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October 2, 2013

Home Update: 15 Days Left

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I can’t believe its down to 15 days! It is starting to feel unreal. The house is really coming along – we had a little hiccup this week I will tell you about later in the post. Below you can see our fireplace got tiled this week and painted. They were actually in the process of painting it when I was taking pictures.

Now, here is the HICCUP… While the backsplash is beautiful, it is W R O N G… our tile is suppose to be lighter and the grout is lighter. They are presently taking it out and starting over. I think it will done pretty quick, so next week I should be able to show you the real thing.

 Here is a great picture of our spare bathroom. I just love it! The grout is awesome and it turned out exactly how I pictured.

 So did our bathroom! I am in awe of it. It is perfect!

 They even added a ledge in our shower, I wasn’t expecting that and it will be really nice.

When I was there, they were also putting in our carpet and leveling out the backyard. Monday, we are having the house inspected and then Thursday we do a walkthrough with the builder to make sure everything is good to go for closing. I really can’t believe that is all happening next week. I can’t wait to move in and make it our home. Every time I go to the house now, I just want to stay longer.

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  • Marquis Clarke
    October 2, 2013

    It’s looking so good! What a fun process! My mother is a interior designer and home contractor, so I’m loving looking at your pictures. Your color choices are so great! 🙂

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    October 2, 2013

    Absolutely gorgeous!!

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    October 2, 2013

    That is so exciting! It looks so good! I LOVE both bathrooms. I am getting a little house envy over here 😉 We won’t be buying a house for at least another 6 years while husband is in school. So it is really not a good thing that I already want one… But I will continue to live vicariously through you! 🙂

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    October 2, 2013

    looking great – it’s really coming together! too bad they messed up the kitchen tile, but at least they are fixing it up for you.
    — jackie @ jade and oak

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    October 2, 2013

    It is so pretty. I am loving that fireplace

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    October 2, 2013

    It’s very nice! I’m so jealous of your tub! I remember the excited my fiance and I were when we bought our first house! Congrats!!
    xoxo, Jess

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    October 2, 2013

    Looks beautiful! Very exciting!

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    October 2, 2013

    It looks so good. I just makeover my kitchen with granite and I love it. I also love the tiling in the bathroom. Congratz.

    Amber

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  • Marquis Clarke
    October 3, 2013

    Thanks Grace! 🙂 It is all coming together so quick!

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    October 3, 2013

    thank you!

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    October 3, 2013

    Aww thank you 🙂 It will come!!

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    October 3, 2013

    thanks 🙂 Can’t wait til its cold enough to use it!

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    October 3, 2013

    ekkk!! It is 🙂

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    October 3, 2013

    Ahh thanks girl!

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    October 3, 2013

    It is 😉

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    October 3, 2013

    Thats awesome! Thank you 🙂

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    October 3, 2013

    So far so beautiful!! Lol! I just want to cook in that kitchen!!

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    October 9, 2013

    Your home looks like it will be amazing! I’m excited for you 🙂

    Reply

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