Monday, April 18, 2011

The Journey South

Let me introduce my co-pilots.
Miss.Pinky and Mr.Boo.

Our fearless leader;
Mr.Fickle
Who spent a lot of time in parking lots trying to set up various electrical things for the kids.
 
Water, Rock Star, GPS and my ipod helped me immensely.

This was my view for 1,200 miles.
Not exactly the back end of Mike that I like to look at.
My favorite part of the drive was going through the southern tip of the Appalachian Mountains.
Waterfalls poured through the rock the road was carved in and the sun sparkled through the bright green trees.
This is not the best picture but I had to concentrate on driving, so ... you know.


We made it!
Safe and sound without one single mishap, bump in the road or emergency!
Even the piggies had an easy ride.


 
We are working hard to settle in quickly, but having trouble getting emails changed, the printer set up and a missing regulator replaced for the propane torch. If you do not mind a few extra days of shipping time, I would love to offer a 10% discount through the 24th.
I have titled the coupon code;
MAMANEEDSHELVING.
Just type that phrase with no spacing into the coupon code space when submitting your order and the discount will be automatically taken off your total.

Thank you for all the well wishing and safe journeys from so many of you, I kept them all on my phone as long as my old email server would allow, they were so encouraging.
If you have sent emails and haven't heard back from me, send them again. I lost a good chunk when we switched over.

I can't wait to show you the house and the beach!
 



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37 comments:

  1. Belinda SavilleApril 18, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    I love road trips! Very happy to hear that you all arrived safe and sound.

    Now, let the good times roll! :-D

    B.
    -xo-

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  2. fanciful devicesApril 18, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    WOW. You are so capable! I'd be so stressed. Your kids are adorable! The missing tooth kills me. Oh and the piggies too of course.

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  3. Vintajia AdornmentsApril 18, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    Glad your mammoth move went smoothly and you were not forced to strangle the kids on the way.
    We developed 'palm-tree-itis' years ago and ended up in the sub tropics. Great climate but I do miss changing seasons.

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  4. BeatnheartApril 18, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    yah hoo. happy days are here again. and the start of a new and wonderful life. Cheers to you!

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  5. Heather PowersApril 18, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    Yeah! So happy for you guys. Have fun settling into your new place. I'll post your sale on the ABS facebook page tomorrow.

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  6. AliceApril 18, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    Glad you all made it safe and sound Miss Fickle! I hope the 'moving in' part goes just as smoothly. Can't wait to see the house!

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  7. Spirited EarthApril 18, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    glad to see you made it safe and sound thru the move..
    can't wait to see photos of your new location.

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  8. mairedoddApril 18, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    yay! you did it! congratulations - hope you were greeted by warm sunshine and time for sleeping...

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  9. Kathy Van KleeckApril 18, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    Congratulations on a long haul with kids and critters - a challenge in the best of circumstances!
    I've seen the back end of too many U-Haul's. I think the craziest time for me was coming down the steep mountain pass into Seattle and ALL the animals - 2 cats and a big brown lab, wanted to be in my lap. Thank goodness for walkie-talkies.
    Yep, I know and love those southern Appalachians, but the NE coast of FLA is calling to us ... guess we'll see. Hmmm, word verification is "sublet".

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  10. rosebud101April 18, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    Glad you made it! May you have a great deal of happiness in your new home!

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  11. Gale WrigleyApril 18, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    Welcome to Florida and congrats on your move! I am not too far north of you in Jacksonville. You'll have a great view of the next shuttle launch, currently scheduled for April 29! We can see the launches from here, but your view will be spectacular!

    I am trying to read a new blog each day & leave a comment, and today I found you. Serendipity, I think. I hope your new life in Florida is wonderful!

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  12. JudyApril 18, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    I can't believe you are already there! So glad you had a safe trip! Have fun settling in and exploring!

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  13. AnonymousApril 18, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    I was so excited to read this! I hope the moving in and setting up the new studio space, etc. go just as smoothly for you. Have a great time discovering your new town. Can't wait to read and see more!
    xoxo

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  14. UnknownApril 18, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Oh Shannon! Soooo happy for you! Ive been thinking about you and yesterday felt sure youd arrived. Wow it sounds like a great house and all. There is a Mighty Man upstairs who is so wonderful..and I thank the Lord He took good good care of you and gave you the desires of your hearts bc thats a promise!
    xx

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  15. JenniferbeadsApril 18, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    I'm so happy for you all. Great to hear that you made it! that's a long drive with kids :-)

    Jennifer

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  16. RoseApril 18, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    I'm so glad your trip went smoothly!

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  17. lunedreamsApril 18, 2011 at 10:19 PM

    Hurray!!!! Sounds like even the getting-there part was fun! You guys are a well oiled machine! You have a beautiful family. I can't wait to hear about all the new people, places and things you will get to know in your new home. Congratulations on your successful journey!

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  18. Linda LandigApril 18, 2011 at 11:20 PM

    Congratulations on a big move well done! Can't be there for a house warming, but I'm sending good wishes for life in your new home!

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  19. stregataApril 18, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    Congratulations on the successful trip! Hoping you can settle in soon and start enjoying the new life!
    Can' wait to see 'your' beach.

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  20. Mary Newton DesignsApril 19, 2011 at 12:28 AM

    Glad you had a safe trip. Look forward to pics of your new space.

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  21. UnknownApril 19, 2011 at 1:39 AM

    Looks like the journey went well. Enjoy the beach!! !! !

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  22. PenelopeApril 19, 2011 at 3:27 AM

    I'm so excited that you did it! Just goes to show that dreams can come true! I'm using you as a role model now for my own journey to England in December- I'm probably the only person in the world that moves away from the warmer weather!

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  23. stacilouiseApril 19, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    YAY!!!!! So happy all went well for you guys! The kids look so happy too!
    I would love to see those beach pics, perhaps someday I can talk my family into moving by the sea. But I am thinking Maine, or some rocky northern beach, because I hate the humidity, and my hubby snowmobiles in the winter.

    Anayway, YAY!

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  24. Courtney BreulApril 19, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    All I can say is YEAH!!!!!!

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  25. romantic decayApril 19, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    Congratulations on a great trip! Looking forward to the beach and house pictures.

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  26. Off the Beadin' PathApril 19, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Glad to see you're up and running - on your blog and in your new home! Good job, you all work together so well, a nice inspiration! Hope you get some nice shelves, too! Photos of Miss Fickle components jewelry and sale code on my blog today or tomorrow!

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  27. GenevieveApril 19, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    wow - you and up and did it! good for you!

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  28. JeannieKApril 19, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Glad to hear you all made it safe and sound with no mishaps.

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  29. Claire MaunsellApril 19, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Thank goodness. Relieved beyond words...thought about your oydessy every day as I've done 2 of them myself. Fantastic, you've arrived!!!!

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  30. UnknownApril 19, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    YAY!!! You are home safe and sound! I did try to send you an e-mail but I need the new one. I love you my friend and I am so happy for all of you!

    Hugs, Hugs, and more Hugs!

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  31. RebeccaApril 19, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    I love these pictures! You all look so thrilled to be together, to be travelling together....even those piggies! I am glad you made it ok, I seriously don't even have a concept of 1200 miles and as I don't drive....my hat goes off to you! Excited and pleased for you. My brother-in-law just got engaged to his Floridian girlfriend and I'm hoping they'll get married over there so we can all go over to the US for the wedding! It's clearly the week for all things Florida. Just placed my shelving order - thanks for breaking your principles and having a sale - extremely exciting for many of us I'm sure :-) GOOD LUCk for your new life!!x

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  32. PipsApril 20, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    So happy you all made it there safe and sound. Can't wait to see your new house - so exciting for you!

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  33. Melinda Orr - Metal- Glass - ClayApril 21, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    What a funny adventure! Thank you God for Ipods~ Better yet...Pandora Radio..lol Can't wait to hear more....pics of the BEACH PLEASE ..lol!

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  34. UnknownApril 22, 2011 at 3:10 AM

    Wishing you a good Easter!

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  35. Stories They TellApril 22, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    Shannon, I have known you since the time when you were planning this wonderful odyssey of yours, through Mike's illness and the birth of your new patina enterprise. Throughout, I am constantly amazed and inspired by your pluck--yes, an antique word but so applicable-- and extraordinary courage. Wishing that all good things come to you, who so richly deserve it! Can't wait to see the new digs! XOXOXOX

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  36. My Life Under the BusApril 25, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    PIGGIES!!! We love PIGGIES!!! We have 2 also - I am so glad the piggies had a good trip ! LOL - Congrats!

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  37. KellaMay 22, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    :) so happy for you all.

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Shannon

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