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Things that Bring Joy in my Home

Wednesday, 7 October 2015

Apart from Rev T and the Tubblet as that goes almost without saying!  

Our house belongs to the church where Rev T serves, but although it's only a borrow, it still feels like ours. We love this temporary home.  Here are some of the things here that bring me the most joy.  

Pets

We love animals and like having pets so having an animal around makes it feel like home.  We have two gerbils, Sparkle and Storm.  They are very mischievous, rather messy and we love them. Pets reduce stress and anxiety.  They also make us happier and calmer.  Having these two ladies around is wonderful.


Candles

I like the house to smell good.  We buy huge candles that are burnt regularly to keep things smelling fresh.  There is some disagreement over what scents are best.  Rev T likes Christmasy, cinnamon smells whilst I prefer florals or linen.  


Food

A fully stocked larder (aka the kitchen cupboard and the fridge) is a privilege and a joy.  We try to shop local and seasonal.  We cook from fresh and try to eat healthily.  


Books

I love books and love seeing them around.  I always check for book cases when visiting.  (And I try not to judge).  Rev T's study is packed with theology books.  (I like seeing them, I've never felt the urge to read one!)

Lego

Rev T and the Tubblet love Lego so there is always lots of it around.  Rev T tends to collect  Star Wars sets that he builds and displays.  The Tubblet builds, takes apart and then creates something else.

Lego


Art and other things

Over the years we've been given some lovely things - pictures, carvings, embroidery - by friends and family.  These things remind us of the wonderful people who share our lives.  We've also picked up items on our travels that remind us of great holidays in magical places.

Doves of peace


What things bring you joy at home?


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24 comments

  1. Becky7 October 2015 at 13:57

    I love candles too - if I want to give my rooms a makeover, I go buy candles and cushions! I just love making the house feel all cosy - your home is not a building - it's who you share it with and how you live in it which makes a house a home :) #bestandworst

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    1. Tubbs7 October 2015 at 22:07

      So true! It's the people that make Iit. Thank you for commenting and have a lovely week

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  2. Jennifer Wolfe7 October 2015 at 14:53

    Candles, flowers, books, my family, my dog...I love the scent of baking bread, snuggly blankets and photos of my daughter who is away at college. My home is my refuge - sounds like yours is, too! ps- I miss the Lego days!

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    1. Tubbs7 October 2015 at 22:08

      Sounds wonderful. Enjoy!

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  3. Anonymous7 October 2015 at 15:34

    We love fresh flowers and scented candles...they bring a lot of joy to our household x we totally agree that pets reduce stress and anxiety, we have one cat and he brings us so much love x #Sharewithme

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    1. Tubbs7 October 2015 at 22:09

      We'd love a cat, but not with gerbils. Thank you for commenting

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  4. Lisa19707 October 2015 at 17:23

    Your home looks filled with lovely things and mine has similar favourites though candle scent depends on time of year :)

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    1. Tubbs7 October 2015 at 22:10

      Thank you :). Feel free to share yours, I love nosing round other people's houses

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  5. Unknown7 October 2015 at 22:37

    This is a lovely post. I am afraid that I am going to have to side with Rev T on the scents - Christmassy/cinnamon all the way. Even in July. Beautiful colours in that picture. #MMWBH

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    1. Tubbs9 October 2015 at 18:54

      You're both wrong about the candles ;) I love that picture, it's one of my favourites :) Thank you for commenting and have a lovely week

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  6. Anonymous10 October 2015 at 12:44

    Things you love really make a house a home don't they? You've reminded me I need to unpack more from our house move 9 months ago! #difflinky

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    1. Tubbs10 October 2015 at 17:48

      We still have some pictures to put up and we've been here 5 years! Thank you for commenting :)

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  7. Coombe Mill - Fiona10 October 2015 at 22:52

    Sparkle and Storm are so cute! #KCACOLS

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    1. Tubbs11 October 2015 at 21:19

      They are! They're also very messy :) Thank you for commenting

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  8. A Moment With Franca11 October 2015 at 18:15

    I love this post! It is so nice to read about the things that you like to have around your house!! It says a lot about the person and I like you even more!! ;-) I have a Persian cat that is my only little boy. We love him a lot. My house wouldn't be the same without him! I love candles too. I have lots of books at home but specially law books (yes I know boring! LOL). I like that you have your cupboard full of fresh and seasonal food. So nice!! We also have lots of lego around the house. Bella loves it! I love that painting! Lots of colours!! My mum also has a beautiful collection of paintings. That one for some reason reminded me one of them!! Lovely post!! Thank you so much for linking up with me at #KCACOLS. I would love to see you again next week!! :-) x
    http://www.amomentwithfranca.com/

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    1. Tubbs11 October 2015 at 21:22

      Thank you so much for the lovely comment and for hosting #kcacols. Have a wonderful week and see you next Sunday

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  9. Helen - Blogging Beautifully12 October 2015 at 15:13

    What a lovely post! Ahh your gerbils are too cute :-) Lots of things in the home bring me joy, I also love the smell of candles, I like fresh scents, my 2 kitties, my children, the bottom of the laundry basket and freshly baked bread, mmmm mmmm! Thanks for linking up to the #bestandworst see you soon! x

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    1. Tubbs15 October 2015 at 12:02

      Freshly baked bread ... Mmmmm! Bread .... Er ... Thank you for the lovely comment and for hosting each week :)

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  10. Debs @ Super Busy Mum14 October 2015 at 11:34

    Candles for me are a total weakness too! I have LOADS! haha! Thanks so much for linking up! #MMWBH

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    1. Tubbs15 October 2015 at 12:02

      Thank you for hosting each week :)

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  11. Mommy's Little Princesses14 October 2015 at 12:57

    Oh how lovely and homey does your house sound. I love candles and books too there is just something about them.xx

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    1. Tubbs15 October 2015 at 12:03

      They are wonderful. Thank you for the lovely comment :)

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  12. Let's Talk Mommy14 October 2015 at 14:45

    Always good to look on the joyful side of life. What a lovely home and post hun. Thank you so much for linking up to Share With Me. I appreciate the linky loyalty and always look forward to seeing you again at SWM. #sharewithme

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    1. Tubbs15 October 2015 at 12:03

      Thank you for hosting each week. I am always amazed that you never leave a link behind :)

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