Our poor dear Joni of Cote de Texas is not having much fun, being hunkered down at her home in Houston without power and without Starbucks, which is her life's blood. Update: Head on over to Cote de Texas to read about Joni's lessons from Ike.
But if you want to see some pictures of Joni's great house and how incredibly adorable she is, pick up the October issue of Better Homes & Gardens.
But if you want to see some pictures of Joni's great house and how incredibly adorable she is, pick up the October issue of Better Homes & Gardens. I was at the grocery store today and while I was in the check out line, I noticed that they had the August, September and October issues on display. 
After riffing through all three issues, I spotted Joni and her French/Texas style house. Since there aren't pictures on the BHG website, as far as I can see, I scanned some of them for you. 
Joni has such great taste and a feel for classics such as blue and white ginger jars and sunburst mirrors.
After riffing through all three issues, I spotted Joni and her French/Texas style house. Since there aren't pictures on the BHG website, as far as I can see, I scanned some of them for you. Joni has such great taste and a feel for classics such as blue and white ginger jars and sunburst mirrors.
I hope you will keep Joni and the multiple thousands of other people in south Texas in your thoughts and prayers or click here to make a contribution to the Red Cross. These people will be feeling the effects of Ike for many years to come.
Congrats to Joni! I see the suzani made the cut. She's poured so much thought, energy and love into her home over the years. Happy to see such a lovely feature.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful for Joni!!!! and for all of us to enjoy her home. Will be out to get a copy tonight. I hope we hear from Cote de Texas soon and that she is ok. Ginny
ReplyDeleteI'll have to go look for that issue. I hope Joni can read this post even if she can't get her power back on. The 90 degree remnants of Ike knocked out power and melted us Yankees. I can't imagine life in Texas right now. Congratulations Joni.
ReplyDeleteI got an e-mail from Joni this afternoon. Still no power, but hoping they will get back on the grid tonight. I am sure it's been a wretched week for all.
ReplyDeleteWow--Congratulations to Joni! I just sent an email to my parents asking them to pick up this issue for me. Thanks for letting us know!
ReplyDeleteI was so excited to see this article! Joni (and her home!) certainly deserve this.
ReplyDeleteMeg - great fun to see our friend in print!
ReplyDeleteWonderful post -- beautiful photos!
ReplyDeleteGood for you, you scooped me! Joni told me about this, and I have been too busy to get the BHG! I'm going to post this on my site too, and of course linky dink right back to you.
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VV, it was only that I actually entered a grocery store for the first time in ages, that I actually saw the magazine. pure chance! I will look forward to reading your review!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the tip. What's also ironic is the fact that I don't subscribe to BHG yet it came in the mail addressed to my small business just yesterday. I was going to give it to my neighbor who I know enjoys the periodcal when she returns home. Apparently, I was meant to have this month's edition. Joni's family is so chateau chic!
ReplyDeleteGreat house but poor Joni! Our power was once out for over two days and it was very, very tedious. What's it been for her? Almost a week? Yikes!
ReplyDeleteMeg, what a friend you are! Gee, I don't even have to scan the pictures now!!! what a treat! I hate to scan! But seriously - you've been such a great friend to me, always there to chit chat about nothing important and sometimes important things too! I can't wait to meet you irl one day and let you treat me to a fabulous meal in Pigtown, or Baltimore or even DC!
ReplyDeletethanks again for doing this, my friend.. muchas gracias!
Joni
Awww shucks, Joni! I am happy to show everyone your wonderful work and to introduce you to everyone who doesn't already know you!
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Wooohooo! I am getting BHG in place of another maagazine that went out of biz....and I don't think I got this issue! It is wonderful and I will hop on out to get the latest. Thanks for the heads up Meg! It looks wonderful.(Did I already say that?)
ReplyDeleteGreat photos, and thanks for posting them, Meg. I haven't been able to find this issue yet, but will keep looking. We seem to get our magazines days after everyone else in the country! Boo!
ReplyDelete-Lana
I absolutely love Joni...thanks for the alert. Pics are great...Fay
ReplyDeleteJoni is everywhere! (As she should be!). We all know what a talent she is by now. I'd be surprised if she doesn't have her own syndicated show soon! (smile!).
ReplyDeletei haven't seen this issue yet - i LOVE the way she mixes styles and periods - that's real decorating!
ReplyDeletelike everyone, i'm so sorry about what ike has done to so many. i hope things get better soon.
"Better Homes and Gardens"--perfect fit for Joni.
ReplyDeleteOh my. She's much chubbier than I'd imagined.
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