August 29, 2025

All Settled In

Hello, my friends! So, we are moved! Last week, we packed up and said goodbye to our country house near the ocean and moved into a coastal-style house a few miles down the road. We have been here for a week now, and I am happy to report that it feels like home. Here are a few pictures of the house so far. You know, before it is all decked out for fall! 








I was happy to get back to cooking, even though our first few meals were simple; they tasted so good after several days of takeout while the pots and pans were packed up and driven down the road.






And so, we are settled in and ready to begin a new homeschool year next week. Please note that while these pictures portray a clean and organized home, this was not always the case. Not pictured, but most definitely present, were stacks of open and unopened cardboard boxes, as well as piles of random items such as hangers, can openers, dog toys, and empty Cool Whip containers. In addition, there exists no photographic evidence of me during the couple of days last weekend, when no amount of deodorant or cold water could stop the sweat of a menopausal woman in the throes of organizing a kitchen before she goes to bed. It was a rewarding experience, however, as my kids all worked hard to have clean sheets on our beds that first night, and fresh towels for showers. Have a wonderful Labor Day weekend, my friends!

I look forward to catching up with you soon!

Billie Jo

14 comments:

  1. Your new house is stunning with the high ceilings and the views! I love your kitchen too. So much space. I know you and your family will make many memories in this new home.

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  2. Oh wow, beautiful. Looking forward to seeing more photos (hopefully). Have a beautiful day, friend.

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  3. Enjoy your beautiful new home! It is lovely!

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  4. What a wonderful new place to call home, Billie Jo! I look forward to seeing how you decorate it for the fall season. You have some gorgeous views from your windows. Happy Friday and have a wonderful weekend!

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  5. That view!!! Totally a great move and I hope you make many happy family memories there.

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  6. Wow that house is beautiful! I would never want to leave. Good luck with it.

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  7. What a gorgeous house and stunning views. Wishing you many happy years in your new home!

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  8. It's beautiful! I love the views and that butlers pantry has me drooling!

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  9. Beautiful house! The kitchen is fabulous so is the view! Enjoy your new home!

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  10. Beautiful house with an amazing view!!
    I hope you create the most wonderful memories there!!
    Your header is fantastic as are the colors of your blog (I love them).
    So good start Billy Jo!

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  11. Oh my gosh. That Butler's pantry is lovely!! To have a coastal view and a pool... that's living your best life!! So happy for you!

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  12. What a lovely home and amazing views! So happy for you and your family. I have to admit I envy your butler's pantry and the view out that window . . .

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  13. Wonderful house, I can't stop looking at the pictures, I'm going to watch them again in a moment. May you live well there. Hugs, Billie Jo.

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Thanks so much for saying hello!

Billie Jo