moving into your new home! I love the deer in the yard.

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  41. SusanFebruary 4, 2014 at 9:57 PM

    Congratulations on your new home! I hope you will be happy!

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  42. janFebruary 5, 2014 at 1:31 AM

    Hi Linda,
    So glad yall found a new home! Best wishes and many happy memories!
    xo jan

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  43. CatherineFebruary 5, 2014 at 2:56 AM

    Congratulations on your new home! it`s beautiful.

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  44. charlotteFebruary 5, 2014 at 3:57 AM

    So happy for you. It's lovely. Can't wait to see more.

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  45. Sharon BFebruary 5, 2014 at 9:30 AM

    So excited about your new house - can't wait too see your new sewing room as you get it done.

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  46. Cheryl's Teapots2QuiltingFebruary 5, 2014 at 12:52 PM

    What a lovely house! I hope you have bluebonnets and Indian paintbrush close to you. Have fun as you plan each step.

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  47. AnonymousFebruary 5, 2014 at 6:55 PM

    Congratulations on your new house. It looks beautiful.

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  48. JanaramaFebruary 5, 2014 at 8:29 PM

    Congratulations Linda. Your new home is beautiful. May you have many, many healthy and happy years there.

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  49. MoeWestFebruary 5, 2014 at 11:50 PM

    Congratulations on your new home! It looks amazing!

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  50. Anne / Springleaf StudiosFebruary 8, 2014 at 7:04 PM

    Congrats. So happy for you. Wishing you the best with moving in and setting up with all new things.

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  51. Carrie P.February 9, 2014 at 1:10 PM

    congrats on your gorgeous new home. Love the entry way framed with those oaks.

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  52. suzFebruary 10, 2014 at 10:20 AM

    beautiful house! I'm so happy for you and your family -

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  53. ThearicaFebruary 11, 2014 at 5:47 PM

    Your new home is gorgeous! Can't wait to see photos of all your remodeling!

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  54. Gmama JaneMarch 23, 2014 at 7:58 PM

    Linda Isn't it just like God.??..what is taken away is returned 7 x 70 for the better!!!! Do you have to pinch yourself when you look at this beautiful home? I can't wait to see the ways you make it your own. You have such good taste and being so creative, I can only imagine what this house will look like once you make it your HOME!!!
    Blessings
    Gmama Jane

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