We have farmland in Alabama. The property has been in the Poole family for generations. It is the place where our family can meet and spend time together. We have built a lodge that will sleep 14, so we usually have room for everybody during the holidays and other special events. The property also includes an old barn, well house, fire pit, pastures, ponds and trails. The old original house is still on the property, as well. In the above picture, the original house is shown on the far right.
This house was the home of Kirby and Jewell Poole for their entire married life...1945-1989. They raised 3 children here, the oldest of which was my husband, Jim. It was built by Claude Poole, Kirby's father in the late 1930's. There are wooden pegs and shiplap galore throughout the house and we have tried to keep it as authentic as possible. Of course, the house is very dear to us, so we try to take very good care of it.
So today, I am posting some pictures of Grandma and Grandpa's house and a tiny little watercolor I painted of it over 25 years ago. The overall property has changed a lot since then, but the old house sits in the same spot as happy as can be.
This is the watercolor I painted as a Christmas gift for Grandma the year after Grandpa passed away. 1990~
So this is Grandma and Grandpa's house...
This dear little home has been blessed with the laughter of children, the
warmth of a close family, hope for the future and memories of the past. Thanks for visiting.
I loved sharing with you...looking forward to hearing from you!
See you on Wednesday, Carole
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