Today I want to talk about the survey results and some news I have been waiting to share until now. There is never a dull moment in this household. We purchased a home in the Paso Wine Country in December. The former owners are renting it back from us so we will not be physically moving until April or May. Let’s chat about this post “Join me on a New Adventure and Survey Results.
We have been looking for a home in the Paso area for several years. We almost bought a lot very near this home four or five years ago. My husband is a contractor (nearing retirement) and was not interested in the stress of running a project from the ground up, or the care of an older home. I was hoping for a fixer upper in town but he wasn’t loving that idea. Several years passed and nothing materialized. In the meantime we decided to sell both our lake home and our Chualar home. Fast forward, we moved into one of our rentals and fixed it up. We have actually enjoyed living in town but missed the warmer weather, gardens, and a little more space.
Here is a sneak peek of our future digs. I love the entrance to the house. You enter via a small breezeway.
To a beautiful courtyard with an outdoor fireplace and lots of entertaining space. I am going to have a lot of fun with this space. The house is only five years old and in excellent shape.
The gardens are mature and well cared for.
It has a lovely pool for Summer and Beau.
I will share more once we move. The former owners have a beautiful art collection so the walls are all white. I think our furniture will work beautifully in the space. There is very little that will need to be changed ( a few things) but nothing that needs to be done right away. The property is quite a bit smaller than that of our former house and is about 1,000 sq feet smaller. It has an open floor plan which I am excited about.(according to the trends on it’s way out). I have never had one and think it will suit our lifestyle. The entire living area opens out to the pool and outdoor living area. Sooo..the crazy Hattersley’s are at it again. Stay tuned!!
Now on to the survey results. If you missed it you can read about THE CHD POSTS FROM 2021 THAT YOU FOUND MOST INTERESTING here. You overwhelmingly requested a wrap up weekly post. I am working on that and hope to have it rolled out by the end of the month. That way if you don’t have time to read a post, you can always catch up on Monday.
WHAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO READ MORE OF IN 2022 IN ORDER OF PREFERENCE
#1 More Over 50 Fashion and Style
#2 Decorating Tips and Tricks-a very close second
#3 Tie My Home & Design & Ageless Style
#4 More DIY Projects
#5 Tie Beauty & Skincare & Gardening and my Garden
#6 More Gray Hair Tips and Tricks
SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE POSTS
More Collected Look-Jewelry
More posts on how to incorporate antiques inside and out
More fashion posts on Casual at Home Wear
More posts on travel & retirement
Posts on how to store/organize accessories in closet
Posts on how to shop etsy and ebay
More posts on gray hair care and styling
Weight Watchers and recipes I like
More personal reflections and family stuff
How to garden with physical limitations
My friends Mary Ann and Kim are sharing each other’s homes on their blogs today. Join them at Northern California Style and Classic Casual Home.
Thank you for reading Join me on a New Adventure and Survey Results. All of these suggestions are super helpful to me in planning the coming year. What pleased me most this year is that fashion and design were nearly split right down the middle. If you didn’t have the time or want to take the survey please leave any suggestions or tips in the comment section. This blog is for you. Let your thoughts be known!
P.S If you know anyone that would like to rent a darling Spanish Revival home in Maple Park let me know.
If you want a few laughs Sandra Sallin is going to attempt to teach me how to apply makeup to my hooded eyes live tomorrow on Instagram at 11:00 Pacific! She has her work cut out for her!!
All my cute socks have holes in them! When I look online, they are either too thick, too thin, too short, too tall etc. A post o finding cute socks to wear with boots. Shorter than mid calf. A few inches above the ankle.
Oh my goodness, your new home is so beautiful!
I can only imagine how you must have felt when you first saw it! What a gem !!
Can’t wait for more pics💛
Hi Janelle
Thank you so much!!
Cindy … I’ve been waiting for a glimpse of your new home. You did not disappoint. Magnificent. The courtyard, the pool …looks like heaven. Good things come to those who wait. So excited to see it once you’ve moved in … how beautiful it will be. And Summer is going to love it year round, but particularly in summer. I missed the survey, darn. But I’m 100 on board with the results. Looking forward to more fabulousness from you in 2022. xo
Hi Juliet
I will have room for my bay area friends now!! Come visit. We think it is perfect for us. It will only need some small changes. We are looking forward to the move. Thanks for your support
oh my, oh my!!!! Beyond exciting and so beautiful Cindy, really thrilled for you & Steve! Cannot wait to watch this journey, in your hands, another stunner on it’s way.
xoxoxoxo!!!
Hi Debra
We will have a bedroom ready for you and Steve.
Congratulations Cindy! Wow…very exciting news indeed! What a gorgeous property and home, reminds me of a smaller version of your other home. The garden is beautiful and I can’t wait to see how you will use your designer magic wand to make it into a perfect home for you and your family.
So glad you found this beautiful home! Can’t wait to see your beautiful touch on this property! Survey….I love everything you post!
So excited for you and your family!!! Looks so beautiful and I can not wait to see more!!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE you and look forward to meeting you some day, Cindy!!! Round Top 2022????
I AM OVER THE MOON WITH HAPPINESS FOR ALL OF YOU!
THE FACT BEAU AND SUMMER HAVE A POOL AGAIN!
I CANNOT WAIT TO COME AND HANG OUT!
ABSOLUTELY NO DOWN TIME FOR YOU!
CONGRATULATIONS I AM THRILLED!!!
XXX
Oh boy this is a beautiful new home and garden! We have an open concept and I think it’s great. Cozy and open at same time. Blog is great, both content and reader comments too!
First, your makeup tutorial with Sandra was excellent! I felt like my eyes looked pretty good going out to dinner last night.
I LOVE the courtyard and pool of your new home. This is so exciting!! THIS stuff is what keeps us young.
So awesome.
Mary Ann
Missed the survey as well. Love your posts!
I like the fashion over 50 the most, but enjoy the diversity of subjects
you cover, always look forward to it!
Cara Cindy splendida notizia finché abbiamo progetti futuri,ci si sente giovani e pieni di energia ti auguro di realizzare tutto secondo i tuoi piani.ti seguirò con grande piacere in questa tua nuova avventura.un abbraccio
So happy for you and your hubby, Cindy! What a beautiful home! I look forward to following along on your new adventure!
Congratulations! I can’t wait to see your decor and garden in this new home. Paso is such a beautiful place. Best wishes for this next adventure!
Cindy so very excited for you! The house is beautiful and looks like your kind of place. It’s got that California vibe like all your homes. I’m in love with the entrance and the yard already. Can’t wait to see when you put the Cindy touch on it. Thanks for mentioning Mary Ann and my blog collaboration this week.
By the way, love the makeup thing with Sandra! I actually learned a few new tricks. You looked fantastic. xo
Wow! Stunning!!!!!!!!!!!! Can’t wait for the reveal. Just beautiful!!!
Cindy, your new house is fabulous! I cannot wait until you move in and put your special touches on it. Looking forward to all of your new and old content. Have a wonderful weekend.
Hi Cindy,
Your new home is amazing. How far is it from where your daughter, her husband, and Summer live? Paso is a favorite of several of my friends who love the area for their Pinot Noir. I know you’ll make the home your own and it will be a wonderful place to enjoy eventual retirement.
xo,
Karen
Looks beautiful! Very much looking forward to seeing you bring your deft touch to it.
Congratulations,Cindy! Your new house is gorgeous and you will make it a gorgeous home and I am here for all of it!
Cheers!
Cindy,
That is such exciting news. Your new home looks absolutely stunning already, but with your style and panache I’m sure it will be amazing. Have fun on this new adventure. Can’t wait to see the whole house.
Cheers to 2022!
Hi Deb
Thank you so much! We are looking forward to it!
Love the new house and you can certainly pop out anytime for a great bottle of wine!
Always fun to get your stuff in a new house. Can’t wait to see what you do.
Take care and don’t wear yourself out too much.
Here’s to sleepless nights of decorating!
Amanda
Hi Amanda
Maybe you two should make a trip to Paso! We would love to have you for dinner!
The views are stunning! I’m glad you’ve made the reveal! Can’t wait to see how you top the last 2 homes.
Hi Wren
I think you were the first to know! I hope you will be my new buddy to hangout with!!
I did a good job of keeping mum! Would absolutely treasure spending time with you. Call on me if you need anything in the process.
💝
Your new home is stunning Cindy, Congratulations! Where is your Maple Park rental located (town?)
Hi Pamela
Yes it is in Salinas in a very nice neighborhood, and there are a lot of good things happening in Salinas. I think it is just going to get better and better. We tossed around the idea of staying here and having a second home and just decided when we saw this house it was meant to be.
Stunning! Beautiful property! Good for you, I love it!
Hi Anne
Thank you so much Anne. We are looking forward to another adventure!
Very best wishes to you in your beautiful new home. You inspire me!! Thank you.
Thank you so much Linda. You guys inspire me every day!!
Hi Linda
Thank you so much. You made my day!
WOW! Beautiful new home and can hardly wait to see your magic touch on it. I will miss the little fixer-upper though. Such a cute little place. You’ll have no trouble finding renters. Watched you and Sandra this morning and was so entertained while learning so much about “older eyes”. You two are perfect together! The survey is just how I answered. Decor and Style….send more please!!!!! Have a great weekend and looking forward to seeing you in my in-box on Sunday!
Holly
You are just the best. People like you make it all worthwhile. Thanks for watching. Hopefully I will be better next time. Most people rehearse obviously I did not! HA. Sandra is a pro and such a great friend. I would have never done it without her.
Hi Holly
I will miss it too. You are the best Holly. I have another blogging friend whom I have never met and she always signs off by saying from your best friend whom you have never met! I feel that way about you as well!
Cindy – It looks amazing! Vacation every day. So excited for you!
Hi Gray
I know that is why we wanted to move down there we love it.
Hi Gray
Thanks so much!
Congratulations!!! I can’t wait to see what you do with the inside. I know that house as I live in Paso Robles too and stalk the real estate market. It is an incredible property. And Paso is a fabulous place to live!
Hi Gail
Let’s meet for coffee or lunch! We love Paso. We are small town people and have been hoping to find the right place for years. Can’t wait to meet you!
Hi Gail
Let’s meet for coffee or a glass of wine once I move!
Perfect! Can’t wait to see what the “crazy Hattersleys” do to make their own. It truly has the best of many of the things you love.
Hi Patricia
Maybe you and the “mister” can travel out this way if omicron settles down. We would love to see you!
Hi Patricia
We are kinda crazy but we are looking forward to it!!
Welcome to Paso! Congratulations !
We love the charm of down town. But your house looks like a peaceful neighborhood. You’ll like it much more.
We moved here during Covid so haven’t had all the fun to be had. But so much to Do here!
Hi Gaylin
So glad you love Paso. We sold our place but have always wanted to return. Hope to meet you some day!
We live in Spanish Lakes in Templeton, bordering Paso. Our hobby is wine tasting! Love your posts.
Hi Linda
We will be right next door (very close to you) Hopefully we can meet one day!
Congratulations on your new home. You will love Paso Robles.
Interested in your posts about the house and your adventures in the area since I live nearby.
Hi Karlie
We love the area and are looking forward to moving there permanently. Thank you!
Wow, what exciting news, congratulations on the purchase of your new home, I am so happy for you both.
Hi Katherine
Thank you so much for your continued support. I am so grateful to have readers like you. You guys make my day!!
It is beautiful, Cindy, and I am ready to move in. Congratulations on the new adventure! I know the new place will inspire all sorts of creativity and become a gorgeous backdrop for memories with your loved ones. We’ll be moving March 1st, and we’re already renovating in a cloud of dust…it’s not a glamorous life! 🙂
Michele
Where are you guys moving? I have completely lost touch. Please fill me in!
Oh, I love the courtyard, pool & gardens! Can’t wait to see the inside.
I have a open concept house that we bought when we retired. Love it! It is light filled and I can enjoy my family & friends company even when I’m busy in the kitchen, I wouldn’t have it any other way.
We’re ready to go on the adventure with you!
Hi Joanna
We feel very lucky to have found a home that suits us so well that will not need tons of work. I don’t care if open concept homes are out. I too love cooking and will love to be able to do it surrounded by my family and friends.
I love your new house. It looks just like your old house. Beautiful landscaping.Looking forward to our LIVE today. Who knows what will happen.
Hi Sandra
It is actually a lot different but has the same feel. It is all on one floor which will be great. Thanks for prodding me into the “live” world of Instagram! You are such a pro.
I’m so excited and happy for you! I have loved both of your homes, and I will be happy to move vicariously with you! Swooning over the breezeway! Enjoy!
Hi Gayle
Thank you so much. I am so happy you will be along for the ride!
Love your new home! I am glad you found it! It was waiting for you. It looks perfect- just your style! I can see many fabulous posts in the future.
In your survey over 50 fashion vs home design and gardens were always a tie for me.
I am very happy for you! I love everything about California!
Hi Marcia
Thank you so much. We are very excited. I so appreciate your support!!
Hi Marcia
Thank you so much. You are the best!
Hi Marcia
Thank you so much!
Absolutely beautiful! Congratulation, can’t wait to see your touch after you move in.
Hi Kathryn
It doesn’t need much, but I am sure we will tweak a few things!
Hi Kathryn
Thank you so much!
Congratulations on your new home!! It looks beautiful…..I always look forward to your post. Thank you!
Hi Diane
Thank you so much for your support. I so appreciate it!
Hi Diane
I always appreciate your kind comments!
Cindy, I’m thrilled for you & your husband. This new home sounds idyllic & what fun you’ll have transforming it to be yours.
Super survey results & have great fun with Sandra tomorrow. You two together, no matter what you do, would be fun to watch!
Cheers to you!
Hi Deb
You two inspire me with all that you do. I am in awe. Sandra and I are a crazy combo for sure!!
The house is Beautiful can’t wait to see the inside! Congratulations!
Hi Teresa
There will be more to come!!
Hi Teresa
Thank you more to come!!
Congrats and it looks amazing so far. You are very lucky lady. Enjoy your new space.
Hi Esther
Yes I am! Thank you
To say I’m happy and excited for you is an understatement! Your new home is beautiful and it looks like it was made for you. I’m grinning from ear to ear! Congratulations!
I love your blog…I did not fill out the survey because it is the perfect blend of topics that I love and such a wonderful the way you present it!
This new home is awesome and wow I love the views that you have shown already…how exciting to follow you through the move and tweaks! So looking forward to it all.
Hi Alice
Thank you so much. I was afraid you all might think we were crazy. Well maybe we are!
Hi Kathy Sue
Thank you so much pal. I watching you create magic in your own home.
Cindy, congratulations on your new home! I look forward to seeing many photo-laden posts as you make it become your own beautiful expression. I have savored your process of transforming your rental into a little gem just as much as I have enjoyed the photos of your long-time home. Speaking from experience, I understand how challenging it is to make our things work in new spaces; you accomplish this with amazing speed and creativity.
Happy days to you and yours!
Hi Amy
We have enjoyed this space. I hope we will find a good renter that will appreciate it’s character. We are looking forward to a new adventure. I think it is easy to get into a rut at our age and resist change. I am not looking forward to moving again so soon but luckily we have a lot of stuff in boxes!
yay! what fun! We will be neighbors (we live in SLO) so maybe we can meet one day: share a glass of wine or two at a winery? Looking forward to watching what fun things to do to make this gorgeous home YOURS! I know you know the Central Coast already, but if you need any recommendations for doctors, dentists etc. please let me know….
Congratulations!!!!!
Hi Dianne
I would love that! And yes I am definitely going to need recommendations! I would love to email you if you wouldn’t mind!
Your future home looks so beautiful on the outside. Cannot wait to see the inside. Wishing you much happiness
Hi Rachelle
What I love about the inside is it is basically a blank canvas. Thank you so much for your kind words.
As a gal from Illinois I say”Dream house!!” You Californians have the life!! I missed the survey, but agree with responses. Fashion over 50 interests me the most and I always appreciate you linking wear to purchase.
Hi Robbie
You know I am originally a Midwesterner as well. We almost bought a second home back there but now will only have one home!
Gorgeous house congratulations Cindy. Love the light !!! And the beautiful garden it is just beautiful enjoy.
Hi Francesca
That is one of the things we love about it as well. Thank you so much!
Cindy:
Congratulations on y’alls home. It s Gorgeous.
Perfect for family gatherings, and many memories to be made. Love that it is like move in ready.
I so look forward to ya sharing all the just imagine All things Beautifulllll with your new home. Exceptional it will be.
Thank you
Hi Karen
Thank you so much!
Good luck with the downsizing and rental.
I prefer fashion posts but know variety is the key as I always learn something from a post I didn’t think I would be interested in.
Be well
Hi Dorene
I am so happy to hear your thoughts. Thanks for reading!
Congratulations on the new house! We rarely stay put either, renovated and moved 6 times in 22 years. Just finished #7. Oddly enough, I was in your new house about 4? years ago. We have friends who lived on that very street, and we met the people who owned your new house at that time. We were out in CA (where we are from. Have lived in New Orleans 25 years) visiting family and decided to head south to visit our friends in the Paso area. Small world to see that same house pop up today! Good luck with your move and all – always a fun adventure. Great choice on the house!
Hi Beth
Oh my goodness what a small world! Do your friends still live there? Maybe we can meet one day. Beth do you follow Meet the Milnes on Instagram? Deb and Graham are full of fun and now live in New Orleans. If your friends still live there send me an email and I will go introduce myself once we move in, Better yet, stop by the next time you are in CA.
Cindy,
Just read your wonderful reply to my message! It is indeed a very, very small world. Our friends sold their house right before the pandemic and now wish they had not! Lovely, lovely neighborhood, and they miss it terribly. An impulsive decision that they now regret. Thank you so much for the lead on Deb and Graham – will certainly check them out. Speaking of small worlds, although New Orleans is a city of approx 400,000 people, the consensus is that it is really only 400 people because everyone seems to know, or is related to, everybody. Like living in a very small town. Very small interconnections happen daily. I adore your new home – lovely, and of course your neighborhood is fabulous! If our friends ever re-appear there, which is possible, I will certainly pass along their names…And, yes, would love to meet you sometime! Thank you so much for your kind reply,
Cindy and Steve,
Wow! Your new home is fabulous!
Love,
Bill and Judy
Hi Old Friends!
We are looking forward to a new project. Would love to have the Castors come visit in 2022
Beautiful new home – congratulations! Looking forward to seeing how you transform it!
Hi Colleen
Thank you so much! Glad you will be along for the journey.
Love the beautiful entry, pool and backyard views! Can’t wait to see the inside.
Congratulations!
Judee
Hi Judee
Thank you so much Judee!
So glad you found the perfect house – it looks beautiful and I can’t wait to see how you make it your own! Love all the survey results too – that’s just how I would have answered! 🙂 Keep doing just what you do!
Happy Friday!
Hi Barbara
Thank you so much. I so appreciate your sweet comments!
Sorry THAT you are giving up that fireplace. I really liked it!But things must move on, and the grass is always greener in the next house! Good luck with everything. I am sure you will be able to rent quickly when you move, the market being what it is right now! If you really want a change, come to FLorida!
Hi Susan
We have good friends in Florida and thought about buying a second home there. I do love this place to. We may come back one day when we get old!!
Congratulations. The home looks so pretty, inviting, comfortable, and perfect for family and friends to gather and make memories!
Hi Pam
Yes we think so too! Thanks so much. How are you guys?
well congrats on the new place! I think you will love the open floor plan… it’s very comfortable and opening on the outdoor pool space is just about prefect.. look forward to the future posts
HI K
I Think so to. I like being able to cook and not be separated from everyone!