dream lane

Saturday, June 8, 2013

Exterior-This is It~!

After reading all the comments, more Measuring and lots of Thinking.. I believe I've come up with our design plan.
It actually came to me in my dreams... I'll take that as a sign from the Universe for which I am grateful.. Never hurts to have help from those on the other side...and this side too , of course lol

It will set us APART in this brick cul de sac neighborhood:)

Add lots of curb appeal at a small cost.

Very doable within an 8 week period-- if not sooner cause my nickname among the subs is Sonny the Slavedriver lol

Get the light, bright, happy, open, appealing to the eye look I've dreamed of. She will at last be the Home I always knew she could be while still maintaining her original character.

many thanks to all those who commented and made suggestions. You all are the BEST~!

so with no further ado, allow me to present

155 Dream Lane.. I LOVE It already

Happy Weekend to ALL and Thanks again.

repeat of as it IS now...

As she will be by mid august.. wish me luck :))

Friday, June 7, 2013

Redesigning My Exterior

If I tried to tell ya'll how much time, work, MONEY and effort Paint Shop Pro has saved me thru the years, I couldnt:)   Likely many 10's of Thousands of dollars.     I like to SEE something before I spend a penny.
   I realize I'm very Blessed to have these skills as well as building, remodeling and creative ability..
I've also helped 100's of other folks save a bundle by hiring me to show them what they SEE in their minds Eye, in an actual picture they can save and print out.   They dont mind spending a few hundred on 5 different renditions in order to save thousands of dollars in errors or building things that would never look appropriate or beautiful.. I want to take this opportunity to thank those of my customers who also read my blog.
Great working with you all and seeing the smiles on your faces and the joy in your eyes when your design is complete~!!!
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Now, on to my own exterior.   For many years my Mood was dark and subdued but in the past few months with meds , therapy, prayers and WORK I am feeling Lighter Brighter and More Colorful and I'm ready for my home to reflect my Healing..

   I wont write about the changes as they are clearly visable in the sample pictures.

I'd love for you to choose YOUR favorite and tell me in your comment which one and WHY, pretty please:)

   as it is::
not the best pic- it actually looks much better in real life...

Not sure yet which one I'll do but I'll probably do the original level first- see how I like it for a month or so and wait till Fall to add dormers- if I do that at all.. But dont let me effect your Fav.

Lemme Hear Ya~!!! and thanks so much for visiting me.

I'll be Posting to the Parties below.. Hope to see ya there.
thanks to all the Gals who run these parties for Us to show off our stuff~!
!!!~Link Parties ~!!!

Wendy at The Shabby Nest for Frugal Friday

Richella at Imparting Grace for Grace at Home

Cindy at My Romantic Home for Show and Tell Friday

Alison at Stuff and Nonsense for Friday's Unfolded

Courtney at French Country Cottage for Feathered Nest Friday

Diann at The Thrifty Groove for Thrifty Things Friday

Debra at Common Ground for Vintage Inspiration Friday

Sherry at The Charm of Home for Home Sweet Home Friday

Kate at Chic On A Shoestring Decorating for Flaunt It Friday

Jane at Finding Fabulous for Frugalicious Friday

Jennifer at Jennifer Rizzo for Fabulously Creative Linky Party

Jen at Tatertots and Jello for Weekend Wrap Up Party Friday

Karen at Redoux Interiors Friday Party

Aimee at It's Overflowing for Overflowing with Creativity Sat.

Friday, May 31, 2013

CooLicious Cookies

Hi Folks~!

It sure feels like summer in NC today. We're supposed to hit 90 degrees this afternoon and a cookout with neighbors is planned for this evening.. So of course I needed to look for some cool summery tasting dessert.

I found this recipe and could almost taste the tangy sweetness while I was reading the recipe. What could be better on a hot night than coolicious cookies that melt tangy goodness on your tongue.

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Some sweet tea to sip along with them and you have Southern Sweetness to Smile about.. Add friendly folks who are willing to grill some burgers and dogs for ya and another neighbor who offered to bring all the condments and buns.. Wow I sure am grateful to live in such a great place.
Wish ya'll were here to join us..

enjoy and thanks for stopping in to visit me..I wish you a wonderful weekend filled with Joy and Happiness.

hugs to ALL..

!!!~Link Parties ~!!!