Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Dear house,


Are we fighting? Last week I said I miss NYC. And I do. But maybe you took it the wrong way. Lately you seem down. Pouting even. So, I thought I would take this time to list some of the things I like most about you.

For starters, you came with a big refrigerator, not a mini. This means we can have lots of different kinds of peanut butter and jelly.

You have all different colored flowers in the backyard. Some are yellow and black...


...and some are purple with butterflies.

Your kitchen is old and has speckles on the counters. But, we think they add character. Like freckles. (Just to show you how much I care, I've even added a '50s-style filter to this photo. Cause you're old school, house!)

Also, you look pretty in winter.

And have a working fireplace.

And, my favorite part of all, you have a curved red door. Nobody in the city has a curved red door.
House, I love you. You make us happy and keep us warm. You are my favorite house.

Love,
Bee

46 comments:

liza said...

I'm gonna cry. Your house is so lucky. And so adorable. Will you open a shop to sell big prints of your red door, please? I want one.

Steph said...

Love your house and the red door!! Such character. :)

vintage simple said...

That was a very funny and touchingly sweet post - I enjoyed reading it. I too have a little love affair going with my own little house. Yay for old houses that keep us cozy and warm - drafty windows and all!
-maria

Sarah - La Jeune Marie said...

I love your house too! And the door... oh the door! It's like JEWELRY!

Chez Zizi said...

I love your curved red door!
Zizette

Joyce said...

Dear House I have seen a peak of the love, warmth and kindness you give to your family. You provide shelter and beauty all into one. I have fallen in love with your character of innocence, yet inviting and a bit of flair and sassy with your red color door. I love how the door is rounded as to hug each friend that comes through your doorway. Shhh... please don't tell my home I am admiring another.

Signed,
Your secret admirer
xoxo

PS thanks for sharing!

Notes From the Grove said...

Awww, that is so cute. It's funny how sometimes, your home just feels like another member of the family.

anotherfishinthesea said...

this made me smile. a lot.

Cupcakes and Cashmere said...

this was the sweetest post ever. and i'm glad i'm not the only one who needs a huge variety of peanut butter (i even have one that's infused with chocolate) and jelly.

montague said...

i can assure you. NO ONE in nyc has a door as cute as that.

ZDub said...

I have always wanted a home with a red door, I'm wicked jealous!

(Love your bowls...)

Callie Grayson said...

I LOVE YOUR FRONT DOOR!!!!! those hinges are fantastic!!
House, I love you too!!
xx
callie

Lavender and Lilies said...

I love the house. How adorable.

Pamela said...

Your house looks welcoming from the time you step through the red curved door to the warm cozy fireplace!

Maria said...

that door is killer, love it!!!

Lindsey said...

Your house is SO cute! I love the red door most too!

{ Lindsey }
http://greatfullday.blogspot.com

Her name was Lola said...

Your house looks lovely and practically perfect. Your curved red door is most especially enviable.

Cheers.

Her name was Lola said...

P.S. How are you feeling?

I hope well!

TheBeautyFile said...

Your red curve door is so magical...I feel like every time you step inside, it's like entering another world....is it?

A French Cloud said...

I love my house too...soon you will add "house, you are so full of memories that make my heart so full"

Jen Zahigian said...

I love this post. I'm about to move out of a loft that my husband and I built together, and you've inspired me to write a letter to my home too. Thanks!

Woah, Mama♥ said...

I love your curved red door, Im a little jealous of it!! Your house is simply adorable!!

Chrrys

Robin said...

I love your house! I wish I could write a love letter to my house, but lately it would read: Dear House, Yes, you are fancy and fabulous but I am sick and tired of paying so much money for you. I daydream of downsizing and vacationing more. Sigh. Maybe I need to paint my door red!
xo

PS~Erin said...

Oh, I love your house! And its vintage-y kitchen. So cute!!

Nicole Marie said...

ok that door is amazing

Simply Mel said...

When I first saw the photo of the house I said, "No way is that her house!" And it is! I LOVE IT! Love every single detail down to the Labrador Welcome sign and the exquisite black hinges on the red door! Wee Bee is going to be one lucky little girl to call this place home!

DT said...

its really a lovely house...

A-M said...

She heard you, I'm sure! A-M xx

cindy said...

the house heard you and says right back 'atcha!. love that door!

littlebyrd said...

This is so sweet. I really really love your door :)

The Lil Bee said...

Thanks everyone for your sweet comments! We really like our little home.

PS...
TBF: I hope so...we're getting there;)
Lola: I'm feeling great...thanks for asking!

Kristin said...

Your house is gorgeous. Love this lil post about it. Oh, and by the way, I want a red front door too.

Fifi Flowers said...

That is a delightful post and house... LOVE that front door... a converted schoolhouse... FUN!!! ENJOY!!!

Amy@OldSweetSong said...

Ohhhh, I envy your house! I guess we always want we don't have. I know someday I'll miss living here terribly but for now, in the middle of August, when I am constantly sweaty and everything smells like piss, I envy you.

We don't even have air conditioning.

the southern hostess said...

What a great post, and what a great house! Love, love, love your door!

{tig} said...

this must be the sweetest letter anyone has ever written to a house

Brandie said...

Wow! That is possibly the best front door ever!

Relyn said...

Your door makes me swoon. Swoon, I tell you.

erika said...

i love her too! speckled countertops are actually really cute!!!

Elizabeth said...

Who wants NYC when there are lovely little homes with red doors like that one to be found. It's beautiful!

denise said...

Very nice red door.

limonana said...

oh dear! that door is so gorgeous! what a lovely home you have...

Kelly @ Dare to be Domestic said...

ok so your house is the cutest thing I've ever seen, next to baby animals! I love it and the door is to die for!!! ox

Anonymous said...

I was researching a house similar to yours and stumbled upon your blog. Then I found this...

http://www.searsarchives.com/homes/images/1927-1932/1932_3302.jpg

I'm not sure if you were aware.

The Lil Bee said...

Oh my gosh, Anon, I was not aware! Thank you so much for sending me this link...what a neat surprise! I can't wait to show Paul :)

la la Lovely said...

Your house is super darling.. that door and blue paint around the frame... oh my divine!

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