Today is #MarketFriday initiated by @dswigle (Denise, that's me!!) Join me as we share our markets across the globe. I always look forward to seeing what you send me! It is amazing to see the different markets and cultures of our friends here on steemit. I have been pleasured by all of you, as you send in the most wonderful posts. Going places, doing things, buying merchandise. I have been surprised by many, not being familiar with the culture and I must say that it has been such an educational experience for me in so many ways and I hope for you also. This week, we are going to be continuing our house hunting and this will be the second house I show you. If you missed the first one, you can see it here so we can compare the two.
Are you ready to shop again? Let's go!
This is the second house that I am looking at. Where the other house was impressive from the outside, this one is more casual in its architecture, as it is along the beachside of Virginia and its appearance is not as statuesque, which will deter those high winds from making any hurricane damage. The colors are lighter, reflecting the beach feel. I chose this house for many reasons. The first was that it had three separate living spaces, should I need to care for an elderly parent or relative or as my kids grow, their own space can be had if they should become adults and still live at home. I shall let college take them for at least four years first. When you first see the house, it is very low key and I cannot help feeling like this is a far cry from the other house. There is one stair to get into the house, and rails for extra support, should it be needed. So far, so good. Is it okay if I am not wowed by this house? It shows much promise with space and they are both about 8,000 square feet, so they are pretty equal, just differently divided. I remain optimistic. There is a lot to see in this house and it is spread out. We will look, then pass judgment. Follow me!
This is what I see from the foyer or the entryway inside the front door. The floors are wood and look to be oak and have a nice shine on them. The entry is pretty low key and hardly existent. What do you think?
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**Let me introduce you to the kitchen! It is very deceiving. It looks small, but, is quite large and everything needed is at your fingertips. I will admit that I love the durability and low maintenance of the granite countertops. I am partial to any type of stone. I have become accustomed to countertops that do not get ruined when you put a pot on top of them. Admittedly, whoever discovered that is brilliant.
Commercial refrigerator, commercial stove and oven, another wall oven and warmer, microwave, wine cooler. On the other side is a double dishwasher, the exact one I have. I love the convenience of two. You could see in the previous pictures that there is a large table, but no dining room. There are a small butlers pantry and a large walk-in pantry that also has room in there for all your small appliances.
I know! Too many of the kitchen, but, I wanted to show you that there is a small section of island seating with three seats.
Flowers. There must always be flowers.
Oh, the sunshine makes my day so much brighter — in the rain, the rain went away. So, to be perfectly correct, I believe I will make some sun and shine later today. Happy to follow shortly behind. — at all in a day of life.
A beautiful day. The beauty of its individuality, its innocence of being, and the aesthetic value - all have a direct impact on how the day unfolds.
STOP!! BRAIN TEASER AHEAD!!
Ready to test your mental vitality and flexibility? Quick — say aloud what color you see in every word, NOT the word you read. Go from left to right, from top to down. Ready. Set. Go!
 [source](https://www.google.com/search?q=brain+teaser&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjwiryz2NfeAhVRvFkKHbqPDOIQ_AUIDigB&biw=1384&bih=678)
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ANSWER: There is no real answer, only explanation.
Explanation: Not easy, right? This task is called the Stroop Test and is used in neuropsychological evaluations to measure mental vitality and flexibility since performing well requires strong attention, inhibition and self-regulation capability
Last week I said that there are two places in your house that you are almost guaranteed to get your money back if you upgrade them. One is the kitchen and the other is the bathroom. Here is the shower. The bathroom also has a jetted tub and a sauna, right in the bathroom. Look at all the jets on this one!!! Hello, baby!!! I am pretty sure I have never been in a shower with that many jets spraying at me. What is it with these builders, making huge bathrooms like this?? I am a small person and take up little room. What I didn't forget was that I am pretty sure I could have a party in there if I was so inclined. I am not. Even if I like saving water.
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Here is the sauna.. These people like parties in their bathrooms. At least a half a dozen people will fit in here. Seriously.
You definitely will love the pool which is almost built-in with the house surrounding it and the walls, which did double duty as a retaining wall. This helped seal out the world, making this a very private dip in the pool. It was deep enough to dive also swim laps in.
This space is the pool house and is probably about 1800 square feet of living space with one bedroom upstairs and two full baths plus sauna. The kitchen has simple barstools and a small table could easily fit, although it does not have one now.
*In my mind, I would probably want to take out that blue linoleum and put real tile down instead. The upstairs bedroom has wood. *
https://ipfs.busy.org/ipfs/QmSENveTt7LfD1Z9gkaHtZtLXYCniiVqpMuRFTeLBssnFj
This could potentially be a problem. This is a big piece of property and there are many stairs, I don't mind doing it now, but what about 20 years from now? And what if I have to care from an elderly relative? No Bueno.
https://ipfs.busy.org/ipfs/QmYGj6RSbUjvQgANLjPMKiM7nm1J4WMYasjsewYJP2Fgda
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This is another separate little house. So there are three private spaces shared under one address. It is a very unconventional type of living, but, one that would work well for me.
Every door has an outside sitting space, so all three houses are interconnected with porches and decking.
This picture is dedicated to #FunkyEdits by @CrazyPoet. Over the top sky blue for you.
A flower. There must be flowers. Always and forever, a flower to color my day. This picture is also dedicated to #FridaySkyBlue #ColorChallenge by @Kalemandra. Consider today a twofer.
Love me ‘til I’m blue, my love Wipe my every tear Catch my heart before I fall I'm strolling the line, can't you see Far and away Never to play That melody to my heart Again
´¨) ¸.• ´¸.•´¨) ¸.•¨) (¸.•´ (¸.•' Love me, love me - Do
Smile. Every chance you get. Smile. You look absolutely glowing every time you dress your face with one. Nothing in the world beats loveliness that radiates from the inside out. Ever.
And just like that, my shopping is done. Until next time! I hope you had fun and now, the comparing begins for me. Which will it be or will it be none of the above? As always, I want to thank you for taking the time to visit #MarketFriday!! Have a most fabulous day!
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Fridays are all about the #MarketFriday Challenge! Looking to take part in it? Here is how:
How to Participate:
1. Go to the market! Any market will do! Food, Clothing, Plant or Animal, if you wish. You can go to the zoo or an art auction. Anywhere or anything that you pay money for a service. I once went to a nail salon. 2. Take pictures! Be creative (or not) 3. Tell us a little bit about the market, what brought you here? 4. Post the picture(s) 5. Don’t forget to hashtag it! #MarketFriday by @dswigle 6. Drop the link to your post here so I can easily find them
It is always interesting to see the different markets around the globe! C’mon! Show me your market shots! I eagerly await them!
Let the sun shine in on your life So the joy may touch your soul
I have been discovering new places, some right in my own backyard!! I am intrigued by different cultures. It is exciting and yes! I would love to see yours! Don't forget to take photos wherever you happen to be shopping - whether it be the grocery store, the local marketplace or even an art gallery, a kite festival or a cherry blossom festival! Wherever money is exchanged for a service or for merchandise. Be different if you wish! It does not have to be a traditional market! We will love it! I promise you! Don't forget to use the hashtag #MarketFriday and @dswigle.
Thank you for visiting my post 💖 Because of you, I come back to post, again and again, I am encouraged by you, for the time you take to visit, comment or even upvote. For all of these reasons, I am eternally grateful. Don't ever forget what a wonderful world we live in, people. Let's hold hands around the globe and make this earth really spin. Some days, it is not as easy to see, how wonderful it really is. Kindness counts. Wherever you go, whatever you do.
I always post this poem down at the bottom of my posts. It is one that has become so near and dear to my heart. I only post the most famous part of it, but, wanted to post it in its entirety today.
they set my aunts house on fire i cried the way women on tv do folding at the middle like a five pound note. i called the boy who use to love me tried to ‘okay’ my voice i said hello he said warsan, what’s wrong, what’s happened?
i’ve been praying, and these are what my prayers look like; dear god i come from two countries one is thirsty the other is on fire both need water.
later that night i held an atlas in my lap ran my fingers across the whole world and whispered, "where does it hurt?" it answered,
"everywhere" "everywhere" "everywhere"
warsan shire
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Flowers, always flowers (taken yesterday)
