So, we lost the house. Due to no action of ours. It shouldn't have happened. Rather devastating but there are always silver linings, and after a few stunned hours of aimless mental drifting which ended with me organizing my jewelry drawer, we gussied up and went out for sushi (cooked for me), and came home to play a few vicious and hilarious rounds of Boggle. Perhaps we'll be able to do a little traveling this spring ~ a road trip and some camping which had been set aside in the new house planning. There are still things to do and life is still good.
Our dreams there will have to be reeled in, tidied up, and furled up until the place we are really supposed to find turns up, and then the whole affair can begin again. I was hoping to be re-settled before june, before the baby came, so it feels rather rough to nestle myself back into our present (and lovely) home. But there is the garden to think and dream about...and spring neighborhood garage sales...and our favorite cafes, and river strolls...and our beautiful wood stove to enjoy while we are here.
I am also 20 weeks along now, can you believe it?? It is becoming tough to bend over to put my socks on. The belly is beloved. Tomorrow morning we find out if little 'banjo' is a he or a she.
xo brooke
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Brooke, I am sad to hear of the house only because it was disappointing to you but I am also excited to see what house the future holds in store for your family!
I can't wait to find out about baby! (well, if you decide to share it here that is... ;)
p.s. love your dress.
xo
cortnie
I'm sorry to hear you didn't get the house. But you are being inspiringly positive! Life is good. Especially when you are going to find out if Banjo is a boy or girl. Exciting days.
Oh, Brooke, I am so sorry about that house. Thank you for sharing the silver linings and the silver-lined turquoise jewelry, your acts of creation despite the destruction of plans. We are with you as you reel in and cast out for Banjo (best proto-name ever!).
Love,
maya
so sorry to hear about the house, but sometimes when it's too hard it's not right, you know? I'm certain you and Tim will find your true home someday. In the meantime, those sliver linings sound pretty damn good, enjoy them :)
fiona xx.
oh and boggle!! I can't believe I forgot! I'm so excited you mentioned it, I got it for my 8th birthday and it's been beloved ever since. My favourite game because I NEVER lose. great for a bit of a confidence boost ;) Lovely to know you've discovered it too!
i'm sorry to hear about the house. =/ these things happen...and they suck! we all know that the place you're really supposed to be in will come along.
can't wait to find out if banjo is a girl or boy!
Oh so sorry about the house. We've been through the sorrow of house purchasing and it's devastating.
I'm finding it difficult to put on my socks too :)
sorry to hear about the house :( but I know that an even better one will turn up soon! That is the way the universe seems to work... excited for you finding out about the baby!
I am sorry to hear it didn't work out for you, but at the same time, I sense peace, acceptance and gratitude from this post, so in that respect--I am happy for you.
So much to look forward to...and your baby bump is precious and beautiful...
xo
I only recently discovered your blog, i.e. I had to research and read your oldest posts to understand your latest message...
eventhough I can understand your dissapointment, you will find out in due time that there is a better house waiting for you....patience, patience, and warm wishes fron the Alps...A BIENTOT dmc
all is still ticking and all is still well. lovely perspective, on both the lost house (and your cute little belly!) it is tough to get fully in our dream when these things creep in unexpectedly. i am sure your new house and garden are on their way soon... making their way to you as i type this. sending good vibes on that! xo
How disappointing for you dear heart, but as others have said there must be that perfect house out there just waiting for your little family. May you enjoy what time you do have left in your current home and a road trip and camping sound great!
cortnie :: me too, me too ~ and thank you about the dress. Stretchy, soft, perfect! A staple lately. x
jill :: yes, life is still good and exciting these days, thank fortune! lots to enjoy and spring is coming ~ I can't wait!
maya :: thank you!!! x
fiona :: I think you're right. We worked so hard and it didn't really seem to be flowing. So, what a relief to move on! And Boggle, I creamed tim so bad. I am so much better!! All that reading over the years...he has no chance. :)
brit :: that's what we're hoping! :)
lola :: 'the sorrow of house purchasing,' what a perfect phrase! congrats on your bump, may we both have luck in putting on our socks. And, just around the corner, bare feet with the warmer weather!
keia :: thank you!!! x
mj :: yes, we are feeling so much more peaceful about it all now. What a relief, almost! That was way to stressful. Hopefully the 'real' house to come will be a simpler process. So much to enjoy now ~ I'm loving the bump so much too! :)
dmc :: thank you :)
jojo :: yup, all is well. :) so much to appreciate, it's always there if I look. Always a balance between want and have.
anita :: thank you so much for your encouraging words. Just what I needed to hear! x
How disappointing. :(
Now I am picturing little Banjo swimming around happily, enjoying his sushi dinner.
xo
I'm so sorry about the house, but I think everything happens for a reason and you guys will find a better house someday. :)
I love all those beautiful earth tones of your jewels. Good stuff!
I'v just come over to catch up dear Brooke.....and am sorry to hear that you lost out on the house, and really impressed with how positive you are about it...I know how very difficult that can be. Bravo to you.
Your beautiful Banjo boy bump...that has made me smile so much :~)))))) Brings back wonderful memories of 19 (!) years ago.
Your dress...ohhhhh. Is it vintage?...looks so Mary Quant; and the ring catching the same colour in the dress....beautiful.
I must find out more about Boggle!
cariad mawr x x x
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