When we moved to Illinois 37 years ago, some new friends offered a connection (interior designer) to get us furniture at very, very reasonable prices. We had several styles to choose from and this was the most simple, traditional furniture we could get. We were very grateful because in those days we had only one paycheck.We may not have cared a whole bunch for the furniture and we added some mismatched pieces, but we were happy there. The kids used to crowd us on the bed and look out the windows at the tall trees in the backyard.
If you compare photos you'll see that we only brought over the reading light and cedar chest from our Illinois bedroom.
When we got to Hawaii, my son said, "Make your bedroom exactly what you want this time. DON'T get it on Craigslist. Get things that match. You've saved your whole life. It's time to enjoy some things." 
It did take some doing to get just what we wanted. All the furniture pieces finally arrived after several months. I stood back to look at it and had to smile. It's just what we wanted. We love it.The only thing missing is our kids.
Aww. Your last line is a hard one.
ReplyDeleteWhat strikes me about your last bedroom is the spaciousness. Very nice, Kay! Love your bedspread, too.
ReplyDeleteretirement is the time to reward yourselves for the hard work and now you can a grandchild and spouses to your family to enjoy your home when they visit...hurrah!
ReplyDeleteKay;
ReplyDeleteYour bedroom does look fantastic.
I love that you smiled when you stood back and looked at it.
BTW, Beautiful duvet!
That must be a nice feeling to have finally gotten what really pleases you. I'm still waiting for that time.
ReplyDeleteIt looks super, Kay. I'm very happy for you and Art, although, as Dina said, you do sound wistful about the kids. Well, KC was there for a while and I'm sure she'll be back!
ReplyDeleteLuv, K
Kay, Alberta, Canada
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It's very nice, but furniture is just furniture. It's the warmth of family that makes a home.
ReplyDeleteGigi: Actually, I used that PhotoShop Photomerge device and combined photos to get a panoramic of our bedroom now and it made it look larger because of the fish eye effect.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like you have it pulled together very nicely, just waiting to get a little messed up by some grandkid play.
ReplyDeleteYour bedroom is very beautiful! Mine is very simple. The bookcase is the most important piece of furniture.The bed is one of twin beds and we got them 47 years ago.
ReplyDeleteI also miss my kids and of course my husband.Some things cannot be changed.
well I like mismatched pieces Kay, the early photos look great to me. Your kids will always be a part of your life in some way. It's just changed a bit.
ReplyDeleteI love the simple lines of your new bedroom furniture. The style looks very much "Shaker-ish." Is it?
ReplyDeleteJean: Yes, I do believe it had that as a description on the pamphlet. We wanted something with very simple "zen like" lines. We've always been partial to the Shaker style.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great space. It so inviting and open. For new furniture was definitely worth the wait! ENJOY!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year, jj
How nice. It all looks very nice. I agree I like the simple lines in a bedroom. I don't like things too fussy.
ReplyDeleteI can see why you love it!!! I like classic lines, too.
ReplyDeleteWell Kay, if your kids both came and crowded into the bed now, bringing their mates and kids, the experience would still probably fall short of your dreams. ;)
ReplyDeleteYour bedroom looks like a relaxing haven -- which is exactly what I think a bedroom should be.
The room looks beautiful and very comfy. We always miss our kids, though.
ReplyDeleteYour son gave you very good advice. I'm so glad you followed it. Being back in Hawaii is a new start for you, and if you can't have your kids there, you might just as well have your home the way you want it.
ReplyDeleteVery nice room, Kay.
ReplyDeleteYour kids are always a part of you & Art...
It is nice to finally get what you want. I like the looks of it. Thank you for coming by.
ReplyDeleteYour bedroom looks beautiful! Interesting how we have to give up some things to get others. Wish it didn't have to be like that.
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