WELCOME HOME

Welcome Home! 

Hey! I’m Debbie from Someday Violet, a comfortable guest in Lola’s home. 

Feeling welcome in someone’s home is an intangible gift from hostess to visitor. My Grandma Roe shared this gift every day.

If the door was locked, she wasn’t home. If an extra car wasn’t parked in front of  her  house, chances were that she wasn’t home. Barely a day passed that someone didn’t just stop by… children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, neighbors, friends and friends of friends, who were now her friends. No formal invitation was needed.

She was the perfect hostess. There was nothing pretentious about her style. In fact, she probably didn’t know she had a style. She lived simply, in a one bedroom home. She was garage sale savvy. She reused, rescued and up-cycled before it was “in”. Looking back, she was a trendsetter.

What was it about her that made everyone feel at home?  Well…

It wasn’t about the house. There were no apologies for dust or dirty dishes. It wasn’t about her, it was about the visit.

It didn’t matter when you showed up, the coffee pot was on and you were greeted with a warm gentle hello.  But it wasn’t just coffee served or a friendly welcome.  Maybe it was that she never made a big deal out of  having  someone drop by. She didn’t hurry around trying to make you comfortable, you just were  because  no one was ever a guest really, you were family. 

Walking into Lola’s is like visiting an old friend, one who you simply enjoy and are always welcome.

- Debbie Sharp, Guest Contributor 

Debbie Sharp is the owner of Someday Violet. She is constantly creating new one-of -a-kind pieces which are available at Lola's. The craftsmanship is unbelievable! Someday Violet's creations include children's aprons, book bags, puppet theaters, pillows, and wonderfully fragrant lavender sachets. Visit Lola's to all the Someday Violet's merchandise!