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HGTV Green Home 2010 Location Revealed
I cannot wait any longer — at long last, the HGTV Green Home 2010 location. You folks are just too skilled at cracking clues. Enjoy!
I cannot wait any longer — at long last, the HGTV Green Home 2010 location. You folks are just too skilled at cracking clues. Enjoy!
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Good sleuthing bloggers. You even picked the right development. Now can we find out more about the green features?
Alright!! Show Me The Green-looks like you were the one that started the directions to Plymouth!!! Alright! ^5
Now what do I do with my time since we have no clues??? Keep in touch y’all! Woo-Hoo! Massachusetts-New England!! Way to go HGTV!
Any word on the New Super Fan yet???
Since Sir Humphrey sailed FROM Plymouth, England, and the 99 pilgrims landed (years later) IN Plymouth, MA, could there be a definite Plymouth connection in MARY’s clues?
Show Me The Green on July 6, 2009 at 11:18 am
YEAH!!!!!! I’M SO EXCITED!!! I knew that it was MASSACHUSETTS ALL ALONG—- The Cranberries— Maine Lobster— History of the Mayflower— it all added up!!!!!
It’s about a 2 1/2 hour drive from Boston— and this again is “Primo” Property! Maybe I’ll move from the “Cape” in Florida— to the “Cape” in Mass.—- I’d only wish!!!!
THANKS HGTV!!! THANKS JACK THOMASSON!!! THANKS MARY!!!!
Diana
Dear Mary= PLEASE— Keep this Blog up— so that:
1. We can all keep up with all of the details– like HGTV is doing now with the New Mexico DH
2. So that all of the bloggers can keep in touch
3. For me; I’ll be (dreamin’) more for the Green Home— can’t help it– I’m an East Coast Girl
I LOVE HGTV—- and this is the BEST BLOG ever!!! I’m not just saying that— I really, sincerely mean that— all you guys are great!!! Love Ya!!!!
Diana
Well, we can keep blogging history lessons, so much of it in that area. But that’s one area I won’t consider moving back to – getting stuck in a snowdrift during the blizzard of ‘78 was enough to make me know that when I left New England, I would only go back to visit. Nice place to grow up, but way too cold for me. I’m looking forward to how to green for cold weather, not just their summer “heat”.
And GlennNYC got the place where the 2011 Green House will be built..Show Me the Green and GlennNYC-HGTV should give you both a trophy for being “The Greatest Detectives on the 2011 Green Home” or at a Lobster Dinner with 99 guests *laughing* ..hint hint..
They both did GREAT WORK!!
I wonder what CATHY MAINE(IAC) will be doing tonight? Probably having a LOBSTER, LOBSTER BISQUE, CLAMS, CLAM CHOWDER, and Samual Adams Beer CELEBRATION =CELEBRATION=CELEBRATION PARTY, huh?
1. have to add= CATHY was right, way back when before the New Mexico home was announced , when she read how Linda Woodrum (HGTV) was working on a “project” in Cape Cod!
2. and GLENN NYC= you must be good at playing darts!! Very Good! So, it’s the PINEHILLS community— looks so nice
I’m just so excited!!!!!!!!
Diana
Yes! Yes! Yes!!
Thank you Jack & thank you HGTV for picking the most ideal place yet (other than Sonoma’s 2009 Dream Home)!! I love Plymouth, Massachusetts….and, from what I am seeing, love the design of the home picked for next year’s Gream Home!!
This is so patriotic…the Homestead of the Mayflower Pilgrims!! The back Roads of the South Shore is a collaborative project of thirteen leading historic sites in eight towns along the south shore of Massachusetts. What a wonderful group of historic gems and HGTV is going to celebrate the heritage and spirit of the region by building the GH2010 at Plymouth. This is insanely wonderful!!
Just the thought of visiting the art galleries right in the heart of downtown Plymouth! Shopping for fine crafts by New England artisans…what could be more inviting? Well, how about a casual Italian dinner with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere….Bertucci’s!! Yes!! Can’t think of a better get away in Plymouth for a meeting place for all the bloggers to enjoy a brick oven pizza together & toast the Gream Home Winner for 2010!! Then stroll around the downtown Plymouth Waterfront to enjoy all the festivities!!
Thank you again HGTV for picking America’s Heartland for the GH2010!! It’s totally devine!!! And, Plymouth is so much more than the pilgrim voyage, it is a diverse and unique community.
Diana looks like your next vacation (or maybe move??) will be farther up the coast. I agree with you on prefering east coast to west (although that’s just my warmer water desires). Since all GH’s have been on the east coast, think 2011 can be even warmer like one of the US islands? That would be exciting but doubtful.
Who has a favorite recipe for Boston Baked Beans, Boston Cream Pie & for you non-veggies NE clam chowder and clamcakes? Better start getting used to the regional cuisine.
KAT= I don’t have a recipe for clam chowder, but in my (Bon Appetit) magazine this month— my Dad pointed out that there’s a recipe for MUSSELS BISQUE.
It’s like (Lobster Bisque,) but replacing mussels instead— it’s less expensive. I’m going out in a little bit— TOMORROW, I’ll scan it and post it. It does look good
Diana
Cindy-are you thinking about house 2011? Are you going that far?
2010 will be in Massachusetts. Looks good. Cape Cod is very nice in summer. I never went there in winter…..
Kat,
I absolutely agree with you, warmer climate!
I wish for 2011 to be in some warmer climate, near ocean, but in higher level….ah….dreams
I think it is nice location. Cannot wait to see it.
Hi,
Editor Mary here. Just wanted to clarify. Plymouth is only 45 minutes from Boston. Even more reason to celebrate!
Thank you Jack and Mary for announcing the location so quickly! It was fun trying to guess what each clue meant, but I am so very happy that you have chosen Massachusetts. This location is truly going to be the best ever! I have never been more excited about a Green/Dream Home yet. I can’t wait to see and hear more about the 2010 Green Home.
GlennNYC….It is Pinehills!!! Great work!!! I love the house, the deck and another awesome community!!!
DEAR MARY= THANKS!!!! YES, REASON TO CELEBRATE!!!!! I mean that, HGTV Never Surprises me—- I JUST LOVE HGTV!!! And the “posting” of your blogs as Senior Editor are do much Fun!!! Some people are into “twittering”– they don’t know what they are missing, LOL LOL
And this is without a doubt—- “Desirable Property”— As they always say, LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!!!
The reason why I thought 2 hours— is because I did call the (Mass. Audubon Society yesterday) — kind of did it on a “dare”. That location, she said, was 2 hours from Boston— but I don’t know the map of Mass., obviously.
I’ll tell you all about it tomorrow—have to go out for the day. I’ll say, the person that I spoke to was so Nice. I bet it’s a great community with some great people. I know that it’ll be a nice place to live.
Diana
Good morning everyone! How exciting is this! Thanks MARY and JACK for the announcement! Here is the announcement I found online:
HGTV will build its third annual “green” home in The Pinehills, an innovative master-planned community located in Plymouth, Massachusetts. The 2010 HGTV Green Home, just eight miles north of Cape Cod, will be a custom-built, shingle-style cottage with approximately 2,100 square feet of living space. It will feature construction and design elements that are known to contribute to an energy efficient, cleaner and healthier living environment.
“The Pinehills is the perfect community for our third annual HGTV Green Home because it allows us to showcase the latest cost-efficient, accessible and eco-friendly approaches to living that can be incorporated into any home,” said Jim Samples, president of HGTV.
Viewers can enter for a chance to win the HGTV Green Home Giveaway grand prize package during the entry period from April 16 – June 4, 2010.
“This will be our first HGTV Green Home in a New England location, which gives us the chance to demonstrate the best building products and practices uniquely suited for the charm and challenges of a northeast climate,” said Jack Thomasson, HGTV House Planner. “As an added bonus, The Pinehills offers desirable features and amenities such as beautiful wooded lots, walking and nature trails, a swimming pool, three championship-caliber golf courses and the many attractions of The Village Green with its shopping and health/fitness facilities.”
Starting next April, fans can visit HGTV.com for a virtual tour of the home or they can see a televised tour during the HGTV Green Home 2010 special on Sunday, April 18 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT.
“We’re honored that HGTV has selected The Pinehills as the location of its 2010 HGTV Green Home,” said Tony Green, managing partner, Pinehills LLC. “The Pinehills community is based on a vision that protects the natural environment in a variety of ways – from preserving 70% of the land as open space to providing miles of walking trails to connect neighborhoods to shops and services at The Village Green. The HGTV Green Home will be constructed by MacKenzie Brothers, one of the outstanding custom home builders at The Pinehills.”
Very, very cool!!!!!! I’m outside of Philadelphia so I can definitely meet all of you there! I can be there in about 6 hours!! I know because my son went to college in Boston and it’s a fantastic area!
Living the Dream!
P.S. Now, MARY, what about that announcement of the SuperFan? I’m waiting for you to call me!
What a surprise this morning to find the location revealed!—beautiful and historic Plymouth, MA. Time to break out the red shirt, white sneakers and blue shorts, and head off to the great Bay State (I think it’s been 20 years since my last visit to Plymouth…far too long!)
Well, at least now I can stop singing about “bloggers with clues to resolve” and give Coop some rest!
Great job, folks! So much hard work by everyone sorting through all the twists and turns of MARY’s roller coaster ride of clues…but to be fair, it should be noted for the history books that our wise fellow blogger Lynn Coggin mentioned the Pinehills community very early on, in the second clue thread actually, on July 1 at 1:35 pm.
As for Massachusetts, and Plymouth, I guess I can come down from my perch in the crow’s nest of the Mayflower II now, and celebrate the exciting news with a nice hot bowl of lobster bisque! No, wait, I think I feel like something more in the dessert line…I know, Boston Cream Pie, yummm! And what could be more appropriate than a Cape Cod: mix 1 1/2 ounces of Vodka and 4 ounces of Massachusetts cranberry juice with ice, garnish with a wedge of lime, and enjoy.
We have so many more exciting times ahead of us with this great news about Plymouth and the premiere community of Pinehills. Time for more reading about our new Green Home community! Does it get any better than this…of course, other than actually winning the HGTV Green Home, as Kari and Mike Coffey can attest!
Cheers to every blogger and reader alike, we can now consider ourselves ALL HGTV 2010 Green Home Pilgrims….
Wow! The location has been revealed! I must admit that I wasn’t expecting it so soon. Thank you Mary.
Well since, there were no clues to research today….I decided to go back and research the earlier blogs/posts to see if anyone else had mentioned Pinehills – before I took credit… Well after rereading all the posts (you know from back in the dark days of last week when we were all in moderation purgatory) it turns out that there were others who had mentioned Pinehills – with Lynn Coggin being the first! Way to go Lynn – that was true vision and foresight. Also, Show Me spoke about Pinehills several times in his posts. So although, I would like to bask in my brilliance for stumbling across Pinehills yesterday…it seems like others blazed the trail before me.
I think a special mention should go out to Glenna Carlton, who i think was the first one to mention 99 in relation to the Mayflower – which is ultimately what made us all zero in on the Plymouth area.
Anyway – it was a fun and great team effort and I am so enjoying posting with all of you!!
Okay, so I had found the information on my post above online but didn’t realize that the information was right under my nose on this blog if you click above on ‘Read More About HGTV Green Home 2010′…hahaha…I guess I got a little ahead of myself with all of the excitement! My bad!
However, if you go to pinehills dot com, there is a lot of information and the history, vision, and plans of the Pinehills community…very interesting!
Living the Dream!
P.S. Thanks SHOW ME for the shout out on my guesses!!!!!
P.S.S. LINDA – I have a great idea for a coffee table for the new Green Home (LOL!):
The visible portion of Plymouth Rock is a lumpy fragment of glacial moraine about the size of a coffee table, with the date 1620 cut into its surface. After being broken, dragged about the town of Plymouth by ox teams used to inspire Revolution-aries, and reverently gouged and scraped by 19th-century souvenir hunters, it is now at rest near the head of Plymouth Harbor.
Glenna Calton I meant to say.
PS: Lynn Coggin – I think you have now passed your HGTV Super Fan final exam. Good luck!
This is wonderful,
now we can learn more about the Plymouth area,Cape Cod, and Boston…can’t wait to see the floor plans
Well, crap! I sat here and studied those clues until after midnight and was re-thinking my choice of Maryland and was waiting for today’s clue, had about decided it would be Plymouth, even read up on how they split the rock and moved part of it and all!..should have entered my guess last night, but got too tired and went to bed…NOW they show where it is located and I am eating myself inside out because I neglected to enter the guess last night!!!! ARGH!!!
Sure was fun working on this with all you guys…best to you all! At least we got to brush up on our history!! LOL
I was up all night thinking about the location. I knew it was MA with the the clue from the Coast Guard! WOW!!! What a fabulous place!
Born & Raised in NYC and now a transplanted NY er living in FL, New England has the best of all worlds. I personally miss the northern states & I am so excited that the new location has been announced! I can sleep tonight now knowing!
Plymouth Mass., WOW, I don’t believe they could have picked a better location, it is filled with so much beauty, history and a real sense of community.
I have been studying alot about Green homes and have learned alot thru the past years as I have been involved with many local builders who have gone GREEN! I am so excited to learn even more throughout this process.
And of course the culinary attributes of Boston Cream Pie, Lobster Bisque, New England Clam Chowder, makes it even more of an indulgent location!
Love the “HGTV 2010 Green Home Pilgrims” nickname, Very Cute!!!!!!
I am so glad is was New England. I wanted Boston, but Plymouth will definitely do. I have tried to visit all the lighthouses from Key West to Maine. I am only up to Cape Hatteras. Now I have a great green reason for continue my travels.
I can hardly wait for the floor plans and the blogging to continue. I have truly enjoyed this site. HGTV is sooo great.
Since in live in Port Saint Lucie, Fl, I am looking forward to meeting the “New Green” neighbors from Michigan. Congrats to Mike and Kari, again. Lunch is on me @ the Tradition Hurricane Grill.
MHorn
Hi everyone!
GLENNNYC – Thanks so much for the well wishes! I hope I got an A+ on my Super Fan final exam!
Believe me, I’ll be the first to let all of my blogging buddies know! BTW, great job on all of your research! All of us bloggers certainly do make a great team!
GLENNA CALTON – Well, at least you got a good nights rest! Good job on all of your research recently! I’ve enjoyed reading your posts!
DIANA – This location will be very easy for me to get to from where I live, BUT I still want to meet you at the Balloon Festival!
RENEE – Are you at the beach? If so, I’m very jealous but hope you’re having a great time!
SAGG99/SHEILAGG1 – Here is one thing I learned about Plymouth: Plymouth County and its surrounding areas are proud of the many ruby-red cranberry bogs that dot the region. In fact, there are over 458 cranberry growers harvesting more than 12,000 acres across the state of Massachusetts. Close to Plymouth, Edaville USA boasts the Edaville Railroad that traverses mile after mile of lovely cranberry plantation. Edaville also hosts a yearly Cranberry Harvest Festival to celebrate the merits of this notable berry.
Oh, and I thought this was a great fact, the Cranberry World Visitors Center located in Plymouth, Massachusetts, reports Americans eat 400 million pounds of cranberries each year.
Hmmm…well, you can also drink cranberries…here’s a great recipe I’m going to try when I bring my fresh cranberries home from Massachusetts…
Spiced Cranberry Sangría
INGREDIENTS
For the fruit:
2 cups fresh cranberries
2 Granny Smith apples, large dice
1 cup Spiced Simple Syrup
3/4 cup Cointreau
1/2 cup ruby port wine
For the sangría:
1 (750-milliliter) bottle Tempranillo rosé
1/2 cup ruby port wine
1/2 cup Cointreau
1/2 cup cranberry juice
INSTRUCTIONS
For the fruit:
Combine all ingredients in a 3-quart container with a tightfitting lid.
Cover and refrigerate at least four hours or preferably overnight.
For the sangría:
Add all ingredients to the fruit mixture and stir to combine.
Refrigerate until chilled, and serve over ice.
Mmmmmmmm! SHOW ME – maybe this could be the official HGTV 2010 Green Home Pilgrims Cocktail?!?!
Living the Dream!
P.S. MARIE MILLER – Where are you? I think you may like this recipe!
Okay, so how perfect is this…the Managing Partner of Pinehills LLC name is Tony Green…Green is his last name…P-E-R-F-E-C-T! HGTV…did you plan that?
Living the Dream!
Great fun reading all of the posts. Obviously everyone seems to be very excited about the Plymouth, MA location, AND The Pinehills community, for good reason. No more sleepless nights either; just nights spent dreaming about winning the 2010 GH!
I just wonder where that procession of 99 horseshoe crabs I reported on in an earlier post, spotted and stopped by the Coast Guard in Cohasset Harbor, are now? Probably wandering Plymouth Harbor at this moment, asking directions to The Pinehills for a long and informative chat with Mr. Tony Green, managing partner of Pinehills LLC, and an in-depth interview with the MacKenzie Brothers, the custom home builders chosen for this very special 2,100 square foot Green Home.
I think as a member of the 2010 HGTV GHP’s (Green Home Pilgrims), I can assure them that if all the relevant information from their interviews is disclosed forthwith, they will NOT be used as fish bait (just to clarify, I’m referring to the 99 horseshoe crabs, not Mr. Green or the MacKenzie Brothers!) But then, I suppose we’ll have a Super Fan to fill us in on all those details soon, won’t we?
By the way, MARY, do you think HGTV will plan on marketing the “I’m an original 2010 HGTV Green Home Pilgrim” t-shirt anytime soon?
LYNN COGGIN= I’m still thinking about it—have to check out rates and an itinary from New Mexico to Vegas. It sounds like a Great Idea— and as far as I’m thinking now, I’M IN—- LET’s ARRANGE something at the BALLOON FESTIVAL—- hopefully some other bloggers could come as well.
MARIE MILLER= Would you want to go? I don’t think that you are too far away.
And— we still haven’t heard anything about a “Party” in Pt. St. Lucie ??????
Diana
THANK YOU !!!!!!! Mary & Jack for the located in Plymouth . this was fun****************
I Called the Mass. Audubon Society yesterday, and I do feel terribly Guilty! I just hate wasting somebody’s time, (and I felt as if I was making a crank call or something)!— just because I was “nosey” and wondered if she knew where the next Green Home would be.
The Society is in Wellsfleet— which is at the very, very end of Cape Cod ( I just Now looked on a Map). — this is why she said that it was a 2 hour drive from Boston— The office is at the Very, Very, Very end, near Provincetown.
Anyways, she was So Nice, and spoke so Fondly of the Horseshoe Crabs. The workers that work in these type of organizations are really Wonderful People—- they don’t make much money, but their entire profession and lives are just educating people; on how to protect and save animals, and the wildlife. They go “out of their way”, and (always Welcome Volunteers)— and do anything to help save animals (who maybe cannot help themselves).
So—- this is how the conversation went:
ME= “By any chance, do you know if the HGTV Dream Home will be built there”
REP= “ What do you mean? What is H ? What?”
(at this point, I was laughing, and couldn’t stop laughing—-)
(but explained how HGTV just builds a Brand New Home—and then just gives it away)
She then started asking me a few questions about HGTV, etc—- she seemed a little interested. But she just told me to maybe call the “Chamber of Commerce”, and they would know for sure.
So, anyways, it’s like when I called a similar organization in Sanibel about the foxes in my backyard ( I thought that maybe they were hungry) but — they are really Wonderful People. They have to be— if they “make a living” out of solely just helping the little animals.
But— have a Strong Feeling that PLYMOUTH will also be a Great Community with some Great Peope too! And only 45 Minutes from Boston? Does it get any Better than this?
Diana
Show Me, I’d forgotten about that drink. Maybe now it’s time to make a new drink, after all how did New York get the Long Island Ice Tea when the Tea Party was in Boston Harbor? Unless it was just to give the greamers a chance to devise the GREEN Tea drink.
Diana, I don’t think the time has to do much with the map, but the TRAFFIC which I remember hearing was brutal between the Cape & Boston, so Mary & your source are probably both right depending on the day/time.
Lynn, when you go to get your cranberries, don’t forget to check the schedule at Edaville Railroad, take the train ride thru the cranberry bogs.
Ok, I looked up regional foods for Mass, saw a few I hadn’t heard of & others that surprised me. Didn’t every child grow up eating fluffernutters & apple cobblers, crisps or crumble? I understand the coffee milk/coffee cabinet being on the list because It wasn’t until the early 90’s when Starbucks first started marketing ice cream that I could find coffee flavored ice cream anywhere but home.
Talking about food, since each home seems to have a few books, do you think Linda will put a Julia Child cookbook in the kitchen? Guess I’ll have to make a stuffed pumpkin for Thanksgiving dinner, but the pork pie is history. Way more food specialties in New England than Florida.
Ed, what are your food memories growing up in Mass?
It will be fun to see how Linda decorates & who the guest designer will be. Wonder when they will start construction to avoid the long cold winters. Hope there is some kind of eco-friendly fireplace, wouldn’t seem like New England without one. Kids have to roast marshmallows & maybe even chestnuts. Oh so many fun memories of growing up there – hayrides, autumn trips to New Hampshire for the foliage show. The winners should enjoy it. Buy warm coats & snowboots. Definitely need more storage there for the winter clothes when out of season & stock the garage with shovels & cat litter for the ice. Brrrrrr, I’ll think of them while I’m enjoying the sunny beach here.
Ok, back to adding a quote to my posts, here’s one from our last Mass. president fitting for greamers:
“The supreme reality of our time is …the vulnerability of our planet.”
-John F. Kennedy
From an area of the country that has never heard of fluff but I grew up in Rhode Island so this was a staple in our house with peanut butter. Kids love to play with mine and especially happy when I say making fluffernutter sandwiches. Moms here are now jumping on the wagon and starting to make though not happy with all the sugar. Oh Well. It is a great memory for me and love to make this comfort food.
KAT= C’mon, go a little easy on Florida. In Florida, we Have:
1. Key Lime Pie
2. ORANGE JUICE
3. Grouper
4. Snapper
5. Shrimp
6. and after all— Sunshine— but it sure is a hot, sticky — (I’m so thirsty, I’m gonna drink a gallon of Gatorade) summer!!!!
HA HA HA This is Fun!!! I’ll post the recipe for “Mussels Bisque” Tomorrow
Going out now — going out to eat at the restaurant chain, (Red Lobster)— only joking!
Diana
Talking about cookbooks, try any of Rachael Ray’s. Seems to have a lot of ‘in your cupboard all ready products’. Other favorites are the church cookbooks which are really tried and trued by normal people and have stood the test of time.
Kat,
I have great recipe for cake made from chestnuts! It was quite a work to make the chestnut flour, but it was tasty!
Winters are making some hibernate, I am one of them!
Anyway – it was a fun and great team effort and I am so enjoying posting with all of you!!
GlennNYC on July 7, 2009 at 11:03 am
Thanks to everyone..Diana, Show Me, GlennNYC, Lynn Coggin, Kat, Marie Miller, Renee, Collegemom and everyone else on the HGTV Blog..you have meant so much to me these past months..reading all the things you write..Faceless Friends you have become to me.. It has been such a long time since I have had this much FUN doing anything! I am surely going to get fired at work if they find out that I was researching/blogging things while I was suppose to be working..Oh well everything happens for a reason..time for a change I think.
I was born in Everett MA. Lived in NC, PR, CT, CA, New Orleans, CT, PR, and now Savannah, GA where unfortunately my marriage fell apart 10 years ago, I feel like I have been dumped here in GA..seeing all these pictures..I realized I am still a damned Yankee and
“There is no place like HOME”..even if it is cold in the winters.
Diana….you are too funny. I bet the organization got a big kick out of your call too
Lynne – WTG!!!
Kat, with me being a California native, it took your comment about the long, cold New England winter to understand why HGTV is moving forward so early with info on the ‘10 Green Home—they HAVE TO, since they’ll be pushing for as much pre-winter construction as possible to button up the house and continue the inside work during the colder months.
After checking into the MacKenzie Brothers website, here’s a brief bit of info on these respected builders: “Gary and Glenn are still deeply involved in the day-to-day on-site operations of all their jobs. Over the past years, MacKenzie Brothers has been the builder of 42 custom homes at the premier golf community of Willowbend on Cape Cod. An example of their craftsmanship and high standards can be seen throughout many buildings and homes at Willowbend.”
“As they move forward, MacKenzie Brothers is also fortunate to be part of one the fastest growing towns in Massachusetts. They have been chosen to join a team of select builders at The Pinehills in Plymouth. Construction is now under way on building custom homes on pine-treed lots in a golf course setting.”
Of course, you can check out their website yourself for much more info, and photos of some of their custom-crafted homes.
Happy Greaming!
I knew it was MA! That’s awesome! I love in the south, but my mother was raised in Marshfield (just north of Plymouth) and my aunt lives in Ipswich. We used to vacation in Rockport on Cape Ann. BEAUTIFUL AREA for the next Green Home!!!!! I’m excited……but, we have wait until April 2010??? Ugh….
Here is an interesting short video on some of the history of Plymouth that HGTV apparently showed earlier this year…
http://www.hgtv.com/videos/first-thanksgiving/2523.html
I thought some of you history buffs may enjoy!
Living the Dream!
Wow, I can’t believe they revealed the new location already! I’m so glad! It was driving me crazy. I was having fun reading everyone’s post and learning some history on the East Coast. Mass. sounds good to me! Can’t wait to see more details!
Cindy/Maine, Show Me, Diana, Marie, Lynn, And Glenn/NYC – check my post – July 3 at 7:15 – got the Pine Hills community and state posted – love these Dream, Green, and Blog homes – excited that the Green Home is in the next town – envied all those California, NC, and Fl folks who could stroll by the locations in the few last years – love the whole programming from location, to design, through the blog and over the (Pine) hills – Just as a teaser, in what town was the first town recycling center located? – Oh my, was it in Massachusetts?????????
What a beautiful area! I will look forward to seeing this GH built. Maybe I can convince my family to look into it and send extra pictures.
I’m thrilled I won’t have to eat crow. Oh Honeyyyyyyyyyyyy!
Lynn Coggin, since you bolted right out of the HGTV location gate July 1 on “Pinehills” and finished strongly in the number ONE position, we hereby award you the blue ribbon for the win.
Does a place or ‘Show’ count for a payout?
By the way, steve e, your fellow bloggers always appreciate local input—an eye on the inside is like having a leg up on the competition—often better and faster even than Google.
The next vital question is, within the huge community of Pinehills, in which development will the 2010 Green Home be built?
The custom home development “districts” are many: Chipping Hills, Five Lanterns, Great Kame, Hearthstone, Island Rock, Pine Cobble, Stones Throw, Ryecroft and Talcott Pines—and there are a number of other named districts; devoted to “Portfolio” homes, condos, 55+, and apartment homes.
Oh, so many choices—but time is now on our side.
Onward Green Home Pilgrims.
Whoo Hoo!!! Plymouth, Massachusetts!!! I am ready to move my pilgrim self there when that green house is built… if i WIN!!!!! The plans look great. When can we start entering??? HGTV, again, YOU ROCK!!
Kat, I think blue berry muffins & blue berry pies were always my favorites. We used to go out in the bogs at a friends house & pick & eat blue berries all day. Then my mom would cook them into fantastic desserts. She was a fantastic cook. I always remembered steamed clams. I still drool thinking about them! My grandmother would take us to Cape Cod in the summer for a few weeks & we would catch blue crabs off of the piers. Then she would cook them up & I would eat so much I got sick. I remembe picking black berries in the woods & getting those turned into desserts too. We used to always have meat pies with our dinner at Thanksgiving. I wish I knew how to make meat pies now. I had Polish, French & Italian aunts & uncles in addition to all my French relatives, so there were always a lot of different ethnic dishes. Good times! I might even move back there if I won the Green Home. Of course I would have to talk my Southern Bell wife into it!
Great location!
Looking forward to seeing the Floor Plans for next years GH.
Woo Hoo!!! New Green Home is practically in my backyard…..
Can't wait!!
Well, now…this is interesting…
Hmmmm…I think I need to re-read the instruction manual…LOL!
Living the Dream!
Lynn – Did you really get Pine Hills on July 1? – not tryiny to steal the thunder – Did not put any bets on a "show" position for myself – are you local. also?
Okay, new set-up!! This has a lot more features and will help keep away the undesirables!!! Yeah!!!
Okay, I will go through and give some thumb-ups!! So cool!! You can write a nice little note to your blogging buddies or just give them a thumb-up!!! It is just a little more difficult to get notes over to one another quickly or get that instant gratification!!!
Any one heard what is going on with the new winner's from MI yet? Wasn't there going to be a blog by Kari?
Wow – we are getting fancy!
This way we know who is online posting and we do not have to worry about those who enjoy being "nasty"!!! You can report anyone who is being rude or hurtful!! I love that HGTV cares so much for their Best Bloggers in the World enough to give them some control…Plus, we can talk to one another outside of the HGTV blog …. You can share as much information as you like or as little … your in charge!! Cool!! I can't wait to learn more about the GH2010!! So exciting!! And you guys are so smart!! I have learned so much this last week!! Now, on to the building of the Green Home…. I can't wait!!! I am sure that it will have a fireplace in the Family/Living Room….but, I am hoping….that there will be one in the Master Suite!!!! Please, please…. I am sure that the Builders, Designers, Carpenters, etc. are going to out do themselves on this one!!!! Love life by living green!!
OMG!!!! IM ONLY 13 YEARS OLD BUT I KNOW MY FAMILY WOULD LOVE THIS!! I WOULD LOVE TO SURPRISE THEN WITH YOU GUYS COMING TO MY DOOR ND KNOCKING. MY MOM LOVEES LITTLE CUTE LOWNS LIKE THAT ESPECCIALY WITH A LOT OF HISTORY IN IT AND MY DAD LOVES TO GLOF ADN ALSO LOVES TRAVLELING. I LIVE IN MICHIGAN AND ME AND MY FAMILY (5 PEOPLE) WOULD LOVE THIS SOOO MUCH! GOOD CHOICE I HOPE I WIN ** <3
yummyyyyyy that sounds really good
cool good luck thats sounds like a lot of funn =]
wow i guess you really deserve this house especcially since you are soo into the GREEN type stuff well good luck =]
hahahaaa lol good luck glenna
i know me 2 lol
Great Recipe, LYNN! I saved this one. I have a recipe for CRANBERRY LIQUOR— it is thick, and goes great on vanilla ice cream. I'll have to really hunt this one down and look for it though—- when I find it, I'll post it.
I agree Renee loves green! We'll be better able to manage the flame throwers. Will also be easier to track comments, etc (I think).
lol – Thumbs up
This is Great! I LOVE IT!!!! GREAT JOB MARY! GREAT JOB HGTV! Yes—- it's the End of "nasty" blogs, Thank God! I still never understood why some bloggers really thought that the home was "Owed" to them—- They were CRAZY—— and THIS IS SO CLOSE TO TWITTER!!!!
I'm not Techie-Savy—- HOW DO I POST A PICTURE OF MYSELF?
HELP!!!
LOL LOL Diana….WTG means Way To Go…. Lynne is a super sleuth! The other night I lay in bed thinking about how much I have learned about our country these past two giveaways. You are all so impressive. So much fun to stay in touch here.
It's actually 50 miles and an hour's drive directly south of Boston. I live there. Lovely place.
Hi Steve! Yes, I had mentioned it on the blog on July 1st…it was weird I had run across it while looking for properties in Massachusetts that were master planned communities and I posted it…crazy that it ended up being correct, huh?
I'm in Pennsylvania, outside of Philadelphia. You?
Renee,
I agree so much with you.
I always love to read your comments. From one of your blogs I know that you have little production company. My husband has little company, he is DP, shoots film, video. I am artist, designer, animator.
I am curious what your husband's company does, do you have any portfolio/web site to see? My husband's site is being developed right now.
I am so curious how this new green home will be!
Luba
Hi Renee…Are you having a hard time posting comments?
Just a quick note to let everyone know that 'Show Me' is feeling a little overwhelmed by the new technology, and has turned over his posting duties in the Green Home blog to me. I assure you that he will continue to read all the posts from his blogging friends, and there's no doubt in my mind that his voice will continue to be heard, or I'LL hear about it!____In the meantime, a warm hello to all our blogging friends out there in Green land.____
Pinehills sounds like really great location! Boston is 3hours from where we live, I would love to go there and see it!
Hi all. Love the new technology….although, I think my posts are getting lost in moderation. Have you guys voted me off the island
Whew – never mind. Seems like I'm back in.
Nice to hear from you, DB COOP!!!! You'll have to come over to the "Better" blog—- the GREEN HOME BLOG that is!!!
From time to time, though, I'll pop in to say HI on the Dream Home Blog—– Remember, HOLD ON to that New Mexico Coin!!!!
Thank God this is working—- My blogs are now Appearing!!! OK, I Need HELP!!!
1. How do I post a picture of myself?
2. I haven't signed on to "twitter" yet—but when I do, how do I link the two together?
Thanks
Well, howdy Pilgrims… it's good to see that some friendly "faces" are trickling back to the blogs. Not sure if I have it ALL together yet, but at least I see a previous post of mine here, so that's somewhat reassuring!
I don't know if 'Show Me' will do a guest post now and then; we'll have to see how the new technology unfolds.
a HISTORY TIDBIT: I watched the Rachel Maddow show (MSNBC) last night— and found out about a little piece of History near and around the Cape.
1. A commentator, Joe Galloway wrote the article.
2. Back in the Vietnam era, then Secretary of Defense, ROBERT MCNAMARA not only Escalated the Vietnam War, but admitted Encouraging it to go on.
3. Anyways— the STORY is= Robert McNamara was on a Ferry Boat ride to Martha's Vineyard, and an Artist that was on the Same Boat Trip actually attempted and tried to Throw Him Overboard to Murder him.— because of his anger towards the Vietnam War. This happened back in 1972.
Didn't want to write a Long Blog. You can View the Video at:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/26315908/
Click on the Video: MCNAMARA ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT
It was a pretty good segment.—- rough waters.
Diana
HGTV, like this method. Great job!
This is a test.
Looks like you're good to go now. Let me know if you have any other troubles.
I am having a prolem when I try to copy and paste from a word doc….let me try to type the whole thing in again….we'll see!
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RENEE – OMGosh…You look just like a good friend of mine…beautiful…love your picture!
Yes, I think this is a good thing also. After what happened on the blogs a couple of weeks ago, I thinnk this is a good solution!
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As I mentioned before, my neighbors are moving to Sante Fe. I sold their house and they are moving in August. I thought it was interesting that they are selling most of their furniture, especially the wood furniture. They told me that it is not a good idea to move old wood furniture from the Philadelphia area to Sante Fe because the climate is so different and the humidity is so opposite that the wood will get dried out and crack over time. I would have never thought of that.
Anyway, RENEE, I agree about the fireplaces! I know that Kiva or Bee Hive fireplaces have a distinctive arched firebox door and is typical of southwestern design. They are most often placed in a corner and usually made out of the same adobe material used to construct the home.
In addition, I think an outdoor fireplace is a must!!!!! Outdoor living has become very popular and has led to creating comfortable living and cooking areas outside the home. Kiva fireplaces are a popular outdoors addition throughout the southwest. I, personally, would LOVE this idea! Ahhh…sitting out back facing the mountains at sunset with a fire going….PRICELESS!
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Got it…..thank you, thank you! You were extremely helpful! Maybe if I am chosen as the Super Fan, I'll meet you in Knoxville and thank you in person! LOL!
screened 4 seasons porch would be nice!
Coop, you are nuts! I love your relationship with Show Me. If you can handle this, so can he. Tell him to come on back to the blog. It's all good. Besides, we can all learn together.
Hi Diana! I put my picutre in this morning when I signed in. If you go to EDIT PROFILE, you should see a place to enter a picture. Try that and let me know. If it doesn't work, I can go back and walk you through it step by step.
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Love the new setup!
I don't believe I deserve this house, I'm just excited to learn more about the building process. It is such a positive experience, I.m grateful for this site, the HGTV staff and all that are involved in this process. Reading the blogs, watching the homes being built, learning innovative things that can help me in my business are priceless! Although I wouldn't mind winning of course – I'm grateful for the oppurtunity to discover & grow thru this site! Good Luck to you as well!
Lynn Coggin: Loved the recipe but what is "spiced" simple syrup"? Seeing your picture on the newest blog, combined with your enthusiasm, makes me think you would make a super duper Super Fan. Good Luck!!!
I must admit I have never traveled the New England coast. Always wanted to, but never got around to it. How wonderful that the next Green Home will be built in a colder climate. HGTV has met the challenge with such a beautiful location and historic interest. Can't wait to see how this develops with floor plans, etc.
Isn't it funny to see all of us with ghost faces. Will Show Me appear as a knight in shinning "green" armor, or as a beach comber with sunglasses and hat pulled down over his eyes? Will Marie Miller appear as a Southern Belle or the smart, researcher she really is?
I will be amazed if this post show up anywhere, If not, goodbye, by dear friends.
Ohhh, this is more confusing.. I hope I figure this out..
Don't think I have the hang of these new features yet, but I asked Coop if he'd let me try a post, so here I am, hopefully….
Lessie, that's what I tell Coop all the time: "You are nuts, dude." Then he just gives me this silly grin!
Katydid, glad to see you back here in Green-land. It's all a bit overwhelming for the novice blogger, isn't it?! Well, I'll catch on one of these days….
Last year they didn’t reveal where the Green Home was going to be located until November. I’m sure glad we didn’t have to wait another 5 months to find out. Imagine, having to wait till turkey day to find out it’s gonna be in Plymouth,Ma.. Of course it would’ve been appropriate.
KATYDID – First of all, I want to thank you so much for the comment you made about me being the Super Duper Super Fan….that was so nice and so sweet…thank you, thank you!
Second of all, okay, so you had me thinking about the spiced simple syrup and I realized that you are right…the recipe for that main ingredient was not there so I went back and found the recipe for the 'spiced simple syrup' for the Spiced Cranberry Sangria that we will all enjoy someday in Plymouth!
Here it is:
Spiced Simple Syrup
Total: 10 mins, plus cooling time
Active: Under 5 mins
Makes: 2 3/4 cups
Infused with warm spices, this simple syrup adds wintry cheer to anything it tops. Try it on citrus fruits for a winter fruit salad or in this Spiced Cranberry Sangría by Chef Jose Garces.
INGREDIENTS
2 cups water
2 cups granulated sugar
3 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks
8 allspice berries
6 cloves
3 whole star anise pods
INSTRUCTIONS
Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan over high heat and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat and let cool until lukewarm. Strain syrup through a fine mesh strainer into a heatproof airtight container and discard spices.
Cover and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
At first, I thought it was complicated but it really isn't too bad.
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Sorry this is in three segments…trying to figure out why…hmmm…anyway….continued……..
Okay, Katydid, now third of all…where is your picture?!?! It's so fun to put a face with a name…love that! Your comments about what people may put as their picture made me chuckle!
In closing, it has been a pretty long day here in HGTV blogworld…like we were lost and now we're found! I'm so happy to see everyone (almost) got back together and figured it all out (with the help of our new dear friend, Chad)!
Thank you HGTV Pilgrim friends and have a nice night!
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Oops…apparently my comment was too long so I had to break it up into three different comments…..sorry for the confusion everyone!
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Lynn, thank you so much for the kind compliment!!! I just love the bloggers here.. any day that I feel bad, I can just send out a blog and get some wonderful words in return… I am also enjoying everyone's beautiful pictures!!!! I need to sleep and will talk with you all tomorrow!! Love life by living green!!!!
Ok, I guess maybe I am getting old since I'm having issues with this new intense debate. Is it only for HGTV did they pre-register us with our names? I clicked on the link to register, but my name was already taken, so I had to add the Eco in front. I'm not the only one with a common name, Ed, DIana, anyone else have that issue?
Lynn, Edaville Railroad also used to have a wonderful light display during the holdiay season. I'm sure they contimued the tradition.
Luba, a house close by where I grew up had a big chestnut tree, but I've never actually eaten a chestnut. Being kids we used to throw them at each other. I know they are hard so I can only imagine what making flour must have been like. But please share the recipe. Maybe I'll be able to find chestnuts to try it with.
So you never had snow days off from school? Nice little unplanned vacations? Boy were you deprived!!
Diana, I guess your dad and I were wrong thinking it was Montana. Of course I knew I was wrong from the second clue!!! MA is one of the few states I have never been to.
MHorn, A few years ago my daughter (who loves lighthouses) drovedown the coast from San Francisco to Escondido just so we could visit as many lighthouses as possible starting with Alcatraz(sp) we still missed 2 in the San Fran area and one in LA. I have been trying to talk her into another trip thru texas and down to NC to
see Cape Hatteras
How did you talk a Southern Belle into Oregon? Oh, the memories of blueberry picking (2 for the mouth 1 for the bucket) behind my grandmother's house in Bellingham. She used them to make pudding – layers of berries & yellow cake batter in a loaf pan, baked then spooned up and served warm with heavy cream poured on top. So yummy.
Where in RI? I grew up in North Smithfield. Yes those fluffernutters were high in sugar, probably corn syrup now. Not for my tastebuds now but good memories though. Do you also remember having johnnycakes and stuffed quohaugs?
Key Lime Pie yes, fresh citrus yes, I don't eat fish anymore so you can have my shares, if you care to give up your shares of sunshine since it's rain, thunder and lightening again. Why does it seem like winter is the sunny season?
I guess there is a little history in FLorida, at least when I was up north in Amelia Island where they have the yearly ShrimpFest and a historical district downtown. But down here in south Florida, not much history and regional foods are the restaurants with food from different countries, not the same as New England.
Home is where the heart is. Lots of good memories growing up in RI/Mass but the south has its benefits too. Savannah is a great city, I only dreamed of being in Savannah when I was stationed at Ft Stewart and had to drive 45 minutes on a long boring road under the jurisdiction of 3 law enforcements (so no speeding) to get there to be in civilization again. Guess growing up a Yank makes those small old southern towns difficult to understand, some of them are actually like on Dukes of Hazzard. I never knew people hunted and ate squirrels before, or sat out on their front porch looking at a dirt road with a shotgun in their lap and the nearest grocery store was 45 minutes away. How did they ever get ice cream?
Does that mean you are volunteering as our spy to give us more info than HGTV posts on the progress? We love getting all the scoop ASAP.
Please send me the cliff notes version when you do
)
Do I really understand what I'm doing in the new blog format? No! Can I currently use all of the new features? No! Can I at least post the old low-tech way? Yes!
Hmmm, that makes for a 33% success rate. Dismal, but better than nothing at all for the time being!
By the way, where has Marie Miller disappeared to? Are you out there Marie?
Sounds like you're wishing for southern Cal where the water is too cold for me or even Hawaii where I've never been but heard it's beautiful. Don't think I'll get there soon, that quarantine is way too long and I don't even take my "baby" to the groomers so I don't have to leave her someplace strange – so 4 months is out of the question. But what an awesome location that would be. We'd have so much fun blogging about Hawaii.
April?? We have to wait that long for a virtual tour? I sure hope HGTV Pro will have the pix of the buildout posted way before that. We were going crazy waiting for the announcement of when they picked the winner and that was only days, now we're talking not just months but seasons?? HGTV, WE WANT MORE INFO FASTER!!
You know you also have to have the NE clam chowder and clamcakes too, and if you're going to have the Boston Cream Pie, you have to have the baked beans.
Since HGTV picked Plymouth it would have been nice if it the home tours could have been around Thanksgiving. Then we could have had a blogger party at Plymouth Plantation for the place of the first feast & then gone on a home tour as a group, special tour for the GH Pilgrims
Great to hear from you again Coop. Hope you stay with us & don't disappear into DH land
Ok so our posts have to be shorter now. Guess I won't be able to ramble. Just how short, will we still be able to get in poems, recipes etc? And do we need to keep going back thru all the earlier posts to read the replies? What about this following of people's posts? Are they emailed to us? I was just getting used to blogging & now it's getting complicated. Arrrrrrrrrrrgh.
Where's the KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) guide or the new blogging for dummies? Why if I click on someone's name without a picture do I get taken back to another blog topic or another HGTV page?
New name – was steve e – new log in was giving me quirks – went to Pine Hills yesterday – used to ride dirt bikes there 35 yrs ago – have not been interested in planned communities in past – this one may change my mind – was built into land in most cases, as opposed to the track homes of the 80's on the west coast were land was leveled and homes slammed together – houses are large and trendy, section I was in had golf courses rambling through the neighborhood – meticulousy maintained – food market resembled a large interesting barn-type structure with prices similar to the local chain stores – most of the plantings I saw were familiar to the surrouding area – at greeting center (The Summer House) I began to ask about the HGTV Green Home – they were sworn to secrecy and did not seem to believe the location had been made public – I know this area advertises art, family and jazz activites that are open to public – willl be fun to have HGTV in the hood………………..
Hi DB COOP= How bout' dreamin' of a 7,000 square foot Victorian, 3 stories, equipped with Elevator, weight room on the top floor— You know– the Extreme— LOL I won't worry about any ghosts this time
Spending a day seeing the "Rock", and hangin' out on the beach— getting some "local" Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream—this will be a Great Dream Home— I mean, Green Home
Diana
Hi bloggers, Danny here, I don't know if this will go through,having trouble figuring this new system out, might not be able to post, May be just a reader from here on out.
Password!? What password? I don't remember any password.
At first, a message came up that " my name was already registered". I just waited a little while, and then my blogs started appearing. It was a new system, so maybe HGTV had to work through the kinks.
But— I'll try to sign on to "Twitter" this weekend or next— I do see it being a problem with my (name) already taken on Twitter. I'll just add something to it, I guess.
But so far— no problems with this blog. I think that it's Great! It's like "tweeting Live on Twitter"— this is so much fun!
but KAT— keep your name the way it is now. I remember seeing how once you set your (log-in) name, you cannot change it——
I haven't forgotten about the "mussels bisque" recipe. I can't copy and paste it— so, working on re-typing it before posting it. I'm going out later, for the day—- I'll probably "post it" Tomorrow!!! I'll reply to this, or one of your blogs, OK?
Diana
Diana
Great Recipe LYNN—- I'm Saving this. I once had a recipe for Cranberry Liquor– which would go great on Vanilla ice Cream. I'm going to try and find it—- but if I don't, at least I have this one now!!!
If I find it, I'll post it too
Diana
That's great one more time we"ll go wait for new house…uhmmmm, i"m excited because if the last one was so beautifull what about this in ma,P lymouth. More time for enjoy and reading about the construction our new green house, wonderfull.
How do you get a picture with your space? I think people would not get so offended by my comments if they saw the face it was coming out of. I have never had anybody look me in the face and not be grining.
Lynn, this sounds like it would be great to cook during the holidays–just to give your house a holiday smell. Will definitely try this. Thanks!
Renee, how did you get your picture to post in four squares in different colors?
Show Me, I'm on the same page as you. When I get around to learning to post the other ways, I will. Otherwise, I'm just as happy knowing the old way still works.
Steve e, will you be our local blogger and give us updates as often as possible? I'm so glad the Green Home is in your area! Just think, if you win, you'll be right around the corner from your new home.
Hi Danny, Chad has explained how to upload pictures on previous posts. Unfortunately I don't remember which page. Maybe if you read the first posts, you'll find the info you need to upload your picture. Can't wait to see your smiling face!
We don't have to be "faceless" friends! Try and post a picture of yourself. I'll try to work on this too, this weekend!!!!
I live in Florida, I've been here since I was 9 years old. Of course, I Love it! When I went in the pool yesterday, I was thinking— Northernor's still cannot do this, even in July!
I have mixed feelings about Florida, though, sometimes. Not to say that I'd ever move (Permanently)—- but the mosquitoes and no-see-ums are really getting on my nerves! And sweating in 99 degree heat— it is really a very hot summer. And then those disgusting cockroaches? Saw one on my patio yesterday— Ugggh! And then sometimes I wonder, are the salaries really a lot better up North?
But either way— probably would never move( permanently) . I've been in Florida too long. And you know— you will NEVER Get Grits, Pecan Pie, Baby Back Ribs— and the other southern food up north, you know. But, I guess—- you never know what courses life will take you on—-
Mass. is a Beautiful state though– rest assured— it is a nice place to live, aside from the cold winter's
Diana
Show Me, I can always count on Coop for a smile or belly laugh! Can't wait to meet you in New Mexico in November. If you tell me the places Coop wants to visit, I'll make sure Lynn, Marie and I get there first. If Renee loves Green is able to come, I'll tell her too.
As for the updated technology, we'll learn together.
Hey Danny – you crack me up! The password is new. Something you pick out for yourself when you "register" at the Intense debate" website. I haven't uploaded my picture – so can't help you there; however, Lessie is right – Chad P describes under his Blog Update post from yesterday.
Hi Steve e – Thanks for the intel! You are officially named Blogger Agent 007.
KAt, I am kind of beach bum too, I love to go to the beach, and enjoy it, it calms me down , calms my 8 years old girlie too. It is something so healing to breathe the salty air, to sunk in the sun, to hear the noise of waves, birds….to feel the sand flowing through the fingers…
love your comments, it is always great to read them!
I came upon a great site, which gives a lot of info about being "green". if anyone is intersted, please go to : http://www.conservation.org/ACT/SIMPLESTEPS/Pages...
It is so refreshing to know that many of us want better world. Gives me tears in my eyes. Getting emotional – this planet is our only home we have. There is no other planet, no other way to live, to survive than to take care of this big round home of ours. Our planet. Earth, Gaia…
I came upon a great site, which gives a lot of info about being "green". if anyone is interested, please go to : http://www.conservation.org/ACT/SIMPLESTEPS/Pages...
It is so refreshing to know that many of us want better world. Gives me tears in my eyes. Getting emotional – this planet is our only home we have. There is no other planet, no other way to live, to survive than to take care of this big round home of ours. Our planet. Earth, Gaia…
Sweet. Don't forget to give the winner a car that can handle the 4 feet of snow and the world's craziest drivers on the MA pike, and at least one room dedicated to the red sox.
Hi Luba – thanks for the great post. Always love reading them – your passion shines through. I did have trouble with the link. I am going to try posting it again:
http://www.conservation.org/ACT/SIMPLESTEPS/Pages...
or if the above doesn't work. Just go to http://www.conservation.org and click on "ACT" and then click "Take Steps to Live Green"
I can agree with just about everyone else, Plymouth, MA. is a fantastic place to live, I know I lived there before moving to central Florida 22 years ago. I would love to move back there and now that my husband is ready to retired I have been dreaming of making the move. Plymouth will always be home, my son who lives in the midwest say's let me know I will move back with you guy's he is a laid-off airline pilot who still loves Plymouth, but why shouldn't we our ancestors did come over on the Mayflower. You couldn't of picked a better place.
Kat,
I had the same problem. It is too much traffic out there…
i'm so excited that is going to be in my home state, about time they do something in Massachusetts.
i'm dying to own my house!!!!
That will be my dream come true
I LOVE MASS
Thank you, Glenn, for the nice words. Yes, things get me emotional.
tell me more about you….I am the most curious cat in the world…
I am getting so addicted to this blog, that i need my day to be 50 hours long, and live 1000 years so I can do what I want to do. Meanwhile I am trying to manage it all: my work, my 8 years old time while in vacation, clean, cook, garden, go to the beach, for groceries, read, blog – and more…..
I get this Newscientist and Discover magazine -they both are great to read easy way to know what is happening , then I fly through internet to read, to know…
so, I never get bored.
You are so funny! But I completely understand!! I only started blogging a few months ago. I thought I would stop after the winner announcement…but I can't seem to. I keep logging off and trying to do other things, but every time I get a free moment, I am right back at it. (Probably because I have been in major procrastination mode for things I have to do for work, etc.).
Luba – one more thing. I think you will like this link as well. It is from HGTV's sister Network DIYNetwork.com. It is called Eco-living made easy and has all kinds of information, including videos, on everything from auditing your house for energy leaks to using vinegar for cleaning. When I was there before, they had a link to 100 Green Ideas for your Home (or something like that) – but I couldn't find that particular section today. Here is the link:
http://www.diynetwork.com/green-living-made-easy/...
I still would have liked the home to be in Michigan but Mass is nice.
I can still hope that we will soon have a winter wonderland to look forward to.Maybe the next Dream Home will be on the sunny shores of northern Lake Michigan or Lake Huron.
Until then, start cooking the lobster i love it dipped in butter with a long island ice tea.!!!!!aaahhhhh
I got it right, I knew it was Massachusetts
Hi Bloggers, this is a two part post for lobster lovers:
Talking about Plymouth and great seafood, here's one tall fish story: come early June, lobsters begin to shed their shells in order to grow new ones. So from July through October, more or less, you can choose between dining on soft shell or hard shell lobster.
So what's the difference? Seems this depends on who you talk to! Some experts will tell you that the amount of meat you get from a soft shell lobster is much less. As a result, they're often used in lobster rolls or other dishes. and they sell for less money per pound than the hard shells. Taste wise, they are pretty much the same, but you can always find an opinion about the merits of one over the other in conversations with serious lobster connoisseurs. I'm sure I couldn't tell the difference, and besides, I want to save my decision making for the choice of wine.
However, some folks actually prefer the soft shell critters, saying that they're easier to open for one thing, and you're not paying for the extra weight of a hard shell. Either way, just steam, add drawn butter, and I'm happy.
Regardless, hard shell or soft, freshness is very important. Of course, they are usually purchased live from a tank, but even then, you have to know what to look for. Watch them wander the tank for a minute or two, and focus on the more livelier ones. Also look at their antennae—the ones that have been around the block will invariably have their antennae cut or chewed down by their tank mates. And finally, don't be afraid to pick them up to make sure they're not weak or barely hanging on. You want your lobster to be strong, active, and with a bit of an attitude. But if you're going to be boiling them, drop those guys in head first—you don't want them talking back to you!
Interesting fact! I knew all about soft shell crabs – but had never heard about soft shell lobsters. It makes perfect sense though. Well I learned something new today – so thanks for that. I agree with you that at the end of the day – its all about the freshness, drawn butter, and the wine.
Well, it is addictive, it feels like you are not alone in home office….and some people are really nice, or are on the same wavelength. I even do not go anymore to CNN site!
– and I am not Spanish at all….maybe in previous life — just joking
This is more exciting! I told myself I will stop blogging, few times. Well I did not. It takes just 2-3 days of waiting, then I go back -curiosity kills the cat….
what is nice here that bad, mean imitations of bloggers are not allowed here. I loved the Napa valley home, I love Napa valey, was there once, loved it. And coming from a wine country I could imagine myself to be there….
but, did not win, so I told myself that I do not really like victorian style. Then I fell in love with greenhome 2009, did not win, but still like it. I think that this spanish-stucco style house is in my veins
Glenn, you need to unwind from everyday-grey activities as work, cooking, chasing butterflies and so on.
Nice talking to you!
thanks, I am snooping around there right now!
I hope the designer will make this house with ocean flair = at least in one room: wooden floors painted/stained light color -like white, or blueish wash, with breezy curtains and colors of sea glass and ocean combined with sand and blue sky…..with some accents of sunny colors…..I hope it will be warm and cozy home with all the strength to face winters and hot humid summers….i wish they might put there little green house/room for plants and herbs to grow all year around.
Heated floors at least in bathrooms ( we have one -we dit it on our own, and it is so so pleasant in cold days.). Fireplace is nice, but it is not too eco friendly, burning wood emits bad.
I also loved the open floor plan in Green home 2009.
Oh, but you have to try it. Because once you figure it out, then we can follow your posts and get emails of your replies. I just started today and it's neat that replies to your posts get sent to your email. Plus you can get an email when anyone whose post you want to follow.bAs the saying goes "try it, you'll like it"
So great to have a neighborhood blogger to keep us even more informed than HGTV has time to do. They do have to get busy building our next gream home. Thanks for the info, will look forward to more updates.
Isn't it just soooooo much fun figuring it all out.
Come on Glenn, we want to see your pic too.
No, no, I am the most curious Kat ;-]]
That may be why I'm subscribed to about 20 green online newsletters (no paper wasted) and have compiled an ever increasing database of green links covering many, many topics from art to children to movies, building materials, recycling, activism and more. I LOVE the internet and how I can learn so much without leaving home, plus make new friends on the gream blog.
I hope your beach weather is better than my thunderstorms here, warm water is nicer when it can be enjoyed.
Also check out the website http://www.filterforgood.com it also has`tips for going green.
I'm going to check that one out once I get done catching up on all the gream blogs. Thanks for letting us know about the site. I love DIY projects. Still trying to figure one out for those horrid disposable razors (can't talk Jack out of them), plus another way to upcycle those burned out incandescent lightbulbs- one can only make so many hanging vases (only idea I found so far).
I wonder if they will still use solar panels in New England with the snow. Although I don't know how the panels on the last 2 GHs will fare in the storms. Just noticed that the house we're moving into here in southern Florida had 2 sets of solar panels, which are now metal frames and shattered glass. Maybe these newer ones are sturdier, hope so for the new owners.
Maybe they will use the solar panels. GlennNYC, your DIY network link has a video on solar panels that are made in Marlboro, MASS so looks like they can source locally for GH2010.
LOL Kat – I will. Just haven't uploaded any recent photos. Do they still have those glamour shot places in the malls?
Luba I agree with you! That Spanish style GH really got under my skin too. Although, I was born here in the USA (Key West, FL actually), my grand parents are from Spain – so I definitely have it in my veins and love all things Mediterranean. Nice peaking with you too.
Great! I went there a week ago and spent hours reading the articles and watching the videos. As I said earlier, when I was on the site last time, there was a link that listed 100 Green Tips – and it was great…but I couldn't find it today for the life of me.
BTW – did you notice the Blog Cabin?? They are going to start the giveaway sweepstakes next month – so we will have something to occupy us while we wait for DH & GH 2010
You know, I too have always wondered about what would happen to those solar panels during a hurricane. I am sure Jack and the Leon the builder took every precaution. I think I read somewhere that they did. BTW – congrats on finding a house!!! I remember reading that you were thinking about moving out of your condo – but didn't realize that you had found a place. That must be exciting. You are in S. Florida right? Dade County I think? I grew up there and most of my family still lives there, so I go down often.
Couldn't tell you. The few times I go to the mall, it's to a restaurant or the movies. Trying hard to be green & limit the consumerism. Now if only they would show Food Inc at Aventura, but no it's only way out in Sunriise.
Just renting for now, but I like the house even though it's older. Appliances look like half are still from the 80's. But with 160 ft on the intercoastal and the beach now in walkiing/biking distance it's a great location. Yes. Dade County (barely, ii's in Golden Beach so Broward is a 5 minute walk on the beach). I love sitting out on the dock, so peaceful by the water. Naturally though I was in the front yard pruning and weeding yesterday when 2 dolphins were swimming by the dock. Guess I'll be in the backyard more hoping to glimpse my slippery neighbors, although I did manage to scare the iguana away in the morning, I was just as startled to see him, but he left before I could introduce myself. He probably won't like me much since I'm going to move those 2 plants he's been killing by eating all the leaves so I can try to save them and move them to the front yard.
I haven't been to many places in the USA, so wherever HGTV builds a beautiful GREENHOME, I am willing to go there and live….
BUILD IT, AND I WILL COME! WHOO! HOO! I AM A DREAMIN PILGRIM!!! hehe
LOVE MY HGTV!!
And trying my best to live green!!!
STEVE E= PLEASE, Stay on the blog. You are our "eyes" ! I already have a few questions:
1. How far of a drive is it, to (Downtown Boston), in "Rush Hour" Traffic?
2. I'm under the impression that the Cape is pretty much a vacation resort—- is that true?— I've never been there
3. What other cities surround it (for employment purposes)— other than Boston?
4. How Cold is the COLDEST day in January or February? Is it warmer than Boston?
Thanks==== Diana
Hi Danny!
1. I'd read through the blog, ( Website Update )—- read through CHAD P.'s posts—- maybe find it there
2. I'll be doing this myself this weekend or next— I went to Best Buy, and asked a computer techie. He said, " Go to the INTENSE DEBATE website ( you can click on it at the bottom of this page)—- and LOOK for ACCOUNT SETTINGS— or something like that—" There will probably be a link somewhere (I think on the Right Side of the Intense Debate site )– that will enable you to upload a picture
Diana
SHOW ME THE GREEN= yeah, I'm still working on this myself too!
LESSIE= Count me in! I'm planning on going too! I think that MARIE MILLER is planning on going too! I'm going, as long as I can tie in Las Vegas with it. —- But— it is in OCTOBER. The (Balloon Festival) starts on Saturday, October 3— just wanted to let you know, if you want to start planning ahead.
http://www.balloonfiesta.com/
http://www.balloonfiesta.com/content/2009-schedul...
Diana
HAHAHA! I went to one of them one time for a photo for an ad I was placing on shopping carts……yes, yes….I said shopping carts….LOL….anyway, after they were done with me, I didn't even look like myself…AND they wanted to put a feather boa around my neck….so I paid for my pictures, gave my husband the one with the feather boa and went to Sears to have my professional picture retaken for the shopping cart.
Living the Dream!
COMPASS ROSE= Please Stay on the blog—- so that you can give up updates, etc…. and be our "eyes. OK, so now we know of two locals in the neighborhood—- this is a good thing
Wow! That sounds great. You are so lucky.! There aren't too many people who can say that they have dolphins who swim in their back yard.
As for the iguana – I don't recall them being native to S. Florida when I grew up there. Are they something relatively new – like all the pythons that escaped during hurricane Andrew and/or have been released into the population by pet owners?
I just did a quick search and answered my own question. Here are two links that may be helpful to you:
http://www.greenigsociety.org/feraligs.htm
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/IN528 (this link is from U of F and lists the iguana's favorite plants as well as its least favorite)
THRILLED about a location with four distinct seasons. To make this home as year-round sustainable as the green home in Florida, I hope you're adding a glass green house in the back yard. A green house to grow vegetables and/or fruits year round would so make this the ultimate efficient residence.
Do we hit reply to our email notification
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Not sure. I don't think so. I think it would go back to Intense Debate. However, if you hit "Go to Comment" – it takes you directly to the blog page where the comment is so you can find it easier to reply.
Soft shell lobster?! I'm with GlennNYC, I know about soft shell crabs but never heard of soft shell lobsters.
As for picking them up to make sure they're feisty, I'll leave that to someone else. My goodness Show Me. When you research a topic, you research it fully. Good job!
GLENN NYC=
Apparently—- the "Story" is— is that someone brought one or a few of them over from (South America. )This is the "Story" that I heard. I left the Ft.Lauderdale area 10 years ago— so haven't lived over there in a while.
We don't have iguana's over here in Ft.Myers/Tampa. (I'm Glad about that)— But—- that's the story that I was told, and they started Mating—- and now there are in abundance over on the East Coast.
I have a (little) lizard in my garage right now—- can't get the thing–don't want to hurt it. They are so fast, and run so fast, and then hide. < HA HA their tail always gives them away> Hopefully it will find it's way out eventually.
Diana
Terrific idea, Pat!
this would really make a wonderful retirement home for my children and grandchildren….beautiful ocean brizzes, three changes of seasons, wonderful food,especially fresh lobster, just to mention a few…would I love to win this one.
Breaking news (for dessert/sweet lovers): a new store has just opened as of July 1 at 6 Town Wharf on the Plymouth, MA waterfront. And the store sells? Well, in Great Britain they're called fairy cakes, we call them cupcakes in the US, and the new business's name is Cupcake Charlie's.
Mmmm, imagine, a variety of freshly baked cupcakes from which to choose—simple to sinful—and they take special orders. I bet HGTV could get some yummy cupcakes made up with green frosting for the 2010 Green Home ground-breaking celebration.
I think that if I were the winner of the Pinehills Green Home, I'd find myself over at Cupcake Charlie's quite often…but, hey, even if I were just an ordinary tourist in Plymouth, I'd zero right in on those cupcakes, probably once a day at least!
Hello Kat, the most curious and green cat
our beach was pleasant, about 78 F outside, the water is could, I go only if it is really warm or very hot outside. My 8 years old daughter will stay in water till shivering, and then she will still insists that she is not cold. Weather was nice, but it is supposed rain Saturday …again. I guess this year decided to be wet. It is better than too dry. I remember dry summer, plants and grass were dying, and it was hard to breathe…
If you have some more interesting links, please let me know, I love to explore!
I did not notice it…lately I am just like this road runner – running from one thing to another. Have to slow down or I will get lost in the wind!!!! And summer is supposed to be some kind of relaxation….I am going to explore soon…
Glenn, what you do for living? I am animator, illustrator, designer: web, exhibits, and semi interior designer.
I think that solar panels energy can be stored.
Oh, my! I love dolphins! You are so lucky. They are such a wonderful animals/fishes! And have nice – warm weather all year is so great.
How do you like those tiny electric green lizards? I love them, i think they are so cute. And the flowers – i love oleander, plumeria, agave, palm trees.
That iguana is funny. I have hostas in front of our house, and deer comes to eat it! We live in center of town…. and we saw foxes, owls, hawks, racoons, turtles, ducks, seagulls, family of deers, skunks -unbelievable.
Glenn, I am from central Europe -Czech-Austrian with some very distant French and Italian ancestors…. I used to be fluent in slovak, russian, spanish and french, I speak Czech, English now mostly.
I think this spanish-mediterranean style is very cozy, comforting, and has life, spark, spice too.
I love Mediterranean, especially around Italy, Yugoslavia, southern France. I never went to Spain, I wish … The food out there is so delicious!
When I see this mediterranean style, it almost feels like you can smell the air, the food, the wine, olives, oranges…
I remember being on vacation on Yugoslavian island Hvar, which is covered by lavender all around, and filled with cicadas, the air, the whole island smells like lavender. And cicadas? After few minutes you forget their noise. The water was clear, pleasant, people were nice, the slender cyprusses….this was long time ago….
Good morning……we've finally got some summer sunshine for the weekend…got a lot of catching up to do in the yard….gardens are pretty water logged from all the rain we've had recently. Hoping to be able to take a ride through the Pinehills this weekend to have a look around. Gonna go now and sit outside with my morning coffee….the sun it out!!!!!
Luba send me your email & I will send you my most current excel file of links. My email is ecochickat@yahoo.com
— On Sat, 7/11/09, IntenseDebate Notifications <notifications@intensedebatemail.com> wrote:
I live in the next town to Plymouth, Onset, work in Buzzards Bay – when Massachusetts came up, there was only on developement I could think of that would be large enough to advertise with HGTV – used to ride dirt bikes and hunt there 35 years ago – Plymouth is by far the largest area town in Mass – need a local questoin about southeast MA – if I don't have the answer I will know someone who does……………….
I LOVE CUPCAKES!!!!! Thanks, DB COOP—- your "Investigative Inquiries" are making this even more, of an Ideal Location!!!!
I remember seeing on the (Food Channel) once— I wish that I kept track of the name of the hotel, but didn't. But the Hotel in Boston has the "ultimate" ( every-thing Chocolate) BUFFET!!!!
I have to admit—- the bakeries up north are totally awesome. Never really ever found a "to-die for" bakery in Florida.
Diana
DIANE BREWER= I guess so, and you know, years ago, my Dad had a traveling job where he went to New England many times. (as well as the south too) As soon as I saw the picture of the city— I knew that it was Boston!
I'm so happy about this. I would LOVE to win this HOME!!!
Diana
Compassrose,
I'm glad you have great weather now. Enjoy it! After your trip to Pinehills, please give us an update . It's good to know that fellow bloggers live close enough to keep us informed.
Regarding the Chocolate Buffet: could that be at Cafe Fleuri, located in Boston's Langham Hotel? The Cafe Fleuri is famous for its Saturday Chocolate extravaganza.
One visit there would carry me all the way through Sunday on a sugar high!
What Chocolate Buffet? I've definitely got to visit there!!!
Is anyone (besides me) having trouble following comments? Need to send a post to Chad.
Thanks for the clarification Diana! The lizard in the garage story reminds me of when I was growing up and my mom would rotate plants between indoors and outdoors – invariably lizards would come in and she would always yell for me to come and catch them so I could release them back into the "wild"
Hi Luba – I too vacationed once in Hvar – a town called Starigrad if I recall. It was so beautiful!! And you are correct. The island was overrun by wild lavendar (and rosemary I think and the whole island smelled of it.
That was one of my best vacations. I was there in September and so there were not many tourists (no American's in site). Everyone assumed that I was Italian.
I remember arriving on the island and being greeted by locals who had rooms to rent. I rented a room from some woman for about $10 a day that was private, beautiful, clean and had sweeping views of the hills and Adriatic.
At sunset, I would go jogging along the coast, then for a dip in the Adriatic. On my way back, there was this guy who ran a bar that was right on the water, carved into a rock on cliff. You would walk down and sometimes he would be napping and would wake up and just start prepare drinks as we watch the sunset. Ah, thanks for bringing back such a fond memory!!
Yes, I get lost in my internet searches as well. Sometimes I have so many windows and tabs open, I can't remember what I started out looking for in the first place! I have a background in Advertising and media, but over the past year I've been working with a friend who started a new company that focuses on natural remedies to improve skin and heal scars, psoriasis, etc. It has been a great experience – but stressful trying to launch a new company in this economic environment -as I am sure that you can imagine.
Plymouth Massachusetts??? Really??? Oh I spent so many of my younger years there… I LOVE PLYMOUTH!!! It would be wonderful to be back in Massachusetts near family… I will enter everyday and imagine being green on top of everything else! Heavenly thoughts…
Hello Pilgrims: I just joined Coop for a slice of chocolate cake for lunch, but I think I'll be ready for a nap when I come down from that sugar rush!
I'm glad to see Coop is doing a good job keeping up with fellow Green-landers AND Dream-landers. A bit of trial and error involved, like most things technical these days.
Go Green—Live Lean!
Glen, this is amazing! Not too many people from here went to Hvar! I love that island!
-just joking…
I also went to Selce, and Istra – both near Italian border. It was always pleasant.
In Hvar I was on the end of June. In Istra it was in July, 1981. When did you go there?
Yes, one of the best vacations on my side too.
Yhe memories can get strong and vivid, relived in few seconds of memory flash -when you feel the air, smell the flowers etc…
You on the top of dream home -this is so funny! How did you get yourself up there? Teleportation?
I know growing pains of a company. My daughter started her company some time ago, I know the challenge….check out lucita.net. This is our company.
My background is art, animated movies for children ( back in Europe), here it is animations, graphics for media, illustrations, and web design.
nice chatting with you!
I know – every time I smell lavender I am transported back to that island. I can't remember exactly when I went – it was still Yugoslavia back then. I think it was in the mid 90s when I went.
RE: the picture on the rooftop – lol, I used the photo booth function on my mac…
Wow. Great website! Bravo. Very nicely done. It is so crisp clean yet visually stimulating. Looks like you have worked on some very interesting projects as well. Good luck, I wish you the very best success.
For the local green shoppers among us, check out Plymouth's Farmer's Market, held rain or shine mid-June through October—Thursdays from 2:30 to 6:30 PM at Stephens Field, south of Plymouth Center, and on the Courthouse Green from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM every Saturday.
What else have I learned? Well, that Cape Cod lays claim to the majority of cranberry production in the United States. Cranberries (originally known as craneberries) were introduced to the Pilgrims in the early 1600's, and believe it or not, a recipe for mashed cranberry first appeared in The Pilgrim Cookbook in 1633. which seems to lend credence to the historical accuracy about the early Pilgrims getting "sauced" at Thanksgiving dinner. Read all about it, and much more, at the capecodtravel website.
Great to hear of the location!! Sorry it took me so long to post!! I have been work full-time with overtime and go to school online also!! I appreciate Plymouth, MA despite how much I wanted St. Louis!! (I guess that arch is outside of MO afterall!) I look forward to another year of being wowed and owed!
Now "bear" with me, Pilgrims—it seems San Pedro Overlook isn't the only HGTV location that is making news: just days ago, a Plymouth woman reported seeing a bear Tuesday morning in a wooded area along Route 3, in the latest in a rash of bear sightings in the region, officials said today. Locals say they are coming closer to surrounding neighborhoods looking for food (they've probably heard about the new Cupcake Charlie's store on the Plymouth waterfront. After all, news travels fast in the woods.)
HGTV and Plymouth rocks!
Maybe they are looking for cran'bear'ries….corny, I know but I couldn't resist!
Living the Dream!
LOL! Okay, I'll try to make up for my last comment with some pertinent information:
Plymouth Rock Studios is a film and television digital studio complex in Plymouth, Massachusetts slated to open in 2010. The state-of-the-art and user-friendly development will include 14 sound stages and a 10-acre back lot, plus production offices, post production facilities, a theater, offices and an amenity village. The project will create over 2,000 high income jobs and provide the infrastructure for sustained growth of the entertainment industry in New England.
The studio will attract film and television productions looking to take advantage of the state’s 25% film tax credit and give talented students and creative professionals the option to remain in or return to the region. Plymouth Rock Studios, the world’s first LEED® certified green studio campus, will be the premier destination for the arts and entertainment community.
How great is that? They are referring to it as Hollywood East!
Living the Dream!
I think the Plymouth Rock Studios is a great move on Massachusetts part, as long as they don't steal my signoff line:
"HGTV and Plymouth Rocks!"
Coop – Maybe you could get royalties every time they use that line!
Living the Dream!
THANKS DB COOP!!! I've saved the name of this hotel—- It sounds familiar—- I know that this is it! You are amazing— how you are always able to find all of this information!!!
I am living in Kansas and have never been to the East Coast. I have heard stories about the area and would love to visit. Unfortunately, my company closed and laid off over 500 people so now it comes to retraining and a different job. The first picture of the area for the new HGTV 2010 home is quite lovely.
LynnCoggin, not a bad idea, but I see two problems right away with trying to collect royalties on my signoff line: first, I doubt that HGTV would be willing to pay me royalties when I'm using THEIR acronym, and second, I'm sure that the other half of my signoff line, "Plymouth Rocks", isn't the first time it's ever been thought of…however, I bet it IS the first time both HGTV and Plymouth have been used together that way!
I still like the idea of a t-shirt that says "I'm an original 2010 HGTV Pilgrim" on the front, and "Plymouth Rocks" on the back. Okay, I may have to share royalties with HGTV on that one as a commerical venture. Otherwise, I can imagine getting a "surprise van" visit from HGTV, only the van would be filled with Scripps Networks Interactive legal eagles, and they wouldn't be filming for the winner's reveal!
NOT the kind of "surprise" visit I'd be looking forward to….
WOW, I love the sea, Lobster & cape cod style homes plus being Green. This is perfect for me & the kids.
I hope GlennNYC didn't mind my using him as a shining example in this ongoing ID format learning process.
DB COOP= You are talking about San Pedro in New Mexico, and Not Cape Cod, right??? I thought that the only things in Cape Cod were those fiesty lobsters and crabby clams—– HA HA HA HA—- oh, and great info. on the Cranberries too, and the Farmers Market. You Never cease to amaze me with your wealth of information.
For a while there—- I was Totally Convinced that you were a resident in Georgia— because you knew so much about it. Maybe at some point in the future, Jack will rethink Reynolds Plantation
Diana
Great Idea, DB COOP—– Remember this idea when way, way in the Future—- we will be planning and talking about the "Bloggers Party" on the Cape
Diana
Thanks—- I don't think so. This is all new to me too. Now, I still have to look at my pictures to see about posting it. But I may just have to take another picture of myself (that is more of a close up)
I still don't know how to post a picture on t his site. DO YOU KNOW HOW TO DO THAT? I went to the (Intense Debate) site, and don't see a link on where to do it
Diana
Not at all DBCoop
Sorry, Diana, I'm not the one to ask about posting a photo. I think most of HGTV's senior posters (time here on the blog, not age!) know of my penchant for privacy. Going public is not an option, so I'm not up on ID's photo posting process.
Diana, come to think of it, I might want to cut some of the verbage out of my t-shirt's front slogan from "I'm an original 2010 HGTV Pilgrim" to "I'm a 2010 HGTV Pilgrim". What do you think?
"Plymouth Rocks!"
That was a Great Idea for a picture, GLENN NYC. So, you must have visited the Green Home in Pt.St. Lucie , huh?—- real Great Pic!
I'm having trouble—- It'll be a few days before I find a picture, etc… I may have to get another one taken that is more of a close up–but still not understanding the (Intense Debate) website
Diana
DB COOP=
Yes, maybe a Better Idea—- LOL LOL—- I'm glad that you have Joined all of us on this blog, too!!! Haven't heard from Marie Miller in a while—-
Well—- off now to try and figure out this (Intense Debate) website.
Diana
Coop, I'm doing a reply so I can figure this out. How do you know if what you're reading in the Newest Comments block is a reply or an original post? Is there a way to quickly determine it's location without clicking on the person's name because that method also throws off the rhythm?
Lynn, this sounds great! Maybe the 2010 Green Home winner can get a part-time job there.
Sounds like a good idea to me Diana.
Hold on to your keyboards, bloggers: I may be a little slow, but I've just discovered that in the "Newest Comments" block at the upper right, if you see a comment that is a "Reply" to a previous comment, rather than an original "stand-alone" comment, and you want to LOOK FOR ITS PLACE in the thread quickly, just click on the posters signin name (such as GlennNYC). That will take you to GlennNYC's ID page, with a history of his comments. Then, click on the highlighted heading FOR THAT PARTICULAR COMMENT/THREAD (such as "We Want Your Input"), which will take you, like magic, right to the place and time that the reply was made.
Blazing new trails as HGTV Pilgrim pioneers….
Hi there! DIANA & MARIE – If you go to the Intense Debate website, go to 'Edit Profile'. There is a spot on the right side of the page that says 'Upload Avatar' where you can add a photo. You can click 'Browse' and go to the file where your pictures are located. Mine is under 'My Pictures'. Yours could possibly be under 'My Documents' and then under 'My Pictures'. Let me know if you have any problems.
Hope this helps!
Living the Dream!
LYNN COGGIN= Thank You— I've been thinking about where have you been??? And you came back on the blog just in the nick of time— I was almost ready to give up, and just accept the fact that I'll "just be doing the old-fashioned blogs"—- but— thank God— Finally Figured it out !!!
I think what happened— was that when I First signed on originally— for some reason, did not do it right. I was always getting
e-mails, but could never enter in a (password), and— it always said — ( Log In Name already in Use)—- so I had no other choice—- I just Now Registered using a different name— and whoalla—- it worked!!!! Now I see all of the Options that I shoud have been seeing!!! ( for the pictures, etc…)
I'LL TRY TO CATCH YOU LATER THIS WEEK OR NEXT WEEKEND THOUGH— still have to put the pictures in my computer (from my camera)— and may even have to take another picture of myself that is more of a (close up)
THANKS for your Help—- I REALLY APPRECIATE IT!!! I'll catch up with you though, later this week— or next weekend— but at least I'm on the Right Track
Talk Later
Diana
Hi Diana – no I was just messing around and superimposed a pic of myself with the GH in the background. I never did get to visit the GH.
RE: Your picture upload. I think the first thing that you need to do is to register on Intense Debate. I think there should be a button on located at the bottom of this list of posts for you to do that. Or I think you can click here and do it http://intensedebate.com/signup
Once registered you'll have a profile and there will be something that says Intense Debate Avatar on the right and a button beneath that says "Choose File" . Clicking that should allow you to upload your photo.
Hope this helps.
Hi Diana – no I was just messing around and superimposed a pic of myself with the GH in the background. I never did get to visit the GH.
RE: Your picture upload. I think the first thing that you need to do is to register on Intense Debate. I think there should be a button on located at the bottom of this list of posts for you to do that. Or I think you can click here and do it http://intensedebate.com/signup
Once registered you'll have a profile and there will be something that says Intense Debate Avatar on the right and a button beneath that says "Choose File" . Clicking that should allow you to upload your photo.
Hope this helps.
Hi Diana – no I was just messing around and superimposed a pic of myself with the GH in the background. I never did get to visit the GH.
RE: Your picture upload. I think the first thing that you need to do is to register on Intense Debate. I think there should be a button on located at the bottom of this list of posts for you to do that. Or I think you can click here and do it http://intensedebate.com/signup
Once registered you'll have a profile and there will be something that says Intense Debate Avatar on the right and a button beneath that says "Choose File" . Clicking that should allow you to upload your photo.
Hope this helps.
Hi Diana – no I was just messing around and superimposed a pic of myself with the GH in the background. I never did get to visit the GH.
RE: Your picture upload. I think the first thing that you need to do is to register on Intense Debate. I think there should be a button on located at the bottom of this list of posts for you to do that. Or I think you can click here and do it http://intensedebate.com/signup
Once registered you'll have a profile and there will be something that says Intense Debate Avatar on the right and a button beneath that says "Choose File" . Clicking that should allow you to upload your photo.
Hope this helps.
Hi Diana – no I was just messing around and superimposed a pic of myself with the GH in the background. I never did get to visit the GH.
RE: Your picture upload. I think the first thing that you need to do is to register on Intense Debate. I think there should be a button on located at the bottom of this list of posts for you to do that. Or I think you can click here and do it http://intensedebate.com/signup
Once registered you'll have a profile and there will be something that says Intense Debate Avatar on the right and a button beneath that says "Choose File" . Clicking that should allow you to upload your photo.
Hope this helps.
OK, think that I got it now— YEAH!!!! But It'll be a few more days—maybe later in the week, or Next Weekend— when I can post a picture of myself— I think that I'll have to take one that is more of a (close up.)
Talk Later—- THANKS, LYNN
Diana
this is a test—- just (checking this)
so, just ignore this one, OK????
Talk Later
Diana
Lessie, here goes: there are 2 ways to tell whether a comment is an "original" or a "reply" (depending on how you have ID setup to sort comments, by "Date" or by "Last Activity". (Mine is set by "Date", I'll explain why later.) The easiest way I know is to go to the last page of the thread, see if the post in the "Newest Comments" box matches the last post of the thread. If so, it's an "original" comment. If NOT, (assuming ID is tracking properly) it's a "reply". To find the comment it pertains to, click on the poster's signin name, then click on the appropriate highlighted thread, which will take you right to it.
Are we having fun yet, Pilgrims?
The same with me – smell of lavender makes me go back in flash. And, do you remember coming back to the shore? Everything smelled so weird! NO lavender scent! Some places/events can really imprint in our memory, right?
Your presence in GH 2009:
you are so so funny! I love this idea! I would put myself in the lounge -near entrance or in screened porch. I just love this house. I would put apool instead of that sandy stripe. And I guess I would buy more land and plant more trees, and bushes. Only one thing this beauty is missing: office!
Glen, you are so kind, such a nice mind of yours. Such a nice person. Thank you so much. Any site you can show me? The company you are in seems to be pretty interesting itself. And I wish you the best too! So nice to talk to you.
Yes we did very interesting, and rewarding projects. My daughter went to Stanford, and it was the greatest place she could go to. She traveled great deal of world.
Thanks for the info. I can really get lost in this web/maize!
Wow! Lynn,
you get such a great informations. Thank you!
Pat,
yes,I agree, I wish it would be in every house….it could be attached to the house/garage…. I even would not mind to have a box window ( or so) for herbs, cilantro, and have veggies whole year around. Mainly tomatoes ( my choice). There is nothing better than fresh tomato with salt and extra-virgin olive oil….
Now, the other way to tell: click on sort by "Last Activity". This will bring up EITHER the most recent "original" comment OR a "reply" (attached to the original comment, regardless of how long ago the comment posted) Then, in "Newest Comments", by comparison, you can see whether the "Last Activity" post brought up was an original comment or a reply to it. However, sorting posts by "Last Activity", since it brings up comments AND replies in the order of posting, means that comments will be out of sequence, since any reply resets their order. I find that too distracting, so I keep things in "Date" order.
I had a lot of fun researching the clues for the GH 2010. I did a lot of reasearch on the mayflower, which reminded me that I am a direct descendant of william Bradford (our geneoloy lines are researched quite aways back). I had never read his journals before or studied up on the first years of the pilgrims, and it was great to see how much faith and courage and resilience they showed in such great trials, and how willing they were to share with those who were around them, even though that meant that they would go hungry themselves. Most of the indians in the area at the time were as willing to share or trade. The idea of Green Homes and living more in harmony with nature and being more ecologically friendly is something that the pioneers exemplified out of neccessity. If we are ever to be in a situation, that these pioneers were in and many others who have had to leave their homes in search of a better life, what greater example would we have than to read of things that pioneers throughout the world have had to do in order to survive.
The HGTV Green Home is a step in the right direction, although not extreme, since we cannot expect to throw ourselves into the roles of pioneers, when we have been pampered and so well taken care of, for so long. When considering a greener way of life we are making small improvements to be more self sufficient as these pioneers had to be. I applaud the HGTV Green Home Dream Team for choosing this location and I hope that during the process we do learn more of the struggles of the pioneers and even perhaps, how very possible it is that we may be in the same situation someday, if we do not act now to conserve energy and take better care of our environment, and become more self sufficient.
Ok I am stepping down from the rock now.
Coop,
Thanks for the explanations. I think I'll sort by date too instead of last activity. You're a good student because you've studied ID and know how it works. Needless to say, you've run circles aroud me. You and Marie Miller love challenges and have a competitive spirit. There's nothing you can't do if you desire to do it. That's why you'll always be young at heart!
As for me and my knowledge of ID, well I'll learn it sooner or later. Focusing on other projects I'm working on.
What a great heritage Cami5k! Did you ever think the search for the 2010 HGTV Green Home would take you back to your roots?
Thanks, DB COOP—- I agree— I've found that sorting by "Date" is a lot easier!
KAT= where are you? I'm ready to post that recipe— I've checked it over 2 times to make sure that I typed the measurements correctly— I'll check back in later— but going out for the day.
Diana
Cami5k,
Since you're passionate about this subject, have you thought about writing an article comparing our present economic situation to the pilgrims? They never lost hope and neither should we.
A better life may require getting rid of some of the things we take for granted in order to make real change. Change that positively affects the lives of those who come after us.
Lynn, you are so helpful to fellow bloggers. Thanks for taking time to help us out.
Lessie, I'd say that focusing on other projects as opposed to examining every facet of the ID format is a very good use of your time!
Unless pressed to do so, I think I know as much about the new format as I need to know. Being able to post, and follow along in the blogs relatively stress free is my goal, and I think I'm just about there.
Go Green—Live Lean
Renee,
where are you hiding?
Speaking of Marie Miller, is she on hiatus again this morning? Are you out there doing some research for a Green Home posting, Marie?
Not to mention GlennNYC, Katydid, EdinOregon. Pilgrims, where are you all? Tending livestock, toiling in the fields, sneaking cupcakes at the local bakery? Hope we don't have anyone locked up in the stocks on the town square for weekend indiscretions!
Lynn Coggin, hope your day is going smoothly. Are you busy scouting sites for new CBS videos?
PS: aha! I see GlennNYC has posted a good morning well wishes comment to Renee loves Green just an hour ago in the "We Want Your Input" thread.
Good Morning, New York City…well, at this point, Good Afternoon to all our fellow bloggers on the East Coast.
Good morning DBCoop! Morning/afternoon to all other fellow bloggers. Oh no, I am trying to forget about the cupcakes! Last night, my sweet tooth was large and in charge – to quell it – I had to restrain myself for venturing out. I would go for a walk or jog to pay for the weekend's transgressions but I fear that I would pass one too may bakery along the way
BTW – did we ever figure out what makes certain posts get stuck in the "Newest Comments" section? I noticed that today my reply to ReneeLovesGreen is stuck there – like DBCoop's "Cupcake Conundrum" post was stuck yesterday….Oops, did I mention cupcakes again!
I'll take Two of those Double Dark Fudge Chocalote Cupcakes please— who's counting calories? I'll start my diet tomorrow
Diana
LYNN COGGIN= When you can—- If you could help me—- OK, been posting a few blogs just to test this. ( I uploaded a picture in the avatar on the Intense Debate website)—- WHY ISN'T THE PIC SHOWING ON THE BLOG?
How do I do this? I did click on "upload", and also " saved it".
Thanks—- going out for the rest of the day—- I'll check the blog later—
Thanks Again
Diana
I had to upload my pict several times, even had to get gavatar….I think that this system has its flaws.
I think that weekends makes us crave for sweets! I made a strudel: phylo doe from pepperidge farm filled with apple chunks, raisins, walnuts, cinnamon – no sugar needed. Eat it warm or chilled.
I had hard time to post and reply, my Safari quit on me every time….
I think that weekends makes us crave for sweets!
, so I eat smaller portions. Love chocolate.
Yes, diet, I always say tomorrow, but then tomorrow is something good there…
Yum – that sound really good. I love strudel – and it sounds like you make it the European way – not too sweet.
lol!!
GlennNYC – Ditto! Nice job explaining to Diana! Hope it helps!
Living the Dream!
West Coast signing in Coop. I am afraid the new blog format has me reading & not posting very much. Still waiting for the floor plans for both the Green Home & the Dream Home. Not sure what happened to my fellow Oregonian & her MGTOD!
I can't wait unitl the DH2010 project is underway. It will be so exciting to see what they do with this home in The Pinehills.
I was wondering how many bedrooms this will be in the GH2010 and will there be a boys and girls room this time?
Okay Dianadiva, you'll take just two of those Double Dark Fudge Chocolate Cupcakes? Better make it two dozen, and pass'em around. We need some energy to maintain our blog staying power!
GlennNYC, not sure if this was the cause (possibly resolved by Chad at this point anyway), but my "Cupcake Conundrum" comment became "stuck" only after I noticed a typo and went back to edit it. That brought it up to the "Newest Comments" box, where it sat like guests overstaying their welcome at a dinner party!
Good to hear from you, EdinOregon. Posting is good, reading along is fine; at least we know you're out there in the Oregon sunshine supporting the HGTV troops.
Speaking of, do you think MARY will be making a strategic move in the very near future? Perhaps by changing tactics and posting a new thread with those long sought-after houseplans? Just think of the morale boost….
Diana, don't know if this would be an issue for you, however, I've found that if I access the internet through AOL and go into the blogs using AOL, I cannot sign-in using my ID account. If I use Internet Explorer (version 7 or newer) to access the blogs, I have no problem at all using my ID account.
This is a "just in case" notice.
Hi Diana, I'll give it a try –
When you scroll to the bottom of this post do you see an area that says: "Post as a guest" or "Log in – Sign Up" ? If so, click on the word "Log in" and then it will ask you to enter your user name or email address (for example I would enter GlennNYC in that box) and then you'll need to enter your password (the one you used when setting up the Intense Debate account) and that should do the trick.
You will know that you are logged in because when you are posting a new comment you will see "Posting as Diana" (or whatever your ID username is) right below the comment box where you enter your text.
Right now, i can tell you are only posting as a guest because I am not able to click on your "avatar picture" or name. If you were signed in it would allow me to.
Good luck
Busy moving into new house, no internet there except on my iPhone & it doesn't like the new format, when I have a few minutes to look at posts I can only see normal posts, no replies & really haven't had time to look much, moving is so much work. I do check my email though so replies to my posts I get that way & then answer directly to that person.
Hi all,
sorry I haven't been on lately, I have been very busy moving and spending most of my time at the new house where the internet won't get connected until Friday or maybe even the following Tuesday. I'm not5 ignoring anyone & I'll try to read the blog on my phone when I can, but I can't post or read replies, only the old formats. I can't wait to have some down time to catch up on all I've missed the past few days & maybe we'll have a new topic also. Until then, have a great week.
Coop, GlennNYC, and Dianadiva,
You're bad, bad, bad. Cupcakes and chocolate. Dianadiva, double dark fudge chocolate….. That's so wrong. Why tortue a chocolate lover, especially with cupcakes? Where's the blogger unity? What about blogger love? Now I need some chocolate to relieve the stress……..
Coop,
"…guests overstaying their welcome at a dinner party." That's a good one. You're too kind.To solve that problem I'd serve the final course outside. Then I'd sneak back inside, turn out the lights and go to bed. Yeah, I know thats bad. See what happens when I need a chocolate fix.
who needs to wait for a weekend for cravings? It's Monday & now I have to go find one of my dark chocolate bars – thankz bloggers for the cravings. Thought we were trying to be green & consume less??? But I need to start consuming a bit more tomorrow- I received a big delivery of organics today – grapes, pineapple, strawberries, blueberries, kale and more. But I still haven't finished last week's share!! Anyone need some veggies???
yes, the way my mom, my grandmother used to do it! there is a secret : sauteed breadcrumbs, apples cut in chunks, not rolled, just folded doe….we – my daughter and me -made five of them – and ate one right away! I felt so terribly guilty and stuffed….but I could not help it….
European pastry id to die for. The right amount of sweetness, taste, melting points…..I cannot continue, bc I will drooll like a dog!
this is very attractive!
Well, I have to confess: I do not wait for weekends, I sneak in refrigerator -where I keep my chocolates, and eat – little by little….I am like the famous bird ostrich: if no one sees me, no one knows -only me!
It seems that Luba has some commonsense. She talks about drooling over those delicious pastries, and rightly so, while I'm talking about drooling onto the keyboard over floorplans!
Who's got their priorities in order here?! Not yours truly, apparently.
Hi Luba! I have so enjoyed reading your comments and posts backand forth between you and GlennNYC…what interesting lives you have led!
Lessie & Luba – Maybe we could all get jobs there!
Living the Dream!
Luba, keep drooling over those delicious pastries. That's a good thing. Coop, drooling over the keyboard isn't bad either, especially if feasting on the 2010 Dream or Green Home floor plans.
DBCOOP,
— or do you?
you made me laugh so hard that I almost fell from the chair!!!!!
Are you an architect? Be careful – you do not want to make a chocolate house!!
I think I will be laughing from my dreams tonight…
For all of you Chocolate Lovers out there…Sante Fe is a good place for you…
http://www.kakawachocolates.com/
Mmmmmm!
Living the Dream!
Thank you, he is one of best bloggers here. I really like to read his blogs.
I met today on beach another artist – she paints these beautiful landscapes, breath-taking ones. I met on this beach a lot of artists from many countries – being one myself. I think that this beach is magnetic to art personalities and should be renamed to "Artists beach". Life can be so interesting if you look behind the visible – see the sparkling light in droplet of water, see the beauty around in little overlooked things, nature, just the clouds on sky….the smell of flowers, sun – yes sunshine has this scent which is subtle, dreamy. The sound of waves, the sound of kids playing…
these make us rich in soul, mind.
But I would not mind at all to get job there. I used to work in Movies -animated movies, then for TV, for production companies. It is attractive, but crazy field…one has to have personality for it. In TV the speed of work is very fast. Adrenaline booster, you get so high energized. Some people can burn in 2 years, and need break. Movies are different – different world. Animated movies are more calm, it is so rewarding to give life to the characters – and then to see children to love it, enjoy it..
Lessie, I think we all got hooked on chocolate and these earthy necesities : food, sweets – ah I love chocolates, especially the Lindt with nuts, or oranges filling, or brandy filling….Ok, it is midnight, no caffeine for me! In NYC is a store with Belgium chocolates which are from heaven. SO So good!
Wow – DBCoop – I think you are correct. I've been away from the blogs for several hours and now I am trying to track all the previous threads…and I'm getting all twisted around. I think I am going to have to hire an assistant just to track all the threads… or I will need to eat more and more chocolate – Oops sorry Lessie!!! I did it again.
Thank for the link LynnCoggin…I will have to explore! Speaking of chocolate – Has any one tried Vogues Chocolate? I found them at Whole Foods here in NYC and they are out of this world. All organic /Green and some very interesting flavors. I tried the Habana bar – which was chocolate with plantain chips (i love that whole salty – sweet thing). Anyway, for the really decadent – they even have a chocolate bacon bar – I did not try that. It sounds gross – but who knows could be good if you like applewood smoked bacon + choc. Here's a link: <a href=”http://www.vosgeschocolate.com/green” target=”_blank”>http://www.vosgeschocolate.com/green (Luba – their website needs some help..maybe you should approach them.)
Luba – your "drool like a dog" comment made me laugh so hard. I loved it.
Kat – hope all is going well with the move – don't give any of your extra produce to your new Iguana house mate! (I read somewhere that if you feed them, you will be overrun with a whole colony of Iguana's before you know it.).
Okay – I must sign off for now. Good night and "sweet" dreams.
Working my around all these threads in both blogs is a time-consuming prospect, and I've got 20 minutes to get ready and get out for my exercise walk or be left in the dust—so see y'all later.
And stay away from those chocolates—they're ALL MINE!
Luba, you're my chocolate soul mate!!!! I'll be in NYC in August. What's the name of that store with Belgium chocolates? I need to go there!
Hey Lynn,
Checked out the link. Drinking chocolates?! Who wants to drink them? I want to GUZZLE them!!!
GlennNYC,
You posted a bogus link!!! Tried to access Vogues Chocolates and couldn't. Where is that whole foods store in NYC? Will personally sample what they offer.
Chocolate bacon bar?! Sounds like an oxymoron but if I can stand it, I may even try that too. Now that's what I call sweet and salty.
P.S. All this talk about chocolate may cause me to take a break and twitch, I mean walk to the store. Hope chocolate lovers recognize the "chocolate trembles….
Neighbor just came by to invite me over for cake and ice cream. That chocolate itch was quickly scratched. Things are looking up…
Okay Lessie I'm going to try this again. I think I figured out the problem. If you have web links and you edit your comments…it breaks the links for some reason. So
http://www.vosgeschocolate.com
http://www.magnoliacupcakes.com
http://www.chocolatebarnyc.com
Okay Lessie I'm going to try this again. I think I figured out the problem. If you have web links and you edit your comments…it breaks the links for some reason. So
http://www.vosgeschocolate.com
http://www.magnoliacupcakes.com
http://www.chocolatebarnyc.com
Oh heck – here's one more that needs mentioning Lessie:
Kee's chocolate.
http://www.keeschocolates.com
Handmade right here in the city. They have really interesting and exotic flavors like: Blood Orange, Lemon Basil, Honey Saffron, Kaffir Lime, Fennel, and then there are the ones made with Champagne or Cognac!
Okay…gotta go run some errands and pick up a few things…hmmm, I wonder if any of these errands will take me by any of the above mentioned shops….
Okay Mary – help us, we need a distraction – see what we've been reduced to here on the blogs. Throw us a bone to distract us (preferably a heavy solid chocolate bone!)
you are so funny!
GlennNYC,
These links work!!! Just tell me how far I am from each. I'll be at NY Marriott Marquis Hotel. Are they within walking distance? If not, I have a bus pass and will find them. Will not hesitate to drag my brother with me to search for these chocolate delights!
GlennNYC,
I see your detailed post in the "Newest Comments" section at the right but I can't find it in the blog. Will try Coop's method and click on your name so I can find your post.
GlennNYC,
Clicked on your name like Coop suggested and still couldn't find your comment on the right. CHAD, PLEASE HELP!!!
Is it just me…or is my looong initial chocolate reply lost? I see it in the "Newest Comments" – but I don't see it in the blog on page 9 where it should be. Weird…
Well anyway Lessie, I'm glad you got the last two responses. The Marriot Marquis is very centrally located – so you could definitely walk if you like long city walks and the weather is nice (so far, the temps here in the city this summer have been very mild – but in August it's a crap shoot).
If you need an NYC Chocolate Lovers tour guide – I'm available – Will work for bon bons
Mary,
I think it's time that you step in and take control of this blog. It's becoming chocolate lover's fantasty rather than HGTV Green Home!
Please help a sista out and post the Dream Home floor plans or the Green Home floor plans so we can have something else to focus on.
Need a break. Going to my neighbor's for cake and ice cream!
yeah – I saw that too! I thought it was my browser (I'm using Safari on my mac – which sometimes doesn't play well with certain websites)…but now, I think it just got lost somewhere because I tried to edit my typos after I had posted….maybe all the html links got flagged when I reposted
LOL Are we on the HGTV or Food Network blogs? .
GlennNYC,
When I get to NYC, maybe Luba, you and I can meet? What a wonderful chocolate treat!
Yes that would be fun – like the three musketeers. Luba can take us to the Belgium chocolate place she mentioned. We can write a up a review on best Chocolates in NYC – and to be fair – we will have to sample them all – or to make it a bit more manageable the best chocolate in a certain NYC neighborhood.
Glenn,
you tapped on my most secret thing – chocolate… and Habana.
I lived in Havana one year with my parents, my father worked in Havana back in late sixties. I love Cuba -it is so beautiful, Havana has this old timer charm mixed with modern ( at that time). People were nice to us, they were happy for any second they could dance, laugh( they danced in car – yes, while driving car with cloth instead of doors, they danced on red light, anywhere, anytime – they would dance for few minutes, but it was making them happy). For me as a very young girl it was so exotic, so charming, so different, such experience, and memories – and suitcase filled with sketches, i drew everything, from moving car, sitting on beach, being in city….
I hope one day we all will be able to travel there. It is really nice there.
Where do you get Vosgues chocolates? Can you let us know, pleeease? Pretty please? – oh, I just read the rest of your blog, so I can get the info on their purple site ( you are right they need a facelift…
You know, you are really great person!
I agree chocolate and bacon…hmm…I do not like sweet meats, ham. I get this rosemary ham, it is very good. Once I sauteed chicken with orange/lemon squeezed over + some salt, it was not sweet, it was actually good.
And I do get lost in this blog settings. I think it is really hard to keep track. I get email notifications, but when you click on : go to comment, it does not go that particular comment… frustrating
I have to go, my sister-in-law fiancee got killed in motorcycle accident this Saturday, very tragic, I feel so sorry for her.
Lessie, It is : http://www.vosgeschocolate.com/
this will work
Heyyyyy,
Where can we send in our names so we have a chance of winning the 2010 Greenhome????????????!?!?!?!?!??!??!?!?!??!?!??!
I like eggs… The official sweepstakes for GH 2010 begins on April 16th, 2010.
"Viewers can enter for a chance to win the HGTV Green Home Giveaway grand prize package during the entry period from April 16 – June 4, 2010."
Here's a link for more info:
http://www.hgtv.com/green-home/hgtv-green-home-20...
Diana:
The Pinehills in Plymouth is only one hour from Boston. Great location.
NanceC
Sorry about that Lessie! Try this link:
<a href=”http://www.vosgeschocolate.com” target=”_blank”>http://www.vosgeschocolate.com
There are several Whole Foods in and around NYC. The one where I found it was in Chelsea, located on 7th Avenue and 24th Street.
There is also a Vouges Boutique located in SOHO at 132 Spring Street (between Greene & Wooster).
Also while you are here, you need to try a Magnolia Cup Cake – they are credited for rekindling America's love affair with cupcakes back in the mid 90s. Unfortunately, nowadays – there is often a long line (which serves as a good deterrent for me!), but sometimes you can hit it just right and not have to wait (which was the case last Sat. evening when I was uncontrollably pulled in). Here's their website:
<a href=”http://www.magnoliacupcakes.com” target=”_blank”>http://www.magnoliacupcakes.com
While you are in the Village – you may want to belly up to the "Chocolate Bar" – "A candy store for Grown Ups" Of particular interest is their "Chocolate Addicts Club," sorta like the fruit of the month club. Try the ever popular "Shake your Bon Bon" membership – link:
<a href=”http://www.chocolatebarnyc.com” target=”_blank”>http://www.chocolatebarnyc.com
Okay – there are more, but I'll stop here. Hopefully the links will work.
Take care of those trembles!
I have just two things to say: no more wire hangers, and STOP all this talk about chocolate! Sheesh, we're supposed to be planning for a party at the Dream Home, and you're leading us down the garden path, following chocolate cupcake crumbs no less.
Now, back to the important task at hand; we need to focus all of our efforts on party themes. And speaking of poolside parties, rather than choosing just one, how about all three: Turquoise Trails with Tequila Sunsets; Margaritas at Midnight; and Simply Sangria and Samba.
Add tortilla chips and salsa, poolside dining and postre (dessert), bring in some muy simpatico mariachis, and you've got mucho magical memories in the making.
Salud a todos mis amigos…and I'm moving this post to the Dream Home blog—where it belongs!
Hey Coop,
Turquoise Trails with tequila Sunsets, Margaritas at Midnight, and Simply Sangria and Samba……….Sounds like a long night! I'd probably sneak out after sunset. Don't want to run into any black bears, especially if they can see me and I can't see them!
Hi Mary,
I promise not to ask about the floor plans any more until AFTER Kari visits the Green Home. But just because I'm not asking doesn't mean I'm not interested. If you choose to post them before Kari visits, that will be a double chocolate treat!
Hi Pilgrims… speaking of CHOCOLATE'…. I love Hershey's Kisses!! And Hershey bars, plain or with almonds….
) I am excited to hear from Kari and Mike when they tell us about their new home!!!! HAPPY FOR THEM!! Well, gotta go, gotta eat some chocolate!!! hehehe
Later my Pinehills Pilgrims!!!!!
Beverly Strickland,
You're OK with me! Enjoy your chocolate!!!
P.S. You would love Hershey PA.
I have to contact the person who gave them to me and ask…it might take some time -few days….
Glenn, today, after wake for my sister-in-law fiancee who got killed after motorcycle accident -2 weeks after he proposed to her….well, after this sad sad event, after I came back home, and settled down, and sorted my mind, i realized that in South America natives cooked with pure raw chocolate, they cooked meat, and other non sweet foods. Also, if you saw the movie "Chocolat" there was a lot of chocolate variety….it was great movie.
Hey, Coop, maybe this is bloggers surviving method – to sway the hopes and thoughts for the dreams which might not come true- to something which is accessible = chocolate!
I read somewhere that chocolate goes to the same receptor in brain where cocaine goes =this why people love it. But it does not have that nasty addiction of the bad drug. I am not sure if the source was right. :-/
But it is true chocolate makes you feel good!
And chile jelly, and tortillas, and margaritas, and tango, and salsa dancing…
Luba – thanks for the kind words! You are pretty special yourself.
I am so sorry about your sister-in-law's fiancee. That is such a tragic story. It will take much time to recover from that.
Yes you are correct about the chocolate and cooking. Also the mole sauces from Mexico – which I love.
LUBA – My sincere condolences to you, your sister-in-law and the family of her fiancee. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lynn Coggin
Luba, how sad when death comes so suddenly…and so unfairly it seems. In our minds, we know on one level that life and death are intertwined, but in our hearts, losing loved ones is always painful, and difficult to bear, even at those times when circumstances tell us that we must prepare for it.
We can give little comfort, other than to offer the weak promise that time will lessen the sadness, and our memories will become, though bittersweet, of some consolation to our wounded heart as the days pass by us. We wish that for you, and look forward to sharing the more mundane parts of each day through these blog pages.
To another day of friendship.
Not to diminish my previous sentiment in any way, Luba, but to share a thought on an earlier comment—the movie 'Chocolat' was well-done, I thought, and original. Another movie, made earlier (1992), is a foreign film; 'Como Agua Para Chocolate' or titled in English, 'Like Water for Chocolate'. If you have seen it, it is very moving and exceptionally well done, but not one for someone who has recently lost a loved one. If you haven't seen it, think of doing so when your heart is lightened.
Yes, she is heartbroken, This would be her second marriage….
it will take long time. When my dad died, I was so hurt. He was the best dad anyone can have…very smart, intelligent, brilliant -on genius level, funny, fair. I could talk to him about anything in the world and universe. Everybody just loved him. He left 1995, and I still miss him. But life goes on, he has special place in my heart, so do my kids, and good people around.
Thank you for your nice words. Sometimes solitude heals.
When loved ones leave us, we suffer, but we have to go on, make the best of life, of us.
Diana – with traffic after 3 on Friday it will take 1 and a half hours to get to Pine Hills from Boston – less than an hour at non-peak traffic – the Pine Hill exit (#3 on Rt 3 south) is about 10 miles from the Cape Cod Canal and bridges (Sagamore and Bourne) – the Cape traffic backs up after Exit 3 going to the Cape – Pine Hills is a stones' throw from the exit – unless heading downtown or to a beach on a weekend in summer, no real traffic – going home, traffic slows down Sun nites and Monday AM in summer – Cape becoming more populated year round, however, many who live on Cape live there, they do not seem to travel at peak times – jobs are similar to anywhere else in this economy – some companies have located in the Rt 3 corrior to keep from the urban area traffic/lifestyle – it is generally 10 degrees cooler in summer than Boston in summer, 10 degrees warmer in winter, due to proximity to waters of Cape Cod Bay – have had long cold snaps, as well as never using snowblower all winter – it is damp here – arthritis suffers stay only because the love the area – hope this give s a hint of what to expect in southeastern MA
I am so excited about this home being built in Plymouth. I'm from Massachusetts and it would be my chance to move back home. Can't wait to hear and see more. Happ in MD.
Heading up the Massachusetts coast from Plymouth, just north of Boston, is the scenic town of Salem. Salem is known of course as the center of the Puritan's religious hysteria and witchcraft trials that gripped the settlement in the late 1600's.
The last persons hanged for witchcraft in the American colonies was on September 22, 1692.
Fortunately, Salem is also noted as the somewhat less somber setting for the historical novel "The House of the Seven Gables", written in 1851 by Nathaniel Hawthorne. When Hawthorne wrote his novel, the house on which he based it actually had only three gables, due to renovations. Who knew?
Go Green—Live Lean!
Luba, would you like to get together with GlennNYC and me when I'm in NY? My time is scheduled but I can sure take 30 minutes for us to meet. Is that ok with you?
Hi Luba,
I agree with Coop's comments to you regrading the death of a loved one. Glad you shared with us.
DB COOP= It's funny that you mentioned that. When I went to Boston for a weekend— it was the Weekend of Halloween. And guess where we went? The (Salem Witches Attraction)—-it was pretty spooky!!!! No— it was a lot of fun!!!!
Thanks to GLENN NYC—- think I finally got this thing
Diana
Hi Diana,
So you're a diva! You go girl! I like your Dianadiva login.
Thanks Lessie!!! I'll work on posting a real picture of myself this weekend!!!
By the way—- I don't know if you read my blog that one time or not— we're all just trying to get used to the new format. But—- The Balloon Fiesta in New Mexico starts the week of October 3. Wanted to let you know—- so that you can plan— if you are planning on going!!!—- I'm going to really try and go, but can't say for sure yet.
Diana
Diana
Well, Pilgrims, going to be in the Boston area in early August? Check out the Scituate Chamber of Commerce Heritage Days 2009: August 7th, 8th, & 9th.
"Each year the Scituate Chamber of Commerce proudly presents Scituate Heritage Days. The annual event combines live music and entertainment, artisan crafts, kid’s activities and historical site visits for one of the South Shore’s biggest and most anticipated outdoor events of the summer."
Then swing down to Plymouth, take a drive through the scenic Pinehills communities, and give us a full report on any 2010 Green Home activity!
Go Green—Live Lean
Diana, Look forward to seeing your photo! Hope you don't have a problem uploading it.
I know I won't be in NM in October. Have some other events planned. If you're there, you'll love the Balloon Fiesta. If possible, take a peek at the Dream Home and let us know what you think.
Coop, love the way you keep us informed about events around the Plymouth area. I think if we had a choice between the Scituate Chamber of Commerce Heritage Days 2009 or having the opportunity to visit you in Thailand, we'd probably go to the Scituate Chamber of Commerce Heritage Days 2010. Know what I mean?
Thanks for thinking of all the bloggers you're leaving behind. Can't wait to hear about your trip when you return. Have a great time!
Lessie, I can't blame you one bit for preferring Scituate—the 18 hour (plus or minus) flight time is daunting for even the most adventurous.
Imagine not being able to blog about the Green Home and Dream Home and share stories with friends for an entire day at the least, and perhaps much longer. Well, it's a price I must pay to spend time in my personal paradise.
Hail to all Pinehills Pilgrims!
Coop, you definitely misread my comment. Please re-read and notice the year. You're not the only one willing to pay the price to spend time in your personal paradise! I think anyone would love that opportunity.
Thank you so much. It is nothing I can say to ease her pain. It is just almost unreal feeling.
Ah, yes, Lessie. I see the problem—it's called Blogger's ID Stress Syndrome (BIDSS) and first manifests itself in misread posts. That completely turns the point around by 180 degrees.
I guess we'll have to wait for a report on the Scituate Chamber of Commerce Heritage Days until 2010.
Power to the Pilgrims!
Thank you for kind words. You are so nice.
I like to read your writings. You use the language so well. Are you a writer? Can I ask – what is what you do?
Thank you for kind words. You are so nice. My dad died 15 years ago, this man who died recently was my sister-in-law fiancee. I feel sorry for her, will help her as much as I can.
I like to read your writings. You use the language so well. Are you a writer? Can I ask – what is what you do?
I saw "Como Agua Para Chocolate" also. Great movies!
I deal with sadness this way, I get into solitude for few days,I mourn, cry, am very sad for few days, then it is time to get up and go on. My father's motto was : " hope dies the last" and I have this thirst for life, to create, to love that I get my strength again. I believe that the soul, the substance of us never dies, just changes the shapes and time and place – whatever it is.
I keep them in my heart forever, they live in memories, only that we cannot touch them, we can think about them, we can "talk" in our mind…and then there is a lot of we do not know yet.
I think that the "witches" were unfortunate women who were affected by some hallucinogen plants. I saw a program about that. Am I right? Please, correct me if not.
Okay, NOW WHAT's UP?! I can see new comments by clicking on the individual's sign-in name, which brings up their comment history, but as of about 40 minutes ago, those new comments are NOT appearing in the blog threads. That is REALLY odd.
Dianadiva, what a time to be in Salem, on Halloween–how awesome!
That reminds me of a Halloween I spent in Central City, Colorado in 1990, just before gambling came in and completely changed this sleepy, virtual ghost town into an action-packed gambler's paradise.
During my visit, the hotel I stayed in was empty, except for me! Even the hotel staff/front desk folks left in the late evening. I walked the deserted streets, taking in the history, the architecture, the boom and bust reminders of this once prosperous gold/silver mining town. On returning to the hotel through darkened streets, I spent a very quiet hour, (in pyjamas, bathrobe and slippers) sitting alone among the old-West and Victorian era furnishings, reading in the hotel lounge. I'll always remember that Halloween!
This is great! I will anxiously awaiting the construction process. Only this time can you make the child's room more neutral. Some of us have boys.
I have many relatives in that area, going back into the 1500's in several lines. This one would be perfect for me since I do genealogy most of the time and that's the area I am working on. Don't forget the Green fireplace as it is aweful cold there.
Thank you!
This is great! I will anxiously await the construction process. Only this time can you make the child's room more neutral. Some of us have boys.
I have many relatives in that area, now and going back into the 1500's in several lines. This one would be perfect for me since I do genealogy most of the time and that's the area I am working on. Don't forget the Green fireplace as it is aweful cold there.
Thank you!
Why are the houses always someplace the average American can't get to? I live in Mississippi and have to stay here, or closer than, FL, CA, or Massachusetts
Talk about the BIDSS syndrome I referenced earlier! I thought some of the posts were "disappearing". Now I see what is going on—the joke's on me! All appears to be well, except maybe for my mental state at this point!
Power to the Pilgrims!
Coop, what a fantastic experience in Central City, CO. Can't imagine being the only one in a hotel or walking deserted streets. You've got an overflowing reservoir of experiences others would love to hear or read. Why don't you share? I'm sure your books will sell.
Ghostchaser, NM is an ideal location for you. Hope you become a regular blogger so we can learn from you.
Luba, historical researchers think that the hallucinogen was Ergot, which is a fungus that infects and grows on Rye, and was in the bread eaten by the Pilgrims. It has an effect similar to other well known, modern hallucinogens.
How would they know in those days of course. They just attributed it to forces of evil, and eliminated the poor folks!
Lara, you have the option to sell the home and build where you are. Lynn Coggin recently posted a link to an article about Cheryl Smith, the 2009 Dream Home winner. She sold the Sonoma home for 2.2 million because she wanted to be near her family in Florida. What a great win-win opportunity for her!
If you win the 2010 SPO Dream Home, sell it! You'd have more than enough to buy or build your personal dream home close to family and friends. Now that's a win-win opportunity!!!
Luba, I love the way you express your heart's thoughts! No wonder you're good at what you do. You capture and share details well.
I've missed so many of your comments because they're replies. From now on, I'll access your profile to make sure I don't miss anything you write.
You haven't said whether you'd like to meet GlennNYC and me when I'm in NYC. I'd love to meet you.
As for your sister-in-law, yes she is heartbroken. But she's blessed to have you in her life. Will be praying for all of you.
Luba, the more I read your comments, the more I would like to meet you. You are such an interesting person! Some of the best comments are in replies. It's time to start looking for and reading replies.
Have a great day!
Hi Lynn, just reading your comment. (Better late than never!) It would be great working with you and Luba at Plymouth Rocks Studios. However, Luba's description of the job (depending on where we're actually employed), will probably curtail most of our HGTV comments.
Lessie, don't know that I'd have the necessary discipline to be a writer. It is simply the way my mind processes information and directs me to put it down. Yes, I do find linking words together to express my thoughts a creative and fun adventure —sometimes with ease, other times with more difficulty—as for an artist or musician I suppose. However, it has never been a part of my life in a career sense, not when it comes to the world of finance. Of course, we see where creativity can lead us in that regard!
Maybe if I win the Green Home in Plymouth, I'll be moved to write something as thoughtful, well-written, and inspiring as Nathaniel Hawthorne's romantic 'The House of the Seven Gables'. Or, winning the Dream Home in San Pedro Overlook, I might immerse myself in writing a best-selling Western novel such as did Zane Grey, with his 'Riders of the Purple Sage'.
In the meantime, this time next week, I'll be ready to saddle up and ride into the sunset over the Pacific towards Thailand, where the limits of my design creativity will be tested putting the condo together for future visits.
When in Plymouth, do as the original 99 Pilgrims might do if only they could, visit historic Pilgrim Hall, built in 1824 in the center of Plymouth town. Now the Pilgrim Hall Museum, it is a gallery filled with information and artifacts of Pilgrim and early colonial possessions. The collection is said to be unmatched elsewhere. Sounds like a must-see.
The Pilgrim Hall Museum, where the Pilgrims "talk" while contemporary Plymouth Rocks!
I did not read about meeting you and Glenn…I guess I missed in a maize of blogs….
Yes, I would love to meet you both! I am 1.5 hours from NYC. I will be there Wednesday early eve- for exhibit reception….how does this sound?
Glenn, I got lost in the web of bloggs and replies!
I know I did not respod to some =my browser is behaving badly = keeps crashing when I try to "submit"!!!!
Maybe we need some strength to survive the waiting!
Coop,
thank you for your nice and soothing words!
my browser is behaving badly = keeps crashing when I try to "submit"!!!!
You are right, ergot is nasty thing. It caused many problems before people found out about its effects. Thanks for the info.
I think I have to go =thunderstorem and I do not keep my computer ON if thundering!
good night, talk to you all tomorrow.
Hi Luba, I won't be in NYC until Wednesday, August 5th. Will you be able to meet then? Will also check with GlennNYC to see if he's available on that day.
Hi GlennNYC, If Luba is able to meet on Wednesday, August 5th, can you meet then? Since she's 1.5 hours from NYC, we can meet earlier in the day.
Coop, you have the discipline for writing. Look at your attention and detail to the blogs. Everyone loves reading your comments. I thought you were a western novelist. You seem to capture that era so well.
DB COOP= I saw your blog yesterday. Now THAT is Spooky! That is something that I wouldn't do. It would remind me of— well— remember the movie, Psycho?
About the Salem Witches in Massachusetts—- it was a lot of Fun. It's funny— cause I talked to a co-worker a couple of years ago (who was really, really into psychics). It was just then, that I found out, that the two largest psychic organizations are in:
1. Salem, Mass
2. and apparently Buffalo, NY—- she went there
Thats what she said. At the time, I thought that the Salem Witches were just a "tourist attraction"—- but apparently, they are for Real!
I'll avoid the psychics though——-
Diana
Who but someone from Mass. would want a home there?
Hi Lessie- I have to confirm my calendar next week. Right now there is a 50/50 chance that I will be out-of-town August 5th, so I will let you and Luba know.
dianadiva, LOL—no need to worry—when I walked back up the creaky stairway from the hotel lounge, down the dimly lit hallway to my room, I made sure I wasn't being followed, and then locked the door carefully behind me. Of course, I also checked under the bed, in the closet, and looked behind the shower curtain to make sure I didn't have any unexpected visitors! Well, not really, but it was kind of other-worldly, feeling like I was the only living soul in this nearly deserted old-West ghost town—on Halloween night!
BTW, do you think a psychic (or one of the Salem witches) could tell whether you were going to be the winner of the 2010 Green Home?Just think how easy that would make the transition if you could start planning all of the details now….
If only the Salem witches could talk, and I knew the future would include a t-shirt with the logo that says 'I'm the 2010 Pinehills Pilgrim' and 'Plymouth Rocks' !!!
Hi Luba – I just found this. Trying to find people's responses is sort of like unraveling Mary's location clues. On the upside, it does keep us busy, I guess.
I too have been having some problems with Safari. There is a new update that you should download if you haven't already. That might help.
ME!!!! Have you ever been to Massachusetts? It really is a beautiful state. The changes in the fall foliage is something quite beautiful to see—- it really is like looking at a "live" painted still picture!
(I went to Boston many years ago for a weekend—it actually was a college trip with a history class. ) You are also very close to the beautiful state of New Hampshire.
The only thing Not to Love about it— is the weather. I live in Florida— and I think that Florida is really the Only Warm state in the Country. Other than Florida, you will have cold winters with snow. Even in New Mexico and Las Vegas! Cape Cod is as everyone knows— a vacation resort area, too.
But, what are your feelings about Massachusetts?
Diana
Cyn-VaBch, I'd take a home in Mass, even if it means selling it to someone who wants to live there. In my mind, an HGTV home located anywhere is a valuable real estate.
Dianadiva, you think Florida is a WARM state? What do you consider HOT? I like Florida but it's hot there. The beautiful ocean views make the heat tolerable.
Coop, love your response to Dianadiva. I wouldn't want that experience either, but you handled it well.
Salem witches, psychics–you're over my head. I'm quite sure the winner of the 2010 Green Home will be just as thrilled with a call from HGTV telling them the good news!
I love reading these blogs!
LESSIE= Yes, it is as Hot as Hell here! This is my summer:
1. Dripping in Wet Sweat
2. Being Dehydrated
3. Taking a shower—- and then needing another one
4. Even last night— after 9:00 PM—- I was on my patio—- still sweating!
5. The other day— during the day— there was a cockroach on the paito door—- it almost flew in the house—- GROSSS– I don't know how it got on the patio—- the grounds here must be swarming with them
Don't get me wrong—- I do Love Florida, still—- the Sunny Beaches, etc…. and you can't beat the weather in the winter time—but sometimes, would love a change. I'd love to be somewhere right now where the (high) for the day is 67 degrees——
I've got my Dad almost convinced that we should move to Boston—- LOL LOL, really!
But he said—- the plan would be—- Live in Boston, but live in a "second home" in Florida—- for December, January, February, and March
With the way home prices are dirt cheap now—- this idea isn't for the rich and famous anymore—- LOL LOL
Diana
DB COOP= You are so funny!!! All I keep thinking about was when he was "calling out—- Mother", remember, in Psycho??? But putting that aside—- I don't know if I'd "sleep in a ghost town". I KNOW that I WOULDN'T !!!! I don't want to "make friends" with "ghosts"
. I even saw a story once— that the Flamingo Hotel( Bugsby) and Wynn Hotel ( Howard Hughes) in Vegas has seen (ghost sightings)— but at least they are well-populated— LOL
One time— a psychic did tell me that I'D BE LIVING IN A BEAUTIFUL HOME IN THE PACIFIC NORTH WEST. I told her that she was crazy—- and that I'd Never move that far away. She was totally adament about it—seeing Washington State– and said— YOU ARE GOING TO LIVE IN A VERY ELABORATE HOME IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST.– LOL LOL
That was about 5-7 years ago. Hadn't been to one since. I'm a Christian, and I really do hate going to them— I just don't want to invite any "unwanted spirits"— if you know what I mean.
Diana
Hi GlennNYC, I'll be in NYC Aug 5-8. Let me know if you can meet Luba and me any of those days. If so, will check with Luba to see if our schedules can intersect.
Diana,
I am not sure how long you are in Florida, I was one year in tropics, it took 3 months to get used to the heat ( i was sweating just by blinking eye -we did not have AC, not even a fan…imagine!!!) but then – in winter, when it was about 75, we were cold!!! I had to wear sweater. Love tropical evenings and nights….
Thank you for your nice words!
Glenn,
I stumbled upon this site: http://www.nirvanachocolates.com/seasonal/index.a...
double drool!
http://www.nirvanachocolates.com/seasonal/index.a...
those are the ones I keep dreaming about!!!!!
I see my reply twice, I did not do it…computer has its mind I guess..
wow. 3 musketeers! I cannot imagine myself after sampling all the chocolates! I would need to be rolled down the streets!
I have to do some chocolate searching – have to talk to the person who spoiled me so much many Christmas ago!
We have long loong looooooooooooooonnnng way to go! So, meanwhile we can talk about other things…
Dianadiva, you are hilarious! Now that's how I remember those steamy days in the South–hot in the early morning hours, hotter at noon, then hottest by mid-afternoon!
As for cockroaches, they're either aliens or they're from hell! Have you seen the flying ones?!!! Now those are the ones from hell. Humans have yet to discover the black hole they're coming from. It's completely possible that the Men in Black conspiracy theory is true. Aliens are out to get us. They disguise themselves as cockroaches!
Join Will Smith and squash as many as you can!
LUBA= They look delicious! Are they in the Boston area?
I'm having a hard time adjusting to the heat this summer— and I think that you hit the nail on the head. For the past 5 years- I've been mostly in Tampa. Eventhough Tampa is only a 2 hour drive North–the weather is slightly different.
For example— in January, lets say, it could get as cold as 30 degrees in the morning in Tampa. In Ft. Myers— the coldest it got, I think, was in the high 40's. So maybe that has something to do with it, I don't know. Tampa is also windy.
But— it is a hot summer. Usually, we see the 90's in August and definitely September—- It came a lot earlier this year'
Diana
Luba, your comments are true! Had to make an emergency trip home during February one year. When I left, there was about eight inches of snow on the ground and temps were in the teens. I had on a wool or leather pant outfit. When I arrived in Houston, I thought I was going to die! Went straight to the store, selected an outfit and changed in the dressing room before heading to the cash register. It was hot, hot, hot! Must have been about 70+ degrees.
It's amazing how we become acclimated to our environment and see everything else as different.
Luba, the winner of the 2010 Green home should have this information:
Nirvana Chocolates
9 Crest Road
Wellesley, MA 02482
Thanks for the tip Luba!
Thanks, LESSIE !!!!
Diana
Glenn, I am up to updates, but as they perfect the Safari, there is always some new twitch being born. Uf, what a sentence!
…well, maybe
Yes, I feel lost in web of cyberworld!
I thought you disappeared….I am not feeling my best, woke up with fever, sore throat, headache…hate it. SO I am loaded with Tylenol, and some homeopathic remedies which always help.
Have to chase those tiny invaders out of me! It is amazing how these microscopic entities called viruses or bacteria can knock down big creatures, like us.
Ate dark chocolate with orange/almond filling. Helped
I am looking forward to see floorplans of both homes! I used to work for very good architect – doing renderings etc, and floor plans call tell us so much. Important is the flow inside, how easy we can do and move around. Where is the cozy "hiding" space where we can be alone for a while…
Lessie mentioned to meet with us in NYC one day…could be nice
Me!!!—count me in—I'll take a home in Massachusetts any day, anywhere, anytime!!! I mean, as an HGTV sweepstakes prize, ARE YOU KIDDING? Anybody who doesn't want to enter to win the Pinehills Green Home, just submit my name instead, thank you.
Plymouth Rocks!
Luba, are going to eat your way through boxes of chocolates to get over the bug that's trying to get you down?
However you do it, I hope you feel 100% better very soon. We don't want our friendly bloggers to be down and out with any maladies, at any time!
You are such a sweetheart! Thanks. I do not know what tiny thing is knocking me down, I had 103 Fever yesterday! It is better now. I will be better, I have to be by Wednesday when is my daughter's photography exhibit reception….
And it is hard to be efficient blogger when mind is clouded by efforts to fight the little mean bacteria!
No, I cannot have caffeine now, doctor said bc of my heart palpitations I should not have any sudafed/tylenol/caffeine…I think that the heart thing is due to war in the body.My little girl is sick too. So it is double take. And it is so nice outside! Maybe just sitting on the yard under the trees and listening to birdies will help.
But -to tell you truth -I would love to eat the chocolates in the store!!
Hi Luba, I hope you feel better soon. I didn't know your daughter is as gifted as you. You should be pleased! Not many get an exhibit in NYC. I'm so happy for you!
Will be praying that you and your daughter get better soon. Enjoy the exhibit reception Wednesday!
Calling all Pilgrims, don't miss the start of HGTV's Design Star Season 4 on TV tonight, Sunday, July 19th!
If your family was a Mayflower Family there a good chance some of the other decendants have as much history as the Pilgrim Museum – send family name and I will ask around
Hi Steve, Thanks for the help! I'm not sure if which name was a Mayflower family though. I have Pray, Bellamy, Valant/Valiance/Valient, Warren, Arbuckle Alexander, Miner and several others, some that I'm not sure where the info is now. If you see any of these, you can e-mail me at chasinghostsathotmail
When in Massachusetts, do as the Pilgrims would have done (if they'd had the chance), try some of the locally produced cranberry and fruit wines at the Plymouth Bay Winery, which overlooks scenic Plymouth Harbor.
According to their website: "As visitors to the area, you will find the Plymouth Bay Winery a pleasant and unique experience. We are located in the heart of Plymouth's historic waterfront district. We are a cork throw away from the Mayflower, Plymouth Rock, and of course, the glorious bay and all its associated amenities."
And I won't mention that other business again we've blogged about recently that offers the tastiest, freshly baked cupcakes….
Cranberry wine and chocolate cupcakes, anyone?
Coop,
Cranberry wine and chocolate cupcakes? Think I'll have only one, not both. Can you guess which one?
Lessie, would that be cranberry cupcakes?
Cupcakes AND houseplans—now THAT would be ideal. OR, cheese, crackers and a Plymouth Bay Wine? Put them all together and what do you have?—a perfect midday snack for a picnic along the Plymouth waterfront!
DBCoop, If you find chocolate wine, let me know where. Cranberry cupcakes shouldn't be bad. Definitely worth a try!
Coop, cupcakes and houseplans are definitely a winner! Chesse, crackers and wine are ok too.
Enjoy your trip!
Well, GlennNYC "Unplugged", once you return to the working world again and choose to plug back in, perhaps you'll consider popping into the Dream Home blog now and then.
It had been very quiet there recently, but with the long-awaited revelation of the floorplans, it's been revived, and is now sizzling with a flurry of excited comments.
Hi everyone…all of my blogging buddies! With all of the activity over at the Dream Home blog with the new reveal of the floor plans, I didn't want to forget to post this little bit of info about Plymouth that I found a couple of days ago.
In Plymouth, you will find the smallest state park in Massachusetts – but it is also the park that draws the most visitors. It is Pilgrim Memorial State Park.
The main attraction? A controversial rock. Was it or was it not where Pilgrims in 1620, having fled religious oppression in England, first set foot to settle in the New World?
But there is no debate that there is a lot more to Plymouth than a 10-ton boulder. Once a thriving fishing and shipbuilding port – and home of the now-defunct Plymouth Cordage Company, the world's largest rope maker – tourism is now the town's economic engine.
And the town offers an amazing number of cultural, recreational and dining experiences in its 100 square miles – the largest land area of any town in Massachusetts.
100 square miles of fabulous experiences, doesn't that sound great?
Living the Dream!
Lynn Coggin, if you're the 2010 Super Fan, will you cover the Dream Home and the Green Home?
Hi Lessie! Hmmm…I don't know if HGTV did that this year because it was their first Super Fan experience or if the job does include one year of both the DH and GH. However, hopefully, I'll be the one to find out when they call me and you'll be the first to know!
Living the Dream!
BTW, I'm sitting here eating M&M's I really don't need! LOL!
As I'm thinking of my flight across the Pacific, the following tidbit of info about Plymouth seems appropriate: "Designed by the award winning team of Hurdzan/Fry, Crosswinds is the newest Championship daily fee course in Plymouth."
For the golfers among us, check out Crosswinds Golf Club.
Just another suggestion on how to get clubbed in Plymouth…the right way!
Lynn Coggin, thanks for the stats on Plymouth, which, as posted, covers 100 square miles.
The Island of Phuket, by the way, covers 570 square kilometers, or 220 square miles. This one large island is surrounded by 39 much smaller islands, giving beachgoers, sailors, divers, and visiting tourists plenty of water-related activities from which to choose.
COOP – Sounds heavenly! A little boat trip over to Ko Bon for a bit of snorkeling would be ideal for me!
Have you ever done this? Viewing the sunset – watching the great red orb of the fading sun being swallowed by a tranquil Andaman Sea – is one of the must do things for every Thai visitor to this island. It is de rigeur to do this on even on the shortest visit. Local tradition proscribes that every Thai visitor to Phuket must make the pilgrimage to Laem Phrom Thep, one of the country’s most famous landmarks at the very southern tip of the island, before he can claim to have seen Phuket.
Living the Dream!
Lynn Coggin, I have indeed done the snorkeling, around the Phi Phi Islands, and a small rafting expedition around the Phang Nga Islands (where the so-called James Bond Island is located)—it's all spectacular, and I've barely scratched the sand and surrounding waters of Phuket.
I agree, this is well worth a trip to Thailand just to experience the sun, sand, snorkeling and sunsets on offer there, but a word to the wise—
during my Phi Phi Island snorkeling visit, the weather was a bit stormy, the currents strong, and I was snorkeling without a life-jacket off of a boat in deeper waters. The short version of the story is that the current quickly took me far away from the boat, and in the choppy water, I was soon in trouble. By the time I was spotted and picked up by a crew member, I was going down for the last time, thinking to myself, this is not the end I expected! I was rushed to the hospital and spent the night with an IV drip recovering from the ordeal.
The moral of that sad story, which ended well (after all, I'm still here), is that even paradise has its perils, so keep your wits about you and don't take unnecessary chances, especially during inclement weather.
During the summer months, Thailand's tropical rainy season, currents are strong around the islands AND at the beaches. Despite the red flags posted at popular tourist beaches, they are ignored, and drownings occur all too often. Enjoy the beauty, but don't throw caution to the wind. Thankfully, I lived to share my lesson learned.
It's almost like blogging; you never know where the currents are going to take you, but hopefully, it's mostly smooth sailing. And if the going does gets rough, fellow bloggers are there to help you out!
Phuket Pilgrims and Plymouth Rocks!
OMGosh! Great story! I was on the edge of my seat reading your last two comments…Lucky for all of us bloggers that your time wasn't up! I love a good story with a happy ending!
I know that I have always told my kids that if they get caught in a rip tide, to swim parallel to the beach and NOT toward the beach. I think the hardest thing to do is NOT to panic and maintain your awareness of the current.
Now, as you may know or may not know, I have five children. So, needless to say, I am always telling them things about safety whether they want to hear them or not because I would rather be safe than sorry. Some they have heard over and over again throughout the years.
Unfortunately, now that you shared your story and you are leaving tomorrow to go to Phuket, I have to say a few things to you (it's the mom in me…I can't help it!)…
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The sea surrounding Phuket is part of the island's natural splendour and the main reason that many people choose to spend their holidays here. The clear warm waters are enticing, and are pretty safe for most of the year. The sea does contain dangerous creatures, such as sea snakes, lionfish, stonefish and jellyfish. However, it's only really jellyfish that could concern swimmers, and these are not much of a problem on Thailand's Andaman coast.
You should exercise a lot of caution while swimming off the west coast of Phuket during the rainy season (May – October) due to rough seas. Waves can be quite high, 4 feet or more, with strong rip currents. Several tourists drown during the rainy season each year and many more have to be rescued. Bear in mind there are no lifeguards on Phuket's beaches except Kata and Karon. Do not swim in the sea if there are red warning flags on the beach.
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Now, COOP, there is no doubt in my mind that you do not need in any way to hear these safety points from me, however if I post them, I personally will feel better…so here it goes! LOL!
#1 – Never go swimming when drunk. The most common cause of drowning is alcohol intoxication. (Ummm…love that one!)
#2 – If you are stung by a jellyfish, treat the area with ammonia or vinegar and seek medical attention.
#3 – There are many poisonous reef creatures, all of which are not aggressive. Look but don't touch and you should be fine.
#4 – If you are cut by coral, seek medical attention, even for minor cuts. Many corals contain toxins and will also splinter in your skin, causing infections.
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#5 – Do not overestimate your swimming abilities. If the surf is big and you are not a strong swimmer, don't venture into the sea. (But, what do you mean I can't swim like Michael Phelps?!?!?!)
#6 – If you get caught where the waves are breaking, duck under the waves and allow them to pass over you. Getting repeatedly hit by breaking waves is no fun and will tire you out, increasing the risk of drowning. You only need to dive a couple of feet below the surface. The wave should pass over you very quickly.
#7 – If you are really struggling and can't get back to shore, get out beyond where the waves are breaking as it will be a lot calmer there, as long as you can keep yourself afloat. Catch your breath and signal for help.
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And, finally….
#8 – Watch out for rip currents during the rainy season. These can be very dangerous and can be strong enough to pull even the strongest swimmers out to sea. If you are caught in one, do not fight it. Swim parallel to the shore and when you are out of it, head towards shore at an angle away from the current.
Okay, I feel better now (whether you chose to read them or not)…phew!
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Coop, your story about nearly drowning confirms how helpless we are in certain situations. Thank goodness you were rescued and revived!
I hope adventurous athletes learn from your story.
Great tips, Lynn Coggin. Instead of phew did you mean Phuket!
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Greenest Home ever?? Maybe not, but maybe not far from it, check it out at http://www.phvi.com, model home is 98% done (kim & I are living in it, on net metered -solar power), and the start up project, walls going up now at "Point Elizabeth"- (will have wind power) in St. Croix, US Virgin Islands
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It seems all these homes are always built in New England or somewhere along the eastern or gulf coasts, down south out west and and a long the west coast. What about here in the Midwest, like Wisconsin for instance. Personally I would like to HGTV come with basic design concept of several different designs. Then hold the sweepstakes for the green home. Choose the winner and then let the winner decide where it will be built, after all the winner will be calling it home, should he/she have a say on where it will be built, instead of having to packup and move into this new house. Shouldn't the new owner also have a say on the landscaping and the interior decorating too. HGTV should think of this for the home of 2011 and let a person win it first and then build where the winner would like to have it.
When is HGTV going to build in Kansas , the midwest wind power. Go Green Look at Greensburg Ks.
I would like to see a home that has doors that are wide enuf to get a wheelchair thru. Even if I was not going to live there. I would like to use a restroom. On the outside chance that a person gets hurt on the job and only needs the chair for a short period. Most new homes are not thinking of a person that is just visiting and needed to use the restroom. And once that you are in the room,you must make it useable. This is the reason I can't go see many of my friends. They have had homes built or bought new homes and no one ever thought of getting hurt and are confined to just a few rooms.
If you are a builder and think you have done a good job getting the customer what he wanted. Step back and get into a wheelchair and confine yourself in the chair. No movement of your legs and try to use the house as you would do in a everyday situation. Can you use the toilet. Can you get close enuf to wash your hands and not drip water getting the towel. Sitting on the shower chair can you reach the hose. .Can you reach it to take down and put it back up w/o any help? I could go on and on. Thanks for letting me vent some of my pet peves. Best of luck on that new house.
Who is the artist who painted the mermaid on plywood for the kid's room?
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Can we get a new designer? I could go for a change of decor!