One Year Together And Presents For You!
Dear Daisy Cottage,
Not only did my dream come true when we found you, but you have been everything that I could ever hope for in a home. I have felt welcomed from the very first time that we stepped over your worn threshold. You have been the loving haven that I knew you would be. Your gently creaking floors with the slope that has now become endearing, discreetly remind us that we are not the first family to call you "home". I often wonder about Zoe, your very first lady, and what she was like in 1922. Was she as happy here, when you were newly built and everything was brand new? Were you her dream home too? Did she layer your walls with wallpaper and decorate you from head to toe? Did she prefer soft, sweet hues and furnishings, or have a passion for color like me? Did she miss her children as they left her nest and the safety of your shelter? Did you protect her as she weathered the storms in her life, over the 40 years that she called you home? Somehow I feel, no, I know, that you did. She was able to be with you for such a long time. Oh the joys and tender moments she must have celebrated under your roof! I am so glad that you were here for her, her family, and the other families that have called you home since your birth. Thank you dear house for accepting OUR family and never making us feel like we don't belong to you. Thank you for responding to our whims and whimsy with patience and strength. Thank you for sitting here on our street, proudly waiting for us to return whenever we leave you behind. Most of all, thank you dear Daisy Cottage, for allowing ME to share YOU with our guests for the past year with my blog. They have so sweetly arrived on your porch from near and far, and have always been kind and gracious. Each and every one. They are our true treasures, they are our friends, and they will always be a part of you and me and our little Daisy Cottage family. Thank you, my dream come true, and you know how much I love you!
Kim 9/19/07 ********************************************************************************************
Well, can you believe that it has been ONE year, today, that we've been together, you and I? I remember my very first post and how I really didn't have a clue as to what I was doing. I hit the "save" button and didn't think that anyone would really stop by. And then I remember how exciting it was when Carolyn visited two days later and left a comment! Wow! How did she find me, I wondered? I knocked on her lovely Willow House door and as they say, the rest is history. I wandered into this amazing world of blogging and have been traveling down its' welcoming path ever since! I've met you along the way and I think you know by now, how much you all mean to me! So to celebrate, I will box these things up that I have really loved, and GIVE THEM AWAY to one of you who leaves me a comment (even if it is your first time to do so) by midnight this Saturday, Eastern time. Why? Because I love YOU too. :-) Presents for YOU... I visited my friend, Angie's "Vintage,Inc" yesterday to go shopping for a little something extra to give you and found this old, wooden red tray... I think you'll love it AND do you remember this red tray? I'm giving it away too. See how much you mean to me? ;-) (((((Thank you ALL very much for a wonderful year - you are the BEST))))) 
Kim you are an amazing writer. I don't feel like I am visiting just a blog when I stop by, I feel like I am sitting down to have tea with an dear friend.
Your writing is just as beautiful as the love you give Daisy Cottage. Thanks for letting me be a part of it every day.
Posted by: Gina | September 19, 2007 at 07:58 AM
Let me be the first to say..........
Happy Anniversary!!!!
What a wonderful way to celebrate!! With all of us..... your Blogging Family.
Have a Blessed Day and many more Happy Anniversaries to you in your Daisy Dream Come True Cottage!!
Posted by: Sharron | September 19, 2007 at 08:00 AM
Congrats on your one year anniversary! I just love visiting here and seeing all the pictures of your lovely Daisy Cottage.
Posted by: TinaTx | September 19, 2007 at 08:00 AM
Happy Anniversary :) Here's to many more!
I enjoy reading Daisy Cottage very much! Your
blog often brings a smile to my face :)
Dana
d07@goldingers.com
Posted by: Dana | September 19, 2007 at 08:02 AM
What a wonderful way to start my day! Congratulations! You were my first blogger to read! You are the reason I'm a blogger! How neat is that! Your the best...at the top in my eyes! LOVEYOU AND DAISY COTTAGE!
Posted by: tina | September 19, 2007 at 08:06 AM
Happy Anniversary, Kim! What a wonderful year this has been! Thank you for being such a kind and generous hostess and for welcoming us so warmly into your home.
Posted by: Terri | September 19, 2007 at 08:06 AM
Aren't you sweet...your blog is one I must read. It's one of my favorites.
Posted by: Jennifer | September 19, 2007 at 08:11 AM
Congratulations on your anniversary! I so love to read your blog -- the pictures of your home that you share are so amazing and inviting! You seem to make each reader feel like a close personal friend. Thanks for all the inspiration!
Posted by: Kari C. | September 19, 2007 at 08:11 AM
Good Morning Kim and Daisy Cottage:)
Happy Anniversary! and what a joy it is to come and visit your sweet dream cottage each am as I sip my coffee and start the day.
I treasure your friendship, your kindness, and the open door to a place where I feel sincerely welcomed each day. Thank you for sharing with all of us:)
Hugs,
Debbie L.
Posted by: Debbie L. | September 19, 2007 at 08:14 AM
Thank you so much for your blog. It adds a bright spot to my day!
Debbie
Posted by: Debbie | September 19, 2007 at 08:17 AM
Happy Birthday! I found you via Carolyn too and I love stopping by Daisy Cottage for a peak and a rest. I raise my teacup to you and hope you continue for another year!
Posted by: Gemma | September 19, 2007 at 08:18 AM
Congratulations, Kim. I know my day is not the same when I don't read a post from you. You were my first blog that I found......and, you inspired me to be brave and start my own. You are a joy and I hope you stay with us for many more years to come :<)
Posted by: Rosie | September 19, 2007 at 08:20 AM
Wow, Kim...I just kept scrolling and scrolling! I can't believe you are giving all that away to some lucky someone! I have enjoyed your blog so much. I love the pictures of your house and your upbeat posts. Thank you so much!
Posted by: laurel sauls | September 19, 2007 at 08:23 AM
Happy Blog Anniversary, Kim. I had no idea about blogs until you started yours!
I remember when you were naming Daisy Cottage and what fun I've had watching you work your magic, with her.
Thank you for leading my way to blogging. What great fun it is!
Beautiful giveaways!
Pat
Posted by: Pat | September 19, 2007 at 08:24 AM
Yours was one of the very first blogs I started reading, my first *decorating/house* type blog! I love stopping by here each day and am always anxious for a new post. Love, love, LOVE your warmth and kindess and thank you for sharing your wonderful home with us.
Happy 1 year!!
tina
Posted by: tinam61 | September 19, 2007 at 08:27 AM
Happy blogoversary HAPPY BLOGOVERSARY HAPPY bLogoVersary HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAPY blogoversary!
your place is a favorite...actually I find myself wandering over here a LOT and am glad I met you ms daisy cottage:) xoxox
Posted by: mgm | September 19, 2007 at 08:28 AM
Kim,
Congratulations on your first anniversary! Your blog is such a lovely part of my day. I hope you continue to write here -- and to share your dear Daisy Cottage with us -- for many years to come!
Melissa C.
Posted by: Melissa C. | September 19, 2007 at 08:29 AM
Kim, yours was one of the first blogs I ever saw and I was so enchanted by Daisy Cottage that I immediately wanted to enter this blogging world and I did! So Daisy cottage was an inspiration to me and continues to be a daily stop for inspiration and eye candy. Your blog is a day brightener, and whether I win a giveaway from Daisy Cottage or not, I will continue to stop in and visit. Thanks for sharing your lovely home and ideas with us:>)
Posted by: Kathleen Grace | September 19, 2007 at 08:31 AM
Happy Anniversary!
Your's in the second blog I stop by each day! I can never wait to see what wonderful things you post!
Posted by: Steph | September 19, 2007 at 08:36 AM
Kim,
Congratulations on your anniversary! You are a true inspiration to so many, and I love visiting your warm and friendly daisy cottage. Have a blessed day!
Posted by: Amy Gentry | September 19, 2007 at 08:37 AM
I love reading and "looking at" your blog! The pictures are absolutely wonderful and in my dreams! Thanks for sharing!
Teri in CO
Posted by: Teri H | September 19, 2007 at 08:40 AM
Congratulations on your blogiversary! I enjoy your site so much and am de-lurking to enter your contest!
Posted by: tara | September 19, 2007 at 08:48 AM
Happy Anniversary!
I recently celebrated my blog's one year anniversary, too. Gosh time has gone SO fast.
I love your blog and I'm always happy to see a new post.
Posted by: Brenda@Coffee Tea Books and Me | September 19, 2007 at 08:49 AM
Happy Blogiversary, Kim! I love your little Daisy Cottage and always enjoy the time I spend here! Looking forward to much more!
Posted by: Melis | September 19, 2007 at 08:50 AM
Happy 1st Anniversary Kim & sweet little Daisy Cottage. A year hey? Wow, I hope I can grow with my blog the way you have with yours. It's truly a delight to stop by here every day and share in your daily daisy doings! Congratulations sweetie!
Posted by: Amanda (aka Cottage Contessa) | September 19, 2007 at 08:51 AM