Alright.
Maybe I waited so long to write about this because I am overwhelmed by it. And, by overwhelmed I just mean super excited. So, excuse me if it’s brief. For some reason, I tend to punk out on big posts like this.
So, we bought a house. Sight unseen. I pulled a Dwija…
Turns out we love it, so that’s good. We are going to leave most of the colors just the way they are because, well, they are nice. I will admit to being slightly bummed about not painting because I was looking forward to it, but the previous owners just have similar taste to me. So, you know.
To make up for the not painting, I am in the process of looking for area rugs, a new kitchen table and arm chairs. And, um, turns out Walmart and La-Z-Boy are where it’s at. Who knew they were hip now?
Enough talk. On to pictures:
It’s a 1920’s Dutch Colonial, and it’s three blocks from downtown shopping. Bingo.
There are also bedrooms and bathrooms. Don’t worry. I just left those out because they are, well, bedrooms and bathrooms.
So, funny story about this house. We were still in MN, and we hadn’t seen the house, but we were considering putting in an offer. Ellen and I were FaceTiming with my mom one night, and my dad ran into the room with my mom saying, “Jenna! Your house is on TV.” So, my mom turned on their local news, and I watched it from MN over the iPad. Turns out the pregnant woman who lived in the house couldn’t make it to the hospital in time, so her husband emergency delivered the baby at home.
Would it be weird if I asked them where she delivered it? I can’t not.
So, there’s the house. We are in love with it.
Look at me – all grown up.
p.s. Is $400 too much to spend on an area rug? Even if you really really love it and promise to never buy another one?
UPDATE:
Some of you were wondering why we be so crazy. Why did we put in an offer without seeing a house? Well, here’s why:
1. We wanted to be in a house before this baby gets here, and house buying takes a long time, obvs. As it stands, we will only get into the house about 4 weeks before I’m due. Eek.
2. Being the real estate blogger I am (no, really, I am), I know that inventory is low and buyers are abundant. Houses like this don’t last long.
3. Confession: We did send my parents, armed with an iPad for FaceTiming, to check out the house to make sure we weren’t buying a piece.
Crazy people, I tell you.
Congrats! You are very brave! I don’t know that I could buy a house without looking at it first… probably several times!
Thanks! We were in a little bit of a time crunch (being pregnant and all, we wanted a house before the baby came, and we are still cutting it close!). So, we prayed, sent out family to do a recon and bought it. Yikes! It’s still crazy to think about :)
I am veeeerrryy happy for you. A house is a great investment and a fantastic feeling to finally call a place home. Thanks for showing the pictures it looks like you have a lot of rooms to fill :)
We do :) And, we are so excited about decorating too!
That looks like a wonderful house! I wouldn’t be too worried about not seeing it at all! I just love the colors and the wood and ohh it’s so nice! Kind of fun to know a baby was born in it too… and I would totally ask.
Good! I’m glad I’m not the only one. How could I live with myself if I didnt??
That house is gorgeous. As is your imitation picture of Dwija!
hahaha I’m glad you caught that not so subtle reference ;)
I’ve already told you this, but congratulations!! The house is beautiful. Also, funny story about very pregnant women moving houses. My mom did that with me. My parents closed on the Boewe Dr. house a couple weeks before I was born and we literally moved in the day after my first night home from the hospital!
Thank you :) And, your mom is a stronger woman than me. I am freaking out about a month! In my head I’m like, “that house brings babies quickly! I’m going to go into labor when I walk into it!” I miss you xo
That is so awesome! We moved to our apt sight unseen, but it’s only a three year commitment. But, I think if you rely on The Lord and know that it’s the right thing to do then why not? Excited for you to get into the house and start decorating!
Bee tee dubs- I *love* that you said “obvs”!! My sister texted that to me last night and I was cracking up!
We did that with a lot of apts. too. You’re right – they are only temporary. And, like you said, rely on the Lord, and he seemed to want us to have the house! Already looking at decor :)
And, I like that YOU said bee tee dubs!
It’s beautiful… congratualtions!
And I see nothing wrong with a $400 area rug :)
Good! haha But, the even better news is, I finally looked at the dimensions of the room I want to put it in, and the 8×10 will be too big. The next size down (5×7) is only $187. That’s a huge price difference! Winning!
Congratulations! Agree birth is usually a very good omen!
Yes! I figure it can’t be a bad thing, right? :)
congrats to all of you…what city will you be in? How far from Mike’s job? And the parents, of course? It looks beautiful and it is an incredible feeling when you have something that you can call your own!! How many bedrooms do you have to fill up?!!!
Everyone is really excited! We will only be about 20 min from Mike’s job, so he is happy about that :)
You are crazy, but awesome!!! I am so excited for you! It looks beautiful! :)
Thank you so much :) And, yes, we are crazy!
You are living in my dream house! Look at all that woodwork. Look at those floors. Look at that PIANO! Did they leave the piano? Or was that already yours? It is great. So great.
I wish they left that piano. We have a super old upright that maybe they will trade us for? I don’t see why not.
I cannot stop laughing at the Dwija spoof. Love it! Congrats on the house. How exciting!. Prayers that all goes smoothly as you transition to your new home!
hahah I’m glad I could make you laugh, and thanks!