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Fall Colors Extra: Colorful Schoolteacher's Wild Vibrant

Name: colorful schoolteacher
Location: Washington, DC
Type: 2 bedroom,rental that is occupied by myself and daughter number three with the other two girls away in college

Why I use color:

I use color because it is an expression of my personality: Vibrant, exciting, secure,daring and 'wild'...

I love to laugh and bright colors reflect happiness and great emotions which usually brings about smiles and laughter from others. They give a warm and inviting feeling to help others fell relax and secure with their surroundings.

2 Good color tips:

The brighter the better and do what feels right for you and your family.

Favorite type and brand of paint:

Behr Premium plus and semi-gloss spray paint

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Comments (14)

I LOVE IT!!

posted by Sleek on October 31st 2007 at 7:05am
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dc represent!

posted by kerry0 on October 31st 2007 at 7:07am
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We need a DC section!

posted by Sleek on October 31st 2007 at 7:43am
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macdonalds.

posted by amandadom on October 31st 2007 at 9:13am
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well, enjoy. not for me though.

posted by godsfool on October 31st 2007 at 9:51am
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Pretty bold colours, I am so-so on this one...

posted by Tyson Williams on October 31st 2007 at 10:02am
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Horrid and preposterous. I would think that in order to be included as an "Extra", your entry would at least be design worthy, meaning that although the contest is officially over, a particular entry is so good, AT had to show it. This does not fall into that category. I would be perfectly embarrassed if I were from D.C.

posted by Edina Monsoon on October 31st 2007 at 10:30am
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while my taste does not run to this type of decorating I have to give the you credit for being brave!

posted by Kat1 on October 31st 2007 at 10:54am
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the first photo is nice, but the rest is bad feng shui to me.

posted by Sol on October 31st 2007 at 11:54am
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i give props to any DC school teacher that can still find anything to laugh at.

posted by carolynapplebee on October 31st 2007 at 12:20pm
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WEATHER UPDATE:

MONSOON STRIKES AGAIN.

posted by colormyworld on October 31st 2007 at 1:22pm
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Thanks guys for the nice comments. I love to decorate as well as many of my family members, and we use lots of colors to decorate our homes. I have received numerous items for my home from relatives and friends which makes it so special and personal.

True, with any kind of public exposure,one is subjected to the opinions of others, but I thank God I do not need validation from others or have low self esteem and have to seek approval from people who are untactful, rude, and inappropriate. As stated from a fifteen year older. "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder" and "To each his own".

posted by colorful schoolteacher on October 31st 2007 at 5:17pm
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Your table looks so welcoming for a party. Nice job.

posted by brittanykate on October 31st 2007 at 6:10pm
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...Colorful Schoolteacher,your home IS beautiful! It looks rich with happiness,warmth and your life....Enjoy!

posted by eveapple on October 31st 2007 at 6:27pm
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