We are happily settled in at Amidst the Oaks. The girls didn't take as long as I thought they would to reach their comfort level! I think it's because we have been very connected to the house for a long time and they have been there with us through every decision along the way! We still have quite a bit of mirrors to hang, plants to plant and rugs to buy, but it's a great feeling to finally be at home. We've only been in the house for 3 weeks, but I think we have achieved what we set out to, because we can feel and see the history almost everywhere we look! It's a great feeling and my hope is that maybe a few others that have come across our story will also be inspired to incorporate some salvaged pieces into their homes! Even if you're not building, there are many pieces of furniture and fragments in all different styles that you can make your own! I'll be the first to admit that I'm NOT a crafty person, but I somehow (with the help of my builder) found a way to incorporate all of these pieces and they look like the belong! So for now, this is our home, and it's been made of a lot of love and pieces from Texas, Philadelphia, New Orleans, Ohio, France, England, Belgium, Italy and Ireland.
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| Before and After! Same spot on the lot year over year. |
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| Carter's Room! |
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| Tatem's Room! |
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| Finley's Room! |
