The House

Who slept here before I came,

who lived in this room

how did it look

was it the same?

Was there a girl or two,

a little boy?

A house filled with toys,

with joys,

with dreams…

Or was it just a lonely place

with empty beds

and silent rooms.

Was it always filled with gloom?

And did the house

long to be loved?

Was there a girl who danced and sang,

a dinner bell that chimed or rang?

And did anyone

ever stand

right here

as I do

now?

(unknown)

This old house...just a cottage really...is the site of my new home.  We've bought a small property...much smaller than we now have, and not far from where we now live.  It's across the road from the ocean, or rather an inlet of the ocean.  The cottage on the property has been empty since the 1950's and is now derelict with the roof caving in, so the building will be torn down and a new home built.  A smallish home with a very modern design.

It's neither where I thought I'd be living or what I thought I'd end up building!  It's funny how you can be blissfully walking down one road and then realize you've skipped over to another, completely different one.  It's not that I'm not happy with it...it's just a surprise!

I rather like the idea of clean modern lines and decorating in bright colours.  I also like the idea of a roof top deck with views of the water. 

It's a funny old thing, this life we live!

Comments

[Barbara]

sounds wonderful, can't wait to see it finished.

[Kate I]

Thanks Barbara...should take about 4 or 5 months...better make that 6...to finish the house! Exciting times.

[Deb Taylor]

oh what a diamond in the rough. I LOVE IT.! what a jewel. I love the soul of an old, creaky home....Please keep us posted with the progress and growth into your new home,, as you feather your nest!

[Graciel @ Evenstar Art]

Very exciting, Kate! What brought you two to the decision to build anew? I love unexpected change..even if I resist it at first...it always contains unlooked for, amazing gifts.

I love the tag journal too! More inspiration form you. :)

So glad to have you back in my comment box. Your caring and kindness mean the world to me.

xo, Graciel

[Genie Sea]

I love your poem! It's intriguing to imagine who lived in a house before. Congratulations on your new adventure :)

[Kate I]

Graciel, we wanted a smaller home than we have now...less work, more fun! We thought we'd move into the small town that we're close to which would be within walking distance of everything but nothing we liked was available right now so...plans changed! We're very excited about this new venture.

And yes, the tag journal is fun...I'm still a few weeks behind but gradually getting caught up, after all it's all about the process not the end result (I keep telling myself!).

Thanks for your sweet comment Graciel...I feel exactly the same about my connections with you.

[Kate I]

Thanks Deb, and yes, I love old homes too so this modern design will be something very different for us. I used to live in an old house which was built in 1915 with a wrap around front porch and a view of the lake, complete with turrets...what a gem it was! I had a look at your lovely home/bed and breakfast, on your website. My husband and I have now put a trip through New Mexico and Texas on our travel list!

[Kate I]

Thanks Genie, I've had this poem tucked away for 25 years and just found it as I was clearing up boxes in the basement for packing. I've always loved it.

[Serena]

What a beautiful poem!

Kate, I'm sooooo excited for you and your hubby! A wonderful new experience awaits you both....what fun you will have setting up your new home and the location sounds perfect! My dream has always been to live in a cottage by the sea....I am GREEN with envy ~ :)

love, light and peace,
serena

[Martie .]

Looks like you have found the perfect spot - and the fact that it was a surprise makes it all the more wonderful! And to be by the ocean! Perfection!! I hope you go ahead with the roof deck. I imagine you will spend hours, and hours up there.

[Olivia]

I am excited for this next transition in your life, Kate. I have never had the chance to have a house built from scratch, but it sounds very creative and exciting. I wish you much happiness, and enjoyment of this "in-between" time as well, Love, O