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My Garden Gnome and a Guest Post

June 4, 2012 by Cassie 37 Comments

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What a happy happy and beautiful weekend!  Chris and I headed to North Carolina Saturday morning to head to the wedding of one of my very best friends from college.  We got the the hotel and showered and got ready and headed off.  Here I am in the car on the way…. can you tell I was excited?!?!  I had not seen the bride since my own wedding almost 9 years ago, so I was so excited to see her finally!

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I made it through the ceremony holding back my tears, but as soon as I saw her and was able to talk to her I started crying.  I am just so overwhelmed with happiness and love for her.  If you knew this girl, you would understand.  Some of you remember the story I told of what happened to me in college.  This girl is THE girl that stuck with me through everything.  She was always there for me, to listen, and to encourage.  She always made me feel special and she gave me courage to start being social again, and always included me in her plans, which at the time, was a big deal to me.  Because of her, I also became friends with her friends, so it was a joy to reunite with some of them this past weekend as well.
Most of all, it was a pleasure to meet her new husband, and Kimberly’s new stepdaughters, who are sweet and gorgeous.  They are talented, too!  They sand Bless the Broken Road to Kimberly and their daddy…. I don’t think there were too many dry eyes in the house!  I don’t know how to explain how I felt, but seeing my friend so in love, so happy….. it was amazing.  I wish them a lifetime of wedded bliss.   I did not take any pictures (I think I was too busy eating cake and drinking wine!), but here is the one shot I took of the happy couple.

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And just for laughs, here is an awesome picture of me and the bride, circa 1998….  I am pretty sure we were dressed to “go out”.  I was super stylish with my red shirt and black paints and hair parted too far over to the side…..  And look at those young faces….

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Sunday, before Chris and I headed back home, we had a double date for breakfast with the fabulous Rene of Cottage and Vine, and her husband, Rick.  Rene is even more beautiful in person, and SO sweet!  We had a wonderful time, just hanging out, talking about life, our kids, sports, cheese, and all sorts of things!  Here we are outside of Tex and Shirley’s where we ate (YUMMY!).

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It was a truly happy weekend!

Today you can find me at Home for Hire, filling in for Nicole while she is away!  Pop over and see me because I am sharing a never before seen makeover.  Remember this guy?  Well, he got a makeover, and I think is more of a she now.
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Hop on over to Home for Hire to see the new more glam look!
Also, guess what I found!!!!!  I had been looking all over (ok, and by all over I mean strictly in thrift shops and yard sales, because let’s face it, i don’t shop retail) and found this little guy at a yard sale.  FOR FREE.  
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Ok, so admittedly, you can see why he was free.  But guess what?  He got a makeover and is now a much happier cuter gnome and his paint will last outside!  Head on over to the DIY Club to see

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Much cuter now, huh?  Be sure to go and check out how!

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  1. Fiona, LilyfieldLife says

    June 4, 2012 at 10:17 am

    hi Cassie – the photo of you in the car is absolutely gorgeous. you look radiant!
    glad you had such a great weekend and love your makeovers
    cheers Fiona

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  2. Laurie Langston says

    June 4, 2012 at 10:27 am

    I love Garden Gnomes- as long as they are not creepy- yours is not creepy. He is cute and the paint job helped clean him up.

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  3. Renรฉ says

    June 4, 2012 at 10:57 am

    Cassie, yesterday was so much fun! So glad we could get together! I might have to use your picture because my picasa storage is full. And yes, Im still wondering what happened to the cheese ๐Ÿ™‚

    René

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  4. The Far Fifty says

    June 4, 2012 at 11:21 am

    Glad you had a good weekend! I love garden gnomes! The old owners of our house had a front yard full of tacky garden things and the only thing they left behind was this old, gnarly gnome. I love him and his crazy eyes.

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  5. A place 2 call home says

    June 4, 2012 at 11:44 am

    Sounds like an awesome weekend : ) I love how you painted the knome new colors very cute, and very u!

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  6. [email protected] says

    June 4, 2012 at 11:57 am

    You found a gnome!!! What a score! Happy day! That’s alot of exclamation points.

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  7. [email protected] says

    June 4, 2012 at 11:58 am

    marks. I mean marks. ugh.

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  8. [email protected] says

    June 4, 2012 at 12:30 pm

    So glad you had fun!! I’ll pop over to see your new design. Welcome home!

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  9. Renee says

    June 4, 2012 at 12:47 pm

    sounds like you had a great time. Isn’t it great to reunite with old friends?
    The gnome looks great in Steeler black and gold!!!

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  10. DecorandtheDog says

    June 4, 2012 at 12:53 pm

    Mr. Gnome is almost as cute as you! Awww.

    Glad the wedding was fun. Those things are always hit or miss with me. Yes, I’m that girl.

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  11. Cathy Wall says

    June 4, 2012 at 12:56 pm

    What a fabulous week-end Cassie! Your friend Kimberly sounds like a true gift, the best kind of friend. And what a delight to meet Rene and her hubby, so fun!

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  12. Ange says

    June 4, 2012 at 12:57 pm

    Glad you had a great weekend! Sounds like a beautiful wedding! You know I’m only a little jealous you got to hang with Rene. ๐Ÿ˜‰ Off to see the gnome and campaign pieces. Love me some gnomes.

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  13. Bella says

    June 4, 2012 at 1:08 pm

    That gnome is awesome!! I can’t believe how great it looks…it was in pretty sad shape. He looks so much happier now ๐Ÿ™‚

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  14. Linda @ it all started with paint says

    June 4, 2012 at 1:17 pm

    Cassie,

    You always make me smile! You are so full of joy and warmth and happiness … and it spills out onto your blog. I just love how much love I felt in today’s post and feel like I’m sharing in your joy and your friend’s happiness at her wedding!

    ๐Ÿ™‚

    Linda

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  15. Becca says

    June 4, 2012 at 1:19 pm

    Cassie- you look gorg in your pic- I always look like a doofus when I take my own photo! {And I loved hearing your story about your friendship- so sweet!}
    The gnome looks like he had an extreme makeover- super duper cute!
    xo Becca

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  16. laxsupermom says

    June 4, 2012 at 1:43 pm

    Sounds like a terrific weekend! Love the gnome. He looks so cute in his bright new coat of paint! Thanks for sharing.

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  17. Dana Frieling says

    June 4, 2012 at 1:50 pm

    I just read your story for the first time…talk about transparency! I’m sure you’ve helped many others through your openness and honesty. BTW, I didn’t realize you moved from Austin (saw your comment on Cassie’s blog). Learning all kinds of things about you this morning!

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  18. 17 Perth says

    June 4, 2012 at 1:51 pm

    I love the photo of you guys in college—yall are too cute! Haha..and yes maam–I had that awesome part in my hair too. Haha. Sounds like such a sweet weekend. PS. Your gnome is awesome!

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  19. Dear Emmeline says

    June 4, 2012 at 1:51 pm

    Looks like a great weekend! Love your little redone gfnomie. Too cute!

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  20. Eclectically Vintage says

    June 4, 2012 at 2:02 pm

    That is on BFF – glad you had fun! Did you bring Gnomeo to the wedding – I bet he’s got moves!
    Kelly

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  21. Kelly says

    June 4, 2012 at 2:46 pm

    What a fun weekend! Weddings always make me cry. One time I went to the wedding of one of Andy’s old friends who I had never met. I cried. Your little gnome friend is so handsome and charming now! I bet he’s loving his extreme makeover.

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  22. The Bold Abode says

    June 4, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    I’m so glad you had a wonderful weekend after the week you had! That is what a friend should be…

    You are all over the place today, girl!!! Rock on.

    Sometimes we all just need a little face lift to find new life… I know that little guy is so glad you rescued him… I mean, if he were real he would be. But, who knows, maybe one day you’ll walk outside and he’ll be on the other side of the garden and you’ll stop to think twice…

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  23. Maury Kilgo says

    June 4, 2012 at 6:07 pm

    Love it! What a fun trip and what a special girl to have been with you during that struggle.

    And your new little gnome friend is ADORABLE.

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  24. Carmel @ Our Fifth House says

    June 4, 2012 at 6:17 pm

    Looks like you had a great weekend! How fun to meet to Rene! Your college pic is priceless – didn’t we all have a pair of “black going out” pants?! HA! Love your little gnome- he’s so cute in his new colors!

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  25. Ali Richardson says

    June 4, 2012 at 6:40 pm

    Hooray! SO glad you had so much fun ๐Ÿ™‚ Some friends are forever friends, and they are the BEST kind ๐Ÿ™‚
    xoxo

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  26. miss flibbertigibbet says

    June 4, 2012 at 7:47 pm

    So glad you had a chance to reunite with a special friend! Love the gnome…he needs to travel with you and choose furniture!
    Blessings, Lorraine

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  27. Mrs. Handyverger says

    June 4, 2012 at 8:33 pm

    Love the gnome, especially with his nifty new blue hat! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  28. Allison says

    June 4, 2012 at 9:07 pm

    What a great weekend you had! How fun you and Rene met in person! I love the photo of the two of you. The gnome is darling after you worked your magic! A cute addition to your garden. Happy Monday!

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  29. Bliss says

    June 4, 2012 at 9:13 pm

    I will pick up those multiplying little trolls when they are free for my daughter, so I’m glad you rescued him. And yes it makes her mad when I call them trolls. You too?

    ~Bliss~

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  30. Carrie @ Hazardous Design says

    June 4, 2012 at 10:49 pm

    Cassie, only you could make a garden gnome look so adorable ๐Ÿ™‚
    So sweet to read about your bff’s wedding and your history together. Best friends rule.

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  31. kathy {opposite of grey} says

    June 4, 2012 at 11:29 pm

    So glad you had a nice weekend and a great time at your friend’s wedding! I’m sure it was a really special reunion for you seeing someone again who filled such an important supportive role in your life. LOVE your little gnome! I don’t think he could’ve came out any cuter!!! Add gnome to the list of things I’d like for my yard (along with fairy garden!).

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  32. pam {simple details} says

    June 5, 2012 at 2:09 am

    What a great post, Cassie! Your friend sounds like a treasure, there’s nothing like the bond between old friends that know all your history. Fun photos! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  33. Megan says

    June 5, 2012 at 10:11 am

    What a fun weekend!! Nothing better than getting to join in on someone’s special day. OMG, I’m dying over that picture! How does 1998 not seem that long ago, but you look like a baby!

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  34. Kara @ June & Bear says

    June 5, 2012 at 1:56 pm

    glad you had a great weekend and were able to attend a special event for a special friend. and i can’t believe you made me think “cute” about a garden gnome. well done friend.

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  35. thistlewoodfarm says

    June 5, 2012 at 2:30 pm

    What a wonderful post….full of friendship and joy. You always make me smile and your sweet spirit shines through the pages of your blog!

    blessings my wonderful friend,
    karianne

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  36. Jessica @ Stay at Home-ista says

    June 5, 2012 at 11:18 pm

    Pretty sure I wore the same red shirt and black pants around that time. What was it with black pants? It’s like they were magic or something:)

    Jessica
    stayathomeista.com

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  37. Sharon @ mrshinesclass says

    June 6, 2012 at 6:46 am

    So glad you got to see your friend, but more than that, I’m glad you have her!
    The gnome is definitely cute now.

    Sharon @ mrs. hines class

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