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August 31, 2015

All Quiet on the Western North Carolina Front

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The house is quiet.

Except for the soft purring of Buddy and Holly and the birds chirping outside all is still.

Aaron and Erin have come and gone.

Chris is back on the road.

And I am left alone in the house to continue to settle in and unpack.

What an amazing weekend we had and I am so grateful to Aaron and Erin for coming to help us get stuff organized.  The main project was to pull everything out of the garage and sort and re-stack according to contents and accessibility need.  It was a huge job and went very successfully.  Team Chiles rocks. Oh and they brought Buddy and Holly back to us.  catsWe definitely took time out this weekend for fun.  It was much needed.  As we always do in a move we hit it really hard for the first week. The house is really pretty well settled as far as the major things and even though we probably really have too much furniture still it is going to be what we live with for awhile at least.

So what did we do for fun?  The “kids” went kayaking and Chris even took a spin with Aaron.

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7We ate a yummy meal both at the house and one of our new favorite restaurants in Brevard, Square Root.  We have eaten there 3 times already and it was fabulous all three times.

Home cooked meal at Casa de Chiles

Home cooked meal at Casa de Chiles

Calamari at Square Root

Calamari at Square Root in Brevard

We were going to hike to one of the waterfalls in Connestee Falls but it was raining when we planned to go so we just went to the easily accessible viewing platform instead.

If you look closely you can see a fisherman.

If you look closely you can see a fisherman.

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We made S’mores.  9We sat outside.  We watched the deer and squirrels. We talked and laughed and had fun being together.  Family time is wonderful.  I am blessed.  Thanks for all the well wishes.  It makes me so happy to know that my readers are excited about our move as well.  And yes, all but one of my teapots made it through the move safe and sound.  I would say that is a pretty good outcome.

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  1. Kath Weilamd
    August 31, 2015 at 06:22 am

    Glad to hear you had some relaxing family time this weekend!

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      August 31, 2015 at 07:17 am

      Thank you! Now I need to kick it back into high gear and unpack and organize!

      Reply
  2. lclalor
    August 31, 2015 at 08:42 am

    What a beautiful area with many natural attractions. Looks like you’re home.

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      August 31, 2015 at 08:43 am

      I think I am . Now to get settled . 🙂

      Reply
  3. Katy Flint
    August 31, 2015 at 10:25 am

    It looks like a fantastic weekend and I’m so glad Buddy & Holly are back with you! It will be great to have them as companions this week!

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  4. Darlene
    August 31, 2015 at 10:29 am

    It looks like you landed in a piece of heaven! Great to see the cats are back with their mom. Have fun getting sorted out. Unpacking is fun, almost like Christmas. But where to put it all?

    Reply
  5. Gibber
    August 31, 2015 at 12:15 pm

    Cheers to being home!

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  6. Priscilla King
    August 31, 2015 at 03:36 pm

    These pictures are so pretty…I’m glad this computer can handle pictures.

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      August 31, 2015 at 03:40 pm

      I am glad your computer can handle them as well. I always wonder about the speed of peoples’ internet when I publish pictures because sometimes it bogs everything down. Glad you were able to view them today. Thanks for stopping by.

      Reply
  7. Jackie Cangro
    August 31, 2015 at 07:38 pm

    Glad that you made it safe and sound. This sure is a pretty area of the country. Looking forward to many more photos. 🙂

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      August 31, 2015 at 08:26 pm

      Thanks, Jackie! I am living in a forest I think! There will be plenty of photos, trust me! 🙂

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  8. pattisj
    September 01, 2015 at 12:12 am

    I’m sure you are glad to have the kitties home. They seem to have settled in quite nicely. You are surrounded by beauty out there. Glad Aaron and Erin could visit. Delightful only one teapot casualty!

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  9. NC Blogger Network (@NCBlogNet)
    September 01, 2015 at 07:51 pm

    Welcome to NC & NCBN!

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      September 02, 2015 at 06:50 am

      Thank you so much for the warm welcome!

      Reply
  10. Rorybore
    September 01, 2015 at 10:12 pm

    looks like a beautiful place!! It seems in the span of time my computer was in the shop getting a much needed check up, you moved and settled in nicely. Love kayaking – we had fun this summer doing that at our campsite. Here’s to many new and wonderful memories being made. 🙂

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      September 02, 2015 at 06:50 am

      I am feeling like I am in a little spot of heaven right now. I hope the feeling lasts. 🙂 Still a lot of boxes to go through but I am pacing myself. 🙂

      Reply
  11. Val - Corn, Beans, Pigs and Kids
    September 02, 2015 at 12:51 am

    I’m so happy that you had a great move and that now you can start getting into your new routine. Your new home and community look beautiful. I’m so happy for you!

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      September 02, 2015 at 06:46 am

      Thanks, Val. I am excited of finally be here after it seems to have taken so long to get here.

      Reply
  12. donnahup
    September 02, 2015 at 08:49 pm

    It sounds like it was a really nice weekend 🙂

    Reply
  13. Helen Brown
    September 02, 2015 at 09:27 pm

    I am so glad you are in your new home and taking time to settle in so you do not wear your self out. Enjoy your new home! The pictures of it look like it is just beautiful.

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