Back in the winter of 2013 with a 3 month old baby and almost 3 year old, Chris and I decided we were outgrowing our town-home. We searched for the perfect home but all the homes just didn't feel right. You know what I mean? I wanted to walk in and it already feel like home. We were not opposed to a forecloser in fact we encouraged our realtor to find one.
We searched for hours online and kept passing up one home because the pictures were terrible and honestly creepy. Finally we were like just show us this home since we'll be in the area anyway. Would you believe that when we walked in Chris and I looked at each other and we just knew this was the one for us!
It was a forecloser, it needed a TON of work, but the layout was perfect, the schools were great, the neighborhood was beautiful, and it had an office for us to work from home in!!!!
The very first thing we did when we moved in was remove all the dead bushes and trees. Which seems like most all the landscaping. Then we painted and repaired the exterior. It was a scary looking grey and the deck was orange. I'm not lying...ORANGE! Who paints their deck that color? We called it the Halloween house.
We LOVE this house now. It's perfect for our family. We now have 3 boys. Each one has his own room, Chris has his office, and I have my salon. It's perfect! Oh and I can't forget to mention the awesome closets! Especially mine <3 It's HUGE! It honestly could be the 5th bedroom...no joke.
BUT
We are selling it!
Why?! I know, I know, I know! Chris and I have prayed a lot about this. We are setting ourselves up for a BIG adventure in the future! We see ourselves living on a small homestead eventually. It won't be right away but in the near future. Plus, we love fixing up houses. We have found a passion for it.
Chris and I work well together...surprisingly. Haha! He does all the heavy lifting and I do the design. It's perfect but it does have it's challenges too of course.
Alright, now for the good stuff. These pictures were taken for selling purposes. The house is "staged" so people can see themselves living here. I will eventually post before and after photos once the house has been sold. If you love this house I'll have my realtor's contact information at the bottom of the post along with a video.
Thanks for checking out my house! There are some pictures that we don't have but if you would like more information please contact our realtor.
Robin Rohrman SFR
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Office: 847-277-2712
So, I must say that I'm loving the new Facebook LIVE feature! I've always wanted to create videos, I've taped them and then procrastinate on splicing them. So I'm happy to announce that I am now creating Facebook LIVE videos!!
My first video was on my personal page that I have now made public and will share with you here.
I shared a pic on Instagram and got requests to do a video on how to create this faux braid on short hair.
Here is a fan pic!
Thanks Selena for sharing it with me :)
Faux Braid on Short Hair
My first video was on my personal page that I have now made public and will share with you here.
I shared a pic on Instagram and got requests to do a video on how to create this faux braid on short hair.
Here is a fan pic!
Thanks Selena for sharing it with me :)
Faux Braid on Short Hair
I hope you enjoyed my first video! Come follow Pampered Daughter Thrifty Wife on Facebook so you don't miss out on all future LIVE videos!
This past weekend was so nice outside. We took advantage of the awesome weather and cleaned up the yard and washed windows. Loads of fun I know!
My kids wanted to have their morning snack on their picnic table. I was all for it since I wouldn't have to clean up as much...heck yeah!! Of course they dropped the plate too. I guess I was too busy taking their picture to notice the plate was hanging off the edge.
OOOOOPS!!
We love Apples and Peanut Butter Nachos! How could you not love the creamy peanut butter and crunchy apples? Not to mention a little chocolate to awaken your taste buds.
These "nachos" are messy, gooey, and filling! They are a great after school snack or a sweet treat. Share with your kids or keep it all to yourself.
Apples and Peanut Butter Nachos
Serves 1-2 people
1-2 Apples, washed and peeled (peeled is optional)
1-2 Tbs. Peanut Butter or your favorite nut butter
Mini Chocolate Chips
Cut up the apples in to small chunks. Heat up the peanut butter in a sauce pan on medium-low heat until creamy. Keep stirring so it doesn't burn. Drizzle the peanut butter over the apples and sprinkle the chips on top. ENJOY!
