Favorite Spot in Your Home? Where & Why?

on October 22, 2008 at 12:30 PM

Over on Simple Mom, this week's Q & A question is Where is your Favorite Spot in your Home and Why?

I love this question. So I got to thinking, and it didn't take me too long to decide that, for me, it's right here in my office, from where I'm typing to you right now.

Since I work at home, I have my very own office. That's not to say it isn't strewn with toys and kid shoes—because it is. My office is in the sunroom of our house, which looks out on our tiny backyard where we get lots of backyardy birds and, on occasion, something more exciting like a small hawk. It's also where I work and write and dream and drink my daily pot of tea (usually at Leo's naptime!). It's the room where all my books and many of my favorite things are. It's where the cats sleep all day and where the sun streams so lovely through the windows every morning. I love to watch the boys play out back while I tap away on my laptop. Once I get my garden in order, my favorite spot will only get better.

What's your favorite place in your home? And why? Leave your answer and a photo, if you have one, under Discuss This. I can't wait to see your favorite spots!

About the author Sheri Reed

is a writer and the Entertainment, News & Sports editor for The Stir. She loves a good film, watches lots of good TV and follows Ryan Gosling's every move because she has to -- for work.

Filed Under: inspirations, work spaces

Comments (8)

babyjakesmama

on Oct 22, 2008 at 3:17 PM

I would have to say I love Jake's room. It is so cozy! We have so many great toys, plush carpet, tons of sun, and music playing. Also, the dogs come and hang out in there with us too, so they whole family joins us in there!

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jandyrodax

on Oct 22, 2008 at 3:30 PM

My favorite spot at home (other than when I get to sleep) is sitting right here in front of the computer.

maisah

on Oct 22, 2008 at 3:43 PM

It would have to be my bedroom. I love it, I have all of the ammonites that I need in it... My bed, computer, printer and a TV... A bedroom set with a 8 pc comforter set with matching drapes, 1/2 bath and wall to wall carpet....and beautiful pictures on the wall... So relaxing. It is my retreat!

Cafe Kristen

on Oct 22, 2008 at 4:44 PM

I love my kitchen. It's not huge but very comfortable and full of my favorite things. I spend a lot of time there.

southernlamom

on Oct 22, 2008 at 5:15 PM

I have to say my favorite spot in my home is one I don't get to spend enough time in--in front of my sewing machine! Right now my sewing 'corner' is in the kitchen (which is thankfully large enough to hold it!) and I LOVE to sit in front of my refurbished Brother that sits atop my grandmother's old sewing table (the kind that the machine used to actually attach into the table!)...and create! I'm still new to sewing and I love it so much! The to do list is huge and i just love looking at a finished piece....sewing, the kids playing with their daddy..it just feels like home!

workenmom

on Oct 22, 2008 at 5:51 PM

my living room, that's where everyone comes together most often. that's where I sit with my laptop and watch TV with my boys.

PoodlePower

on Oct 22, 2008 at 10:22 PM

My scrapbook corner. It's located in our newly renovated basement. I can be creative, be near my kids and spouse as we all hang out in the living space here together.

gvillekilnbilly

on Oct 24, 2008 at 7:37 AM

Can I have 2 favorite spots? My first favorite would be my pottery studio, of course. It is definitely ready for a makeover- and actually, I'm outgrowing it. It is currently located in my basement, but it's next to the playroom, so it is so great to be able to do what I love while my son plays, and checks in (alot) to play with clay. I have been waiting for him to get old enough to spend time with me down there, and it's finally happening!! - My goal is to add a "real" studio onto my garage, and actually have WINDOWS- what a concept, natural light!!

My other fave place is my backyard brick patio. I've got an old Ethan Allen wood wingback couch and easy chair back there, and it's got a roof, so we pretty much live out there from early spring until just about....now. It's a sad day when I have to bring in the cushions! Next year, a new garden- the perennials are looking tired and overgrown.