Wow… I can’t believe it’s been over a month since I posted here! It has been incredibly busy and I guess I just got out of the habit. Since last I wrote, I’ve attended the opening of the NWWS Waterworks show, spent the day at the Seattle Art Museum with my friend Mary, closed on our new home, sold our old home, met numerous contractors at the two homes, arranged for movers, packed, rented a Pod, gone to my daughter’s concert at Willamette and heard her fabulous solos, attended book club, rooted for the Beavers, shipped a painting to the Netherlands, written my Christmas letter (don’t want to miss of those cards and need to get my change of address out!), packed some more, made countless trips to the new house and much more.
Whew! I’m thankful that the end is in sight. We have professional movers scheduled for this Saturday to come haul the heavy stuff over to the new house. I’m so excited to be moving in! We feel very lucky to have sold ourold home so quickly, and I’m sure the new owners will be a good fit for the neighborhood and will love raising their family here. They have a 10 yr. old, a 2 yr. old and a 2 month old. Nineteen years ago this December, we moved into this house with a 2 yr. old and 9 mo. old twins. There is still a small mountain of clutter in the garage, but I’m feeling pretty good about the state of the house. I took all the artwork down yesterday and it looks so bare! Just a subtle hint that you need more original art in your home!
Wishing you a blessed Thanksgiving! We are full of thanks for all the bounty and looking forward to sharing with family and friends.
Busy times at the Armitage house(s). It will be so fun to put of art at your new place.
Thanks Lucy 🙂 I hope you’re enjoying your new part-time schedule! I’ve been enjoying your blog posts and sharing the geo ones with Tim.
What a month you’ve had, Ruth. I’m so happy that you have this new, beautiful house (soon to be home) and that your move is almost over. Happy Thanksgiving!
Ruth,
you make the rest of us look like slackers.
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. Looking forward to seeing your new home.
Thanks Margaret & Bruce 🙂
Hi Ruth, I saw your painting yesterday up at Kaeywin Gallery. It’s a wonderful painting. Good luck with your upcoming move!
Thanks Peggy!
Can’t wait to come down and see the great BIG BEAUTIFUL GIGANTIC WONDERFUL new home for you and yours, — donna
This will be a great Christmas… in a NEW house!!!
Take a deep breath then take another one and be sure to take some time out for yourself even if it’s a 30 minute walk. As artists we know that we can handle chaos (our creative process!) but it is very demanding and tiring. Of course there are rewards too. Good thing we move so seldom.
Hey Ruth, Thanks for the tour of your new home. Wow! A beautiful house, a stunning view, a huge studio, its a grand place for all. Your determination and patience certainly paid off. Your new surroundings suit you completely and feel warm and welcoming, open and light. (I am a little jealous about your new kitten, Bobby) Enjoy the entire process, there is nothing like a new home for inspiration. xo Tangie