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One Little, Two Little, Three Little Pairs of Chairs

November 6, 2013 by Cassie 55 Comments

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Y’all.  I am going to be straight with you.  Yesterday was a tough day.  I headed to the gym for class and when I got home, Charlie just looked sad to me.  He sat on the tile floor in the kitchen looking so lost and depressed.  He used to shy away from the camera, but he can’t see me anymore, so he sat still for this….

My heart broke as I watched him just sitting there, on a floor he has never enjoyed sitting on.  I gave him some love, and then headed up to take a shower and get ready to meet some friends for lunch.  When I came back downstairs, there he was in the same position with the same look on his face; and I just couldn’t hold it together anymore.  I kneeled down and petted him and cried.  My cry became a sob.  And of course just then the UPS man came up the driveway, so I ran and hid in the bathroom and pretended I wasn’t home.  I am cool like that.  (And don’t fret, he left my package by the door.)  The dogs both barked at the UPS man, and I waited for the truck to pull away before I came out of the bathroom and saw Charlie alert and barking at the refrigerator…. not the direction of the door the UPS man was at.  So of course that set me back off again…. I cleaned myself up and drove off to lunch, continuing to cry the entire way.  I met my friends at lunch and cried some more.  I tried to enjoy myself and not think about it.
When I returned home, he seemed happy and wanted to go out into the back yard.  I decided to let him, even though we really limit that now.  Well, a few minutes later I heard Jake yelp, Charlie bark, and then I heard Charlie panting anxiously.  I raced out to the yard and saw that Charlie had fallen into one of the basement window wells.  He just sat there panicked and unable to get out until I freed him and brought him inside.  There had been that happy glimmer where he was so excited to go out, and then he ended up stuck…. I just felt so badly for him.
He doesn’t appear to be in any pain, so that’s good news.  He just appears to have dementia, and perhaps depression.  I know I still have time left with him, but some days are just so hard, and yesterday was the worst.  I am just thankful right now that the good-ish days outnumber the bad.

Anyhow, I have a little makeover for you today as I figured it was about time I shared something I did with you this week!  And of course, I forgot to take a before picture.  But now I already have you feeling sorry for me today, so you won’t mind.  Right? 😉

Our vendor who styled the cottage at Sweet Clover for last weekend’s open house was looking for a set of white chairs to go with a dining table.  I didn’t find a set, but I found 3 pairs of wood chairs.  I painted them to be a set though.

I started with a coat of Duck Egg Chalk Paint, then added a coat of Old White.  I distressed them more than usual for a beachy cottage look, and then finished them up with clear wax and a buffing.  Here they are finished….

And here they are in the cottage…

I love mixing and matching chairs, and unifying them with color!  Do you like that look, too?

Of course I love my bentwoods more though.  Just sayin’.
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  1. Jaime Costiglio says

    November 6, 2013 at 11:17 am

    Oh Cassie your poor dog, truly heartbreaking but that’s the cycle of life. Loving the white chairs in all their distressed nature, I’ll take 12 please 🙂

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  2. Kirby Carespodi says

    November 6, 2013 at 11:20 am

    Cassie, I am so sorry. It’s so hard to lose a wonderful pet, especially one that has become a beloved family member.

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  3. [email protected] says

    November 6, 2013 at 11:24 am

    awwww, poor Charlie 🙁 Hang in there, Cassie and think of all of the love Charlie has blessed upon you and your family.

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  4. Bethany DeVore says

    November 6, 2013 at 11:32 am

    SO sorry about Charlie, so pitiful 🙁

    I love the idea of unifying the mismatched chairs with the same finish. They look great with the table too!

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  5. Empty Nest Full Life says

    November 6, 2013 at 11:42 am

    Cassie, I feel your pain with Charlie. My Stella is 14 years old. I took her to the vet a couple of months ago because she had become so lethargic,she could not walk to the end of the driveway. She has congestive heart failure. The put her on a couple of meds that are inexpensive, and she bounced back. She still has her moments, and just like Charlie will lay on the tile floor that she used to would not. There are days I sit and cry for moments, because she is not the pup she used to be, I can surely relate to how you are feeling. She has kept me company on many a day when my husband was traveling, the kids were off to college. My daughter laughs and says Stella was her replacement. I know my days with her are limited now, and occasionally I cry knowing that. I certainly understand and I am sure Charlie knows he is loved.

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  6. Di says

    November 6, 2013 at 12:08 pm

    Poor sweet Charlie, I know it is so sad but he is in such good hands. Your chairs are wonderful. Di

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  7. Julia Konya says

    November 6, 2013 at 12:23 pm

    I just got done crying reading Kelly’s story about her dog and now I’m crying again. I know exactly how you feel. I’m so sorry.
    The photo of him lying on the kitchen floor is so adorable.

    I love your chairs though 😉

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  8. JoAnne says

    November 6, 2013 at 12:31 pm

    Caring for and loving a geriatric dog is tough. We love then so much and yet it is hard to watch them travel the road we all will one day face. My dog was 17 and could hardly see or hear. What really “got” me with your post was that she also fell down in the window well! We had even put some garden fencing around it, but I think she thought it was the door back into the house. She was a smaller dog and my husband rescued her and she likewise was okay. Shortly after that, we began to start her on senility medicine, but she passed away in her sleep a few weeks later. This was all 6 years ago. Anyway, I just want you to know that I know what it is like.

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  9. [email protected] says

    November 6, 2013 at 12:43 pm

    I’m so sorry Cassie 🙁 That picture of him is heart breaking and I can’t even imagine what it must feel like as he is a special part of your family. Prays and cyber hugs! Charlie is lucky to have you! xo Kristin

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  10. Julie @ followyourheartwoodworking says

    November 6, 2013 at 12:45 pm

    It’s so heartbreaking to have an aging dog that you love so dearly. I’ve been where you are, more than once and so I know how you are feeling. Bless Charlie and your family xoxo

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  11. Angela Santaniello says

    November 6, 2013 at 1:01 pm

    Your chairs are awesome! I love the unified look of mismatched chairs all painted the same. You know my heart breaks for you and I would (and have in the past) hysterically sobbing over a sick pet. Love him every little bit that you can!

    Angela @ Number Fifty-Three

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  12. Cathy Wall says

    November 6, 2013 at 1:07 pm

    Poor Charlie. Love that pup to pieces, that’s the medicine he needs and I know you are doing it! Lov ehte mismatched pairs made whole with your touch!

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  13. Dana Frieling says

    November 6, 2013 at 1:09 pm

    Sending lots of love to your family and Charlie. Sweet, sweet puppy. My heart hurts with you, friend.

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  14. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    November 6, 2013 at 1:14 pm

    Oh I love the look of mismatched chairs! … And poor Charlie. He really does look so sad. Those eyes … they just kind of break your heart!

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  15. Tiffany @ {Living Savvy} says

    November 6, 2013 at 1:43 pm

    We had to think about the same thing earlier this year and in the end the bad out numbered the good and it was time for it to end! It is a hard decision and you will know when the time is right…. but until then enjoy him! The chairs are lovely! Great color to make them all look cohesive!

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  16. Carrie @ lovely etc. says

    November 6, 2013 at 1:46 pm

    Sorry things are so tough for Charlie right now – he is lucky to have you guys. And the chairs look great – the styles of these six go together so well.

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  17. Kelly says

    November 6, 2013 at 1:51 pm

    I actually like the sets of chairs…. Great job pulling them all together…. And sweet Charlie.. So glad u shared with us even though it hurts my heart for you…

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  18. [email protected] says

    November 6, 2013 at 1:53 pm

    Ike and I thinking about Charlie. He’s got a great family to help him through his elderly woes. Hugs!

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  19. RPK Interiors says

    November 6, 2013 at 1:58 pm

    Aw, Charlie. He looks like a real love…He is lucky to be part of such a loving home.

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  20. Shavonda says

    November 6, 2013 at 2:40 pm

    Oh Cassie, I’m so sorry sweetie. I can’t imagine how hard it must be right now. Sending you happy thoughts and hugs:)

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  21. 17 Perth says

    November 6, 2013 at 2:42 pm

    Aw Cassie–I am so sorry. If I was at lunch with you yesterday, I would have cried with you. 🙁 I know how hard that is–but Charlie is lucky to have you–someone who loves him SO much. Sending you a big hug!

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  22. [email protected] Chronicles of Home says

    November 6, 2013 at 2:45 pm

    Cute chairs (of course) but mostly so sorry Charlie (and you) had a bad day. He does look so sad in that picture 🙁

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  23. Emily @ Go Haus Go says

    November 6, 2013 at 2:49 pm

    Charlie is so lucky to have a family that loves him and takes care of him. You are doing such a good job with him… you’re a great momma!

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  24. Gwendolyn Whitfield says

    November 6, 2013 at 2:58 pm

    When i saw his pic on FB yesterday, I thought I had totally missed something! I know how much he means to you and I hope the good days continue to outnumber the bad. I’m giving HotShot some extra love today. His gray hairs are multiplying.

    I’m love mixing chairs! I need to find some to add to our dining room so we have more than 4.

    Love you!

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  25. Patty Day @Pattys Epiphanies says

    November 6, 2013 at 3:09 pm

    Wishing Charlie and you some happy times.
    The chairs look great….OF COURSE!

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  26. Gretchen says

    November 6, 2013 at 3:23 pm

    Poor old boy! It’s not fair that dogs have such short lives 🙁

    The chairs look wonderful; maybe this is just the inspiration I need to get going painting my set of mismatched kitchen chairs!

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  27. [email protected] says

    November 6, 2013 at 3:54 pm

    I sat here & just cried with you Cassie. I can’t even begin to say just how sad I am for you. I know it is hard especially when something like falling into the window well happens. It just makes you hurt for them. I do love your chairs & they look amazing with the table. Hugs my friend…one big one for you & one for Charlie!

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  28. Jesse @ Scout & Nimble says

    November 6, 2013 at 3:59 pm

    Oh Cassie…I am so sorry. Poor Charlie…that picture of him would break even the strongest of human beings heart. Thinking of you & Charlie today, and sending you both a big virtual hug. So glad that you were surrounded by friends yesterday that could allow you to be sad and then make you laugh in the same sentence. That is the best.

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  29. Dear Emmeline says

    November 6, 2013 at 4:00 pm

    Poor pup! I know that’s gotta be really hard. Hang in there! I love the mismatched chairs by the way! Way better than a set of samesies!

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  30. Ralphie23 says

    November 6, 2013 at 4:20 pm

    Poor doggie, I’m so sorry! Hang in there…being a pet parent can be tough but you’re doing a great job. The chairs are lovely!

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  31. Between Blue and Yellow says

    November 6, 2013 at 4:26 pm

    Sweet little dog. So sorry that you have to watch your beloved pet decline right in front of your eyes. I pray your family copes well with this situation.
    Love you!

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  32. Heidi @ Decor & More says

    November 6, 2013 at 5:29 pm

    I love mismatched chairs that are painted the same! So cute! I’m so sorry about your sweet pooch — those are the hardest days. Sending hugs and hoping today is better.
    xo Heidi

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  33. Vintage Prairie Style says

    November 6, 2013 at 6:00 pm

    cassie your post made me tear up too – it made me go to my old pup and give him a big squeeze. they are so special and we have them for such a short time.
    love those chairs, of course, i can’t get enough of anything white and distressed, but i would t rade them all in for a set of bentwood chairs too;)

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  34. Hetty says

    November 6, 2013 at 6:35 pm

    yes, love the looks of chairs that dont match and unifying them with same color paint! Looks great!

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  35. Ali Richardson says

    November 6, 2013 at 7:04 pm

    I love you so much! SO sorry about your sweet Charlie and I wish I make all the bad days go away for you. I know that your love for him is fierce and I know that even when he is out of it, he feels it and knows it. Love those chairs, like, a lot! XOXO

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  36. Kelly @ A Swell Place to Dwell says

    November 6, 2013 at 7:37 pm

    Cassie….poor Charlie. It really is so, so sad, and sadly, I know how you feel. We had to deal with a window well issue too and it was the worst. Hang in there….and trust your gut. That’s all I kept telling myself through our whole ideal…just trust your gut – you will know what is right for everyone. I hope you have some happier days ahead. Hugs to you.

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  37. Miss Charming says

    November 6, 2013 at 7:43 pm

    So sorry about your poor pup, Cassie. Our pets certainly work their way into our hearts.

    Those painted chairs look similar to my kitchen chairs. (But I do love your Bentwood chairs more!)

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  38. Lisa @ Shine Your Light says

    November 6, 2013 at 7:59 pm

    Cassie, so very sorry about your aging pup. 🙁
    I’m glad you have the diversion of Sweet Clover and lots of furniture makeovers!

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  39. sarah m. dorsey says

    November 6, 2013 at 8:48 pm

    So so sorry about Charlie – my heart breaks for you guys. It is so hard when they get older. Thinking and praying for you!

    I love your chairs!! Such a great way to create a set without being too matchy!

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  40. Fiona, LilyfieldLife says

    November 6, 2013 at 9:04 pm

    The chairs are lovely but mainly feeling for you this morning about your dog. heartbreaking. enjoy your last little time with him.

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  41. [email protected] of a craigslist junkie says

    November 6, 2013 at 9:12 pm

    It’s so hard when our beloved pets get to the end of their years. I feel for you, and for Charlie.

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  42. Simple Pleasures - Vintage Reimagined says

    November 6, 2013 at 10:15 pm

    Cassie, you write so poignantly about Charlie that I feel your pain. I hope that Charlie spends the rest of his days knowing how much he is loved.

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  43. [email protected] says

    November 6, 2013 at 10:28 pm

    your chairs all in white look great Cassie, love the set
    & I am sorry about Charlie, poor thing. I wonder what he is thinking and how he feels, poor dog. I know what it is loosing a dog, it’s so sad, it must not be easy for any of you right now. Hope you get more good days with him, he is handsome in that picture 🙂

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  44. Rita says

    November 6, 2013 at 10:59 pm

    oh my goodness this brings tears to my eyes as I’m reminded of Tubby. The blank look he gave me on his last few days with us I’ll never forget and how you just don’t know what to do but sit and cry. ugh…it seems like just yesterday. I know we are ALL on borrowed time. I will always treasure my borrowed time with Tubby and Rascal both! So,just know you are in my heart and your presious Charlie.

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  45. Danielle says

    November 6, 2013 at 11:10 pm

    Your dog is so cute. So hard when they get older…. Love the Old White and Duck Egg Blue chairs. Such a happy combination. x

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  46. Sarah says

    November 7, 2013 at 12:21 am

    I’m so sorry your poor Charlie is having such a rough time. Watching your dog grow old, when there is little you can do to help, is so hard. He is very lucky to have an owner like you, who still lets him out for runs around the yard- and rescues him when he cannot rescue himself. It’s the little things that make dogs happy, and as long as he continues to have those things, I’m sure he’ll enjoy his golden years as long as he can. Hugs!

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  47. Mekenzie @ interiorsbykenz.com says

    November 7, 2013 at 3:59 am

    Oh man… I literally just came from Kelly’s blog. So much puppy sadness today 🙁 My pregnancy hormones can’t handle it. I’m a wreck. I’m going to cuddle Indy and Buster extra close today. I’m so sorry for Charlie. I can’t imagine how hard it is watching him age. You’re for sure in my thoughts and prayers.

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  48. Laurie from Laurie Jones Home says

    November 7, 2013 at 4:02 am

    I’m so sorry to hear about Charlie. 🙁 I had to laugh when you said you hid from the UPS man…totally do the same thing! The chairs are of course beautiful!

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  49. yodafatkitty says

    November 7, 2013 at 4:29 am

    You will love little charlie the rest of his wonderful life. And you should know that it’s because of you Charlie had such a wonderful life and he wouldn’t of changed a thing.
    Enjoy the time you have left with him and know that you both have been blessed.

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  50. Allison says

    November 7, 2013 at 4:34 am

    Thinking of you Cassie and sweet Charlie. It is so hard when our pets get older because they are members of our family. Charlie is so loved by you and your wonderful family and I knows he knows it. Lots of love to him and extra cuddles.

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  51. Katja @ Shift Ctrl ART says

    November 7, 2013 at 3:58 pm

    So sorry to hear about Charlie and your hard day. Hugs!!

    Your chairs are beautiful.

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  52. Amber Wills says

    November 7, 2013 at 7:06 pm

    Poor Charlie. I’m so sorry you have those very hard days. My heart hurts for you!

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  53. Good Time Charlie says

    November 8, 2013 at 5:18 am

    I started to get teary eyed reading about your doggie. Oh poor thing, that must have been really frightening for both of you. Glad today was better (read today’s post). Love the mixing and matching on the table and chairs too. A nice way to wrap up a sad tale.

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  54. House Envy says

    November 8, 2013 at 6:10 pm

    I love this look. It’s eclectic without being too over the top!

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  55. Unknown says

    November 12, 2013 at 3:03 am

    I wanted to share something with you that my mother said yesterday. She has dementia and is very much living in a fog most of the time, and has forgotten most of her life story, but she still has moments of clarity. Out of the blue she said “If you had told me three years ago that I would be like this, I would have said ‘Shoot me’, but now I really don’t care, I’m happy.” My point is that the anticipation of the memory loss was what caused the mental pain and anxiety, but the experience of it is, in an odd way, natural, and not too bad for those who live in the moment. Of course, this doesn’t make it one iota less painful for you, and the sadness of losing a pet is deep, but it may allay a little bit your worrying about Charlie suffering.

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