Thursday, February 13, 2014

Moved in my new place and on a nationally syndicated radio show all in one week! - Show and Tell Friday!

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Some of my pretties waiting to be washed and displayed!

I'm not sure what I was thinking but last week I really thought I would be able to show you so much more than I actually can! I'm all moved in my new apartment but it's still chaos here! It's not photo-worthy yet!  When I've moved in the past I've stayed up all night unpacking boxes because I become obsessed with getting everything looking good!  The fact is that I am now 53 years old (although I don't feel it) and things are a little different now. Staying up until 1:00 am unpacking boxes is about all I can do on a work night now! My body just seems to stop and that's all I can do! 

I started moving last Friday and here in California we've been in a severe drought but as fate would have it, the weekend I picked to move the forecast was for severe weather with lots of rain.  I had asked my ex-husband if he could come over on Friday with his truck to help us get a jump start on the move.  I had reserved a big 17 foot U-Haul truck for Saturday but after the weather report I decided that his pick-up truck wasn't going to work so I reserved a cargo van for Friday.  Again, as fate would have it and I put out extra money for the van it didn't rain!  We did three runs with the cargo van and one load in the pick-up truck.  We were happy that we were able to move our beds and sleep in the new place Friday night. 

Saturday was supposed to be the worst of the storm! We hired two guys from in front of Home Depot to help us move. I was prepared to keep them dry and happy so I bought four rain ponchos.  Luckily we didn't even need them!  The storm went North of us and it barely even sprinkled at all! After we packed up the truck, my daughter and I took the two workers to lunch and then headed to the new apartment!

I cleaned out my old place on Monday and moved that last few things that were in my back storage closet on Tuesday after work. I'm exhausted but it's done!  Now it's Wednesday evening and almost everything is unpacked but there is still things everywhere as you can see in the photo above! Luckily it's a 3-day weekend and it will be all done and looking good this weekend!  Next week I should have more to share!


This has been an exciting week not just because of the move but because I was asked to be on a nationally syndicated radio show called "Real Estate Today" to share how to decorate your home romantically for Valentine's Day!   Click here to listen to it!  I was so nervous doing it but I always think it's a good thing to go outside your comfort zone rather than pass up amazing opportunities.  I was very honored to be on their show! Please ignore how many times I say "um"...I was so nervous!

Also in case you missed it I have two previous posts where you have a chance to win  $1,000 gift cards!  Scroll down for a chance to win a $1,000 Visa gift card by reading my Sauve Moraccan Infusion post for a chance to win a $1,000 Visa Gift card and also my Target Cartwheel app post for a chance to win a $1,000 Target Gift Card.  I love giving you all a chance to win these great prizes so I hope you leave a comment on each of them for a chance to win!

Happy Valentine's Day Friends! I'll leave you with an old Valentines photo from the old My Romantic Home!




Thanks to all of you that join in on Show and Tell Friday every week and thanks to all of you who leave such nice comments! 
If you are joining in on Show and Tell Friday, please remember that your Show and Tell needs to be something from your home or garden. If you would like to join in, please enter your name and leave your exact Show and Tell blog post link, not just your blog link and as a common courtesy link back to my blog. 


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44 comments:

Anonymous said...

Congratulations on the radio spot and the new place - you've had a big week! Get some rest and have a wonderful weekend:) Dawn @ We Call It Junkin.com

Anonymous said...

Congratulations on the radio spot and the new place - you've had a big week! Get some rest and have a wonderful weekend:) Dawn @ We Call It Junkin.com

Mindie Hilton said...

Congrats on the radio show interview and the new home! I am the same way, always wanting to unpack quickly.

Unknown said...

Thanks for hosting Cindy, how exciting! Congrats!

Cindy@GlassSlipperRestorations.com

Diane | An Extraordinary Day said...

I can't believe what you were able to do in a week!! Packing and unpacking is hard work.

Congrats on being on the show! What an honor!

Hope your weekend is extraordinary!!

JOY @ http://joysjotsshots.blogspot.com/ said...

Congrats on your move and the radio spot. Can't wait to see more of your new place. I've enJOYed your linky party for some time now. Thanks for hosting.

Cindy said...

I'm not sure why the links are only showing up as one across! I'm not sure I can change it at this point without losing the ones that have already been added. Ugh!!

Unknown said...

Woot! Congrats on the radio spot! That must have been so exciting, i can't wait to listen to it. Thanks so much for hosting and for the awesome giveaways. Rest up and take your time unpacking, we can wait to see your new digs when you are ready!

Jacqueline~Cabin and Cottage said...

Congrats on the radio show! Glad your move went well!

Little Miss Maggie said...

I'm so glad you are all moved and the weather didn't seem to play a major factor either. Your new place will be as beautiful as your last one. Thanks for hosting the party.

Divine Theatre said...

I'm overwhelmed just THINKING about all that work!
Remember to be good to yourself, the boxes will be patient! LOL!

xo

Andie

Noble Vintage said...

Congrats on your new place and your radio feature! Fun fun fun!! Can't wait to see what all you do in your new space.

Unknown said...

Congratulations on the radio spot and good luck with the new home.

Deborah Montgomery said...

wow, you had quite a week! congratulations on the radio show! and thanks for hosting even with such a busy schedule!

Zuni, Chickadee Home Nest said...

I've enjoyed your story so much, Cindy...the landlord's short notice, finding the new place, etc., and now you're in AND you get invited to a talk show! Wow! All great. Congratulations; I'm happy for you. ~Zuni

Anonymous said...

Congratulation on the Radio show! This is great news Cindy :) Also, had to come and appreciate the beautiful apothecary jars. They look lovely.

Unknown said...

Congrats on your new home and your radio appearance! Exciting stuff!

Judy at GoldCountryCottage said...

Thanks, Cindy, for hosting with all that you have going on. Can't wait to see you settled in your new home and congratulation of the radio spot..Happy Valentine's Day..Judy

Sara Chapman said...

Congrats on your move. Good for you! So glad you found a place and the move went well. I love your remark about going outside of your comfort zone when opportunities present themselves. Absolutely! You will never be bored.

SwedishCorner ~ DownUnder...Pernilla said...

Happy Valentine's Day, Cindy! Congrats on your new apartment. Looking forward seeing more photos! Thanks for hosting :) Hugs from Australia♥ ~Pernilla


Poppy said...

Kudos on the radio spot, Cindy and all that you've accomplished in ONE week! Certainly takes a lot of planning, for sure.

Thanks for hosting and Happy Valentine's Day!

Poppy

Anonymous said...

Congratulations on both your fabulous New home and a great career opportunity. I look forward to seeing how beautifully you decorate.

Shabby chic Sandy said...

Thanks so much for hosting--I so enjoyed your interview--Happy Valentine's day!

Peggy Thal said...

You did it! Congratulation on you new home and radio show. Moving is always so stressful and difficult. I have done it so many times and it never gets easier. Happy Valentine's. Try to pace yourself a little. Everything can't be done in a day. Now you should enjoy placing your things and decorating. Happy Valentine's Day and Congratulations again.

Rhondi said...

Hi Cindy Even though you need rain badly I'm glad it didn't rain for your move. Cant wait to see what you do with your new place. Thanks for faithfully hosting Show and tell Friday.

Rosemary and Thyme said...

So many wonderful things are happening for you. Congratulations on your new place and your radio feature. How exciting for you.

Janet

Meredith said...

Wow! What an exciting time for you right now! Congrats on the show and your move!

Curtains in My Tree said...

I am so glad that move is over, now it will be all fun making your new place a Romantic Home

Happy Valentine's Day

Donna Heber said...

I'm so happy for you! Congrats on so many accomplishments. Thank you for hosting.

Jen Beaudet said...

That's so exciting! Congratulations on all your news! Thanks again for hosting this party! Happy Valentine's Day!
Jennifer:)

This N That said...

Your body has a way of slowing you down and that doesn't get any better..One just has to adjust !! Happy Valentines Day..Congrats on all your successes...

Athena at Minervas Garden said...

It's always so exhausting to move, but I am very glad you are indeed moved in. Also glad for the long weekend, too! Happy to hear you were on a national show--I'm going to go listen now. Thank you so much for hosting the party each week.

Micupoftea said...

HAPPY Valentines Day! Thx for hosting :)

LW said...

So glad you found a place and are moved in. It was great to hear your voice on the radio show. Happy unpacking, and looking forward to your photos in the future.
Best,
Lisa

Victoria said...

Awwww Cindy, wishing nothing but the absolute BEST for you in your new home! You're one very special gal and I look forward to more inspiration from you in your new nest:) Congrats on the radio show!!!

Something Nice and Pretty said...

So glad you made it and can't wait to see your new place, I would have been nervous too!

Unknown said...

It sounds like a lot of work ahead for you Cindy but how exciting it must've been to be on the radio. Thanks for hosting.
Blessings,
Patti

Debbs said...

Good Luck in your new Home :)
Did you take any photographs of your old apartment without all the furniture? It would be interesting to see it to see just how much you had changed it with your furniture and interior design.
I hope you, your daughter and little 'puppers' weren't too sad and that you settle into your new place and are happy there for a long time :) xx

Priscilla said...

Congratulations on your radio spot! You did a great job! Can't wait to see photos of your new place!

Anonymous said...

Thanks for hosting Cindy! My first time on your blog...loving every bit of it!

Anonymous said...

Thanks for hosting Cindy! My first time on your blog...loving every bit of it!

Carousel222 said...

Congratulations on your new home and your radio appearance. I wish you much happiness in your new home and look forward to future posts on your blog as you make it your own. I have followed your blog for many years and am so glad things are going well.

pogonip said...

Have fun on this three-day weekend in your new home, Cindy! I hope you find lots of joy as you unpack and begin making new memories.

B said...

Cindy,

You did a great job on the radio spot!
Wonderful ideas. Thank you for sharing -- congratulations. Cant wait to see your new place!

B