The Finish Line is in View!

I can't believe it's been almost a month since my last post!  This is partially due to the fact that the house kept us very busy the past month because we are now down to our "punch list."  Also, I was very happy to take some time away from the house and spent a fun couple of days in Chicago for business.

I came home Friday night to quite a few changes in the house!  I was very happy to see many minor and major projects completed.  We finally have a comfortable living situation which tones down my stress level.

Although things are coming together, there is still a lot of work to do including decorating the interior.  Right now I feel like we are living in a barren shell with no character. 

Enough blabbing- let me just show you the progress!

Before- Back Part of Addition



After- Just Needs Decorating





After- Left Wall of Addition



Before- Entrance into Addition




After- Entrance into Addition



Before- Living Room




After- Living Room




After- Living Room (Cherry Blossoms Outside)



Before- Kitchen



After- Kitchen




After- Kitchen Island- Open Concept




After- Dining Room after Opening Kitchen




After- Great Room



Before- Upstairs Guest Bathroom




After- Upstairs Guest Bathroom



Before- Left Side of Downstairs Guest Room




After- Left Side of Downstairs Guest Room



I sadly must say that with all of the progress, I can't wait for the appraisal.  Although we planned on staying here for a few years, building a house from the ground up would be a good next challenge!

Until then, I'm looking forward to summer drinks on the deck and yes, Josh and Brandon, eventually a hot tub!