November 26 th
It’s been a full year since Ben and I bought and moved into our first house. Closing escrow less than 10 days after our wedding made us wonder whether we moved too fast — you know, buyer’s remorse — but everything worked out just right, and this Thanksgiving one of the things we’re thankful for is the pretty roof over our heads.
To mark the first anniversary of our home purchase, we’re sharing before-and-after pictures. Check out our progress.
November 15 th
Though autumn has been eye candy for us, the responsibilities that the season brings upon homeowners isn’t too fun.
I’m talking about raking leaves.
The other weekend, I decided I couldn’t put off the task any longer, so out I went with a rake and tarp in tow. Ninety minutes later, Ben came out with a high-powered leaf blower.
“Figures,” I thought. “Men and their machines.”
We accomplished a lot, and even though I was proud of our newly neat yard, I think I’ll hire someone next year.
November 8 th
Every year since 2006, I’ve been struck by the beauty of autumn in the Midwest. But this year, even native St. Louisans have been taken aback by color, color, everywhere. Since the end of October, the scenery has looked as though Mother Nature came through town to shower us with a confetti of leaves — orange, red, yellow and plum.
Fall is the season when the Show-Me State truly has something magnificent to share.
Check out our snaps…