#tx2_Oldfaithful

Yes, I named my house.  It was built in 1952.  Constructed before my parents were born it's "seen" a lot.  It has strong bones, it offers security, it's quiet and peaceful, it's reliable, it's faithful.  And most importantly the presence of the Lord is here. 
In a very short period of time we made our mark on our home. Here are some of the highlights that have taken place since moving in:

• The move was unorganized but blessed.  One of our old neighbors gave us his truck keys two nights in a row--with no questions asked--so our late night trips would be more effective.
• GG mowed the grass right away.  
•  Naysia and I removed the popcorn ceilings in the living/dining room and painted the entire room with Anne's help. Black and white pictures up and new furniture purchased.  Rudy the electrician removed the funky light fixture, installed a ceiling fan and recessed lighting.
• A co-workers son, Jason, replaced the tile in the kitchen and installed new baseboards to match the ones in the living room.  Charles replaced the kitchen faucet and worked on the windows.  Painted in it's entirety. Yolanda helped paint the cabinets, the top cabinet doors were removed and co-worker Mary's granddaughter Ashlie helped to un-pack the kitchen. New stove and fridge purchased. 
• Painted part of the hallway and managed to break the thermostat while hanging hall pictures.  Hall closet painted, Jason installed extra selves and Rudy installed a light.
• Naysia's bathroom painted. Linen cabinet painted, Charles repaired window and replaced shower head
• Guest room set up (COME SEE ME)
• Naysia's room looking well lived in
• My room unpacked
• My bathroom linen cabinet painted, Charles caulked all around as the bugs love this space, replaced the shower head and he also repaired the window. Rudy installed new vanity lighting.
• Ashton and Sabrina helped to clear some of the left behind clutter from the backyard/garage and the patio is perfect for entertaining with Edison lights strung all across.  Ashton has since returned to take care of the yard and we've made plans on what will happen next.
• And probably most importantly, my mom has been here.  Which means it's gotten the best deep clean it will ever have.  But the best part of her visit were the beautiful, life filled words of love and happiness she spoke over my home. 

I've put together a list of projects for the future, after all I  have the next 30 years to get them done.  But at the moment we are slowly rearranging and enjoying being at home.