You don't choose your family. They are God's gift to you, as you are to them. ~Desmond Tutu

Sunday, March 16, 2008

We're FINALLY Homeowners!!!

Well, after nearly 3 years, Austin and I have finally bought a home! We signed the paperwork Wednesday and are so excited. We will be living on the southwest side of Ft. Wayne-just off of Hadley Rd (exit 105 area.) The house is in an older addition, towards the back, which is nice because it will be quiet back there (or at least that's the hope.) It's on 1/2 acre, is 1640 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath, with a 4-season room. We love it. Unfortunately, it's had the same owner the entire time (44 yrs) and no updates have been made since that time. So, sadly we will be removing the foil wallpaper and painting every room as soon as we gain possession, the 22 yr old shingles will be removed and replaced, and the ever so beautiful flooring will all be ripped out and replaced. We have a lot of work to do and we plan to do it all prior to moving in--three weeks to be exact. So.... on that note, if anyone has a free hand Memorial Day weekend (Adam, Kirby, J.D., Carl, Caleb, Dad, Drew, Brian...) we can definitely use it. Women are welcome too.

1 comment:

Bennie said...

Cogratulations to you and Houston...mary says once you start it's never finished....have to check the blackberry but i maybe able to pitch in.....