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My love is bigger than a Honda, honey, it’s bigger that a Subaru

pam kueber - Updated: May 6, 2021

Retro Renovation stopped publishing in 2021; these stories remain for historical information, as potential continued resources, and for archival purposes.

MY SINCERE THANKS to all the readers who helped Retro Renovation capture 4th place in Apartment Therapy’s contest to name the favorite home-design blog of 2009.  A little over a week ago, it was a nail-biting finish to get into the finals. Were we in 7th – out? Or 6th – in? Woah. You kept voting right up to the last-minute and pushed us into the top 6 out of more than 600 blogs listed. Then this week, you kept the pedal to the mid-century metal and brought home more than 400 votes and 4th place. That’s a fantastic finish — and wonderful visibility for mid-century *modern* and *modest* alike. Hmmm. Why do I have a feeling it’s gonna be a good year? 🙂 Congratulations to the Homies winner, Remodelista, and to the other finalists, who clearly are having a blast sharing their passion, as well. To help us celebrate: My main man, and hardest-working guy in rock ‘n roll, circa 1985. Oh my. xoxo

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  2. MrsErinD says

    Congrats! I still think that this blog is # 1 and the absolute best I’ve ever read and will always be my favorite! :O)

    Hmm, a pink cadillac is good, but I would love a pink Belair!! (or aqua!)

  4. Jen says

    Congrats on your 4th place finish! Who better than Bruce Springsteen to help you celebrate? Oh, I had the biggest crush on that man in the mid-80’s. One of my prized possessions in my bedroom was his “Born in America” poster on my wall — y’know — the one that presented his rather nice-fitting jeans?

  5. Annie B. says

    Wahoo! Hot zig! Congratulations, Pam. We’re SO proud of you!
    Thanks again for everything

  6. Kelly says

    Yay! Congratulations! I check in with your site every morning and there aren’t many other sites that I can say that about. Keep up the great work!

  7. RetroSandie says

    Congrats Pam! But you are No. 1 with me! I really think the other blogs pale in comparison to you…yours has “true heart”. Checking your blog daily is a MUST! Keep up your fine work and all the best for a rootin’ tootin’ year ahead!! <3

  9. Cindy says

    The Boss…the first time I heard him was Fall, 1976 and is one of those moments in time I will always remember. He’s still got it, too! Happy 2010 to All!