tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post1128862480012937256..comments2024-03-18T23:38:19.018-07:00Comments on Andrea's Easy Vegan Cooking: It's been a long — and short — summerAndreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16146578985330272891noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-82942247651561827362014-08-30T09:39:26.376-07:002014-08-30T09:39:26.376-07:00You have such a good attitude--I need to remember ...You have such a good attitude--I need to remember to live in the present more myself. Thank you for the reminder!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-16234620081713048632014-08-29T19:14:02.232-07:002014-08-29T19:14:02.232-07:00More like Andrea and Ken from the 70s. :)
I live...More like Andrea and Ken from the 70s. :) <br /><br />I lived without that stuff for five years, but I knew it was there — saw it every summer — and dreaded having to leave it behind for real, instead of for just another year. I'm having a few regrets about stuff I left behind, and stuff I thought we brought but maybe got rid of. Amazing how attached we can become to "things." Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16146578985330272891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-82156804443002240122014-08-29T16:46:26.802-07:002014-08-29T16:46:26.802-07:00Wow, that does sound like a traumatic experience--...Wow, that does sound like a traumatic experience--but glad it's all behind you now! I LOVE those old photos! For a sec I thought the first one was Sonny & Cher from the 60s! ;) I know what you mean about moving, though. Funny how you were fine without all the stuff until you saw it again. Same happened to me when I bought a house and my friend was renovating for me--we covered all my worldly possessions under a tarp in the living room and I lived from one suitcase with a hot plate for about 3 months. When I could finally move back into the house, I couldn't believe all the things that I thought I "couldn't live without"--and had been living without for 3 months! Rickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10152813989228518262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-80633838159543558092014-08-29T14:56:35.192-07:002014-08-29T14:56:35.192-07:00Yes, I did have really long hair — I love long hai...Yes, I did have really long hair — I love long hair, but my hair has always been very fine and needs a lot of effort to keep it from looking limp when it's long. So now I keep it shortish. If I had thick hair, I'd have it long.Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16146578985330272891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-71161720444605394272014-08-29T14:52:15.907-07:002014-08-29T14:52:15.907-07:00Two moves in one year is a lot! The biggest purge ...Two moves in one year is a lot! The biggest purge for me may have been the house! :)Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16146578985330272891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-52025685152901302122014-08-29T14:50:57.558-07:002014-08-29T14:50:57.558-07:00One of the problems with moving is leaving behind ...One of the problems with moving is leaving behind some of the people to whom we are closest. Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16146578985330272891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-6139952791210523182014-08-29T13:12:40.174-07:002014-08-29T13:12:40.174-07:00I've purged for two moves over the past year, ...I've purged for two moves over the past year, and while I *still* sometimes regret purging a few items, I find comfort in knowing how wonderful it is to have purged many, many others. Hard to completely let go of the regret, which sounds silly even to me, but there it is. I like your view of moving (<i>"Moving is right up there on the list of life's greatest stresses. But, not so bad when kept in perspective."</i>)PGYxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04326999545370162455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-26892563044723386752014-08-29T08:54:08.231-07:002014-08-29T08:54:08.231-07:00Welcome back, Andrea! I'm so sorry that you ha...Welcome back, Andrea! I'm so sorry that you have to go through this, these people were awful, disrespectful and mean! But I'm happy to read that you've amazing and lovely people to feed you, plus Claudia's meal looks yumsome! I understand it’s hard to let go precious things, this month we got rid of stuff from the storage and our room, and sold a variety of furnitures, kitchen appliances including camera gears we didn’t need. It felt so much better since we didn’t need them. I love the old photo of you, wow, you have long hair :) I have long hair at the moment and don’t know what to do with it. Wishing you a bright and happy weekend!rika@vmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08901767751926870086noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-82473332423809532902014-08-28T13:34:55.264-07:002014-08-28T13:34:55.264-07:00So nice to hear what you've been up to, though...So nice to hear what you've been up to, though sorry for the nuisances. Happy to see Callie smiling through it all! The sentimentality we place on places and things is not to be taken lightly, but we must remember the importance of those closest to us over all else.Abby Beanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03060920122127099172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-50668865630895650542014-08-26T21:29:39.128-07:002014-08-26T21:29:39.128-07:00I have to admit I'm having a few regrets about...I have to admit I'm having a few regrets about some of the things I purged — to note, some ethnic instruments and a bowl I made. Oh well. I can collect other instruments and make another bowl. But it won't be THAT bowl.Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16146578985330272891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-50622732295897065922014-08-26T13:42:08.148-07:002014-08-26T13:42:08.148-07:00I remember the winter problems, and reading the po...I remember the winter problems, and reading the posts through my hands - at the expense, at the hassle, at the tenants' thoughtlessness, and all that. I'm glad you found those beautiful places, and that your sale got to help people as a result. I'm always fluctuating between hoarding and purging myself, so I understand how clear outs can be both a wrench and a good thing.Joeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17066424084187434409noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-4398563572756476582014-08-25T18:52:20.715-07:002014-08-25T18:52:20.715-07:00Well, it sure wasn't fun dealing with the wint...Well, it sure wasn't fun dealing with the winter mess from nearly 2,000 miles away. But we closed on the house today and it belongs to someone else now. I thought it would be more of a relief but I think I still don't quite believe it.<br /><br />Cleaning and sorting along the way is best, I think, though I seem to be incapable of it. Even now I have a lot of stuff I should donate but never quite gather it up!<br /><br />Chipotlé was a surprise — a good surprise!Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16146578985330272891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-89837247712037890802014-08-25T17:42:38.957-07:002014-08-25T17:42:38.957-07:00Oh Andrea, what an experience you've been thro...Oh Andrea, what an experience you've been through. I am a massive "saver," while my husband is a devoted "purger." I've learned so much from him. I have a lot of stuff that I would be happy to get rid of at this point - it's just a matter of taking the time to clean and sort. Also, three cheers for Chipotle. I love it there too. Ameyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00291071425858947632noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-65786840536621818672014-08-25T13:29:05.433-07:002014-08-25T13:29:05.433-07:00This was only the second time I've been to the...This was only the second time I've been to the cape, and I was seriously derelict in taking photos — I think I was on a blog/photo break and I just needed to relax and unwind without effort. It was wonderful, though, and I'd go back in a minute. The Oregon Coast, however, is closer. :)Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16146578985330272891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-54557248210841841542014-08-25T11:19:28.840-07:002014-08-25T11:19:28.840-07:00Oh Andrea, I'm so sorry for all of the heartac...Oh Andrea, I'm so sorry for all of the heartache you've been through with your house. I hope this last week of summer will provide you with some much-deserved relaxation!<br /><br />Can't wait to read about your trip to the Cape! It's one of my favorite places in the world and I go there almost every weekend in the summer!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-69179021336663063352014-08-25T09:07:32.820-07:002014-08-25T09:07:32.820-07:00I was just thinking about you, Courtney, and wonde...I was just thinking about you, Courtney, and wondering how you were. Yes, it's hard to make drastic changes, but I try to live in the present and appreciate what I have. That said, I'm sure I'll miss some of the things left behind, and regret saving as much as I did! :)Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16146578985330272891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-54314246278938849292014-08-25T09:04:36.074-07:002014-08-25T09:04:36.074-07:00Thanks! If I'd had unlimited time to make the ...Thanks! If I'd had unlimited time to make the "keep or leave" decisions, I'd still be there too! There were a couple of events I didn't talk about that kind of put an unavoidable endpoint on the process. Probably a good thing.Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16146578985330272891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-25122848792992196712014-08-25T05:08:18.771-07:002014-08-25T05:08:18.771-07:00Oh, Andrea, the damage to your house sounds awful!...Oh, Andrea, the damage to your house sounds awful! I am so sorry it was such a difficult summer for you. Moving is so hard. I hope that you can be okay with the things you decided to get rid of and that you cherish the ones you kept. It is good to see you posting again!<br /><br />Courtney Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-4956027257948513382014-08-24T22:56:51.797-07:002014-08-24T22:56:51.797-07:00Welcome back! I kinda thought you were away for th...Welcome back! I kinda thought you were away for the summer but I had no idea what all you were going through. At least it's over now, if it was me, I'll probably still be there trying to decide if I should keep my stuff or get rid of it. Glad you were able to enjoy some of the time with good food and friends. :-)chow veganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08067485016430365599noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-89929553276636843492014-08-24T21:29:32.760-07:002014-08-24T21:29:32.760-07:00We really worked hard while we were there — hardly...We really worked hard while we were there — hardly saw anyone the first two weeks — but it definitely had vacation aspects. Without the house to take care of we probably won't go back every year. I don't know if or how often we'll go back. We have a small POD coming tomorrow but not everything inside is ours. There's stuff for all three of our kids. Maybe I'll take a photo of the inside.Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16146578985330272891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-27070838690545292012014-08-24T18:21:43.630-07:002014-08-24T18:21:43.630-07:00Andrea, I'm glad you're back. So sorry you...Andrea, I'm glad you're back. So sorry you had to deal with the hassle. Sifting through all the stuff and getting rid of memories is hard enough in itself. If not for the work, sounds like it could have been a nice vacation though - nature walks and food with good friends in a beautiful location.<br />Do you think you'll go back to Wisconsin to visit? How much stuff did you take back to Seattle with you? Love the old photos too. The first one is adorable.foodfeudhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00589414740603993442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-10446307950095593952014-08-24T11:35:12.728-07:002014-08-24T11:35:12.728-07:00Thanks, Kate! I hope never to be a landlord again,...Thanks, Kate! I hope never to be a landlord again, though in theory it sounds like a good idea. Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16146578985330272891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-90957025508804888992014-08-24T11:30:35.255-07:002014-08-24T11:30:35.255-07:00When we moved to Seattle, I decided to be more min...When we moved to Seattle, I decided to be more minimalist, and I've pretty much stuck to it. Our house here is tiny compared to what we had in Wis., but there were some things I just couldn't part with when I was confronted with them again this summer, and I don't know where they will go. Probably to the basement until I can figure things out. Moving is right up there on the list of life's greatest stresses. But, not so bad when kept in perspective.Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16146578985330272891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-45713340399104979222014-08-24T11:25:23.854-07:002014-08-24T11:25:23.854-07:00Thanks for your concern and encouragement, Molly. ...Thanks for your concern and encouragement, Molly. Being in Madison was a full-time occupation and blogging and reading blogs definitely fell off the radar. We moved to Madison in 1976, and into the house in 1987. Gov. Dodge is a wonderful park, but I'd wait to visit until they repair all the trails — the best ones are still impassible.Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16146578985330272891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279822094292237889.post-91083296762608905552014-08-24T08:35:08.549-07:002014-08-24T08:35:08.549-07:00What amazing old photos, Andrea! Beautiful post ab...What amazing old photos, Andrea! Beautiful post about a bittersweet time in Madison. I'm glad the tenant issues are (hopefully) all behind you now.kateteelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11382190791490563926noreply@blogger.com