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Welcome home. Our entryway is the first hello — a little glimpse into the heart of our home. I’ve been slowly curating pieces that feel cozy, intentional, and full of charm. From the soft light to the little details, it’s all about creating a space that feels like a warm embrace the moment you walk in. Here’s to slow decorating, thoughtful touches, and making a home that tells your story. Shop products here: https://liketk.it/59zVJ 🛍🛒 Ways to shop this post: • Go to the link in my bio & click SHOP MY POSTS • Go to www.nursetalie.com/shop • Comment below or send me a message me and I’ll send you the links to the products • Shop by downloading the FREE @liketoknow.it app & follow me @nursetalie . EntrywayDecor HomeSweetHome SlowLivingHome CozyCorners IntentionalLiving DecorWithHeart Home HomeStyle HomeDecor LTKHome LTK ltksalealert

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I love this trending audio 😂 but I do love my little kitchen lamps more 😍😍😍 !! These cordless kitchen lamps offer three adjustable light settings to suit every mood—from bright task lighting to a soft evening ambiance. I love them so much that I got two. Found them on Amazon.
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Spring is in the air — and so are the deals! Freshened up our entrance with some beautiful Amazon finds, and the best part? They’re all on sale right now during Amazon’s Spring Sale! Linking everything for you — perfect time to refresh your space.

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Current wishlist:
Cottage core energy only 🫖🤍

If it looks like it belongs in a European grandmother’s kitchen or a countryside cottage… I want it.

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Thrifting teaches you restraint, patience, and how to grieve furniture you were emotionally attached to for 12 minutes. A moment of silence for the ones that got away… but very happy with what came home 🤍 #thriftedhome #slowdecor #thriftedfinds #slowliving #grandmillenialdecor

This used to be the room I avoided.

It became the storage space.
The mismatched furniture space.
The blue walls that never felt like me.

I didn’t realize how much that energy was affecting me.

So I cleared it out.
Painted it butter yellow.
And chose warmth instead of overwhelm.

Now it’s my favorite room in the house.

Sometimes transformation isn’t dramatic.
It’s intentional.

Casa Cardinal is becoming softer, warmer, and more aligned… one room at a time.

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This is me, living my absolute best life surrounded by all my thrifted treasures 👑✨ — and my husband, the unsung hero just trying to survive the avalanche of ‘treasures’ 🥴. He’s always behind the scenes, taking me to estate sales and thrift stores, doing all the heavy lifting (literally!), and making my dream home a reality. Even if he’s just trying not to get buried alive under all my finds — he’s my hero! 🧡😂 #ThriftedFinds #MyHappyPlace #HisPatienceOfSteel #ButMakeItAesthetic #TreasureHunter #ThriftQueen #MyHero

“Your house looks like my grandma’s.”
Perfect — she had impeccable taste 💅🏼

We’re very heavy on the grandma-core / grandmillennial decor over here… florals, antiques, cozy corners, real wood furniture, and absolutely zero regret.

Honestly, if it doesn’t feel like you could bake cookies here while a lace curtain moves in the breeze… I don’t want it. 🫖✨

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POV: Bear thinks I committed a federal crime by putting his toys away… but the living room can finally breathe again. 🧸🚫
Don’t worry — everything is safely tucked into his new toy basket (which, by the way, doubles as extra seating!). He’s currently supervising the situation very closely.

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This quilt instantly made the bed feel more inviting—soft, well-made, and I love that it’s double-sided for an easy refresh. Sized up for that extra drape and it was totally worth it… plus Bear clearly approves 🐶✨

Comment below for the links!

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Coming home is its own kind of self-care. It’s where the rush pauses at the door and every detail invites you to slow down. A home that greets you gently, just as you are 🏡💕

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Beautiful, classy, adorable pajamas for the soft living girlies

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Newest wishlist member!

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Anybody else ready for spring

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How cute are these soup bowls, love the handle on them!

The most darling 💕
Blue Rose Polish Pottery Daisy Surprise Gravy Boat & Plate

One of my favorite corners in the living room, my little reading nook

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Love when the kitchen windows open, it’s like the glforst signs of Spring! Happy March! 🌸💕

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One year ago, I had the right lobe of my thyroid removed after being diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer.

I wish I could say healing was quick or straightforward. It wasn’t. There were months of exhaustion, fear, hormone adjustments, and learning how to live in a body that suddenly felt unfamiliar and painful.

But healing didn’t arrive in one dramatic moment. It happened quietly — in ordinary days returning. In mornings that felt lighter. In laughter that came back naturally. In realizing I was no longer just in autopilot and getting through it.

Today, I’m not the same person I was before surgery. In many ways, I’m softer, braver, more grateful, and more protective of my peace.

If you’re facing thyroid cancer, surgery, or any major health challenge right now — you are not alone. And even if it feels impossibly far away, there is so much joy and peace on the other side.

Thank you to everyone who carried me through this year 🤍

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Current wishlist:
Cottage core energy only 🫖🤍

If it looks like it belongs in a European grandmother’s kitchen or a countryside cottage… I want it.

#grandmillennialstyle #cottagestylehome #vintagehomedecor #cozykitchenvibes #ltkhome

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I see I’ve gained a few new friends here lately, so I wanted to introduce myself 🤍
Hi, I’m Natalie.
I’m in my 30s, live on Long Island with my husband Russ — my biggest supporter and believer in all my ideas (even the wild ones) and together we’re slowly turning Casa Cardinal into the home of our dreams. We share our home with Bear, our golden doodle and Murray, our Siamese cat — both are my tiny shadows who supervise every project, every rearranging spree, and every new change I make around the house. By day, I’m a Family Nurse Practitioner. I’ve been a nurse for 10 years, beginning my career in the ICU. Caring for people is woven into who I am. It’s an honor I don’t take lightly, and it has shaped how I move through the world. But when I’m not in scrubs, I pour that same love into my home and my family. I’m drawn to estate sales, thrift stores, antiques with stories, and small beginner DIY projects. I love homes that feel layered, meaningful, and imperfect in the most beautiful way — spaces that hold memories, not just things.

My journey with thyroid cancer changed me deeply. It slowed me down, softened me, and taught me to romanticize ordinary days. It was the wake-up call I didn’t know I needed, and I’m grateful to say I’m doing well now.

Around here you’ll find soft living, cozy corners, home decor, thrifted treasures, and the quiet beauty of everyday moments.

If you’re here because you also believe home should feel safe, warm, and full of meaning… I’m so glad you found me.

Let’s be friends 🤍
Tell me where you’re from or what makes a place feel like home to you.

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This might be the cutest little hosting detail I own 🐶🤍
A ceramic #Staffordshire dog that holds toothpicks for charcuterie boards, appetizers, and dinner parties. It’s one of those small details that always gets noticed and makes hosting feel extra thoughtful. Perfect for grazing tables, cheese boards, or styled on the counter when friends are over.

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Go here for Amazon link; only $52.19 for King size! Sorry, was unable to link on LTK, but you can go to this link for the more affordable set: https://amzn.to/4pLglaJ

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I was so nervous to touch this mantle, but sometimes the best changes happen when we stop overthinking. I put this project off for months because I was scared to mess it up. Now it feels like it’s always meant to look this way. From orange wood to a rich, moody wood tone — all ready for the holidays. Proof that courage, not sanding, makes the biggest difference! If you're waiting for a sign to try something new in your home, this is it!

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Building our little Christmas village, one tiny glowing window at a time ✨⛄️ There’s something so magical about creating a world where it’s always cozy, always snowy, and always Christmas Eve 🤍🎄
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