We've moved, and for now that's enough.
I'll spare you the moving company horrors and just say that I was frustrated and furious by the time I walked into our new home late yesterday. And then...
...I saw the orange walls in our living room and was instantly cheered.
We weren't sure when we picked the color whether it would be too bold. And just yesterday Gary was saying we'd have to go with something else. But when I walked in and felt my spirits lift, that all changed. We're sticking with the Vitamin C walls. I could use the extra protection.
We managed to have a very nice first night of Hanukkah. We lit the candles and the best part was saying the Shehechyanu, a blessing that means "Thank you God for enabling me to reach this moment." Thank you very much.
And thank you all for the extra good wishes. I know they helped.
I love orange paint on walls!
I like that sort of clay-blue, too. All the nice strong southwestern colours.
I hope settling into your new home is going well!
Posted by: darby | December 10, 2004 at 08:37 PM
Congrats on your successful move! And Happy Hanukkah!
Posted by: M | December 09, 2004 at 05:20 PM
I'm so glad to hear you made it!
Happy Hanukka and I am so very glad to hear you love your walls! My home is my sanctuary so I understand how important it is to have one that makes you happy!
Blessings for you and your family.
Posted by: EJ | December 09, 2004 at 05:02 PM
Happy Hanukkah!
Welcome to your new home as well! I heard somewhere, that Orange can be a calming color. I do know it helps make you hungry!
Hope you are able to get settled quickly and the rest of your Hanukkah is wonderful!
Shelly
Posted by: Shelly | December 09, 2004 at 10:50 AM
welcome home!
hope you get settled easily. relax a bit and enjoy your non-white walls!
Posted by: rachel | December 09, 2004 at 10:05 AM
I never had to move as a family when I was a kid and am doing all I can to not have to uproot Tony. I'm glad you finally are moved in.
Happy Hanukkah, and peace be unto you on the Sabbath Day.
Posted by: VJ | December 09, 2004 at 09:41 AM
You are right. That's what I keep saying over and over. Thank you, thank you, thank you. After the last few days, the Shehechyanu was particularly meaningful.
Give your baby boy a big kiss tonight.
Posted by: Mieke | December 09, 2004 at 12:42 AM
Congratulations on your move, hope the unpacking goes well--Happy Hanukkah
Posted by: Cathy | December 08, 2004 at 10:12 PM
Happy Hanukkah! Glad you're all moved in with orange walls. :)
Posted by: heather | December 08, 2004 at 08:25 PM
Glad you're in, and hope the whole family adjusts quickly. Happy Hanukkah!
Orange, huh?
Posted by: Cat | December 08, 2004 at 06:34 PM
phew! Welcome home to you guys! Hope you are able to settle in smoothly. Yay for good color choices!
Posted by: kelly | December 08, 2004 at 04:48 PM
Congrats and may you never suffer any colds! ;)
Posted by: Chana | December 08, 2004 at 04:06 PM
Congratulations on your move, I'm sure there is still much to be done, but to be in your new home for the holiday is a special blessing!
God Bless!
Posted by: Nancy | December 08, 2004 at 03:10 PM
I hear ya! I moved in to our new home last week. I still haven't found a place for most things, and am still missing things that should not be missing (like a garbage can! How can you miss a garbage can?!) hehehe
Posted by: Margie | December 08, 2004 at 02:49 PM