Well, today was the big day and it couldn't have gone any better! I heard someone say that they stopped counting at 175 people going through their house! That's incredible and means that the Adrian Women of Today raised over $1400 for charity! People were very generous with their comments on the house and most people loved what we have done here.
It was so neat to hear some of the stories from the older people who came through. There were some people in their 70s who had gone to the school across the street and lived in Adrian all their lives, but had never been inside our house. They said they had always wondered what it was like inside and were so thankful for the chance to see it. I was so glad to hear that.
There were also stories of people who grew up with the kids or grandkids of Dr. Neely who owned the house for about 40 years. They relived memories of eating at the dining room table with the Neelys, playing on the stairs, and just the good times they had here. Those stories warmed my heart and made me wish I could've known the Neelys. I hope our kids and their friends have the same kinds of memories here.
For me, hearing those stories was the best part of the day. Sure, I got an ego boost hearing all of the compliments on the work we've done here, but knowing that people had a chance to come in and feel at home here - to remember the fun days of their childhood. That was priceless! I think I learned more today about the history of our house than I ever could from a book.
Was it a lot of work? Sure. Will I do it again next year? I don't know. Depends on what's going on in our lives then. Am I glad I did it this year? Absolutely without a doubt.
I hope you enjoy the tour!
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5 comments:
Congrats on raising so much money! The house looks GREAT!!!!
Thanks for sharing all of the pictures! It looks beautiful! I can't wait to see it in person some day. I love the boy saying in Carter's room!! See you guys in a few weeks!
Lara,
Thanks for the "computer tour" of your house on Skype today but I have to say, the photos on your blog showed it even more beautifully!! You did an awesome job. Each room reflected your decorating talent and your love of home and family. I am proud of you for taking the time to help with this fund raiser. I know it was a lot of hard work.
It was a blessing to hear you say how much you enjoyed the tour and to hear that it touched the lives and memories of so many "old friends" of your home! May God continue to bless you, Britney, Ashlyn and Carter with many happy memories of your own!!
Love you,
Mom
Lara,
I literally felt all warm and cozy, smelling the aroma of gingerbread men while looking at your tour. What a gorgeous, inviting home you have. It looked just like every Christmas should. BTW - I'm thinking of copying your toy soldiers. They are the cutest things ever.
I love the house...you did a great job!! I hope you all are doing well. Talk to you soon.
April
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