Right in the middle of real life, I’ve been getting ready for my moving sale, which I’ve set for this coming Friday and Saturday, February 11 and 12th. So, if you are in the Birmingham area and want to stop by, please email me at [email protected] for all the info and directions. I’d love for all of you to stop by who can! Sale will start at 8 a.m. on Friday and the same on Saturday.
As you know, I have LOTS of great stuff. And it is just stuff. Don’t feel bad that I’m paring down. It will be less to move and I really don’t need to hang onto all of this anyway.
Besides, I will want to go thrifting again at some point. 🙂
I’ve enjoyed it all and now I’d like to pass it along to another good home. 
Glassware
Fruit Dishes from Macy’s. I’ve had these awhile and hardly ever use them, since I have several other sets, so I’m hoping someone will want this beautiful set of dishes. I’m not selling things dirt cheap, but it will be fair prices. I’m asking $150 for this complete set of 10, plus serving pieces. 
Lightweight wall hanging. 
Set of 3 botanicals.
Glass front cabinet came from Homegoods.
Entertainment center and TV.
Lots of small accessories.
Vintage dresser and mirror. UPDATE: Friends from church came by and this piece is sold now. 
End table. This is sold too!
Glass console table and lots more stuff.
UPDATE: Black sleigh bed is sold too.
This black queen sleigh bed will be sold, as well as other things in this room, like a black nightstand and chest of drawers. Several accessories in here too. The room has changed from this pic, but there’s plenty that I can sell in here. 
UPDATE: Toile drapes are sold.
I’m going to sell my toile drapery panels. I have 2 pair of these (one in the dining room) and it’s time to send them to a new home. If I happen to not sell them at my moving sale and some of you might be interested in them, I will ship these. I’m asking $100 per pair, or $200 for both pair, which I think you’d agree is a good price for custom made lined panels. My mom made these for me and they are well made. 
That chest of drawers on the left will also be in the sale. It’s an antique piece, so I’m not going to sell it dirt cheap either. I think I put $150 on it. 
This lamp and end table and most accessories will be in the sale. Lamp is sold! 
This king bed will be sold, along with box spring and mattress and the damask bedding. I’ve enjoyed this room, but don’t mind passing it on. Many accessories in here will be sold too, including the lamps.
Whatever is not sold in this first sale, I will carry over to another sale in March. I’ve got quite a lot of Christmas stuff that I’m going to sell too and since my display space is limited, I can’t even get it all out right now. I’ve also got garden and outdoor stuff to sell, probably some now and some later.
Believe me, I’ve got plenty left to move and I won’t even miss all of this. I’m saving my favorite things and still have more than enough to keep.
I know there’s been a lot of curiosity on what in the world is going on and believe me, I understand. From the searches I’ve been getting on my search engine, Israel and husband have gotten quite a few hits over the last week, along with the first Israel post that I decided to take down. Since my plans have changed, it seemed best to just take that first post down.
Let me just tell you this. Whatever your speculation might be, you all have absolutely no idea of the tangled web that is behind the scenes of my situation. It is much more complicated than you can possibly imagine and I just cannot share all of that right now, but perhaps one day I will. Do I know the future and what all is going to happen? Absolutely not. But, one thing I do know. My God is in control and He is the one I will listen to.
See that scripture over there on my sidebar? ——-> the one that says “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding”. Well, that absolutely is my life verse and the one that I continue to cling to. He has my best interest at heart and He knows the best path for me to take and that I will stand on firmly and strongly. My Lord is good, ALL the time. Even in trials and chaos, His grace is sufficient for me.
So, as I remove myself from the chaos that I’ve been in and go home to my parents, I still ask for your continued prayers as I walk the path that is before me. Trusting the Lord and not my own understanding.
He has always, always seen me through and He will not leave me now, that I know for certain.
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Sweet Rhoda, seek shelter my beautiful one. Prayers are going up for you. I am a faithful reader and send prayers of wisdom and safety for you.
~ Lisa from Indiana ~
I am inspired by your faith, I wish I could help you with the sales. It is amazing how we women pull together. I read the comment from Nancy and you did help her by sharing some of your story and how God will help you through this.
Rhoda,
I don’t know what is going on, but I am praying for you. My heart breaks that you must go through this, but I know God always has a plan, and you will be blessed.
Rhoda, best of luck to you! You’re right, God is your strength right now and he will follow you unto the right path. Good luck with your moving sale, I’m sure you won’t have any problems selling those beautiful things!
Rhoda,
From the first time I read your blog to present, I find not only a Southern lady, but a gracious & godly one from the very core. May your faith and testimony draw others to the Only One who can bring forth beauty from the ashes. I just stopped and prayed for you.
Blessings as you move forward!!
Rhoda,
I wish I lived by to take a look at your beautiful things. 🙂
I’m still praying for you and I know you’re be better, much better some day soon, simply because you have faith and you know the Lord. That makes a big difference.
Take care, be strong and even not knowing what’s really going on with your private life I feel you’re doing the right way. You’re searching for peace and happiness. You’ll find it.
Have a blessed week!
xo
Luciane at HomeBunch.com
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Good luck. I wish I lived closer so I could come, give you a hug, and maybe purchase some of your lovely things. I always remember that line from The Sound of Music, “Where the Lord closes a door, somewhere He opens a window.”
What a teacher you are Rhoda! Over the years you have ‘taught’ us how to surround ourselves with beautiful things in our home. In a heartbeat all that changed and now you have allowed us to see your humility as you now teach us that all those “things” were just that. And the biggest lesson of all, is to allow us to watch you as you walk in grace into the unknown lead by a higher power. You are so much more than just a housekeeper who prepares a comfortable place for family and guests- you have shown us how to keep a beautiful soul… If our prayers could make this all better! You must know that we hurt for you! There but for the grace of God, go I. We are humbled by your example. Thank you for allowing us to see your home and now your soul. And what a beautiful soul!
Rhoda,
I have been following you for the past couple of months and I would like to tell you how enjoyable your posts are and recently i have really felt for what you are going through. Although I know that really none of us followers truly understand I believe that we too feel your struggle. The faith that you have is amazing. Stay strong, keep your head up, and do what you gotta do. Things will get brighter!
Rhoda,
I want to confess to you that I was one who searched for the former Israel post. I want to apologize to you. I should not have tried to seek out information from a gossipy heart. I pray that you can forgive this stranger from blogland for wronging you, sister.
I pray for God’s grace for this moment for you.
Amy
Amy, you don’t need to apologize. I was just making an observation that many were wondering what is going on and I just can’t share it all. I’m not upset at the searches at all, it was just a statement of fact.
So sorry for whatever it is you’re going through. I enjoy your blog. I don’t get to check it as often as I would like, but I do whenever I have a chance. I have a 3 year old and ‘almost’ 2 year old who keep me really busy.
Hang in there! And please keep your blog going.
Your faith is inspiring. I am sorry you must travel this path, but please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. God is Good and all knowing, of this I am sure!
Faith, hope and prayers to you!
PS: You are absolutely correct — it is just stuff. It is what resides in the heart that truly matters.
Big Hugs!
Amen! Your faith is inspiring ~ your things for sale beeutiful ~ much luck on the success of your sale!
Rhoda,
Oh how I wish I could take some of your goodies off your hands. Truth be told, I haven’t been out of the house for 6 days, mostly due to the weather. You are leaning in the right direction, leaning on Jesus. Blessings to you as you go through this season of your life, Shay
Is the outdoor patio furniture for sale? If so, i am very interested!!! Let me know! Thank you! 🙂
Rhoda, I’ve only been following your blog for a year or so, but you are a woman whose faith, grace, beauty and good taste I very much admire. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time in your life. It may sound trite, but I firmly believe that when one door closes, another one (or 10!) opens. All the best to you.
Oh how I wish I lived near Birmingham, lots of stuff I would love to have. I wish you the very best and yes, you are in my prayers!
Good luck on your journey!
I walked through this not too long ago…gosh though it seems like forever now. Remain what you are. Never lower yourself to anyone else’s level and the greatest revenge is living well.
Live well my friend.
email anytime you need a talk.
The Speckledpup.
I so admire your strength and faith through what seems to be a difficult time in your life. God bless ((hugs))
Mary Ellen
The Working Home Keeper