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It was March 29th when we first checked out an interesting house in Forsyth County, and since then we've been watching it, visiting occasionally. It has a really unique interior, and quite a lot of space as well. Mommy and Daddy immediately loved it, and Madison ran around smiling each time she's visited, so the question has been posed: is this the one?

Today that question was finally answered. After months on the market, the house became reduced in price to such a point where we decided to go for it. They've accepted our offer, and just like that, we're buying a new house.

Wow, this is big. One moment, we're talking about gymnastics classes and a new series at church - and the next we're planning out all the things you'd expect from a big move. The move makes a lot of sense, starting with the kitchen area that Mommy really likes.

But beyond that, there's the numerous windows and space. Yes, there is a whole lot of room in this house.

It seems like too much to fill up, and I don't want to fill it all up either. Especially downstairs, where it is still unfinished: there is a lot of room down there, and a lot of work to be done too. In fact, there's a lot of work to be done in other areas, from pressure washing the exterior to finishing the deck area outside. It isn't that bad, so we should be done with that rather quickly. We simply love the space to move around in within this house, and of course Madison loves it to run around in it too. Everyone loves the windows too. There are a lot of windows in this place, especially the big ones in the living room area. The living room is a nice big space - also called a "great room," connected to the kitchen, and directly underneath a small bridge that joins the upstairs rooms in a really creative way. It is pretty amazing, actually.

Take a look! It's really different in design, much like our current house - but certainly larger. The bathroom has a bigger tub, and we won't be tripping over each other in the mornings, as we'll have our own sinks. Madison will have plenty of room as well, with a few bathrooms to choose from! The colors on most of the rooms are nice, although we might be changing the "fishing room" a bit more quickly. More info on that later. It's a room with a fishing border along the top of the walls, and darker colors inside. This is going to be her playroom, and I'm not entirely sure if that motif will work. We'll probably paint it pink or lavender, that is, unless she starts really getting into some serious fishing!

The back yard is big too - here Madison is sitting on the back steps that lead downward. This photo was taken last March when it was chilly. These steps lead up to the back deck, which is also pretty big. In fact, it's about twice as big as our current deck - maybe more. Another plus is the community pool. It is really, really nice. Everything is painted there in a creative way, and it looks like a fun place for kids like Madison. Just think of it: next month, Madison will be swimming there! It is crazy how fast all this happens sometimes.

Anyway, today is one of those red letter days. It's been nine years since we've moved into this house here that I type from today. We'll have time to reflect on that, and the new move in future posts. Lots to do, arrange, sign, and move. Lots of closets to fill!