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March 28, 2011

Blog of the Week~We’re Heading to the Cove!

If I were asked to describe our Featured Blogger this week in one word, it would be…
Genuine
Oh, and also
Lovely
(both inside and out!)
and
Incredibly Talented and Creative
and
Sincere
and a
Wonderful Friend
and obviously I am completely incapable of describing her in just one word and really…Why should I?
She deserves more than that!
And if you already know her, you will completely agree.


This is Michelle
and she can be found at her wonderful Blog
Emerald Cove!


Whenever Michelle show photos of her gorgeous home, I feel like I have been on a mini vacation! Don’t believe me?
Seaside Retreat

I can almost feel the sand in my toes and the breeze blowing through my hair.
Ahhhhhhhhh


Now, here’s the thing, not only does Michelle share her beautiful inspirations and designs, she also shares from her beautiful heart. In everything she does, you can feel the love she has for God and her family. She is supportive and encouraging, has a great sense of humor and she was one of the first people who knew about our little At the Picket Fence idea before it ever became a reality. She even helped us with some trial runs and was the first to add our Launch Party Button to her blog!
If you haven’t already met her, you must…and I promise you will quickly understand why I choose Michelle from Emerald Cove to be our Featured Blogger of the Week.

Thanks for stopping by the Fence today,

*One more thing…I just wanted you all to know that if I seem scarce this week it is due to the fact that I am the Coordinator for my son’s school auction which takes place this Friday. I’ll be back to being a blog visiting fool next week!*

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  1. Martina says

    March 28, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    What a beautiful home!! Thanks for sharing it with us going over to ck out more. Martina

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  2. NanaDiana says

    March 28, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Headed over to check out Emerald Cove! I love your friends!! Have a good, althoughbeit busy, week! Hugs-Diana

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  3. NanaDiana says

    March 28, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    Hey Vanessa- I think I am missing something. When I click on Emerald Cove the only thing that comes up is here Photoshope account…Oh wait…I can probably google her blog. Maybe I didn’t click on the right thing? xxoo Diana

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  4. michelle says

    March 28, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    Hi Vanessa! I do recognize this lady!! 😉 Thank you so much, I can’t even tell you how much your words mean to me, you are such a wonderful friend and your support and encouragement bless me so!! Thank you, thank you you beautiful and talented and creative and loving friend you!! HUGS! 🙂

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  5. Linda@Coastal Charm says

    March 28, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    What an awesome blog and person to feature…Michelle is one sweet gal!!!!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  6. Sarah @ Modern Country Style says

    March 28, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    Hi Vanessa,

    Michelle’s blog was one of the first I found! I TOTALLY agree with you that she’s a complete sweetie pie. What’s *not* to like?

    In fact, you and Michelle are like two peas in a pod in my mind: gorgeous, genuine, kind and lovely.

    I feel really happy to have you as my friends.

    Sarahx

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  7. Tammy@Beatrice Banks says

    March 28, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    Thanks for sharing! Headed right over to check out this lovely blog!

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  8. Cindy says

    March 28, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    Michelle’s home is lovely, I’m going to visit…thanks so much for sharing!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  9. Shelia says

    March 28, 2011 at 11:54 PM

    Oh, she does seem like a jewel and I will pop over to see her! What a lovely home she has.
    You have fun and we’ll be here when you get back.
    be a sweetie,
    shelia;)

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  10. Debbie says

    March 29, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    yay! A new blog to explore!

    I have done the auction chair gig years ago. You’ll be a busy bee this week. Take some time to relax.

    You do have plenty of motrin around the house, I presume?

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  11. Leslie says

    March 29, 2011 at 2:43 AM

    Vanessa!
    Have fun at your son’s auction!
    Rest when it’s over, promise?
    Thank you for sharing Michelle with us–I have never met her 🙂
    I do love her home, too!
    I pray that you are able to get everything in place for the auction by Thursday night 🙂 so it goes smoothly on Friday!
    (Also hope you make lots o’ money!!)
    HUGS!
    ~me

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  12. Mariaelena says

    March 29, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    How beautiful…thanks for sharing her blog with us…visit my blog, I’m hosting a giveaway…spread the word, ends Thursday night!!!
    xo, Mariaelena

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  13. The DIY Show Off says

    March 30, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    Michelle is such a sweetheart. I love her home and her beachy-beautiful style. 🙂 Great feature!

    Roeshel

    Reply
  14. Pamela says

    March 30, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    Michelle is such a wonderful person Vanessa! A true bloggy pal for sure!

    Reply

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