well I got some exciting – BIG – news to share with you all.
I know Michelle and I keep saying things like, “got some good news to share” a lot here lately. well, we are finally able to start sharing some things.
yesterday was a big day for Gary and I.
we are officially homeowners.
we had our closing yesterday. for those that follow me on instagram saw me hinting at some things.
you might remember after my last ordeal of selling my first home, I was not to keen on buying a house anytime soon. but now that I am getting married next month, Gary and I really want to start the next chapter of our lives together as a married couple.
my new front door.
you will start to see more things from me about home renovations as this house is old, and needs some work done to it. I have already asked a few times on facebook about wood floors, and you might have seen me start a new pinning board for new house ideas. let the fun begin.
another angle of the front
the backyard area, a little more trees then what we wanted but still nice. just needs a fence…for the dog we hope to get one day…hopefully soon. and needs a good blowing of leaves, as majority of the yard is leaves! oh boy, that will be Gary’s job haha
love the back deck! just needs a little cleaning and another stain on it.
this house took awhile for us to make a decision on buying it or not. so after much thought and debate, we decided to do it! so looks like Charlotte will be home for some time. this is house is a little old but has so much charm. we are very excited and a little nervous. can’t wait to share more of what we do to the house!
Twins Question: Where is your favorite place to get house remodeling items and ideas? DIY projects? Any tips for this new adventure for Gary and I?
I have bookmarked a lot of posts already from the Young House Love site. which I have already spent so much time on that site, love it! I will share more pictures of the house in the days to come.
till next time,
xoxo
Lori
PS- next up is some protein powder talk from readers request
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congrats to you and Gary! Buying a home is so fun, rewarding and a lot of work! haha Good luck with everything I know you’ll make it beautiful!
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How wonderful!! Congrats! I’m so happy for you! My hubby is the project manager for his families construction company so a lot of the DIY stuff, he does! Hehe!
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It is absolutely beautiful! I can already imagine y’all hosting a smalll cocktail evening. Laid back, but chic… Minimal flowers, fresh bites, everyone brings a bottle of wine. Can I come? Jk
Love brick!
So happy for y’all!!! I hope to own a home one day soon. Doing things a little backward with 3 kids.
Cannot wait to see design pictures. I like to go to Homegoods for discount designer items.
my best friend lives in charlotte
im in SC! LOVE the pics! Congrats!
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So happy for you Lori, huge milestone! Congrats
I dream of having that moment someday…
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Congrats on the house! What an exciting adventure to embark on with your husband-to-be!
Congratulations!!! It looks like an amazing spot. I can imagine a lot of lovely afternoons on your back deck.
p.s. I can’t believe the wedding is so soon. I’m looking forward to the pictures.
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CONGRATS!!!! This is wonderful news!! A home to update is always a fun project – sometimes stressful, but it will be so rewarding!
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ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh! Congrats! That is so so exciting!! I usually go to HGTVs website for all my ideas
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congrats!!! the house looks amazing. love that deck
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Congratulations! I know I’m more of a lurker than a commenter, but you guys have been an inspiration for me ever since I found your blog, I had to pipe up for this one though, because that’s worth an extra “congrats!” or two.
Pinterest is actually a great place to get ideas for home stuff. I can’t remember if you were one of the bloggers I follow that already has an account, but if you aren’t, I can easily toss you an invitation.
I just bought my first home this year as well (a condo, but still my first home!) and the most important thing I’ve learned is to make a list of EVERYTHING (no matter how small) that you think you might want to do to improve the place. Keep the list somewhere convenient. You may not get to it any time soon, but it keeps you from falling into the trap of “good enough” after you’ve lived there a while. (I had “pink light bulb for the bedroom” on my list for MONTHS, but I’m so glad I didn’t forget that I wanted it — that soft warm glow really makes the room feel relaxing!)
I can’t wait to hear about your favorite projects (and your possible-puppy!)
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glad we have helped you and yes we love PINNING!! we get so many ideas there, and great idea about the list. I will do that. And congrats on your place!!!
Congratulations, Lori!!! So happy for you and Gary.
You must be so excited to start your new lives together. That deck is gorgeous. I can’t wait to read about all of the renovations.
CONGRATULATIONS!!! Ohmygoodness, I love it! The house is adorable
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Congrats! Beautiful house and so exciting! I’m an HGTV nut so I love their site and most of the shows. For hard wood floors you might want to go original to the house and area, and ask around. I love the look of distressed wood and wish that we had gone with that. It’s just been a year now and we have deep gouges and marks.
Having old brick, I would get it all inspected, replace any if needed, checking for leaks and then get it sprayed. The spraying allows the brick to breathe but water will just roll right off of it.
I think your best bet is to put the hours in on the computer as to getting your style. Walk some stores and see what is available and start room by room.
We’re still in reno’s here and although it’s been hard at times I know it will be worth it. I hope you have a blast, and I can’t wait to see what you do with your new home
Congratulations. How exciting?!
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Wow, congratulations!!! Its surely is exciting!
Best wishes for you <3
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Congratulations!! The house does look uber-charming. Sounds like Pinterest will be your best friend for these next few months
Matt and I were looking into buying, and we made offers on a couple places earlier this year, but didn’t get them. So we settled on renting, and we move into our new apt. downtown on 1.5 weeks. Still, I’m excited! Moving always feels like a fresh, clean start.
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Congratulations! I’m so excited for you two! What a great adventure you are on now. I love the charm of Charlotte. It is so beautiful! Love your yard too! It looks like a beautiful place to start the next chapter in your lives together! Welcome home my friend! xoxo
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Congratulations. It looks like a beautiful North Carolina home and setting. What I first noticed, however, is your muscular arms, Lori!! Wow! Great job on the planks and all your workouts. When I renovated my home back in 2005, there weren’t many great resources, and it was tough to be ‘green’. My ideas were all in my head from old, old issues of Natural Home magazine. I suggest using zero VOC paints and as many green materials as possible. I found great things at the Habitat re-use store and re-purposed them. I have already commented here on bamboo floors, also used cork. I like http://www.susanka.com/books/default.asp for her ‘not-so-big’ books and ideas.
!!! the little glimpses look amazing! i am so happy for you! i like to read dwell magazine and get most of my diy stuff from ikea for the cost factor. i love home projects! we did our entire kitchen from studs so if you have any questions just ask! we also used a computer software program to design it ourselves! i miss that kitchen since our place in the city has a galley kitchen but it was nice while i had it!
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SO exciting!!! I love the pictures you’ve put up– it looks like a real beauty! Congrats!
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Congrats! The house looks beautiful. I love the back yard.
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Congratulations! I’m so happy for you – the house looks beautiful from what I can see here. Can’t wait to read about your fabulous adventures in home decorating
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OMG! SO excited for you and Gary!!!!! my heart is exploding with happiness because you guys deserve this happiness! The house looks so pretty and I LOVE the deck!!!!!! You guys are going to make that house a beautiful home with you both in it!
I say we pop a bottle of wine today and celebrate!! <3 Mike and I are going to buy a bottle on way home from closing and have a glass!
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Congratulations!! That is so exciting for you two! The house already looks great – I’m so excited to see some of the things you do to it!
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Congratulations!! Your new house is absolutely beautiful! I can’t wait to see pictures of the inside
YEYYYYY!! That’s SO exciting! This is such a big year for you and I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers! <3
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Congratulations.what exciting news..the home and the lot look gorgeous…like you said, you can tell it has that charm..I’m excited to see some shots of the inside too! Have an awesome day!!!!
Ah! Congrats. The house looks great – lots of charm. Houses are meant to be that way. New track homes are just stuffy.
Can’t wait to see more.
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That is exciting! Congratulations on the new place!
Congrats! That is so exciting for you two! I wish you the best of luck getting everything sorted out and settled in! They have magazines for home decorating, ahh I want to decorate so bad, I looove it!
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Congratulations! You’ve kept hinting about big news, and it’s so exciting to see what it is!
So happy for you, you’ll be able to create it just as you want it best.
love
Ela
I am over the moon for you guys!
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Congratulations! It looks so gorgeous and has something very special about it!
You are awesome!
Love,
Nicki
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yay! super exciting–congrats
yaaaay, congrats to you guys! I am so excited to follow along with all of the fun!
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yay! CONGRATS! Love the deck and backyard (except all the leaves, ha ha!)
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Congrats! Love that photo of you and Gary together! The deck is wonderful. How relaxing to be able to chill with a glass of wine as you look at those beautiful trees.
HUGE congrats!!! I’m just getting out of mine right now so we are opposite haha.
May all your beautiful new memories be created in wonder and love every moment in your new home xoxo
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Congratulations!!! What a beautiful home!!
That deck is nice and I love the wooded back yard with aged trees. Congratulations to both of you! Very exciting!
Cheryl
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