I'm not sure why, but the first image brings to mind my favorite childhood board game, Clue. "Cononel Mustard did it in the pantry with the candlestick." Perhaps I need therapy, but that's another post. Hey, what happens in the pantry, stays in the pantry. I envision a hostess with frayed nerves, escaping her annoying mother in law, by temporarily hiding in the pantry, and indulging in a glass of liquid courage. I picture scandalous romps between caterers that can't keep their hands off one another, and groups of children sneaking in on a dare, to steal desserts before dinner
I always thought I wanted a pantry, but upon further reflection, I admitted that I can't even keep my own kitchen cabinets organized. There I stand about once every six months, on a kitchen chair, opening old boxes of cereal and bravely sampling stale Cheerios to see if they need tossing. I think I have some spices that have moved to four different houses. Not good.
So, I guess the moral of this story is if you think you want something, think again. A bigger house requires more upkeep and more financial stress. A relationship requires compromise - Are you willing to give that at this time? That big job in the city requires long hours and a blackberry that can't be shut off. Is there something you thought you wanted only to find out it wasn't all it was cracked up to be?
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ReplyDeleteDo you know they've gotten rid of Colonel Mustard? It's a travesty!
ReplyDeleteWhat??? It is!!! I'm boycotting it.
DeleteNo bigger house desires for me....in fact a cute little bungalow or trendy condo would be just fin these days. I am completely into cozy with no places for melt downs or murders!!
ReplyDeleteIts been so long since I have played that game! I loved it growing up. I keep questioning things in my head too as we plan our new (and larger) home. Some days I think we are crazy, others I can't wait to get it started. -Tonya
ReplyDeleteSo true. You have to weigh the pros and cons. Sometimes, such as a relationship, you can't predict. Beautiful home but it wouldn't be for me. I like warm and cozy.
ReplyDeleteYeah, the kinds of houses with pantries require maids. And the dinner parties require caterers. It's the only way I'd have a bigger house, lol!
ReplyDeleteOn house size - I just want want a kitchen with enough cabinet space for all my gadgets, a room for my books, and a decent-sized bathroom; cozy spaces appeal to me most.
ReplyDeleteSpeaking of pantries, something happened the other day that made me realize how fast time really does fly. My daughter and a friend were out late, and when they came in (a little tipsy) they were heating up some leftover pizza. I heard them rummaging around downstairs and joined them. My daughter pulled an UNOPENED bottle of ranch dressing from my pantry and peered at it owlishly. "This is a weird color" she commented, then turned it over to check the expiration date. "NOV 2007" she shouted. We all just about fell on the floor laughing! I had toted that thing (apparently ALREADY expired) from the pantry in my old house and it had been sitting in THIS house for 4 years! You know, when you look in your pantry, you see unopened things and you just assume they're still good. Needless to say, I went through through the pantry, and tossed about half the stuff in it - it was hilarious how old some of the stuff I found was!
I know that they are SO much trouble, but the first image is breathtaking! Gorgeous images, Debby.
ReplyDeleteLaughing at your description of cleaning out the cabinets. On the money.
Happy Tuesday.
Teresa
xoxo
Yes its true the more you have the more is required to keep up with it all. But truthfully if you really love it its a total labor of love. The minute it feels like a chore, its time to take stock of your life and figure out how you can minimize the stress and burden. I love butler pantries, they are cozy and so pretty......they do come in handy (more room to store more "stuff")! Beautiful pictures!
ReplyDeleteI totally love that game & I always had to be Miss Scarlet!!
ReplyDeleteHave a fab Tuesday Hun xoxo
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Oooh! I'm still all for the pantry (is that because I'm English?) That first image is divine :-)
ReplyDeleteHope you are well Sweets x
LOL... your description of checking the cereal, is a scene done here - Hubby - is like a little boy and each time he goes to groceries - a new cereal finds its way into the cart ... open at home and 1 or 2 bowls eaten... then it waits to be chucked.
ReplyDeleteI'm a huge fab of pantries. We do have one for entertaining and tea items and we managed to have space for a small one in laundry area to store linens (bedding, towels and tablecloths). The first photo is brilliant - ours are not as fancy. Though I completely understand what you are saying ... we are currently debating on whether to proceed with the full addition planned, now that we have finished what was originally meant to be a guest area.
Wishing you a fabulous day! xo C. (HHL)
Cute post and a pantry photo 'to die for'! A proper place for a meltdown and some liquid courage:)) I've always wanted a pantry and the little beach cottage had one...until I had to use it to house the stackable washer/dryer. It serves me well! xo Roberta
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ReplyDeleteI loved the game of Clue, OMG, I didn't know they got rid of Colonel Mustard.
I used to wish for a larger house, we never got around to adding on to this one and now I'm so happy, it's just the right size. I confess, I've always wanted a walk in pantry.
Karen at Garden, Home and Party
Thank you , Debby…you just made life real!!! LOVE THIS POST!!! We all do this…we all taste Old Cheerios…but do we all take into consideration the effects "new cheerios" might have on us? I never did until a few years ago when I realized that everything I ever wanted was really right here and I needed to quit looking for what I thought was bigger and better! You really hit the nail on the head with this one! ( but….I sure do love a butler's pantry…and you made it sound so much more interesting than normal! LOL!)
ReplyDeleteI've found marriage isn't at all what I imagined...but I digress! Great pictures per usual.
ReplyDeleteWhoa! The first pic really grabbed me! If I had that pantry, I would spend a lot of time in it,,,,,,,,,,,,just feeling good! Total agreement on the job and the Blackberry, and don't miss it!
ReplyDeleteEverything in life seems to be different than we thought it would be but I guess that's the fun of it! x
ReplyDeleteDebby, Love the game of clue. We have an old version that still has Colonel Mustard. I too was always Miss Scarlet. Love the first picture, I always wanted a butlers pantry. But sad but true bigger homes, more money, more upkeep and help needed. I have all I want but sure is fun to dream. Judy
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