Caretaking Couple Calls Portland Home
When Paul and I decided to house and pet sit full-time back in 2009, the Pacific Northwest was at the top of our travel wish list. Then we were offered a sit on the other side of the country (Cape Cod, MA) and a couple of weeks later, we happily headed north and east. It took us two years to make our way back across the States, eventually landing in Portland, Oregon. This gave us perspective (Paul especially, who moved to America from England about eight years ago) and helped us to narrow down what it is we want and don’t want in a “home base”.
While we both love our travel, I can honestly say that it feels so GOOD to have this little space to call home. We are having the best time making each room comfy-cozy, having friends over, and sleeping in our own bed. And for the first time in…forever, I am perfectly content with the fact that I have absolutely no short-term travel plans. I don’t want to be anywhere but here. What a great way to celebrate the holidays. Can’t wait to decorate our Christmas tree this year, with our own ornaments! What do you love about your home?
I LOVE this photo! I love that we are hanging up more paintings this week and one that I just finished. Feels so good. Oh and rearranging furniture…that is fun too. 🙂
Well, hello there my fellow domestic goddess! Can’t wait to see your walls now, too. Oh, and I also love that most of our furniture was thrifted and can easily be resold for what we paid for it…Except for maybe the Billy shelves and futon mattresses : )
THIS post makes me SO happy for you and The Brit. AND it makes me happy that in this process that i too am able to have a roof over my head in the short term with a house sit.
You do warm and cozy SO WELL and i am very grateful that i have been able to experience the warmth of your home and hospitality. it looks fabulous, so happy for you both.
GREAT to see you blogging again!
Thanks, Rachel ~ I am happy that you ended up here in Portland, too…it seems to fit you to a T! And the divas are happy with this arrangement, as well : ) I don’t think you will have to wait near as long to get your stuff out of storage (unless you want to, of course). So many opportunities here for you…
Love your blog! So happy you have found a wonderful place for you and Paul!
Thank you, Melissa. I am having fun trying to guess which Melissa this sweet comment is coming from..do tell!