"Why Gypsy Jo?"

"Why Gypsy Jo?"
When you think of a gypsy you probably think of that show on TLC, Gypsy Sisters, or the other show also on TLC My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding.  However, this is not what comes to mind when I think of the word gypsy.  The Webster dictionary defines the word gypsy as people that are known for moving from place to place instead of living in one place for a long time.    
I've moved over 30 times and no- I am not exaggerating.  My father was in the restaurant business and would open a restaurant, get it going and then move on to the next restaurant. We moved so much that my parents would just rent homes.  This is important to know because I believe this is where my passion for interior design started.  My mother was amazing, she could take any home and make it look fabulous in a short time and on a small budget.  When you're moving sometimes twice a year, there's no sense in spending much money on something you can't take with you.  Now lets fast forward to college graduation.  My husband and I are starting our careers, mine in Interior Design and his in the automobile industry.  Guess what I didn't know about the automobile industry...they move you about every two years.
Through all these moves I have noticed the regional differences we have in the United States. What people like and desire in California is not the same as what people in New England, Texas and Idaho want for their homes.  Moving so much through out my life has actually helped me with my job.  I can not tell you how many times when meeting with clients, they have described to me what they are looking for, and I am able to predict where they're from.  
Four months ago my husband was transferred again.  A new state, a new home, a new style. Each home has a style and look that is unique and different, and with the right design it can be a show stopper.  For many years my clients, friends and family have suggested I do a blog on interior design.  What more of a perfect time to start one than now.  So why Gypsy Jo? Because that's me, a person that can't stay in one place to long when there are new things to be discovered.  I hope you have as much fun following my blog as I am starting my new adventure.