Very few pictures taken this weekend. Whoops. But there is EXCITING NEWS at the end of this post!
Met new people via Meetup.
Watched the snow turn to rain, then to snow, then back to freezing rain. The roads were gross on Saturday.
Worked on my book proposal and caught up on some blog work.
Gave Max his first bath. Well, the first bath we’ve ever given him.
Watched the Super Bowl (cheering for the Packers, of course).
And the most exciting news of all…
Remember how we started house hunting last Saturday? We didn’t expect to find a house right away, but…
Last Sunday, we put an offer in on a house. A house we love. Built in 1890, it has the old Victorian style that we favor with lots of beautiful woodwork, but also has brand new windows, updated plumbing and electric, and new kitchen appliances.
I’m especially excited about the newly updated kitchen appliances. And about my soon-to-be office and crafting space. And about the huge fenced in yard, perfect for Savvy Garden 2011.
Okay, really, I’m excited about everything in the house.
Which is good, because last week our offer was accepted, and the house inspected really well on Friday.
Which means… the house is pretty much our’s! We should be closing and making the move at the end of March. Our lease goes through the end of April, so we’ll have plenty of time to make the move without feeling incredibly rushed.
Sometime in the next few weeks, we’ll be going back to the house to take measurements and pictures, so keep an eye out. And prepare for some moving, organizing and home-improvement project posts!
How did you spend your weekend?
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Wow! Congratulations on the house. That is so, so exciting. I’m supa jeal- I cannot WAIT to own a house. Perhaps I should start making money first though… hah. Can’t wait to see the pics!
Julie!! Fantastic news! I’m so happy for you!!!
Congratulations!
Amy recently posted..Walk the Talk
Congratulations! I hope the inspection goes without a hitch
Already did. Hooray!
Julie @SavvyEats recently posted..Scenes from the Weekend- 2711
Congratulations on the house!! That is great news! It sounds pretty amazing!
Alicia recently posted..Spring Dreams
Oh my, congrats on the house! A late spring savvy housewarming party, perhaps?!
Liz recently posted..“The Best” Red Velvet Cupcakes with Vanilla Mascarpone Frosting
i like the way you think, Liz.
That’s so exciting! It’s such a great feeling to settle into a home that’s all your own. What an adventure!
megan @ blackberries for jam recently posted..Favorites- Ezekiel English Muffins
That is soooo exciting!!! Congrats babe!
Congratulations on the house Julie!!!
….also I love Max’s little poofball of a head in that photo
Kelly recently posted..World Nutella Day!
Congrats! That was fast. Oh and I love old houses like that. There’s such character.
Tracey @ I’m Not Superhuman recently posted..You Need to Read This Article
YAY!! Congrats! Very exciting stuff!!
Abby recently posted..Here We Go!
Yay!! So excited for you!! I can see why you waited to tell us. The inspection has the chance of going bad, and I’m glad it didn’t for you.
Nicole @ Geek Turned Athlete recently posted..Third Swift Run
Congrats! Hope for many happy memories and fun projects in that house!
congratulations!!!! buying a house is such an awesome feeling!
Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean recently posted..Go Green Giveaway!
Congratulations! That was so fast. I can’t wait to see some pictures.
Ellie @ The Mommyist recently posted..My Favorite Day
Congrats! Is it the house we viewed online together when you were here? Or another?
Rick recently posted..The Mutato-Archive
A different one. The other house didn’t live up to the description!
That is incredible news! You must be so excited. Also, I just received your Little Things Giveaway package and I wanted to thank you. I am so excited to try out all the yummy treats!
HOORAY BOOK PROPOSAL!
CONGRATS! What exciting news! I can’t wait to see all your house-related posts!
Congratulations!
Jess@atasteofconfidence recently posted..Day 9- The Future
Yeah! So excited for you!!
Danielle recently posted..10 Months
Yay, that’s great news. Congratulations to you!
suki recently posted..Finding Emilie
Congrats! My hubs and I are house hunting at the moment so I know how crazy / fun / scary it can be. I can’t wait to see pictures, hear your moving stories and see the new Savvy Garden! YAY for you guys.
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CONGRATS!
now you have to add a new “savvy” tab to your blog… “savvy home”
Congrats on the house! It sounds amazing! Is there much remodeling or updating that needs to be done? Can’t wait to see pictures!
Ahhhh, congrats on the house!! I’m so happy for you two!
Courtney @ Sweet Tooth, Sweet Life recently posted..All I Can Say Is…
oh wow julie! what awesome & exciting news! i love love love seeing my favorite bloggers tackle moving and decorating projects! can’t wait for more.
Sarah (Sarah Learns) recently posted..superbowl xlv champions!!!
Congrats on the house! Such an exciting step for you guys!
Maybe this is my “House Hunter’s” love coming through – but I can’t wait to see pictures! Congrats!
LauraJayne recently posted..Sugar Detox Day 14- Recap
Congrats on the house – and I cannot WAIT to see pics. You guys must be so excited.
Victoria (District Chocoholic) recently posted..Hotel Chocolat Praline Selection- Brownie Praline
Congrats on the house! That is so exciting!!
Congrats on the house Julie. I’m so excited for you!
PS – I love your mittens.
Brittany recently posted..Amazing Vegan Toffee Bars
Wow! Congrats, that sounds like such a great house!