Home Renovation: A Year Later

When we purchased our home, we went in knowing that it would need serious work. I don't think I fully grasped exactly how extensive the renovation would be until we were in the middle of it. The photos really speak for themselves. While they're not professional, you will see its a dramatic transformation.

Not a single room in the house was left untouched. We utilized a contractor and various local companies for the major work and my dad and Mark knocked out the smaller scale stuff (which there was a lot of). There are still some big projects to tackle but it was come a long way and we are just thrilled with how everything has turned out.

BEFORE: Entry

AFTER

BEFORE: Living Room

 

 

 

 

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What I'm Watching

I love having a weekly tv schedule- it gives me something to look forward to each night. Fall shows are the best in my opinion and now that I have Downton Abbey and Game Of Thrones, Winter isn't too bad either.

Nashville

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This show brings the drama in a major way. I'm a big Connie Britton fan (from Friday Night Lights) and she does not disappoint as Rayna James. I generally find Hayden Panetierre annoying but I think this role is perfect for her. I also really like watching Kimberly Williams-Paisley. She's been one of my faves since Father of the Bride.

 

Revenge

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If you haven't seen this, do yourself a favor and start the series immediately. It can be a little cliche and kitschy at times but it is SO addictive. I got Mark hooked on it and is one of the few shows he'll actually watch with me.

 

New Girl

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New Girl is just awesome and hilarious. My mom turned me on to this and i was skeptical at first but I gave in and now I love it. Zoey Deschanel is quirky and weird (as I imagine her to be in real life). Schmidt is hands down my favorite. Another one Mark will actually watch with me.

 

Real Howeswives of Beverly Hills

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I'd be remiss not to mention my beloved Bravo. It goes without saying my obsession continues and whatever is on, I'm watching. I'm pretty excited for the upcoming season of RHBH and the cast additions. Frankly, they look a little scary- I mean, a witch? Andy should have just brought on Alison Dubois! From the previews it seems like Brandy will be overindulging (!) and Kim Richards will be back to her usual self.

I've been watching, unenthusiastically, The New Atlanta, Eric & Jessie (Newlyweds 2.0!), and all of the 'bonus' footage/reunion of RHNJ. I'm glad people are leaving for next season- I can only take so much of the Melissa-Teresa- Manzo family business.

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Are there any shows I'm missing out on?!

 

 

 

 

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TGIF

I'm just going to gloss over the fact that I've been MIA since.......April.......

 

Between moving from Charleston to Cincinnati, living with my parents for 8 months, to buying/renovating a house, and chasing around a very active toddler things have been just a tad busy around here.

Some (semi) recent happenings

My little man turned 1!

Finally became homeowners again

Had lots of girl time

Took a great vacation to Charleston & Kiawah

Visited Mark's parents in NC

Scoped out the local parks

 

And this a seriously edited version.

We are officially suburbanites now and while it's definitely been a change we're really enjoying it. It's so nice to have a garage (any designated parking, at that!), a yard, neighbors more than 3 feet away, and free reign to do whatever we want to the inside AND outside of our house. Having a mall and Target 5 minutes away doesn't hurt either.

 

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Getting There...

We have made a lot of progress recently and are so close to finishing the first floor. I'll be back with before and after shots once its complete because it is quite the transformation!

Progress

Well, we are finally homeowners again!

 

This time we're dealing with a fixer-upper, rather than new construction. Needless to say, we (and by 'we' I mean my dad, Mark, and our contractor) have been very busy with the renovation.

 

 

There's obviously a ways to go but I'm really excited about all the finishes and things that will be going in. I just can't wait to actually live there! 

 

 

A few weekends ago, I was a bridesmaid for one of my best friends. She and the wedding itself were absolutely stunning. Just total perfection...

 

 

 

 

 

Watching more snow fall

 

 

When will spring be here?! SO tired of the gloomy weather.

 

 

Easter

 

I failed, yet again, to a) use our new camera and b) get a decent pic of the 3 of us. As you can see, Tanner is on the move and wants to walk everywhere. I swear we dont sit still for a minute all day. 

 

 

Valentine's and Other Happenings

Obsessed with Downton?! 

Check out this website for some hilarious e-cards.

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Thanksgiving morning at The Banks

Kel & David's wedding

Christmas parties galore

Celebrating Kimbler

Big moves for my little man!