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Husband and I took a little trip today; one we’d been planning since I knew I was going to be mentioned in Romantic Homes. We wanted to see the issue on the magazine rack at the bookstore. So off we went to Barnes and Noble.

We oh-so-casually walked to the magazine rack and what did we see?

Whoo hoo! Don took a photo of me:

And I turned around and took a photo of him:

What the…?????

At least this gentleman appreciates my blog.

Alright, you’ve redeemed yourself.
We celebrated. Don had some coffee, I had a decaf mocha frappacino and a cupcake.

When I was checking out, the young woman behind the counter very sweetly said, “Are you sure you want all these copies?” So I had the perfect opportunity to say, “Yes! I’m in that magazine!”

Don was adorable. He proudly told anyone who was near us in the House & Home section that I was featured in that issue. What a guy…

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  3. Claudia, I bought it yesterday morning at Walmart…..And I made sure that all of the copies were in the front of the shelf! It’s so great that you were recognized!

  6. Ah Claudia, I just love your post.
    Did you have to give that older man a cupcake to pose for you! LOL!

    I think I would have bought every issue in the place. I saw your article and I love it. I have been telling everyone that my blogging friend is in this issue and they just smile. It’s good to have friends in high places.

    Congratulations again!!!

    hugs
    Sissie

  7. Hi Claudia, I can’t wait to get my issue.I have been looking, but it’s not out around here yet! I can’t wait to get it. Now i can tell everyone my friend’s home is in this magazine…Kathy

  9. CONGRATS, Claudia ! ! !

    I’m thinking the second photo of Don reading Romantic Homes
    just may have a corner of a second magazine peeking out from inside Romantic Homes . . . .

    Really, I am thrilled to know you will now have a wider audience for your blog.

    Hugs & ♥♥♥s,
    Gerry

  11. I bought mine today too!!!!! Right at Barnes and Noble. I am so excited. Can’t wait to see you next week. I am going to check on the Ray’s schedule.
    M

  13. Oh Claudia, I am so very HAPPY for you! Dreams do come true!!! LOVE the picture of you in front of the magazines! You and Don are a handsome couple! Now off to get my copy! WooHoo! You go girl!

    Miss you to my friend!
    Hugs,
    Maryjane

    P.S. I wish when you were here, I was feeling like I am now! In perfect health! xoxoxox

  16. Fantastic! What a great post, Claudia. You really put a smile on my face!

    I looked for it today at Safeway and they still had the old one. Guess we should tell them the world’s waiting already :)
    xo~Tracie

  20. Oh wow!! I love B&N on a regular day but was super excited to get “your” mag there too! They have a Strawberry frozen lemonade right now I ADORE!!! It is awesome. SO if I cannot find anything else I get at least that! Was in today to get the new Artful Blogger and Where Women Create! Both are awesome!! Enjoy your fame sweetie!!
    Hugs, Lisa

  21. You guys are so adorable!! Congrats on your feature in Romantic Homes!! I’ve got to go out and get my copy– I’ll make sure they’re on the front row when I leave. :) I’m so happy for you!
    Hugs,
    Jill

  22. What fun! You know I bought last month’s thinking that was the ONE. I will get the right one now that you showed me a photo. You two are too cute! hugs♥olive

  23. Hi Claudia,

    Again, congratulations. Your trip sounds exactly like mine when I got published in two Somerset issues. My husband and I went to B&N and did the exact same thing, with one exception……..we didn’t take pictures. My sweet hubby told everyone he could about me, but I didn’t have to buy the issues because Somerset sends them to you gratis if your published. I did ask for a discount, though, thinking that I should absolutely get that for being published….alas, no deal. I’m so happy for you, and shall look you up next time I’m at the book store…..which is almost weekly.

    Love ya’
    Meri

  25. omg – what a super super fun post. i am just smiling from ear-to-ear. you and don are so fun. i love that you celebrated, cupcake and all!!!

    :)

    xo
    elyse

  26. What a fun post! I need to put Barnes and Noble on my “to do” list. Mine sells the most delicious red velvet cupcakes that I never can resist, so I try to limit my trips. I hope your cupcake was delicious! Congratulations again on being in print!

  27. OMG I loved so many things about this post…first of all I felt so proud for you standing there in front of the magazine….then I pretty nearly spewed my water out laughing at your hubby’s expression playing along with the wrong magazine…then the elder gentleman sitting there reading about you..just cute and your hubby’s proud telling everyone. I love it. Kudos Ms. C…you do us all proud.

    xox Rella

  30. Okay, you and Don are just the cutest couple ever. I think Nora Ephron needs to write a total romantic comedy chick flick and then have you guys star in it. I’ll be first in line for a ticket :)… Donna

  31. Hi Claudia:
    Dang! Spent three hours with my friends at BAM tonight and would have loved to have picked up a copy! I’ll have to go back and get one, girlfriend. Thanks for the reminder.
    xoxo
    Donna

  34. WOOOHOOO A big CONGRATS to you too Claudia! I just Love your post. I’m still smiling! Now I need to go pick up a copy to see you! Mine is pretty small,its way in the back and pretty insignificant, but I’m still tickled pink.
    Hugs Lynn

  37. I know I’ve already said this but Congratulations again, Claudia! What an exciting day. Hey, I’m just reading and I am excited LOL

    It’s a very happy time (with fun on the sidelines, I see). And to celebrate with a cupcake . . . yum yum!

    Mizpah,
    Li

  41. Whooooppeeee and Yipppppeeee! I’ve been such a crummy blogger lately that I didn’t even know you were FAMOUS in the magazine world….you already are in BLOGGYLAND, after all. I’m so happy for you and can’t wait to go grab myself a copy. What took them so long?…. Your collections, your look, your photography… Yep, you should have been in them a LONG time ago.

    Huge congratulatory huggies,
    Spencer

  42. What a cute post! I love how the other man is reading the magazine.

    CONGRATS! Can’t wait to see it…

    Jillian
    Bella Rosa Antiques

  44. Claudia, I am so, so happy that I came by here today. And, I’m so happy for you that I could pop.

    I must seem like the worst blogging friend ever, but life is keeping me beyond crazy busy. By the time I have a chance to visit, I am so exhausted that I can barely hold my head upright.

    And, look how I missed the announcement of this wonderful news. You so deserve this recognition because your blog is like a bright and happy spot where we all feel welcome, and we all leave with a smile.

    Thank you for being you, and for always sharing with us.

  45. I was just in Barnes & Noble. I picked up the new Artful Blogging. Of course I already have the magazine you’re featured in. Love the pic of the guy with the magazine! I figured you guys were on a day trip today for some strange reason.
    Brenda

  47. Way too exciting! I repeat…way too exciting. I am so proud of you! Your deserve to be in that beautiful magazine. What fun. Hugs, Dogwood

  48. Claudia, I purchased my copy a few days ago to see you in it! Congratulations–you deserve it because your blog is such a perfect combination of beauty, introspection and humor! And while I was in the store I purchased Gardens and Guns (I know–but I explained to them that it was a southern lifestyle magazine) at the suggestion of Susan of Between Naps on the Porch, and there was an article about Harper Lee in it, so I thought about you again! Linda

  49. So nice that you have such a diverse readership! I can’t wait to get my copy — congratulations — your blog is a wonderful place to visit. Your husband’s pic is a hoot. :-)

  52. Congratulations again, my dear!! I got my copy a few days ago and went straight to your page. Very excited!!! What a fun post, you two look great!! xo

  53. Congratulations on your -first- induction to publication! Here’s to more “B-lessed A-bundance” in Mockingbirdhill Cottages deserved future! Who wouldn’t or couldn’t LOVE this wonderful blog you’ve created… INSPIRATIONAL!

    Attempted to purchase a copy at the local {25 minute-1 way fighting every S-L-O-W tourist imaginable} bookstore… What a sight… Sophie and I searching for the magazine section??? Still in shock they DON’T carry magazines any longer! Say what??? Rural NH doesn’t offer a Barnes & Noble {2hr. one way} or even Borders {100 mile round trip}.

    Tip for Don: Next time -WRAP- the magazine your suppose to be viewing around actual magazine your viewing! Same expression of enthusiasm required!!! {LOL} Nice to see my husbands in good company!

    LOVED this fun post of yours, Claudia. Lovely shot of you with your debut magazine! CONGRATULATIONS on a well deserved place in the pages!

    Off to claim a copy TODAY… hopefully!

    {-A-}

    Might you be preparing a blog give-away of an autographed copy?! {wink/smile}

  54. Ha Ha, what a funny post! Congratulations Claudia, I will look for it this weekend, can’t wait to see your article! Hugs, Nan

  55. Congratulations Claudia! that’s wonderful! it’s a great magazine, i used to have a subscription to it here all the way in Australia!
    how sweet of hubby to tell everyone, he sure redeemed himself after looking at the wrong mag earlier!

  60. hi claudia!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    i am catching up on visiting y’all and have to tell you that i was looking over the new RH yesterday and saw YOU there! **squeal with delight!!**

    congrats, dear friend, congrats!!!
    i am so proud of you!

    cute, cute post!!
    maxim……..hmmmph!
    ((hugs))
    becky

  61. Well, I almost missed this post! What they hey… lol

    Congrats, and I would have bought a bazilion copies *if I ever get mentioned in a magazine.. fat chance*

    Di

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