Living the Dream

Living the Homeless Life....

Well Friends, we are 2 months into this whole process of not having a house! It has gone really well so far, but I am getting super grumpy  anxious to have our own house! There is just nothing like living in your own home, with your kids and hubby...having the freedom to do things the way you like. :) I honestly feel a lot like  I do when I am pregnant and the due date is getting close. I am so anxious and ready for the wait to be over that I can't focus on ANYTHING!

What I am looking forward to:

1. COOKING AGAIN! - I don't cook much at my in-laws, just because it is more work, as it isn't my kitchen,  they have things set up differently than I do, and it is cramped with two families sharing one kitchen. I love to cook, so I am looking forward to getting  back into the routine of meal planning, cooking with Austin and the girls after work, and trying new recipes.

2. HOSTING!- Austin and I both realized awhile ago that God has given us the gift of hospitality. We love to host people for dinner, events, and be a blessing to others in that way. We love to get to know new people in our church and neighborhood by having them over. That was one of the determining factors when we looked at houses- it had to have PLENTY of room to host. We are definitely looking forward to being able to do that again. We are hoping to be in our house in time to have our annual harvest party. :)

3. Decorating- I finally got my old house decorated the way I liked (of course...right before you move out!). At first I was glad that we had a break before decorating a whole new house. But now after trips to NFM, hours on Pinterest, and brainstorming I am ready to test out some of the cute ideas I have found!

What is AWESOME about living with my in-laws

1. No Mortgage!...wouldn't it be nice if that was permanent?! ;) We are trying to stay on our same budget to save, save, SAVE, as we know there will be lots of expenses once we get into our house (appliances anyone?!)

2. Late Night Date Walks/Runs- Austin and I have THOROUGHLY enjoyed having a bit more freedom. We have gotten in the habit of putting the girls to bed, and then taking a walk, run, or bike ride together as his parents are home in bed as well. It is something we always loved to do, and have missed once we had kids. It is so peaceful late at night and we love having that couple time!

3. Laundry- Did I mention that my MIL is a laundry washing machine? The brand is Diehm, and it is WAY better than Maytag.  I absolutely DESPISE doing laundry...and she likes it. So, that has created quite a nice combo. I will definitely miss her help around the house when we move out. :)

What No One Tells You About Building...

1. You turn into a psychotic personality who doubts every decision  (or at least I do). It is horrible! There are so many choices, and once you finally make a decision, you see the neighbors house/ a new idea, and want to do it that way...but then it is too late. So then, you have to re-convince yourself that you like what you picked out, and it won't be outdated in 5 years, and it is the best deal for the money, blah, blah, blah. Seriously folks, it is an emotional roller coaster! (or I am just in need of medication- which my husband might argue is the case!). I am definitely learning that I need to just be content once I make a decision and be THANKFUL for the fact that GOD has blessed us. I don't have to have EVERYTHING in this house, nor does it have to be like the neighbors. I know that sounds spoiled and trivial, but for me it is a definitely a lesson in leaning on God and knowing that he is control and I will be content, even when the builder doesn't match my dreams. :)

Below is a sneak peak of what the house currently looks like. They have made TONS of progress in the past month! They are getting ready to start dry walling, and hope to be done with that before End of Month. I am hoping to be in the house by beginning of October. :)



Ok Mom friends- I love this couch...but do you think it will be DESTROYED by kids in the first week?!


Thanks for reading and going on this journey called life with me!