Seeing that today is the last time we'll be at the Cambridge house, I thought it would be nice to honor it by putting together a few of our favorite home images and to wish the new owners well.
Goodbye dear house...
I hope you continue to bring happiness to those who live here.
I think it appropriate to announce the winner of the mid-century design ceramic set during a mid-century house tour. Before I reveal who the lucky blog reader is, let's take a look at a home that my husband and I toured while house hunting in California. It's impeccably designed and decorated. Every detail, from the sideboard hardware to the poolside swings, is true to the period. We were in awe at how well appointed it was. However, since we love a challenge and creating spaces of our very own, this house was not for us. Enjoy the tour, we certainly did!
The pool ALMOST got us...
Now the moment you've been waiting for:
Judy, you're our lucky winner! Congratulations!! Please email your coordinates to me at~ debra@cocoonhome.com ~so I can send you the Kenji Fujita oil and vinegar set courtesy of Reside.
A huge thank you to all who participated. Keep posted for future reader giveaways.
One of the hottest, most coveted items at last weekend's yard sale was our patio set. The new owners strategically packed all three pieces into their small car and quickly proceeded to set them up for future lounging and entertaining at their place. Take a look at it now: I just love it with the large back cushions and the mixed pillow patterns!
Thanks C.S. for sharing these photos with us.
If you bought something at our yard sale that looks like it always belonged in your home, please send pictures and I'll happily blog about it..
Yesterday's yard sale was a huge success thanks to everyone who dropped by!!! It began with a large crowd of serious shoppers, some drove up on motorcycles, others proudly showed off their purchases in original Cocoon shopping bags. The kids set up a lemonade stand and did their part in making everyone feel welcomed and hydrated. The bromeliads and potted plants were a big hit, and the owl oil that I fretted about at one point will be going to a Maryland farmhouse.
The day felt more like an ongoing celebration with friends and blog readers stopping by to wish us well on our soon to be embarked on adventure.
A special thanks to H. & K. for all their help and especially for their friendship!
(Stay tuned to find out what happened to our patio set).
Just three months ago, my husband and I decided to move to California. We have since sold our house in Cambridge, purchased one in Lafayette, Ca. and readied our children for the big changes ahead. Now it's just a matter of days before we leave the place we've called home for 12 years. I am so grateful for all the experiences, all the friends and all the special spots that make this area such a great place to live. Over the weekend, while we prepared for an upcoming yard sale, we sifted through years of photos, clothing and tchotchkes that reminded us of how we got here, not just physically, but mentally and spiritually as well. We're anxious, as our children are, to begin our next phase but there are a few things I need to do before we leave:
1. Walk the Arnold Arboretum. I interned there as a young horticulturist, right before Alex and I headed off to SF to begin our life together. Taking yet another walk there with our children before we return to California would be so symbolic.
2. Eat a fig and prosciutto pizza at Figs in Charlestown, where we lived soon after moving to Boston in 2000. We had a great apartment in a building where many great times were shared with new friends, one of whom is no longer with us and missed terribly. Would love to go to Charlestown again and pay tribute to a place and time where so much began for us.
3. Cocktails on our roof deck. One of my most favorite home renovation projects, and one that continues to delight us morning, day and night.
4. Take the kids to one of our favorite parks, where all of Boston's transit can be seen, heard and felt.
5. Take dip in Walden Pond. A magical place all year round, but especially on warm summer days.
6. Tidal pool wade at Wingaersheek Beach. The perfect New England beach for kids.
7. Spend time with our East coast family and friends. this one is on going until the day we leave...
Time is moving rather quickly, but I will mark our goodbyes by fulfilling each and every one of the above. Thank you, Boston/Cambridge for being such an exciting place for all of us to experience.
We will be forever grateful and nostalgic.
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