Simple Life Writings: The McQueen House

June 25, 2012

The McQueen House

Spring, 2012

I particularly enjoyed writing this article because it's the story of a woman who wouldn't give up on her dream. Shelvy McQueen for years and years wanted a log cabin ~ was obsessed with them ~ and finally got one through a quirk and coincidence. The home of Shelvy and her husband Clarence in little Waldron, Indiana, is inspirational for lovers of the 'primitive' look.

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HecketyJuly 22, 2012 at 8:28 AM
What an amazing story! And an amazing place too, you have made it fascinating.
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Gregory LeFeverJuly 22, 2012 at 1:49 PM
Thank you, Heckety! I'm glad you enjoyed it. It was fun to write. One of your blogs leads me to think you live in western Ireland. If so, it's wonderful to have a transatlantic reader!
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