We didn’t have our builder landscape anything here at the new house. Partly because we wanted to offset some expenses with the landscape budget, and mostly because we want to take our time and choose landscaping that we’ll love. It’s a little sad to start over, and not already have mature thriving plants flanking the house, but at the same time it’s exciting because we have a completely blank canvas.

Remember how we had her bedroom painted last week? Plot twist: her bedroom walls are white again. Here’s the deal – from the time we found this house (under construction) we had a plan for a certain bedroom to be Sydney’s. It’s the biggest of the bedrooms (besides our’s) and has the best view. BUT, as the move grew closer, Sydney started mentioning that she was a little nervous about being in that room. She has reasons. They are valid and they are private.

It’s been really interesting to watch the lighting change in the new house. I remember the lighting at the previous house changed so much throughout the year and it was about this time when the light started feeling so much warmer. But we never had morning light like this. The…

If you’re ever invited to our house, you should know that if you’re on the couch, a certain pup will probably snuggle up and demand smooches. You should also be warned that she just might return the favor. It’s kind of a good problem to have.

Life lately. Full throttle foolishness. 6am – 10pm, daily.