By the time you read these words, it is likely I will be on my way to LALA land. Autumn, Amazing Paint Colors & Surgery (Random!) are comin’ right up!
Yes, m’am.
Surgery time at long last.
I met with a wonderful surgeon near Chicago today. Not only was I scheduled for surgery (joy!)…he said it could happen tomorrow! That was an offer I simply could not refuse. I must say there was a lot of tenderness and mercy in that doctor’s office today. How grateful I am. One more sleep before I am on the road to recovery.
Goodness, I am quite ready to: say sayonara to the abdominal and back pain, resume my healthy low-fat/high fiber diet (as opposed to NO fat which is how I have been living, and keep me in mind even an egg has 5g of fat), go for long walks again, and transcend the brain fog which accompanies fat-free nutrition (at least for me…also, I never knew how important the fat in my diet was to help me feel satiated. Ever hear recommendations to avoid fat-free products when dieting? I’m guessing that is because you never feel full and may actually eat MORE).
Thanks for all the encouragement and get well wishes–they mean so much and truly have kept me positive.
I hope you are savoring the days putting September to bed and looking to October with joy. The end of October may include a trip to London to attend Amara’s Interior Blog Awards for this girl – wouldn’t that be something?
Did you see the tour of this beautiful French country house?
Here’s a sweet vintage country house near my own home, and I made some fresh fall PINS for you to enjoy as well.
For Everything There is a Season
Autumn Splendor
Did you see the fall inspiration from Elizabeth (of Pretty Pink Tulips blog)?
I take a decidedly simple and airy approach to fall decor…
More images from my cheese board styled shoot are RIGHT HERE.
I snapped the following photo in a Paris garden in the fall – maybe this year I will get the opportunity to snap fall moments in London!
Paint Color Ideas
If you saw yesterday’s post spotlighting a Tudor home for sale, you may have seen this next Before/After reveal by Studio McGee who transformed a Tudor style home in Denver with fresh modern vintage style and shared the smart paint colors which work so well together.
It is SO worth your time if you like small house makeovers. Best of all, you will be able to see expanses of these paint colors and consider them for your own interiors.
A Smart Suite of Benjamin Moore Paint Colors
Exterior: BENJAMIN MOORE China White
Front Door: BENJAMIN MOORE Greyhound
Interior walls, ceiling, and trim: BENJAMIN MOORE Super White
Windows and doors: BENJAMIN MOORE Black Iron
Bedroom and Bathroom: BENJAMIN MOORE Newburg Green
Dining Room and Fireplace: BENJAMIN MOORE Gray Owl
Kitchen Cabinets: BENJAMIN MOORE Forest Green
See you on the other side of LALA land, friends…
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Peace to you right where you are.
-michele
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I pray your health improves and the path to recovery is short.
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I covet your prayers and am so grateful. xox
So very happy for you and the Amara short list Michele – you have gotten my vote time and time again. Sending hugs, wishes, and prayers for a speedy recovery and a fun new road that awaits. Be well soon my friend and you will be in my thoughts.
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I’m so lucky to have you cheering me on, Joan. I’m in bed trying not to think about all the pizza and yum I may get to eat someday soon. 🙂
Praying all goes well with your surgery and you will be on the road to recovery !
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Thanks, friend. I think it went well and now I must simply be patient as the wounds heal. I appreciate all the company and well wishes!
Get well soon. Take care of yourself. Look forward to healthy days.
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Thanks, Karen. I sure am looking forward to restored health!
I’m so happy to hear you are getting your surgery so quickly. Prayers and best wishes ~ Joanna
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I am so grateful to finally be on the other side of surgery after a month of attacks and pain! Recovering in bed on a dreary day and dreaming of the cheeses of my future. xox
Peace to you Michele, right where you are. Prayers for your surgery and recovery to go smoothly. May you soon be be rejoicing that this is all behind you. Very best to you. Xo
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Thank you for the peace – I am recovering nicely I think. Hoping to heal quickly and begin to have normal days without pain. Thanks for all of your support.
Hi my friend,
I’m praying for you and sending positive energy and light your way. Thanks for keeping us posted 💗
xoxo
Holly
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I appreciate the positive energy very much. Just a quiet day of nothing but allowing my body to recover. Peace to you and bon weekend!