Tuesday, November 16, 2010

White Wednesday "Country Roads and Cinderella Dreams"

The past few days I have been losing myself at Country Roads 

I heard this song today while I was there and it made me smile

and just forget everything that I am so helpless about



I met the sweetest young couple over the weekend

who took a few photos of my space for

decor inspiration.  So we talked burlap walls...



this is a small moment of time

when I forget that each day I am

losing my mother...




I look forward to Wednesday

when I can join

Kathleen's White Wednesday






and my heart was filled

with joy when I found

these old enamelware pitchers



now for the Cinderella story...

Years ago when I was a single mom

I cut out my clothing allowance to give more to

my children. So I started shopping for my

clothing at the Goodwill.

Well I got pretty darn good at it since

persistence and patience pays off...

Soon I had Donna Karan, Marc Jacobs

and Michael Kors in my closet.

Well this week I added Tory Burch, Guess

and a Tylie Malibu handbag!


and "yes" I married Prince Charming



Tory Burch "Thora" Flip flops

are retailed for 115.00 at Bloomingdales

as you can see mine were 2.99

God blessed me with big hair and BIG FEET

the Guess sandals were the same price

and the Tylie Malibu handbag was 5.99

and everything was NEW


Well ladies have a blessed week



much love to all of you

xoxo

50 comments:

  1. Quite the score, Kate. I love how you hung your enamelware pitchers inside the frames.....very original. Something about decorating your space...you lose yourself in another world.

    My heart goes out to you regarding your Mom. I just can't even imagine life without mine and really dread the day when I have to face that fact.

    Best wishes,

    Kathleen

    ReplyDelete
  2. Oh what great finds, Kate! A girl after my own heart~!! I love to treasure hunt at the thrift shops, some of my favorite and most-worn clothing items come from there! It just takes a little patience and a good eye!
    Your booth at Country Roads is looking as fabulous as ever!!
    ~xo/michelle~

    ReplyDelete
  3. thrifting gets into your blood/mind/pocket and it makes it difficult to spend full price for anything! great score - and i love how you framed the pitchers...

    ReplyDelete
  4. Great thrifty finds! I had a friend who used to nab new stuff and resell on eBay when it first began!
    Love the booths and all the fun vintage items!
    Hugs- Tete

    ReplyDelete
  5. Wow! Great treasures, Kate! Why can't I ever come across super finds like yours??? lol! I will certainly keep your sweet mom in my prayers, too.... :)

    xoxo laurie

    ReplyDelete
  6. "Blessed to be a blessing..." that's you, dear. You deserve them.
    xox,
    Debra

    ReplyDelete
  7. Wow Kate what great finds, and what a wonderful deal on them... your photos are all so beautiful, I just love everything you found!!! I'm so sorry to hear about your mother, I will keep you and your family in my prayers!
    Blessings~~~ Daphne

    ReplyDelete
  8. Ooh Kate,
    Love those sandals and the photo kicking your feet up! What great finds you have, great designers. I wish our Goodwill had such lovely things. I need to remember to go Wednesdays, I think that's when they put the new stuff out. I could walk there, just have to remember: White Wednesday/Goodwill Day ;)

    Hey, I love this song, it would be a perfect walking song too. I think I'll put it on my iPhone and walk to it tomorrow if it's available and think of you and what you give back in life with your caring spirit.

    About your mom, I've read past posts you've shared about her, what a fantastic woman! Well, I don't have to tell YOU that. I do need to say, I've been through the same with my dad many, many years ago and just April of this year with my beloved step-father. Every single part of my heart is with you, Kate. From my experience with these two men, it is a gift to be able to say everything that was in my heart and I truly believe, vice-versa for them. May this comfort you a bit, kind soul:
    There's no where you will travel which God hasn't been first.

    There is beauty in the world, just like the song says. You can email if you ever need to chat.
    Love to you ~Tracie

    ReplyDelete
  9. Oh Kate I love your Cinderella story! You get the best of the best from your Goodwill...you know I'm wondering if some angels just happen to drop those gorgeous designer items on the shelves just for you to find! I love those Guess sandals.

    Now onto your beautiful little corner of heaven at Country Roads. Your style is so me. You really know where to place things and have such an eye for designing a comfortable space. You are an Artist who beholds beauty. (Psalm 27:4) love to you beautiful one. ox~ kerrie

    ReplyDelete
  10. Love your fun finds, Kate...it's always great to find something special! Your area at Country Roads is just beautiful...I'm glad you have a space to bring your creative energies right now. I will keep you and your sweet mother in my prayers...

    ReplyDelete
  11. You got it girl, I will be callin you up when I hit town!
    Now let me just let out a EEEEEEEKKK!!!
    I can't believe your finds from the goodwill
    Cali has its perks for sure in the upscale finds.
    I just got a Chloe' sweater to die for this fall for 2.50 it was hurry up and get out of the store before they know what I have feeling...LOL
    Oh, I just love your space and the hanging pitchers are so clever. Enamelware must be in the air...
    I think of you and your mother everyday hoping you are doing your very best.
    Hang in there girl.
    Can't wait to meetcha
    Amy

    ReplyDelete
  12. ~*~LOVELY post Kate!! And WOW you scored at Goodwill!! Thats my favorite place to shop too!! ;) just wish I could luck out and find what you find!!!! HUGS, Rachel ~*~*~*

    ReplyDelete
  13. Ok, so much to comment on...

    First, totally dig those pillow, where did you find them??

    And seriously which Goodwill do you find this stuff at??? I've been to the ones around here and find NOTHING. Tell me your secrets!!!

    And lastly, I'm so sorry about last weekend...for everything...through all of the craziness remember I'm here for you.

    xoxo (that means LOVE ya know!) :))
    PK

    Oh, and I've never heard that song, but it made me smile, too. I can just see you and G shakin' your booties to it!

    ReplyDelete
  14. O Kate you find beautiful things !!! looks all verry nice !! have a lovely day darling......love Ria..

    ReplyDelete
  15. No way! Love it all. What a super SCORE! I happen to have that same bag and a few others - from back in the day when I wasn't worried about the economy. Boy have things changed. I supposed I should dig those extra ones out and get them on eBay (sorry Goodwill shoppers, these Tylies won't end up there! Although I'll be looking next time I go back!)
    I love your different displays in #31. I'm so glad you were able to get lost in the moment for a while. Nice isn't it?
    Praying you and your Mom have a peaceful and blessed week.
    Missy

    ReplyDelete
  16. I'm in LOVE with your booth! GREAT inspiration! ...and your GW finds, just fabulous!

    Please know that I'm keeping you and your family in my prayers.

    ReplyDelete
  17. Morning Kate ~ You have the best booth, I just love love love your style. In accessories too - yipes - what a steal (definately a "start the car" shopping trip) And while Im gushing - your toes are perfect too.Thank God I live in a place where we wear socks 10 months of the year:) I wish you a peaceful and loving week with your Mom and family. Always in my prayers.

    ReplyDelete
  18. Oh Kate, it is so hard to see your parent fight such a difficult struggle. My Dad fought until the very end, but the effects of the disease made things so hard for all of us. I'm glad you have a place to go to be creative. It is like therapy. And you must take care of yourself!!

    Those enamelware pitchers are great! I have a customer who collects those so I'm always on the lookout for her...they are difficult to find around here....at least affordable! Your booth design and style is always an inspiration!! Gorgeous!

    Love your fashionista finds.....the purse is such a pretty shade of pink!!

    Take care,

    Polly

    ReplyDelete
  19. Hello Kate... I came over here from my friend Tracie's blog at My Petite Maison... I am sorry your mama is not well... I lost my own sweet mama 28 years ago, much too young, and not a day goes by that I don't miss her and think of her... treasure every moment you are with your mama... she will always be close by watching over you, and with you in your heart... my heart aches for you at this difficult time... but from what I have read, you are a very strong, courageous woman... your photos are lovely... and your thrift shop finds are fabulous... I especially love your pretty purse... love to you, and prayers as well... xoxo Julie Marie

    ReplyDelete
  20. Hi there I am one of many single moms and I find your site very interesting. I hope I have much time each day to drop by and check your site for recent post.

    ReplyDelete
  21. As always, your space looks great! What song did you hear that made you smile? Just curious as I pick the music for the store ipod. The thing with your mom is not easy. I lost my mom and dad within five months of each other, so I know where you are coming from. Have a great day, and see you soon!

    Take care, Sue

    ReplyDelete
  22. Wow, what a great deal! I love GW and I go there all of the time. You can't beat the price and designer quality. I love your booth and I love the enamelware pitchers. Mary :O)

    ReplyDelete
  23. As always Kate your booth looks fabulous---love, love, love, your style!! What terrific finds at the Goodwill. I understand completely the escape at Country Roads, I do not have a booth there, but I go there just to relax, unwind, forget my troubles, and take in all the fabulous treasures that await me. Keeping you and your Mom close in my heart and prayers. Take care,
    Jeanette

    ReplyDelete
  24. I just stumbled upon your blog from a comment of yours on another. Funny how that works, isn't it? I love your blog, so I'm so happy for this bit of serendipity! I'm sorry for your sadness over your mother however.
    Brenda

    ReplyDelete
  25. Hi Kate!! love your new sandals, so cute!! your space looks fantastic, love the pitchers and the green pillow so darling, I need to get down there to check it all out! so good to see you the other day, sorry so brief, when the mister doesn't feel well the world stops! :) xoxo

    ReplyDelete
  26. ((Hugs)) to you Kate and your sweet Mom. Having gone through something similar it was very helpful to have a creative space to get lost in. Your space looks so inviting ~ love the pitchers hanging in the frames!

    ReplyDelete
  27. I can't even imagine how hard it is to cope with the idea of losing your momma....ENJOY the small MOMents between the 2 of you.
    You SCORED at Goodwill! I LOVE Tory Burch! When I first read you shopped at GW for your clothing I was like NO WAY! She always looks so good and put together! You made me PROUD to shop GW(clothing). Take care Kate! XO

    ReplyDelete
  28. I love a savvy shopper!!! YES!!! And I am so sorry to hear about your mother....I am praying for you and your family...

    ReplyDelete
  29. Hi Kate,
    I met you at the Irvine flea market a couple of weeks ago. I was in the booth with Irma, and it was such a pleasure to meet you!! I love how you put the enamel pitchers in the frames, absolutely wonderful! I will have to visit your booth next time I'm at Country Roads.
    I am so sorry for the pain you are experiencing right now in regards to your dear momma. My Mom has been quite ill the past year as well, and she's all I have in regards to a parent, so I can truly empathize with you. I will pray for your sweet mom and you.
    Bless you sweet one.
    Sincerely,
    Melinda

    ReplyDelete
  30. well this post made me cry and super happy all at the same time. tears for your mama and happy that a little retail therapy put a smile on your face of only for a moment.

    kate, i am so sorry to hear about your mom. i need to catch up, but i will be thinking of you and if you ever need a good cry and want to hit up a complete stranger...even it's at 4 am. i'm here for you, babe. i mean it.

    lots of love your way, heidi

    ReplyDelete
  31. I LOVE how you entangled your beautiful pictures & touching stories from your heart! What a beautiful post. Thanks for sharing a piece of you today!

    ReplyDelete
  32. Most importantly (to me) did the green pillow with petals/flowers sell? Love it!!! Happy Day, my friend! ~Mindy

    ReplyDelete
  33. Nice images and beautiful pictures!!!

    Kisses.

    ReplyDelete
  34. Hi Kate,
    Great finds my friend!!! Even your feet are beautiful!!!
    I love getting to see your lovely booth.
    hugs to you...

    ReplyDelete
  35. You even have cute feet girl...Hee, hee, hee, Great finds...I love, love, love Cinderella stories. Sending you and your mami all my love and prayers.

    Love you,
    ♥Ana

    ReplyDelete
  36. I'm convinced that you shop at some enchanted sort of Goodwill!!! It's unreal!

    Prayers continue for your dear mama.

    Hugs,
    Anne

    ReplyDelete
  37. What great finds! It is so rewarding to see your hard work pay off:)

    ReplyDelete
  38. What Fabulous Treasures..... Thinking of You Often and Praying for You & Your Sweet Mom~
    xox

    ReplyDelete
  39. Hi Kate....I am so sorry to hear about your Mom,I lost my Mom right after Meg was born,I know in my heart she hung long enough to hold her...long enough to tell me "She has old eyes and and an old soul"and oh how right she was! Treasure each and every moment,she will always be with you! Much love,Chrissy

    ReplyDelete
  40. Princess, my prayers & thoughts are with you.
    Big Hugs!!! Delmy

    Have an Ooh La La Weekend!!!

    ReplyDelete
  41. SCORE!!!! How fabulous is that?! Why don't we have a Goodwill like yours;) Just wanted to stop by, say hello and wish you and your beautiful family a Happy Thanksgiving. Keeping you and your Mom in my daily prayers.
    ~Debra
    Capers of the vintage vixens

    ReplyDelete
  42. ~*~Hi Kate!! I hope you win my giveaway!!! Hope your Thanksgiving was wonderful.How are you?? HUGS,Rachel~*~*

    ReplyDelete
  43. I can't believe the beautiful clothes in my closet b/c I now shop at Goodwill!!! New stuff like you say...purses out my ears! LOL!
    I LOVE the ottoman below that you did. Perfect fabric choice. And your Gracie girl with those big brown eyes...sooo pretty. Wow.

    ReplyDelete
  44. I don't know how I landed here but glad I did. You are beautiful & so is your blog. xoxo Laura
    P.S. love your ottoman.

    ReplyDelete
  45. Loving your french toe nails! I'm so jealous! Great scores! I just found a pair of pink ugg clogs at my GW for $2.99. Wish they were my size but I will be the best Aunt to my 14 year old niece when she receives them for Christmas. I love the enamelware and the two pillows I spy! There are never any fun burlap pillows around here! If only I sewed, which I don't!

    Miss you girl!

    xoxo
    Meg

    ReplyDelete
  46. Just checking in, Kate.
    You're in my thoughts.
    xoxo~Tracie

    ReplyDelete
  47. Hello Kate,
    Thinking of you and just wanted to stop by and say hello. Hope you and your mom are doing well:) Hope your weekend is a special one.
    ~Debra XXX
    Capers of the vintage vixens

    ReplyDelete
  48. Hi Kate ~ Thinking about You & Missing Your Sweet Posts, Hope & Pray All is well.... xox
    Cheryl

    ReplyDelete
  49. Hey Kate! Just checking in friend!

    Miss you!!

    Hugs~

    Polly

    ReplyDelete
  50. Hi Kate I'm just dropping by to give you the Versatile Blogger Award for your amazing blog. Come by my page to pick up your award:)

    Blessings,
    Shanna

    ReplyDelete

Note: Only a member of this blog may post a comment.