The Christmas Tree Has A Place, Afterall

The sellers came down to on the price and we gave in on the roof. They ARE repairing a leak, but as far as replacing the whole roof we will have to do that. Eventually.

It was a tough decision. Honestly, I'm glad the day is over and this decision is made. We have about a month before closing so it's time to get packing.

I'm so excited though. The previous owners did some major upgrades: granite counters, stainless steel appliances, brand new a/c, all new wiring. Three bedrooms, two baths. A huge family room and dining room and a "formal" living room that is going to be Aidan's "informal" playroom. The backyard is big enough for a football game, with a privacy fence. There is an outbuilding for my husband and a garden for me.

Yes, it is going to need a new roof at some point in time. But not tomorow. Not next month. And this is OUR house. If we hadn't bought it someone else would have been living in my house, as crazy as that sounds.

Now, I still can't relax. I won't relax until the papers are signed and the keys are in our hands. But, I'm trying not to stress. The road to getting this house has been uphill from the first step, but I think it's going to be worth it.