Saturday, February 2, 2008

Picture Perfect - House and Home


Picture Perfect 2008/#05
Theme : House and Home
Camera : Canon IXUS I
Date Taken : 2007 Dec
 
For many people, this theme might be too easy for them, but definitely it is not that easy to me.  Initially, thought of skipping this week theme, but finally I decided to go for it, thus, so sorry at this real last minute.
 
Nowadays,
We have Bigger Houses, but Smaller Families.
We have Finer Houses, but Broken Homes.
We can buy Beautiful Houses, but not Loving Homes.

I don't have a House where my Home belongs.
I am just staying at somewhere I can put my belongings and take a rest.
I don't have a Home able to keep me in the House. I am just staying with someone very close to me yet feel so far.
I used to be a latchkey kid, an instant noodle kid.
I am not close to my parents, we don't talk, we just nod.
I am not close to my brothers, we don't talk, we quarrel.
For many years, I hardly speak more than a thousand sentences each year, as I think I have lost the technique of pouring words from my mouth.
I don’t have a House which I consider as a House
I don’t have a Home which I consider as a Home
Thus I can’t show you my Beautiful House
And I can't show you my Loving Home
What I can show you, is my Key to My Dreamland House
To Unlock the Happiness n Build Dreams of My Own

 
 
Some of you might have seen her already.  She's one of my Baby Dreams which I bought from AdoptAnEarring.
A necklace with a painted wooden house and an antique gold key attached. Very simple, lovely, yet very meaningful to me.





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59 comments:

  1. ** Ruzie **February 2, 2008 at 10:01 AM

    Auwwww! What a very touching post... Yeap, the theme may sound simple and direct but it has a very significant meaning in life, doesn't it? You've taught me more and more, not to take what I have in life now for granted...

    That is a very lovely necklace! Wish you all the best and thank you for sharing!
    Mine is up too if you have a minute!
    http://rruzie.multiply.com/journal/item/73/Picture_Perfect_HOUSE_AND_HOME

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  2. mel HallFebruary 2, 2008 at 10:13 AM

    very beautifully written and so well spoken,,,,,,never stop dreaming
    http://equinelady12000.multiply.com/journal/item/244/PPF_HOUSE_AND_HOME

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  3. ♥ Maureen ♥February 2, 2008 at 10:31 AM

    Beautifully written indeed, I love it. Truly creative take on the theme. Thanks you for sharing.

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  4. vrilia HirshFebruary 2, 2008 at 10:33 AM

    very original,very beautiful and touching..
    thank you for sharing.

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  5. Luxy (Monica)February 2, 2008 at 10:36 AM

    This is very well written and the picture is lovely!! Thank you for sharing this week!!

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  6. Esti .February 2, 2008 at 10:49 AM

    Wonderful take on the theme, dreams .. I'm glad you din't skip your entry this week .. well done !!!

    Do drop by mine when you have a moment ;o)
    http://estimiguelariel.multiply.com/journal/item/176/PICTURE_PERFECT_House_Home_

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  7. Mickey ®February 2, 2008 at 11:15 AM

    I agree... Great take on the theme. Latchkey kids of the world... unite!

    Thanks for sharing.

    My PPF this week... HOUSE AND HOME

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  8. Mary Anne .February 2, 2008 at 11:21 AM

    Oh wow, I love what you wrote. Mine is up as well.

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  9. tj charmingrebelFebruary 2, 2008 at 2:01 PM

    Heavy but heart felt words. Thanks for sharing with us. I love your necklace, and your hopes for a better future. Thanks for sharing.

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  10. nico gigaFebruary 2, 2008 at 3:10 PM

    well dear friend I hope that key will open the gates of your realm. have a nice day

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  11. Naleebsky .February 2, 2008 at 3:16 PM

    Thanks ruzie.
    that's true, really thanks to Tint for coming up with this theme. We are all learning from each other everyday...

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  12. Naleebsky .February 2, 2008 at 4:29 PM

    Thanks Mickey, I am still thinking of your comfortable bike ! haha~

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  13. Naleebsky .February 2, 2008 at 4:33 PM

    Thanks Mel.
    Yup I won't stop dreaming, that's why I am DreamzOnForever :)
    There is a Dream... There is a Hope !

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  14. Naleebsky .February 2, 2008 at 4:35 PM

    Thanks Maureen. Have a nice Day !

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  15. Naleebsky .February 2, 2008 at 5:50 PM

    Thanks Nico, my friend. I will hold the key tightly as it opens me to the world.

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  16. Toni JFebruary 2, 2008 at 5:55 PM

    I too hope the key opens a door to dream home so you too can have a place to call your own where you can be happy too.

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  17. Naleebsky .February 2, 2008 at 5:56 PM

    Thanks tj for your lovely comments.
    Oh boy, i need a glass of Coke Cola now~ hahah~,
    Have a nice weekend !

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  18. Anty HartonFebruary 2, 2008 at 6:13 PM

    That's very sweet.....maybe one day you dream will come true.
    I love your key.....the design looks very elaborate, you don't see that often.

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  19. vibecka olsonFebruary 2, 2008 at 7:18 PM

    how interesting.. I too was a latchkey kid.. and we moved soooo many times.. I think "home" is where u lay your head

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  20. Sefa FirdausFebruary 2, 2008 at 7:32 PM

    I hope that one day, your dream will come true

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  21. Naleebsky .February 2, 2008 at 8:59 PM

    Thanks Anty.
    Not only mine, I do hope everybody's dreams may come true too...
    Yes, indeed whole necklace is very unique. Becos of the uniqueness, that's why I am crazy over them n keep buying nonstop... many of them are solely just 1 piece exclusive, even remake may end up slightly different as all are handmade, not off-the-shelf stuff.

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  22. Empress SelenaFebruary 2, 2008 at 9:21 PM

    I have always thought that having to be a latch key kid is the saddest thing. I was able to stay home with my kids and I am glad. Hugs very nice House and Home

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  23. Naleebsky .February 2, 2008 at 9:30 PM

    Thanks Sefa.
    I hope yours and everyone's dreams may come true too..
    Have a nice weekend !

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  24. Naleebsky .February 2, 2008 at 9:37 PM

    Thanks Toni, dear. I really hope so. I am continuously trying, I am sure someday I will.

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  25. Rho  February 2, 2008 at 9:37 PM

    beautiful piece!

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  26. Debbe ~February 2, 2008 at 9:45 PM

    Awwwwwww...beautifully written....it will happen....it took me almost 10 years after my divorce to be in a position to be able to buy my house....dreams do take a while to come true....it will happen for you too!!! Hugggssssss

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  27. Shakes LFebruary 2, 2008 at 9:45 PM

    That is a great take on the theme!

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  28. ~*~ ~*~February 2, 2008 at 9:52 PM

    this is so unique!..i'm gonna check out that site.

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  29. Karen G.February 2, 2008 at 10:23 PM

    There is a song that says, "Hold on tight to your dreams". I hope you continue to hold on to your dreams. One day, you will turn those dreams into reality. Best wishes.

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  30. Cave manFebruary 2, 2008 at 10:45 PM

    love your take on this weeks theme..its all about love in a house not the outside of the house...

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  31. Eileen ..February 2, 2008 at 11:56 PM

    Dreams are important and manifesting them is a wonderful part of life.... Thank you for sharing this with us!

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  32. Claire EJFebruary 3, 2008 at 1:04 AM

    Such a touching take on the theme:)

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  33. (Aaah!) Romeo IsUrFriendFebruary 3, 2008 at 1:11 AM

    I hope you find your happiness and your dreams do come true... those words and your blog are a bit sad but still comforting in a way. Thanks for sharing such a personal part of you... and for the visit to my entry.

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  34. Anju RFebruary 3, 2008 at 1:36 AM

    Hope you find your dream house soon!
    Thanks for visiting mine.
    Hope you are have a great weekend!

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  35. Vanessa BatesFebruary 3, 2008 at 1:48 AM

    You will find one! Lovely photo though =)

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  36. ~~ Jacquie ~~ WingateFebruary 3, 2008 at 2:00 AM

    what a wonderful idea and a really nice picture. Nessa is right though.. one day YOUR dream house will manifest itself and you'll have your OWN house and HOME!

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  37. ~~ Jacquie ~~ WingateFebruary 3, 2008 at 2:00 AM

    thanks for stopping by my place and your wonderful comments!

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  38. rob petersonFebruary 3, 2008 at 2:06 AM

    Well put. Cool key. That should be the theme some week. Keys.

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  39. Dani B.February 3, 2008 at 2:13 AM

    Very moving...I read a quote once as I"m quote crazy...that home is whereever you lay your head. So, you've made a home whereever you are. Great words there and your adopt an earring looks fun!

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  40. Swag SeekerFebruary 3, 2008 at 2:29 AM

    Very sweet.

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  41. Dragonlette !February 3, 2008 at 2:40 AM

    Beautiful, without dreams how could we ever find our perfect reality? Its somewhere out there waiting for you to chase it. :)

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  42. Natasa .February 3, 2008 at 2:55 AM

    That's beautiful! Thank you for sharing. I hope your dream comes true.
    Also, thanks for visiting. :)

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  43. Linn PauwelsFebruary 3, 2008 at 4:00 AM

    I hope someday you'll find your dreamland house... thank you for visiting mine. Have a nice weekend :o)

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  44. Gator ^--^February 3, 2008 at 5:20 AM

    What a touching post they photo and write so poignant. That took alot on your part to share..One of the best ive seen yet.jgh
    http://jgaryhillstudio.multiply.com/journal/item/48/Picture_Perfect_House_and_Home_Theme

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  45. Gator ^--^February 3, 2008 at 5:26 AM

    wow..just wanted you to know, this one of the best ones ive seen yet. The photo and the write, so poignant. Im glad you keep on dreamin cause when the dream dies we loose all hope. jgh
    http://jgaryhillstudio.multiply.com/journal/item/48/Picture_Perfect_House_and_Home_Theme

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  46. Liz ZFebruary 3, 2008 at 7:37 AM

    No wonder this was hard for you, you took it serious. Your writing is so touching. My sons were latchkey kids and when my youngest was in elementary school he lost is key about once a week. I was so worried that anybody could walk in our apartment any time. We weren't very close then, but as he got older I had to work less and so got to be home more. I know I'm probably too easy on both of my sons sometimes, but I feel so guilty for having to leave them home alone so much. Compared to your story though I guess I didn't do too bad with what I had to work with. My boys and I are very close now.

    You've had a rough life it sounds like, but it has given you a gift. That is how I always try to look at my past. Hard times make us more understanding of others when they are going through them, and more aware of why someone might not be as nice to us as we'd expect - maybe they're having a really bad time too.

    Hold on to your dream. I was 35 and single with 2 children when I bought my first house. If I can do it, I know you can too. Even before you buy a house hopefully you can get an apartment that you can call your own.

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  47. Lise SFebruary 3, 2008 at 8:54 AM

    Very poignant and powerful. I wish for you that whatever it is you dream about materializes some day. In the meantime, keep on dreaming because dreams are the pathways to our inner souls. A person's dreams can give a sense of direction in life.
    By the way, your house and key necklace is beautiful.

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  48. D PFebruary 3, 2008 at 9:17 AM

    well .im honoured of your visit ,you have a wonderful way with words ,and maybe thats the gift of your experiences , its been a pleausre to view your ' key ' and read the meaning therefore ,nothing is last minute .the timing was perfect ,well done ,terrific entry , best wishes ,ox

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  49. Lusy, The Sunset Girl™ .February 3, 2008 at 11:28 AM

    First of all, thanks so much for visiting my take and I'm so grateful to read the words you posted here and to see the precious necklace of yours. I have just moved to a new place in the middle of a flood yesterday (it had been raining cats and dogs for more than 12 hours before I moved out from the old place) and it was not a nice experience to me. Luckily the new place is safe and better than the old one. What you shared here is something I need right now - thanks so much! Have a great weekend!

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  50. . Emmm .February 3, 2008 at 12:25 PM

    What a beautifuly written and thought provoking entry. May your dreams become reality.

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  51. Kia PletinckxFebruary 3, 2008 at 4:25 PM

    I would like to answer in french to say exactly what I think... and how I can understand what you're wrinting there!
    The advantage now is that you can feel free to go wherever you want without leaving anything behind... and I imagine someday you'll have a home and links and you'll rule freedom for love and responsibility... you'll always be "homeward bound"...

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  52. Di' the WonderwomanFebruary 3, 2008 at 5:15 PM

    Hope you're well and someday find that dream home.

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  53. Gerda .February 3, 2008 at 5:22 PM

    A lovely necklace! Great take on the theme!

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  54. Livy ZhouFebruary 4, 2008 at 2:58 AM

    Owww...this is such a lovely post.
    I love the picture and the words there.
    You really are such a romantic person.
    Great job !!!

    Enjoy your week there (^_^)v

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  55. Vanessa :) HFebruary 4, 2008 at 3:06 AM

    Crossing my fingers that your dream home will be yours soon :-)

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  56. Dawn hFebruary 4, 2008 at 5:17 AM

    Beautifully written.....very nice

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  57. Kari JudsonFebruary 4, 2008 at 6:15 AM

    This was amazingly beautiful. Thank you so much for stopping by mine.

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  58. Kimmie GFebruary 5, 2008 at 4:44 PM

    lovely...

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  59. Picture PerfectFebruary 6, 2008 at 11:22 AM

    I'm sorry it was a hard post for you. Your words are so thought provoking though. The necklace is lovely. Keep going for your dream!

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