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Living Room Updates and a Very Special Announcement

September 2, 2012 by Cassie 27 Comments

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Happy Sunday, September 2, 2012!  I do not normally post on Sundays anymore, but am posting today for a couple of special reasons.  The first reason is very near and dear to my heart, and the second reason, just a little business.

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I took this photo last March, but oh if you could see her hair now!

If you have been reading my blog for over a year, you know all about Cora.  If you don’t know about Cora, you can read my connection with her here.  One year ago today, she received a life-saving bone marrow transplant from her big brother.  We had found out on my birthday (I remember asking God for that as my only gift that year) that her big brother, Sawyer’s buddy, Andrew was a perfect match.  It was the news we had all prayed for and hoped for.  One year later, we celebrate Cora’s “new birthday”.  All things considered, Cora is doing well and is as healthy as possible at this point.  Her family has had quite the year with all of the hospital stays and visits and clinic visits.  They have also made many friends along their journey, and sadly have lost some of those friends to cancer and other diseases.  One year out, Cora is doing well, but her journey does not end here, my friends.  Cora is only 2 1/2 years old- her life is just beginning. From the bottom of my heart, I thank you all for the prayers and donations you send the Dalik family over the past year.  I do not like to share my religious views so often on my blog and I keep my relationship with God private- that is just how I am.  But today, I need to thank you all, and thank God, for listening to our prayers.  Now it’s time to celebrate!  Next Saturday, I will be attending the carnival for Cora and I hope to take lots of pictures to share with you.  And I really just can’t say thank you enough.  I would love to pop my face through this screen and kiss you all for the love and support and prayers.  Muah!

And now onto a little business.  I have been meaning to share with you some updates on the living room, but haven’t been able to find the time and good lighting!  This morning is overcast so I booted everyone OUT and snapped some pictures.  (Also, since I am a finalist for the Country Living Blue Ribbon blogger award in decorating– and you can vote every day- I wanted to make sure I had the most recent and accurate photos of my home on my blog).  Most recently you may recall in the Spring when I added coral into my life.  Well, as it turns out, as much as I loved it, I don’t think I am a coral person.  With the new addition of our navy master bedroom, I am having a little love affair with navy, which I hope will last longer than my coral fling.  Navy, I will love you forever.  Or at least longer than 4 months.

So, more details to follow on some new additions to the room, but here is the living room as of today….

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Oh, you see that in the corner?  That’s my new $5 desk.  Yes, $5.  It needed some serious love and paint, but I had love and paint to give it. Here is a better view with our new Fall Fun list up.  I made the list while the kids were in school on Friday, so I need their help adding more to it.  I love that this desk has a functional drawer (the coral one had a faux drawer), and an open shelf for PC’s and remotes to rest at the end of the day.

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Still loving my gray and orange bookcases! (and of course the kids fun retro glider- a little quirky, but we love it!)

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View out of the living room and into the dining room, and Jake taking a rest on the dining room floor.  You might also notice the new navy pillows!  I was THE LUCKIEST GIRL EVER and won 3 navy pillow covers from Amber Interiors!  She has some of the coolest stuff, so I was thrilled!  I had been planing on buying some navy pillows, so this win could not have come at a better time.  Thank you, Amber!  I just love her eclectic bohemian style- these pillows could not be more perfect!

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A view of the gray painted mantle (which was the first DIY project I tackled in this home 11 months ago!), with some simple bottles, my pom pom garland, and aqua glass ball jars filled with beach treasures the kids found.  They each created one beach treasure jar… I like having it up there now because it’s sort of like a farewell to summer up there.  Oh, and you see that cool white birdcage in the corner?  My mom gave me that for my birthday!

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Here is a closer view of the mantle and beach treasure jars….

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And here is a close up of the cage….. Yes, I know it’s way too early for Halloween decor, but I figured just one black owl wouldn’t hurt… or would it?

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And we plan to add built ins under the windows (We have only been here 11 months, people!) but for now we have temporarily placed an antique dresser that was a perfect fit under the window.

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And of course, because this is my living room, I had to have some little woodland critters…. a brass deer I found a while ago, and an adorable brass owl my beautiful bloggy friend, Carmel, gave me!

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So it’s quite different from its last look with coral, and I love it even more!  Alright, now to update my home tour.….

Happy Sunday, and thank you again for all the prayers and donations that have made a huge difference in Cora’s life this past year.
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  1. Tonya Diehl says

    September 2, 2012 at 2:28 pm

    So happy to hear that little Miss Cora is doing well!! She is so cute!! Love all of the new additions to your living room as well!! That $5.00 desk is just perfect!! What a great find!!

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  2. Lisa at Shine Your Light says

    September 2, 2012 at 2:35 pm

    First of all I am so happy to hear how well little Cora is doing! How wonderful!
    Second, your living room looks so pretty, pulled together, comfortable and bright! Love the changes you’ve made and the desk corner. I have a similar desk area in my living room and love having a designated spot for the laptop to live. Your new pillows look great and I especially love that pop of orange from the bookcases!

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  3. Dee @ A Lapin Life says

    September 2, 2012 at 2:41 pm

    All your updates are beautiful! Cora is one lucky sweet little girl.

    Dee

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  4. Janel from NellieBellie says

    September 2, 2012 at 3:02 pm

    Yay for a little girl that is healthy!! Praying that she continues to improve and get stronger!! Congrats on your well deserved nomination on Country Living…I’ll be voting every single day!!

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  5. Junky Vagabond says

    September 2, 2012 at 3:13 pm

    Such a blessing that she’s healthy! Your living room is coming along so nicely!

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  6. Lisa @ Turning Tables says

    September 2, 2012 at 3:35 pm

    I like your style SO much! SO much. And Yay for Cora!!! She is such a strong little one. xo

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  7. Jeff says

    September 2, 2012 at 5:17 pm

    Thanks for making me cry! Loved seeing my little girl on your post. Love you!!

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  8. Suzy www.savedbysuzy.blogspot.com says

    September 2, 2012 at 5:38 pm

    What great news about sweet Cora! I’m still going strong on my navy AND coral love, but your lr looks great with your new pillows from Amber. Keeping my fingers crossed (and voting!) for your blogger award.

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  9. Kirby Dunton Carespodi says

    September 2, 2012 at 5:46 pm

    I generally keep my beliefs to myself, because I don’t want to alienate readers. But I do believe God is good, and this just proves it! Your house looks fab, and if I had small people, I would steal that recliner. Lucky for you, my son is 6’1″ and weighs 200 pounds. We grow ’em big here.

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  10. Bella says

    September 2, 2012 at 5:58 pm

    So happy to hear Cora is doing well. She will continue to be in my prayers 🙂

    Love all the updates to your living room! Your new desk is so sweet and that open shelf is awesome to have!

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  11. Kacey says

    September 2, 2012 at 6:19 pm

    Fantastic news about Cora! So happy to hear that she’s doing so well.

    Your whole house is looking beautiful, Cassie! Talented girl! I love it all.

    I’m so excited for your big news!!! Congratulations!!!

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  12. Elizabeth (Blue Clear Sky) says

    September 2, 2012 at 7:54 pm

    So happy Cora is doing a lot better. She is adorable. Also, your living room looks so pretty. Love the pillows with your pretty rug and the addition of navy. I love bookcases and hope to find a great set at a good price one of these days.

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  13. Julia @ 551Eastdesign says

    September 2, 2012 at 8:00 pm

    Cora’s smile is so sweet! Her eye’s have so much light in them. 🙂 And your living room keeps getting better and better. You were born to create beautiful things Cassie. 🙂

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  14. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    September 2, 2012 at 8:34 pm

    So happy to hear good news about Cora! What a beauty! … And your living room is looking fabulous!

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  15. Catherine says

    September 2, 2012 at 8:35 pm

    Thank you for the update on Cora, and have a wonderful time at the carnival.

    I really LOVE your living room. It just seems to be a great combination of comfort and style, and I really love the colours. I know what you mean about coral, I like the colour, but i’m loving your new colours (and those in your bedroom) more!

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  16. Ali Richardson says

    September 2, 2012 at 10:12 pm

    Happy happy new birthday sweet Cora. I’m so happy to hear that she is doing well!!
    LOVE all the updates and the navy makes me super happy! U r so gonna win 😉

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  17. The Far Fifty says

    September 2, 2012 at 11:29 pm

    So happy for that little girl, yay! And I’m gonna be voting for you like it’s my job!

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  18. Carrie @ Hazardous Design says

    September 3, 2012 at 12:34 pm

    CASSIE! Congratulations on being a finalist for Country Living! That’s HUGE! I’ll vote for you as often as I can. Your living room is looking fantastic. Love all the updates. Finally, I’m so happy to hear that little Cora is doing well 🙂

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  19. Holly says

    September 3, 2012 at 1:55 pm

    I love your fireplace color!

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  20. Eclectically Vintage says

    September 3, 2012 at 2:45 pm

    I’m so happy to hear about Cora!

    And your well deserved nomination for Country Living! Love your new pics – I loved the coral too – but what’s wrong with changing things up every once in awhile!

    Keeping my fingers crossed!
    Kelly

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  21. Cheryl Thornton says

    September 4, 2012 at 4:16 am

    so glad to hear about Cora…I am a new follower who is 20 months post transplant for CML…I know exactly what that little girl has gone through – how scary for someone her age…God bless her and her family

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  22. Maury @ Life on Mars says

    September 4, 2012 at 12:54 pm

    So I loved the coral desk, but I don’t know that I’d be able to live with it forever either. It looks great now too!

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  23. Mary says

    September 4, 2012 at 7:46 pm

    So glad to hear Cora is doing well. Congratulations on your Country Living Blue Ribbon Blogger nomination! That is so exciting. Your living room update is very pretty too! All good news!!!

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  24. Aimee - ItsOverflowing.com says

    September 6, 2012 at 5:00 pm

    So happy to hear that little Miss Cora is doing well!! Love all of the new additions to your living room as well!! A $5.00 desk…AWESOME! Thanks for sharing at It’s Overflowing!

    XO, Aimee

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  25. Kara @ June & Bear says

    September 7, 2012 at 1:20 am

    so happy to hear about cora. and really, you can’t go wrong with navy. your living room looks great and congrats on your nomination!

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  26. DIY Show Off says

    September 8, 2012 at 12:29 am

    Awe, Cora is such a doll and what good news that’s she’s doing well at this time. Continued thoughts and prayers!

    Congratulations on being a finalist! Woo hoo! Well deserved!

    I love your living room. I’m going to include a link back in tomorrow’s highlights. 😉

    Happy weekend, Cass!

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  27. Yanet @ 3 Sun Kissed Boys says

    October 1, 2012 at 6:44 pm

    So happy to hear good news about Cora. Just as I was telling the boys last night, God always listens.

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