Wednesday, August 11, 2010

the magic cottage

magic cottage

Ever have days like this?

….and a dust cloth was slapping her in the head….

the nerve!

If only our house could clean itself….

now that would be a JOY!

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34 comments:

  1. AnonymousAugust 11, 2010 at 8:31 AM

    I wish my house would clean itself for sure! Or that I could be like Bewitched and just wiggle my nose or Jeannie and fold my arms....it doesn't work, I've tried it!

    xo
    LeAnn

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  2. MyrnaAugust 11, 2010 at 8:47 AM

    "A house that would clean itself"--oh that WOULD be marvelous!! ;-)

    It was so wonderful to meet you last week, Becky, and I just wanted you to know I posted about it on my blog today.
    I told Sandi that I hope maybe someday you and she could come up here for 'tea'!!
    I hope we'll meet again..
    Blessings and hugs,
    Myrna

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  3. Rocky Creek Scotties and Rocky Creek RamblingsAugust 11, 2010 at 8:51 AM

    I'd go for a self-cleaning house - if I could find things again after they were put away!!

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  4. PondsideAugust 11, 2010 at 8:53 AM

    ....the garden weed itself, and Rosie groom herself, and the laundry do itself....I could really get into this!

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  5. marieAugust 11, 2010 at 8:57 AM

    Yes, that wouldn't definitely be a joy!

    Have a great day Becky!

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  6. VeeAugust 11, 2010 at 8:59 AM

    Yes, it has sometimes been my fondest wish. Cute vintage image!

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  7. Heather LeeAugust 11, 2010 at 9:02 AM

    The timing of this is perfect! I was just cleaning the kitchen and I sat down for a little breather. I thought I'd catch up on what all my favorite blogger girlies were up to. Little did I know, this whole time you were taking pictures of me in through the window!!

    God Bless Ya,
    Heather

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  8. genaAugust 11, 2010 at 9:16 AM

    ooooh, I want a magic cottage that cleans itself too ! Where do we sign up ???? LOL !!!!

    Thanks for the fun post !
    gena
    www.thehouseonlavenderhill.blogspot.com

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  9. Rose Garden RomanticAugust 11, 2010 at 9:36 AM

    Looks like a really cute book! I love vintage children's book illustrations!
    I have definitely had some days just like that one!
    Michelle

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  10. AnonymousAugust 11, 2010 at 9:57 AM

    I wish my house would clean itself too! It doesn't cooperate very well. When I clean it, my house refuses to stay clean! :)
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  11. JulieAugust 11, 2010 at 10:09 AM

    LOL!!! Love the illustration sooo much. Makes me think of Cinderella and all hte mice and birds and Merlin in The Sword and the Stone...
    How nice THAT would be. Hugs.

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  12. myletterstoemilyAugust 11, 2010 at 10:44 AM

    every utensil, broom and mop is always
    hitting me over the head!

    such a darling photo!

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  13. Brenda PruittAugust 11, 2010 at 10:56 AM

    Wouldn't it though? I wish the dust would just evaporate. Gives me a dust headache every time I clean house.
    Brenda

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  14. Auntie sezzzzzz...August 11, 2010 at 11:07 AM

    A precious vintage illustration. I'll bet the book is lovely!

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  15. becky up the hillAugust 11, 2010 at 12:07 PM

    I'll take a slap in the head any day, if then my house would snap it's self into shape!

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  16. ElsieAugust 11, 2010 at 12:13 PM

    I use to say I would have a house
    like the Jetson's (cartoons) and
    I would push a button and it would
    clean itself. I'm still hunting the button. I have to dust today,
    vacuumed and mopped yesterday. I
    can remember when I used to do all
    in one day. If only I wouldn't get
    sidetracked playing (changing things around). But I so enjoy all
    my good stuff.":O)

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  17. Kathleen GraceAugust 11, 2010 at 12:26 PM

    Ah, the fantasy of a self cleaning house spans generations doesn't it? If we can send a man to the moon....yes, I've had days like that!

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  18. Elizabeth and Gary August 11, 2010 at 12:35 PM

    Hi Becky,
    After the cleaning fairy is done at your house please send her over to mine! I think dusting is what takes me the longest time... to much stuff LOL..
    Wow! your German pancakes look so yummy! I have been drooling for pancakes..with lots of syrup. When Gary gets home from travel I think I will make some...
    Have a sweet day and don't work to hard..
    Love ya, Big hugs~Elizabeth

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  19. UnknownAugust 11, 2010 at 12:36 PM

    Yea...my house is magic alright...

    The older I get the bigger my house seems and the slower I move! :(

    Have a great week!
    ~Liz

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  20. quiltingnanaAugust 11, 2010 at 2:17 PM

    cute.....I hate housework! but unfortunately it still keeps coming back

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  21. Sissie's Shabby CottageAugust 11, 2010 at 2:46 PM

    I used to be so obsessed with cleaning my house but now that I'm older I don't mind a dust bunny or two, or three! LOL

    Yes, a house that could clean itself.....that would be wonderful.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  22. Bella Roxy & MacduiAugust 11, 2010 at 3:36 PM

    If you find a self-cleaning house, let us know. We'll be in that!

    Thanks for stopping by our blog and saying hi!

    XXXOOO Daisy, Kendra & Bella

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  23. Cathy~Mille FleurAugust 11, 2010 at 5:29 PM

    Oh I love this! What a darling image!

    Enjoy!
    Cathy

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  24. Susan FreemanAugust 11, 2010 at 9:38 PM

    I keep twitching my nose, but nothing happens! Where oh where is Samantha when I need her??

    Love,
    Susan and Bentley
    xxoo

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  25. DukeAugust 12, 2010 at 2:38 AM

    How mom wishes!

    Love ya lots,
    Maggie and Mitch

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  26. DeborahAugust 12, 2010 at 5:48 AM

    Cute!!
    And yes I have days like this..I call them my "Mondays" :)
    Have a lovely day sweet friend...
    Ill be doing a little housework today :) hehe

    Deborah \0/

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  27. Tins and TreasuresAugust 12, 2010 at 7:34 AM

    Good Morning,
    Oh...I wish! I've been cleaning like crazy this week. Hubby is having a big birthday...thus, a big party. And the trouble is...that the rooms that I did first...need to be done again!! Yikes!!!

    Thanks for visiting my blog. You are welcome back anytime. Have a thoughtful Thursday. ~Natalie

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  28. Into VintageAugust 12, 2010 at 9:19 AM

    Things tend to look better if I don't wear my glasses. Not cleaner but better... BTW - you sure have some cute things in your etsy shop!

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  29. AnonymousAugust 12, 2010 at 10:00 AM

    OOOH those cursed weeds and dust!!! But on the + side dusting can be sorta fun. Take a trip down memory lane as you handle your vintage treasures and perhaps even imagine or fantasize their past lives. Any distraction is welcome here, as I am dusting a museum.
    Waveney

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  30. JanetAugust 12, 2010 at 11:01 AM

    Mine certainly needs it after all the heat and humidity we have had this summer. I have had no energy to clean, guess fall cleaning will be big this year!

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  31. Mimi SueAugust 12, 2010 at 3:13 PM

    Joy indeed! Mimi

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  32. Signs and SalvageAugust 18, 2010 at 11:13 AM

    Oh that book is WONDERFUL!!!! Just catching up on your BLOG...love it!!!! You make me smile!!!!

    Kristin

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  33. PennyAugust 29, 2010 at 8:04 PM

    Oh, my. I stumbled upon your blog and couldn't believe my eyes when I saw Irene from the Magic Cottage. My mother used to read this story to me when I was little and then to my girls when they were young! What a joy to see this on your blog. Love your dogs, too!!

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  34. Alison Tugwell PhotographyFebruary 17, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    My Dad used to read me "The Magic Cottage" and years ago the book dissapeared. I have been trying to find one ever since. Can you tell me the author's name? I would really appreciate any information you have. Thank you! ~Alison <><

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