Aftermath -- the Cabin Break-In

Hi Guys!

Before I begin this post, I want to thank all of you for your thoughtful comments 

regarding the break-in of our cabin. I've never received that many comments on any post! 

Each comment was so supportive and sympathetic. I appreciate all your suggestions. 

We are in the process of replacing our door with something stronger and safer. 

 Thank you so much for caring. 

Now, on to this week's post . . . 

I'm actually feeling much better after scattered bouts of anger and sadness.

We've taken precautions and several of our mountain neighbors 

are keeping an eye on the cabin for us.
I don't want to let this incident take away from enjoying the cabin so life goes on. 

And what a life!

This week we were greeted by a wondrous scene at the cabin. 

The first snow!

Seems too early for it but at 11,000 feet, I guess it comes early. 

The cabin wore a dusting of pure white snow, 

making it look like a powdered sugar cookie . . . 

. . . while the meadow glistened and the majestic mountains gleamed. 

It was breathtaking, seeming to wash away any scary memories of the break-in. 

After removing the boarded-up doorway to the cabin, 

we went inside. I wasn't sure how I would feel. 

It's a creepy feeling to think about an intruder being in your home.

It was very cold inside but everything looked fine. 

Maybe our little Yei statue kept the cabin safe. (A Yei is a Navajo spirit diety.)

And, let me tell you, nothing lifts my spirits more than finding a great bargain at a thrift store.

While looking for a new cabin door at Habitat for Humanity, we found this gorgeous loveseat!

The perfect size, the red plaid I wanted, super comfy, and only $45!

It looked brand new so we hauled it up to the cabin in the back of our CRV. 

But just barely.

I spent a couple of hours moving it here and there, trying to find the perfect spot.

I think I found it!

The room actually feels bigger with this arrangement
even though it has a big piece of furniture in it now. 

Here's the perspective from the loveseat. Note the back door is still boarded up from the break-in.

Both seats have wonderful views of the mountains.

It doesn't get much better than this.

Thanks again for all your good wishes and hugs.

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