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We just bought a new home. Wasn’t something we were planning to do at 60 but it was a situation where a family member had to go into a nursing home and her main concern was that her home stayed in the family. It gives her peace so we were willing. The house was built in 1952 and was the only home they ever lived in. The kitchen is postage stamp size. Of course there is only 2 of us that live in the home, but we have 5 kids that are married with kids of their own and my concern was how we would have holiday meals. I turned a coat closet into a pantry and put my freezer in the basement. And I figure we can put our table in the basement for holiday dinners. We will figure it out. Sometimes life throws us a curve and we have to change how we do things. For the first couple of weeks, I was down and overwhelmed, but then you remember why your situation changed and it brings you peace. Once you find it, solutions are more easily found.
I’m 60 too and my husband wants us to move into a bungalow, but I’m feeling so reluctant for the upheaval and future work renovating. Good luck with your new adventure. We may be 60, but we aren’t out yet lol. We may have a lot more innings in us. Hope it all goes well.
It sounds like we have very similar houses and situations. We're the same age with grown children and grands. I was very overwhelmed at first but after 6 years it's taking shape and definitely more functional than it was at first. Our house no longer feels overwhelming, but just feels like home. ❤
@@juliejones7358 thank you. You are right, we still have a lot to offer.
@@louannel7699 we are getting there. It’s a work in progress. Thank you.
Nice if it's not to your taste do some remodeling spruce it up. Put it back on the market for a bit more. Don't keep something that's not right for you. If you want it in family offer it to family first. Don't feel obligated it's called Swedish- dumping when family guilt you into a present, gift, their history stuff that needs to go to a museum. You can always set it as a vacation rental per week for those needing to come to the area most are 800- 2000 week. Then it pays for future restorations and it's a showcase house. Always preserved. But let go. No need to let guilt of the wrong house for you when you are aging. You will need one floor and space to entertain in the next few years. Let the guilt go and further your life of healing. You only have 1 life it's 2023 be as happy as a clam that made a pearl. I'm 53 and my husband is almost 60 and we are never guilted. We face issues and move on. An apartment is what we needed and so the gigantic house gone. Easy decisions talk to a banker, contractor, and realtor and make decisions on vacation rental if the bank sees rental income then they see a investment & they may rewrite the loan of both onto one loan. Make sure you make the house as every vacation rental has a favy name. Like the cottage at Westbrook, sanders farm, Ranch on plum, Laura's cabin on lark lake. Honoring them or where it's at it what you should do. Make it simple, hire a home cleaner team & get focused on goals.
Amy...I'm so glad to hear you stick up for yourself when people try to tell you how to raise your family and run your home!❤ God bless you!
I can so relate to your thought process, yes wining doesn't solve anything, patience and brainstorming is key. :D
We don't have the room but our new refrigerator is small. It looks big but it doesn't hold much. So we are looking for a cheap refrigerator to put somewhere in here. We need the room. So I totally understand the freezer in your kitchen.
I completely agree about working with what you have. One of my favorite sayings is, "Bloom where you are planted." We've lived in 1200sq ft for almost 28 years, and we've made it work. Of course we'd love more space - I have a tiny kitchen, but I've cooked wonderful meals for my family in it, and it's been a blessing. ❤ You make what you have work!
Amy I thought I would mention that there's speacial door mates that will catch the sand so you it sent be tract in your house that can be put at your front and back door .would make your life easier. The rack will stop things from breaking aswell if they get knocked off in the sink aswell. Thank God for this beautiful day he has given us! Have a great week! That white little thing you ask what was it for that was in your butlers pantry junk tool drawer is a freeze key.
My nephew always had to listen to sounds of thunderstorms and such to be able to sleep. I need the radio. I had a candy stash in my room when I lived with my sister and her family so her kids could not get it
The white thing is your freezer key . I have the same one for my freezer. Insert, push and turn to lock / unlock.
I lived in Melbourne Florida for a short time, having the pool bathroom was a big save on laundry and tracking dirt in and out of the house that little half-bath would be perfect for your pool room
Good evening Amy! Totally agree with you. I'm always grateful for what I have and my home is just how I like it. And yes, I have a stash for only me also. Even my kids and grandkids know not to touch but if they ask then of course 🤭. Thanks for sharing. Hafa adai and love from the island of Guam 🌴❤🌴
I look forward to your videos daily!
You could always use those shelves that’s beside the TV in your living room to put pictures of the kids up. I remember you taking pictures at Lauren’s wedding I don’t know if you’ve updated the pictures but that could be a place to put pictures of the family, but you could change the shelves out if you don’t like the shelves there.
The bedside tables are just fine there is no point filling your space with huge furniture they really look nice, the house is really looking like a home now xx
Hi Amy so so happy for you in your new home it’s looking very nice and cosy. Thank you for Godly wisdom to wives/ homemakers sound doctrine God bless you for being such a good example of a Godly wife I know that it takes a lot of ourselves for the Lord to make us to submit and obey because that is not in us women because of the fall.blessings to you and your family.
Use your squeegy on your shower glass after you shower to prevent water spots from forming
OOO Amy,
Have Greg build you a nice pantry with lots of storage in that room where you have your crock pot now. ceiling to floor shelves. On one of the middle shelves put electric sockets to plug in your crock pot and all the other appliances you want off your counter.
GOD bless you Amy and your family.but I Love the cold heat is not for me or my husband but you love it .and that's all it matters.
They sell risers, see if you can find some for your tables!
I think a coffee bar like u had at mountain house be nice
Yes we may
Hugs Amy , keep smiling and breath it will be ok it might be easier to do one thing at a time you seem to panic when you multitasking it could be just me but it will get done don't stress out but like I said this is me here I could be reading too much into it .
OK your doing awesome but you can use your grocery bags for your small trash cans I use mine all the time . and you can save money lol
I would leave at least one marker in kitchen. Good to label with…. Also I’m glad to find someone other than myself that doesn’t care for Costco. Also it is too expensive also!
I’m with you!
I never learned to love Costco. Still drive out of my way to go to Sam’s Club.
The people who gripe that your freezer is in your kitchen are the same ones spreading rumors about your marriage and blasting out where you were moving 😂 let the trolls be trolls. Your kitchen looks perfectly fine with that freezer in it, and it doesn't make it look crowded or unworthy. I had to hang shelves in my laundry room and build an entire wall just to have a pantry, and it's not aesthetically pleasing, but it works for us. Let the naysayers deal with their insecurities about a complete stranger's kitchen on their own 😉 you're doing what's best for you and your family ❤❤
❤️ this.
That corner where the freezer is could be a coffee zone.
The white key is a freezer key.
Try googling discount grocery stores near you. I saw a couple not sure how close or how far you are from them.
I absolutely agree about parents being ‘selfish’ about doing things as a couple. Even if it is just your own tv and snack fridge! Lol. Great fun! Parents should have down time without kids. It’s allowed….🎉🎉
it looks like a freezer key
Oh lird you are gonna love Detwiler whatever you do if you go please try the bacon even if you only buy one lb you just have to at least try it it is like no other❤
I'd think that random key looks like a key for th e freezer?
Morning, Amy I need your help! In one of your videos you made subs and made some kind of spread to go on. But I can't find the video or remember the ingredients 🤦help!
Poor boy subs..cream cheese half stick butter blob of mustard and garlic
@@amymaryon Thank you!
I know your like to hang clothes outside. Have you considered those foldable clothes racks.
Where is your other dog
The random key looks like a freezer key
A freezer key
I think that y’all have discount stores where you live you might have to look up salvage stores near you . Hope this help
Thank you
I totally agree with you Amy. Its a working partnership and my husband has always looked after me and the kids and provided well for us so i like to make sure he has good food and everything he needs without being nagged at. We've been together over 30 years which is rare these days. We married young as im only 46 now but im proud of our relationship and children. I respect your ethics Amy ❤
Spray paint the brackets for the shelves. Works great and cheap!
I loved what you said about spending time with your spouse without the kids….we’ve been married for 26 years and that’s so important for a healthy marriage! ❤️
Yes!! We put a small couch and huge TV in our room after sharing one with out 5 kids!😂 We need to get a small fridge, what a great idea 💡
You are right about being satisfied with what you have. I think the fridge in the kitchen is fine too.
Exactly. You don't have to walk as far!
They kept it in thr dining room at the last house, and I don't remember many people criticizing that. I don't get why they do now.
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Because it was not seen as much when filming because it was in DR and not kitchen. 🤷🏼♀️
I love that you don't have the picture perfect home. I feel like it makes you a real person that many can relate to. Makes us Mom's who have a not perfect house feel better about ourselves. You rock❤
I always had my stash for myself that was not my kids- there is nothing wrong with it !! You do you !!😊
I still hide our treats from my eldest son because he says he can’t help himself. I’m just helping him cause I’m a great Mum.
Great advice Amy! That’s your gift - you show how to not sweat the small stuff ☺️
It’s dark outside what time do u get up????
No wonder the kids say that it’s noisey
An outdoor pool cabinet area will be essential in your new life. Trash can, towels, sun screens, pool supplies, pool toys, bbq supplies, etc all in one place to keep organized with a home for all the stuff where you use it.
LOVE the song you chose while you put your nightstands together. Had never heard "Lift Up A Shout Of Praise". So beautiful. Also, LOVE Philippians 2:14 - "Do everything without arguing or complaining." Thank you for reminding us of this truth
You are correct, Costco is more expensive than other warehouse stores. However Costco focuses not only on savings, but also on quality of their products. The food selections are mostly healthier than other "discount" or warehouse stores. I prefer a healthier product that I will pay a little more for, than a cheaper unhealthy selection. If we can all get into the mind set that we do not need to consume large amounts of food to be healthy, just smaller plates with healthier non-processed choices. i think you will come to enjoy Costco eventually.
I love that Greg always tells you things he will do for you. That shows his love.
EVERYTHING is more expensive in Florida. Detweiller's is wonderful and I think you'll like it.
I love your opening. :) Excellent reminder to live gratefully instead of complaining. ❤❤❤
You and your husband absolutely have the right to keep food for yourselves. Anyone who watches your channel knows how much you love your family and provide lots of food for them. Sorry you don’t like Costco, I personally love them. But I have friends who prefer Sam’s. It’s about a 50/50 split. We accompany each other to our specific stores sometimes. It’s fun and we usually find some type of good deals at both. 😂
Good morning Amy please pray for my son he's had a bad medical report and needs healing am headed your way to attend a doctor's appointment with him will be thankful for any and all prayers God bless this wonderful community you have built with God grace have a blessed day❤
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Praying for God to heal your son and give you comfort 🙏🏻😇
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My husband & I hide snacks from our kids too.. It’s not a crime, the kids have plenty of snacks.. Oh to be a perfect parent 😂
Lol 🤣 we laugh so much about those comments it's quite comical
ok seriously Amy, I really don't get why your freezer would bother some viewers? lol...I can't believe that viewers would even have the audacity to say it bothers them !! anyways who cares??? lol, Its your house, and if it doesn't bother you then thats all that matters...I think some viewers are too demanding in my opinion :) I for one, appreciate all your hard work producing fun, entertaining daily videos...and your freezer does NOT bother me in the least....
The white key you said looks like it’s for something specific is a key I believe that goes to your freezer. It looks like one we had. I really enjoy watching your videos. Thank you for sharing!
We have a white key thing like that. It does go to our freezer. 😊
Why almost every vlog are there people who are buzzkill? It's your castle, do what you want. You're not being selfish.
Absolutely love your attitude about not complaining. That’s so important to remember.
Hi Amy,have you ever heard of rain X,it’s for car windows,it stops the streaks or blotches,I use it on my shower glass and you can skip cleaning the glass for a month.Or less if shower is a busy area
Thank you Amy for the reminder to be grateful and to make do with what we have!
I had to giggle when you said, "Yes, I'm still pulling feathers...". I can so relate! 😊 Love your videos. It is a good start to my day. Coffee with Amy! ❤️
Please don't feel you need to explain anything, some people are all to ready to pass comments but really need to look at themselves first .
I love Costco for bulk whole foods. We steer clear of all the prepared food usually. We get coffee, sugar, Cheerios, flour, canned foods, rice, quinoa, oils, butter, milk.
For your sink, get a small rectangle water tub half the width of your sink. Wash dishes in tub, rinse on other side. It can save you time and water so you don't have to fill entire sink.
There is a trader Joe's and sprouts farmers market and smart shoppers discount grocery..
We moved into a smaller home. I used an extra bedroom closet for a second pantry. It’s just me and my husband but we make sure both of our grown sons can come over and get what they need. The pandemic has taught us to prepare better. Being prepared is better than pretty.
Did the same thing.
Definitely can use the word about complaining , thank you for speaking that into our lives. I do get so depressed seeing what others have and I forget to be content with what the Lord has given me.
Love your kitchen, especially the color of the cabinets
Good morning Amy i like everything your doing love your new house . Amy just want to ask how is your Dad doing & will he ever come Vist you all ? Love from New Jersey
@amymaryon Good on ya Chica! Way to stand up for yourself! My only suggestion.... With as much as you bake.... A countertop with cabinets in the corner where your freezer is....would consolidate all your baking pans/mixers in one place ❤️ Then you could have upper open shelves with your baking supplies ❤️
Yes I've been thinking that
I love your new house. The kitchen is to die for. ❤️. One option you might like when you move the freezer out is to put a cabinet there and turn it into a coffee bar / slushy station. If it had lower shelves it could store things like your crockpot, etc.
Hi Amy. It's me here in Detroit. I haven't gone anywhere, still following you. I just had a lot going on. But now let's get down to business. I love the way you make your house a home. Everyone has an opinion but it's how they want it, but it's your home. And the majority of us feel we're there with you because it is a home. Keep doing what you're doing. Still with you enjoy what you have.
Thank you ❤️
I look forward to your videos so much. You're so peaceful and such a beautiful individual that watching and listening to you is so calming ti me.. Thank you for sharing your life with us and taking us on this journey.. Much love ❤️
Thank you for watching our journey
Morning, Idea, Have shelves build where freezer is and a island on wheels to use when you cook? when not in use roll over to the window? Just a thought. 😁
That freezer in the kitchen would be the least of my worries, I think it’s rather convenient, it’s not a toilet for peat sakes lol. Once you have all your pictures and decor up you won’t have that echoing, it all takes time.Amy that empty cupboard, is it big enough for your big stainless steal bowls? They’re so bulky and take up valuable cupboard space, just a thought. I love that you put all your canned goods in that closet, good choice!
Smiling...I agree...I will see if it fits there today. Thank you. Love ideas
Good morning! Great video Amy.
But you can get a refund on your Costco membership at anytime. If you aren’t satisfied at all with them. But I do agree that they are expensive
I think the prices at Costco vary. The rotisserie chicken is a good price, the romaine lettuce is a good price, butter is often cheaper in bulk there. The clothes are good quality and I think are worth it for that alone. They have a cut of steak called flap steak, not flank. The organic ground beef is really good and well priced. That is really good and it's the only place that I've found it. Vitamins and non-prescription medication are also priced well there.
Hi Amy, I was curious and googled food discount stores in Florida. I don't know what city you are in but they do have some discount stores. They call them liquidation stores. So check it out if you want. Take care.
Thank you
All parents hide food, as long as they eat their good. I still do a my youngest is 30
Amy hi you really don’t need to justify what you have done. I think the way you’ve done it is so workable for your family. Don’t feel you need to do what the comments suggest. Your kitchen your way !
I never do..we just smile about them ..we really do ❣️ some are helpful and we use them and others we just joke about because it is comical ❤️
It is so fun for me that you have moved down here and everything around here is so new for you😊. Detwiler’s is great! If you and the hubby ever want to have a day date and go to lunch, stop by Riviera Dunes Marina and eat at the restaurant there (inside and outside options)…I am the office manager at the marina office there….it would totally make my day if you stopped in the marina office and said hello!
I'll mark it on our to do list thank you
You love your corn nuts so I think you need to put some in your office because momma needs a snack when she’s editing lol. That white key you found looks just like my freezer key
Lol 🤣
Amy I live in Alabama and we do a lot of ice cream and alittle soda
Hi Amy,
Had to wait to find a quite time to sit and watch your video without interruptions.
I think it’s great that you went back and organized the kitchen where it’s more comfortable for you to work in…not saying you may tweak it again but it’s more to your liken
You did a lot so far without realizing it. I can appreciate all that you did and are going to do.
Thanks so much for sharing with us and especially todays Psalm. 🙏
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Have a beautiful and blessed day.😊
Thanks Kathy. It was a long one today...i get busy doing stuff and realize there is a long video at the end of the day ❤️ have a wonderful day 💞
A great sitting area would be fun in that corner ❤
We live in a very small house by the sea 🌊 i bake and cook from scratch in a tiny kitchen and i mean tiny! One draw 3 cupboards...no worktop room hardly but i have everything i need and is super practical for our family.I love your kitchen its beautiful and suits you and your family!
Suggestion for that laundry cabinet in your closet: Take that wire rack out and use it for extra shoe storage.
Yes good idea
My morning is always so much better when I start off with you Amy . So glad your getting all the organizing and finding places to put all your stuff . It's amazing the amount of stuff we all end up storing and saving for another day .
Happy birthday Jayden .
Hope you had a great day it sounds like you did . Y'all have a fantastic I mean fantastic rest of the day .
Looking forward to tomorrow morning with a new video . Thanks Amy .
You need a tub thats half the size of your sink from the dollar store to put in your sink to wash dishes. That way you can use half the sink to rinse. I use one and its handy.
The freezer in your kitchen never looked out of place in NC, nor here. You make it work for your needs. I'm with you on Costco, which has some great stuff, but is a little pricey. Your home is coming together nicely, and I'm so glad you have your happy place, the pool!
Absolutely love the organizing you have done and the end tables in your room . Food looks awesome and love the music in. Back ground🎉
Amen thanking me for saying that cuz a lot of people is not happy with what they have and you got to thank God for what you haven't where you at at that moment and I love your house and do what you're doing in your house and I'm in love with your kitchen and your everything is right there for you you don't have to go anywhere else in the house to get it so I love it I love your freezer in the kitchen my freezer is in my dining room I'm in a small one-bedroom I don't care I love it is mine thank you for keeping you😊❤
Don't apologize for having a house that is more practical than pintrest, that's why I watch your channel. It's real, you're real.
Agreed. Keep it real as life happens. I respect people more for not putting on airs. Be yourself as you should be. I'm happy watching you and your family. Thank you for letting us see part of your life.🙏
@amymaryon For the sand issue out by the pool.... By the door, facing the pool..... Put a terry cloth rug. That way everyone can wipe their feet before they come inside ❤️
Yes i need one
@@amymaryon ❤️
As my Mam, may she rest in peace, always said, "be thankful for small mercies". You're perfectly right, we CAN make do, be resourceful, make the best of things & situations. Haven't had a chance yet to watch all the video, but a belated HAPPY BIRTHDAY to JANE! Hope she had a lovely day. In Irish, Jane becomes "Sinéad", pronounced SHIN AID.
Your videos make me calm and happy.🙂
I miss the house in the mountains, it was so beautiful and your kitchen was perfect, so very cozy it was
The odd shaped little white thing is a FREEZER KEY I think. Ours is the exact same shape. Loved the video happy week!
In Michigan we had the good A&W root beer. My dad would go to the A&W and get us a gallon of root beer. It was the best.
That weird white key looks like a freezer key. Also the tool under your sink is for the garbage disposal in case it gets jammed. there is a place underneath to use the tool to manually turn it.
As you accumulate and build new pieces, write on the parts you have to keep with a fine point sharpie like the little white plastic key in the drawer so you don't forget what they're for ❤
I used my vents lights, in fact left them on all the time, and noticed how *hot* they had become. I shut them off and have never been able to turn them on again. I think at the time they were halogen lights - which do run hot, versus LED which are cool and use minimal electricity. If your vents lights are halogen, I would not use them for all around lighting all day because of the experience I had. I have had an electrician / appliance professional look at the lighting, and while the vent still works, they told me they could not fix the lighting harness. Feel like I need a whole new hood because of it.