This home is quite different from your new pole barn home. I would call it new and polished vs quaint and cozy! It's all a matter of preference. With the talents and experience that you and your husband have, I'm sure you will transform Lavender Blue into the most charming cottage ever! I'll be watching! Enjoy the process!

I love both homes but your pole barn aesthetics are more my style .

It absolutely precious. You are very wise to live in the house and let the house speak to you and discover the best way to make it yours. Congratulations!

Love your poetic reflection on your home. Reminds me of us!

There’s a durability and charm to many mid century homes like this one that can’t be surpassed. When you’re done with the aesthetic changes, it will be gorgeous.

Seeing your white, bright, marble, lovely home first and then this one is pretty much of a shock together. The outside of this one is so beautiful and the hard work that was put into it building all the paths and flower bed. Then walking in to the work you will be having to do on this one is more than I could invision or take on. I know you love that but your other one was done after five years of work. You say you will leave a lot untouched but once the brightening starts I wonder if you will be able to. I may be just too old to want to start this much work and of course furniture will change the looks right away but I can’t wait to see what you do.

My house has them light switches that control the center light or ceiling fan 4 of my rooms … also we purchased this home from a 98-year-old Czechoslovakian lady that we knew we lived on this block so when she leave to Galveston, she sold us the home. We were very fond of her but being that she was old she had her plugs up to make it convenient for her and I totally love the plugs high. We have some that are lower, but I kept the ones that were high when we rerouted rewired the house. I told them I want the plugs that had been there and then we had more plugs, but that is really cool as the older you get it gets harder so low and if you live in a flood zone they requested you put your plug higher so this lady had something going on way back to him, she was 25. I met her and they would tell me stories of the fireplace and things, but this house means so much to me because I grew up in this house and then when my mother passed, she left me the house and so that we knew the owner personally❤️ We have did very few updates. I still have original shiplap in the hallway. The kitchen has some type of wood paneling. It looks like sheet rock, but it’s not so we left it like that being at the house on pier and beam,I need to relevel it this year

Oh my...I can see why you may have questioned your move. A beautiful home, especially when you built yourself. We built our forever/retirement home in 1995 with the help of our 5 kids on 3 acres, so I could have my horses etc. We had so many different memories, our annual Christmas open house, parties, bible studies, graduations, college kids, and receiving those that mourned with us when our 17 hear old daughter, second of five children was killed in a MVA one week before her HS graduation. We did sell to our youngest so he could and his wonderful wife could raise there daughters there. This was 7 years ago and there are days I wish we were still there. I love your current home and especially the brick and beams, since I love a rustic ranchy home. How fun it will be to make it yours, blessings from central Nebraska Nebraska.

It’s very charming your new home. I’ve bought and sold and rented MANY HOMES…my only input is “less is more”. Enjoy!!! 💜

It is a charming home and property. I agree that it takes time to live in a new home as a family to see what works and what doesn't. I also agree that most of the changes are cosmetic rather than major construction. Before you know it, the home will reflect your style. Enjoy the process. We look forward to watching what you do. Thank you for sharing your heart.

It does seem very cozy, almost like stepping into the home of Little Women. I can see why you’re so drawn and so excited. So happy for you! 🎉❤ God bless!

You can definitely create a European cottage in your new home. Changing out countertops, flooring backsplashes will brighten the areas up and give it your beautiful touches. The cabinets and doors are definitely keepers, especially as they are all solid wood! I would turn the “formal” dining room in a prep kitchen/pantry- add lower cabinets and countertops, a sink, one wall oven and a smaller dishwasher and fridge or freezer and then open shelving for food storage, this will allow extra people to bake and cook and prep along with you in the small kitchen. I love all the brick, I will say I love how Andea on her channel Pine and Prospect has created her galley kitchen. Live in it, figure out the flow and function of each room before making any major design decisions.

This home is so inviting. Thanking God for this huge blessing. Prayer for many years of happiness and joyful memories for your whole family!

As you walked us through the house I started smiling and thought, oh that is so you and fits your style to a T. Can't wait to see the process of transformation as it goes from a house to a home. May God bless you with a house full of love, laughter and peace.

Hi, from the entrance a black runner. The ones they use in offices any public building to protect the carpets they have or people from slipping on wet floors will do wonders to cover the sleigt tiles until you are ready to do something with it. The family room, all it needs an area rug, big enough to cover most of the existing rug until you are ready to get rid of it and do something else.

What a darling home. I can’t wait to see you personalize it to your family’s needs. I look forward to seeing watching your delightful transformation. 😊

Well, I can certainly see why you love this gorgeous home! There is so much charm, character, value in all that REAL WOOD! What a beautiful place for your family to begin the next chapter. You all deserve a nice long rest after your many years of endless work. Relax and enjoy and may the blessings flow!

I am swooning! I wouldn’t change hardly anything. It’s beautiful with tons of character. Congratulations on your new home ❤

It is so beautiful just as it is, and I can hear the quiet contentment in your voice and words. It’s really wonderful how God works. I think he gave you the desire of your heart ❤️

What a beautiful home! It's full of character and potential. You're able to start living right away since everything is already done and you can mosey into many, if not most of your home improvements. Although your previous home was also very beautiful, I think you made a great decision moving to this new home. Congratulations!

I like the fact that you will be truning the formal dining room into a pantry/ kitchen extension. You can add a beautiful kitchen island for your food prep.

Potential, potential, potential! I know you will amaze us with your creativity and make a wonderful home!

The brick is fabulous and the character is so inspiring.

Girl, it has so much potential. I love all the little nooks. We are 2 years in on our older home journey. So excited to see what you do. We left a brand new build for a 1980’s ranch. I truly love the separation of rooms. It makes the house feel so good to us. Weird how you leave a new open floor plan and fall in love with walls 😂. Enjoy the journey. God Bless you and your family!!

Love the cottage

I love it’s charm! The wallpaper in the upstairs hallway is so cute, maybe paint the bottom a different color. It reminds me of my childhood home in some ways. I can’t wait to see what you do to it and your things in it! 😊

Oh my word - that’s adorable! It will be fun to see you update it. It’s amazing how a little paint and new flooring and even new hardware for drawers/cabinets make a huge difference! I can see why you fell in love with it. 💜💜

I hope you find all that you wish for in this new adventure. Taking time to slowly make changes is a breath of fresh air for you, I would imagine. All the hard work of your last home brought you (hopefully) to your forever one. Cozy is my cup of tea. May many blessings come for you and your family.

It’s simply charming, Cami. I look forward to watching you add your design palette, as you make it your own. Congratulations my friend!

I love the food storage in the basement. You can have a party making food to store for the winter after you harvest the crop you will so much love to make one day. Your very own vegetable garden in addition to your lavender. Kind of a small homestead.

I know this “new” home will have your vibe in no time! You’re doing it right, though, by living in it first for a while and getting the feel for the space and how and what you need to change to make it what your family wants and needs. I’m excited for your new journey and will love following along!

Much good luck on your cozy house! It’s very charming 😊

What a beautiful home you left behind.

This home speaks to me on so many levels - especially the charm factor which is over the top!!! Each space is just enough - all very cozy and sweet.

The house she built was just beautiful. I love how you eloquently shared your feelings about leaving this home. The lavender blue cottage has so much character and I know you’re going to do a great job making it your own. The wood doors are gorgeous and when I saw the wood accent in the one bedroom, I automatically thought that would be a good one for a boy. I am looking forward to watching your new adventures.❤️

I think the house is so charming. Love the brick in the kitchen and the cabinets. The upstairs bedrooms are cute. A lot of storage for an older house. I can’t wait to see what you do with this house.

Wow, the atmosphere inside your Cottage House is very cosy, and it's nice to live there. Interesting video, thanks for sharing

What a charming Cottage!

I ❤ and understand both homes and the desire to not scrape by, less space, more focused time. I’m excited for you guys. Both homes are beautiful because your family is living there. Good luck!! ❤happy unpacking.

Oh my ever loving goodness,,,,,,that’s beautiful! You are definitely BLESSED! Congratulations ❤

What a great home. Yes dated but so much potential. Our last home had a large formal living room that connected to a small dining room that attached to the kitchen. It didn’t work for us. So we turned the original dining room into a breakfast nook (had great windows) and butlers pantry/serving area. The original formal living room then was turned into our dining room. I found the largest table and it sat about 16 people. It was amazing. When we had gatherings all the food would be placed in the butlers pantry/serving area and our guests would help themselves. Kept the kitchen somewhat clean during parties. I’m sure whatever you do will be lovely. Enjoy your new space

What a sweet home! It seems like a place of and togetherness. I hope that you all will to love it and make it your own and build beautiful memories in it.

I love the wallpaper!!!! I’m so excited to see you do with this cozy home! ❤

I can hear how much u love this home in your voice and it makes me smile and be excited too! Can't wait to see how u make this house your home! ❤

I LOVE French Country style, like your first home! It sounds like finances played a role in your decision to move? The new old cottage could be cute with some work. The previous owners added too many 70’s elements to the home, personally I would have to rip it out. It does have cute curb appeal, best wishes to you all!

Yes, this home is cozy! Can’t wait until you put your touches on it. A dream come true for you! 😘

I understand the change!! A charming cottage, how could anyone turn away from this place!! Congratulations ❤

So glad you are looking forward to immediate relief from trauma of building and completing your previous home and land. Whew! I'm guessing a top priority is getting the work shop set up and then the outdoor work.

God bless you and your family in this new home. I can't wait to see how you make it your own!

The room to the right as you come in the door would have been the formal living room, I think, not the dining room. That was popular in the era it was built. I’m guessing the room you are turning into the butlers pantry would have been the dining room.. The carpet is Berber. It was popular in the 80s or 90s and it’s back in style now. My daughter just put it in her house. It wears like iron, but I’ve never liked it myself, even back then. I do prefer carpet, but the more plush kind. I know, most people like wood floors, but after having them for 16 years, I’m over it! It’s nice that they built this home with so much quality, like the brick fireplace in the kitchen and the solid wood doors. It will be fun to see the changes you make and the things you leave the same. There’s such a stark contrast between the pole barn home and this one, it would have been quite the process for me to decide to make the leap. I see the benefits to this home for both your businesses, though. I wish you well!

I love it! With your creativeness you and your husband will turn that house into a dream as you did your last home. So much charm and character there. Blessings on your adventure!

I am so excited to sit back and watch it unfold into your home, sweet home.

This is such a lovely and cozy home. I think there is a lot of benefits to smaller homes. But this is not exactly small. How exciting to make new plans! I appreciated hearing your thoughts on your last home. There certainly a lot of emotions with homes we live in and put a lot of time into.

I love old homes and I see tons of potential in this home. I know you also have reasons besides just the home that you decided to make the move. I’m sure you’re going to make it beautiful and love living there and that’s all that matters but girl, I can’t understand for the life of me how you could actually walk away from that amazing home that your family built together. It was so amazing and that view out the front door was incredible!!! But I’m happy for you even if I don’t understand 😂

Cami, you and your family will enjoy the coziness of the indoors and the beauty of the outdoors. Those doors are the same doors I have here. I do like the wood tones. Congratulations on your purchase. I'm sure it was difficult to leave your other beautiful home!❤

Wow! What a difference from your pole barn home...looking forward to seeing the changes you and your husband make to your new Lavender Blue home! Enjoy!

It’s soo sweet! I can’t wait to watch you make it your own!

I love it. We had the radio in the wall in one of our homes, and it worked. When you turn it on, it takes a minute for the tube to warm up . We also had the same intercoms system. ❤❤❤

Oh how I would love to have such a charming home.. I am with you Cami... work with it all.. I can see the memories your children will have when they are older.. what a blessing for your family...I have a more modern home but that phase for me is over and I dream of character and charm.. Blessings to you and your family..

Love the outside - the color and the surroundings. I can see myself in that space. The inside can be made to be a sweet cottage feel, and I'm sure you will get around to it. I would have to lighten it up pretty quickly, though. I wouldn't like all of the darkness. I can totally understand the move, though. It's hard to pour all the resources into it....need to live a little.

After the walk through of the empty house, I cannot imagine any woman wanting something more... or different. Especially when you speak of the heart and soul, and work and memories and lessons. I will now watch the video and reserve judgement before weighing in. OK... as a lover of old charming rooms, with angles and wood and bricks... I could totally live in this house. I love it. Can't wait to watch you transform it. Yes to the pantry! And as for the upstairs hallway wallpaper,,,,,, I think if the bottom was just painted white or a soft blue it would look great. I am sure you already know that all your sweat equity will pay off here too.

What a beautiful home. Cant wait to see you make it your own. Let the Journey begin. 🙏

It is lovely. So warm and homey. It looks like a well loved family home. It's very you. I'm sure you will make it even more magical.

Oh my goodness! This house is darling! So many beautiful fixtures and architectural features that are amazing!

Love it! Can't wait to see what you do with it!!

Love love love your new home!!!!! So cozy and comfortable!!!!!

Your new home is great love all the nooks and crannies!! It definitely has character. They don’t make houses like that anymore.😊

Can’t wait to see your touches on it!❤

How beautiful! I love your positive attitude towards it all. Very refreshing!

It's so cozy and quaint! Can't wait to see your touches to your new home!

I love it for the most part - especially the brick arch in the kitchen! I always wanted an arch over the stove in our dream home that we built years ago. We just couldn’t make it work and have the counter space we needed also. It’s always a trade off. I am so excited to watch you make this house into your home!🤗

It’s wonderful, I’m so happy for you and your family.

Dearest Cami, ( I hope I don't sound presumptuous saying that, I just feel like I know you now) I am proud of you all for taking that huge, scary step of picking up and moving from your gorgeous new house to this lovely OLD house! I understand the pull to the Old, it's lived in me a long, long time. I also moved from a newer house to an older, not on the grand scheme you gave but I still understand ALL those feelings!!!! Bless you on your journey, I know it will reflect your style very soon!

Thank you for sharing and I can see the appeal and charm of this new old home 💗

This is a beautiful home. Can’t wait to see how you decorate it.

I think it's just beautuful!! You made a great decision!!

Very darling....The cottage would be one that I would choose, as well...May God continue to bless you and your family...

Love it. So many possibilities! You will make it your own and it will be fabulous!

Your new home is so cozy and beautiful! I can’t wait to see all the wonderful decorating videos too ! 😊

It will be so fun to see what you do with this cozy home! I know you will make it lovely!

I love it! I really see the potential. It's so charming and the property is just amazing. I can't wait to see what you do with the place. I love your style and am so excited for your future renovation videos.

So much potential!! I love an older home. So many stories. Congrats and enjoy!

How exciting!

Such a darling home with lots of potential to make it your own.

So much potential! I look forward to seeing it change to what you love.

I love it! I will definitely be following along as you make it your own.

what a beautiful new home. can't wait to see how you guys settle in there.

That is going to be so much fun to renovate and make your own.

Looking forward to all the renovations to make this beautiful cottage your own!

So cute and old fashioned. Look forward to your touch to it.

Looking forward to seeing how you decorate the house and turn it into your home ❤

It does give you an Anne of Green Gables feel. I'm excited to see your touches on it! Have fun with the journey!

So cute!! 😍

I’m excited for you all. I will truly miss your beautiful pantry though! Glad to know you are thinking about putting in another one❤

Love love Love it ❤

Oh so fun to make it your own. I think I would make that room off the kitchen part of the kitchen...as in knock down a wall to incorporate it. So cute and perfect for your family. Have fun!

Such a great house! With a little paint and maybe a floor update, she’ll be perfect! Congratulations! I’m so excited to see all you do!

I'm in love with this home! The master bedroom is small but those closets are great. The brick in the kitchen is gorgeous.

I love it and you are right it has a lot of potential. I love the upstairs. With all its shapes,cubby like areas. You do have a lot of storage. Looking forward to seeing what you do.l also love the kitchen with the brick cooking area I would definitely be keeping it if it were mine.❤😊

I love your new home and agree there is not a lot to do, some minor adjustments. Ready for this exciting journey with you.