tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post314902278700121762..comments2024-03-29T03:09:40.716-04:00Comments on Fibermania: Melody Johnsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08644269589363519294noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-3408544036415250492007-07-10T11:46:00.000-04:002007-07-10T11:46:00.000-04:00We have 8 acres in the country, although about 6 i...We have 8 acres in the country, although about 6 in forest just sits there (it should have some attention, but doesn't). Country acreage takes a lot of work, even if it isn't all manicured..Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-24709951983760103572007-07-10T10:30:00.000-04:002007-07-10T10:30:00.000-04:00You know home when you see it. This place looks se...You know home when you see it. This place looks serene and beautiful and just enough maintenance to keep you both moving. Hope it all comes together for you!Terry Granthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16650965451863656517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-41985900496566155192007-07-10T03:56:00.000-04:002007-07-10T03:56:00.000-04:00When I first saw your photos I thought that I coul...When I first saw your photos I thought that I could very easily see myself strolling around the pond and relaxing on the verandah. As for the grocery shop being 19 miles away, you soon learn to write a shopping list so as not to forget anything. If it's not on my list, it doesn't make it home.<BR/>Enjoy!Narellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15647259468730860460noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-76347633428197844032007-07-09T16:24:00.000-04:002007-07-09T16:24:00.000-04:00At the risk of sound like a nay sayer - and usuall...At the risk of sound like a nay sayer - and usually I'm not, please think carefully on this house. It sounds like it would be a lot of work and what looks idyllic is probably partly an illusion.<BR/>Also, does it have a hot tub? A pool? Somewhere to swim? That was something that the two of you wanted.<BR/>Ask the owners how much work this place actually takes, cause it's something I think you don't want to sign up for.<BR/>Hope this is taken with the intention it's given, as part of a thought process.<BR/>cheers, DeniseDenisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07235753500084196007noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-18828219891777349972007-07-09T16:05:00.000-04:002007-07-09T16:05:00.000-04:00I am thrilled for you both.Congratulations!I am thrilled for you both.<BR/>Congratulations!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-20798222655331397552007-07-09T15:09:00.000-04:002007-07-09T15:09:00.000-04:00It it's "Green Acres" I guess you'll have to becom...It it's "Green Acres" I guess you'll have to become a blonde.<BR/>I hope it all works out for you.<BR/>It sounds perfect.<BR/>Your older sisterAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-82095232534750864172007-07-09T14:03:00.000-04:002007-07-09T14:03:00.000-04:00Oh, YAY! When you find that perfect home, you just...Oh, YAY! When you find that perfect home, you just KNOW it.<BR/><BR/>Fear not, living 19 miles from the grocery store. People do it all the time (I do). You just have to be a good planner. And you will sing joyous praises about how glad you are to be living there as you drive the country roads to the market.Rianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15728394027261108470noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-43947990981092692572007-07-09T13:07:00.000-04:002007-07-09T13:07:00.000-04:00Here's hoping your offer is accepted! Great price...Here's hoping your offer is accepted! Great price, low taxes and, at least to me, plenty of room for the two of you. Get a second fridge or a freezer and then stock up when at the big grocery store... you'll be in the groove in no time atall!Marty52https://www.blogger.com/profile/13237461237107850391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-23682435106073232852007-07-09T10:32:00.000-04:002007-07-09T10:32:00.000-04:00Yippee!!! Can't wait to be the first "guest".Yippee!!! Can't wait to be the first "guest".Frieda Andersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06110678234987761607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-86549232119587381452007-07-09T10:20:00.000-04:002007-07-09T10:20:00.000-04:00I believer that houses seem to have a spirit. It ...I believer that houses seem to have a spirit. It sounds like this one is talking to you. Best of luck.<BR/><BR/>Mary AnnMary Ann Littlejohnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07652758710651705817noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-22007681775864741142007-07-09T09:58:00.000-04:002007-07-09T09:58:00.000-04:00Dear Mel,I live in Chattanooga and hope that this ...Dear Mel,<BR/><BR/>I live in Chattanooga and hope that this property is nearby. I'm looking forward to having an opportunity to meet you and hope that you get involved in the Chattanooga arts community--maybe teach a class locally??? :-)<BR/><BR/>Are you ready to share with us where this wonderful home is located?<BR/><BR/>PeggyPeggyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12528195485528462691noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-12577537101452673552007-07-09T09:50:00.000-04:002007-07-09T09:50:00.000-04:00Yippee, how exciting!! I'm sure you will adjust j...Yippee, how exciting!! I'm sure you will adjust just fine - one word - plan your grocery shopping trips & make lists. Can't wait to see the inside w/ Mrs Mel touch.Mechellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00500067062666258470noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-13385839127505139032007-07-09T09:14:00.000-04:002007-07-09T09:14:00.000-04:00recalling my six month's quest for a house just in...recalling my six month's quest for a house just in the same school district we has been renting in - the time comes when you recognize that almost perfect is the best you are going to find. A sweet moment.Deb Lacativahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03037530669295128974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-88251903242945956462007-07-09T09:01:00.000-04:002007-07-09T09:01:00.000-04:00Dear Anon,The owners aren't still building, that p...Dear Anon,<BR/>The owners aren't still building, that picture of the work in progress is from earlier this year. <BR/>The interior of the house has yet to be given the Mel treatment. It is much more modest (and RUSTIC!!!) than our current house, but then really wanted to downsize. At least get down to one kitchen.<BR/>Just you wait.<BR/>MelMelody Johnsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08644269589363519294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-67978967769741663132007-07-09T08:55:00.000-04:002007-07-09T08:55:00.000-04:00You know Ms Mel, whilst this property is fabulous,...You know Ms Mel, whilst this property is fabulous, the house really doesn't say much at all and looks like it would make a nice 'weekend' escape or vacation lodge. I am curious, why are the owners still building when the house is up for sale?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-64474457846562703012007-07-09T07:54:00.000-04:002007-07-09T07:54:00.000-04:00I think alot of us would LOVE to see you destress ...I think alot of us would LOVE to see you destress Mel. <BR/><BR/>If this feels good then by all means, DO IT NOW.<BR/><BR/>Can't wait to hear the good news.QuiltingFitzyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15549596096039062349noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-28522999398558691882007-07-09T07:40:00.000-04:002007-07-09T07:40:00.000-04:00Mel,How exciting! It looks like a great house and...Mel,<BR/><BR/>How exciting! It looks like a great house and a beautiful area. Any chance you could take half of that brand new garage and make it into your studio? A little drywall, a window AC unit...just thinking here...<BR/><BR/>SharonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com