The Home of Mike and Charisse Goforth

This is my home. The home of Mike and Charisse Goforth, located in the thumb of Michigan. My husband is the pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, located right next door to us. We moved into the parsonage in 1995, but the home was built in the late 1800’s. It is a typical MI two story. I have a great passion for history, and love to decorate with that in mind. When I was first married, I had all “country” decor, but my time period has gone earlier and earlier. 1800’s to 1700’s to now. 1600’s Pilgrim. Living in a parsonage has its challenges, and living in MI means no period correct homes, so I make do. My husband has done all the work on the interior, from the ceiling to the wood floors to the fireplace and beams/braces. He has also made me several pieces of furniture around our home. Many of my period pieces have come from everyone’s sweetheart, the late Marion Atten, and a few recent acquisitions from the wonderful Jon & Jan Maggs and Patricia Thibeault-Ram. Many of my smalls were gifted to me by my sweet friends Carol Quindley and the late Bob Thebert. I absolutely LOVE all things pilgrim and the sacrifices made to live in our beautiful country. It will always be my passion, and I hope to leave that legacy with my children and grandchildren.