tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post5138048858508325620..comments2024-03-19T07:11:01.638-04:00Comments on Exquisitely Unremarkable : An Empty House Is Not A HomeKim http://www.blogger.com/profile/15445291034631735026noreply@blogger.comBlogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-79138773463050345362014-11-05T10:04:02.000-05:002014-11-05T10:04:02.000-05:00Thank you, Vel and you are so right. I am sure tha...Thank you, Vel and you are so right. I am sure that your house is even more homey now with the addition of that beautiful little girl! :)Kimhttp://www.exquisitelyunremarkable.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-52710399624499453582014-11-05T10:05:38.000-05:002014-11-05T10:05:38.000-05:00Thank you, Jen! Enjoy those lovelies while they ar...Thank you, Jen! Enjoy those lovelies while they are little and home!! :)Kimhttp://www.exquisitelyunremarkable.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-73026615014306406072014-10-28T06:25:38.000-04:002014-10-28T06:25:38.000-04:00This is a beautiful post, Kim, and I totally agree...This is a beautiful post, Kim, and I totally agree with you. Each stage of our adult life has to go through an adjustment period that we usually have to work into before it seems right. When your children are babies, it feels like you will be changing diapers & putting food in little mouths forever. Then they go to school, and that's a whole different stage. When the last ones leaves the nest, there are usually 2 stages you go through -- one is that of elation that you survived and that you have helped them reach a certain level of maturity (hopefully) and independence. The second part of that is a feeling of emptiness, sadness and a longing to hear those sibling spats. But you will survive that and realize that you now have the freedom to create a home for your spouse and yourself, and it won't feel empty, just different.Carolhttp://cas-anoasisinthedesert.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-67786176593410982902014-10-28T12:59:35.000-04:002014-10-28T12:59:35.000-04:00Kim,You are a very lucky lady to have a house that...Kim,<br><br>You are a very lucky lady to have a house that you love, but a smart cookie to realize that when that house, no matter how charming, is void of loved ones, and all that that entails, can quickly become a trap of loneliness and misery. Enjoy the sweetness of yours, my friend!<br><br>PoppyPoppyhttp://www.poppyview.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-60755537647010677772014-10-30T06:44:20.000-04:002014-10-30T06:44:20.000-04:00FIVE WEEKS! Oh boy, Diane! THAT is a long time. My...FIVE WEEKS! Oh boy, Diane! THAT is a long time. My five days pales in comparison to that trip and since this was not an international vacation, communication via email, text and even Facetime was all possible. Thank you for sharing your story. I love hearing other people's tales. It really does put everything in perspective! :)Kimhttp://www.exquisitelyunremarkable.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-45487505683880570172014-10-31T13:51:35.000-04:002014-10-31T13:51:35.000-04:00It's easy to forget how quiet, empty and cold ...It's easy to forget how quiet, empty and cold the house can be when no one is home. A little dose of reality every now provides perspective and puts all the pretty decor right back its place! ;) Thanks for the comment, Poppy!Kimhttp://www.exquisitelyunremarkable.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-56563164957669473362014-10-31T13:36:23.000-04:002014-10-31T13:36:23.000-04:00Thank you, Brandi~ you just made my day with all o...Thank you, Brandi~ you just made my day with all of your sweet remarks! I would love to write a book someday and comments like yours keep me pushing forward toward that goal! :)Kimhttp://www.exquisitelyunremarkable.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-3047590173427712202014-10-31T13:32:40.000-04:002014-10-31T13:32:40.000-04:00Thank you, Judy. Family really is what makes a hou...Thank you, Judy. Family really is what makes a house a home. Of course, I've always known that, but when the house is empty, it certainly becomes more pronounced! :) Thank you so much for leaving a comment!Kimhttp://www.exquisitelyunremarkable.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-89594607285582176992014-10-31T14:00:02.000-04:002014-10-31T14:00:02.000-04:00Carol, I so appreciate your words of wisdom and pe...Carol, I so appreciate your words of wisdom and perspective. It was hard to be alone, but I know that more of those days are coming faster than I'd like! Hopefully, I will be able to adjust and appreciate the changes as gracefully as you have! :)Kimhttp://www.exquisitelyunremarkable.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-1026923423027023642014-10-24T10:39:47.000-04:002014-10-24T10:39:47.000-04:00Now that's probably the best definition of wha...Now that's probably the best definition of what a good marriage and happy family and home means that I've ever read! :) <br><br>What a great post.Deb @ Frugal Little Bungalowhttp://www.frugallittlebungalow.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-28481252379780854822014-10-27T08:38:25.000-04:002014-10-27T08:38:25.000-04:00First, I am sorry you weren't well, but it sou...First, I am sorry you weren't well, but it sounds like you are better.<br><br>Second, yes, family is the essential accessory to any home. I am glad that everyone is back and everything is right with the world.Carol Cookhttp://artandsand.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-91691405701074962332014-11-08T04:18:59.000-05:002014-11-08T04:18:59.000-05:00Thanks for the kind words, Kim. The ride goes fast...Thanks for the kind words, Kim. The ride goes fast doesn't it?Kimhttp://www.exquisitelyunremarkable.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-22477047543730358072014-10-23T20:36:33.000-04:002014-10-23T20:36:33.000-04:00Such a lovely post. I had one go away to college ...Such a lovely post. I had one go away to college and now she's back and the other left and he comes home every weekend. The house is so quiet when they are both gone (my daughter travels for work now) and then when they are home it's a cheerful chaos. I know I'll only have a couple more years of this and then my house will settle itself. I'm already planning to make a move to a new house that will reflect my new life when both my baby birds fly this crazy coop!Debbiehttp://nopath2thefridge.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-91445458076342570112014-10-23T19:34:05.000-04:002014-10-23T19:34:05.000-04:00Wow Kim this is beautiful and heartwarming. It...Wow Kim this is beautiful and heartwarming. It's amazing what we think we want until we have it. Peace and quiet, time to ourselves, no laundry, cooking or chauffeuring sounds good, but sounds like the quiet was deafening and lonely. Amazing how you felt better on the day of their return and how you found the energy to strip beds, cook and clean. Sometimes family is the best medicine. <br>Wonderful article and sure hits the mark about what makes a house a home !Tracynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-35975551248343081342014-10-23T18:40:42.000-04:002014-10-23T18:40:42.000-04:00So true dear Kim! After all is said and done, love...So true dear Kim! After all is said and done, love conquers all. ENJOY! AnitaAnita Riveranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-87041761188560731332014-10-23T18:12:45.000-04:002014-10-23T18:12:45.000-04:00I understand this so much! My husband has always h...I understand this so much! My husband has always had to travel for his job. I miss him quickly once he's out the door. Now that our kids are grown I'm here alone sometimes. For a few hours it's nice and then I want someone to come home. At the very core of my being, I'm a wife and mom. Without that I'm kind of lost!Staceyhttp://poofingthepillows.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-73621102781281434942014-10-23T18:00:16.000-04:002014-10-23T18:00:16.000-04:00There's just a different energy in the house w...There's just a different energy in the house when your family is home, I agree, Cheryl...even if they are just watching tv!! I hope that those 36 days pass by very quickly and you can start enjoying your time together! How exciting!! :)Kimhttp://www.exquisitelyunremarkable.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-78741208607893818552014-10-23T18:08:02.000-04:002014-10-23T18:08:02.000-04:00Anita, your kind words really touch me. I have nev...Anita, your kind words really touch me. I have never been a material girl, far from it actually, but for some reason this particular house has always held such a special place in my heart. I expected it to provide me with a sense of comfort when my family was gone...I thought, well, at least I'll be in my beloved home. I was truly shocked at how cold and empty it suddenly felt. You are correct, that the dream home is wherever your loved ones reside! :) Thanks for the warm wishes Anita!!Kimhttp://www.exquisitelyunremarkable.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-43189111893717572172014-10-23T17:57:53.000-04:002014-10-23T17:57:53.000-04:00Sally, you are so kind, thank you. This one put a ...Sally, you are so kind, thank you. This one put a lump in my throat, too. ;)Kimhttp://www.exquisitelyunremarkable.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-8799911928933909792014-10-23T17:35:13.000-04:002014-10-23T17:35:13.000-04:00Nancy, believe it or not, that is one of my all ti...Nancy, believe it or not, that is one of my all time favorite songs. I know every word by heart! It's so sad, but it's just so beautiful and such a true sentiment. xoxoKimhttp://www.exquisitelyunremarkable.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-39081191324268720492014-10-23T16:56:47.000-04:002014-10-23T16:56:47.000-04:00Oh Kim... I just swallowed a huge lump in my throa...Oh Kim... I just swallowed a huge lump in my throat. This was really beautiful. Said SO WELL.Sallyhttp://sally-drinkingfrommysaucer.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-56590318830583759072014-10-29T07:26:41.000-04:002014-10-29T07:26:41.000-04:00What are you trying to do here, make us all cry!!!...What are you trying to do here, make us all cry!!!!!! LOL No seriously Kim, this was such a heartfelt post. I enjoyed every word. You really have a beautiful way of sharing your stories. Your writing should be published. Then I could come to all your book signings!! You obviously have a great family. They are so lucky to have a mother and wife who adores them.Brandihttp://bet1975.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-37876296692957585962014-10-29T08:19:16.000-04:002014-10-29T08:19:16.000-04:00You made me cry when I read this. I agree wholehe...You made me cry when I read this. I agree wholeheartedly! Family and those we love make all the difference in the world. Love that you inspired me when you shared your heart on this post.judyhttp://www.justalittlesomethingforyou.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-58702513614126760172014-10-23T14:49:15.000-04:002014-10-23T14:49:15.000-04:00Oh Kim, I mean this....this should be an article i...Oh Kim, I mean this....this should be an article in a HOME design magazine to put a jolt in the readers. I understand exactly what you are experiencing. When my husband has to leave me for business trips (he hates to leave me, and I too don't like for him to be gone), I usually say, "WOO HOO! I'm going to read, write, do this..." but only after about two hours of him being gone, I am lonely. We too love our home that we fixed up together, but without him there, it's not the same. What would I do, God forbid, if I was alone....maybe change the dark sofa he loves to a lighter shade, but after the initial joy of having a lighter shade of sofa wears away, I would still be alone. This is a very well-written draft for what I think could be an article in a home magazine. People need to know that even if they don't have their dream home, they can still be happy, and I AM.<br><br>Big hugs to you as you enjoy the coziness of family dearest Kim! AnitaAnita Riveranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-85318892760131416892014-10-23T12:04:11.000-04:002014-10-23T12:04:11.000-04:00Beautifully written, Kim. In the words of Dionne ...Beautifully written, Kim. In the words of Dionne Warwick's song A House Is Not a Home:<br>A chair is still a chair<br>Even when there's no one sitting there<br>But a chair is not a house<br>And a house is not a home<br>When there's no one there to hold you tight<br>And no one there you can kiss good night<br><br>Hugs, NancyNancy @ A Joyful Cottagehttp://www.ajoyfulcottage.comnoreply@blogger.com