the ugly duckling

We were out at our property today so had to pass by the Richmond Bakery again. Did we stop? Of course.

I am caring this weekend for 2 cats that are hiding under a bed. In another home 3 cats that don't get along. It is a challenging time for this cat-sitter so I deserve a doughnut.

Kane and I went for our 2 km walk this afternoon (remember that doughnut?)and we passed by one of my most favorite homes in our little town. Let me tell you what I know about this house. When my kids were young this house was a dilapidated, white frame house that was used as rental property. There was no landscaping to speak of and the paint was peeling off the frame. There was a family living there that had many young kids and no interest in fixing it up. As a matter of fact, one of the kids set fire to the inside of the house and it then needed to be gutted. Nice!
This house sat empty for years and I would walk by and could still see the damage from the fire. I thought how sad for a house to end up like that. I knew it had great potential.
THEN....a very creative couple came along and could see a BRIGHT future for this house. Here it is today..


They added the side entrance and garage and then worked their magic to make this one of the most beautiful homes in our town.
Every time I walk by I think of the transformation and I am so happy to see it look so gorgeous.

Now, if only they had a cat in the window.

These three are enjoying their new little house.


hugs, Deb