With the strangely Spring-like weather that we've been experiencing lately, I have had the urge to be outside. This morning, I got up early and went for a long run. I took my route that goes past the house and made a point of stopping when it came into view and going into the backyard. Because of the time of day, it was very quiet and I got that sensation where it feels like you're the only person awake in the whole world.
The sun was poring over the roof top and through the tree branches, and I just stood there for a moment. I admired our big maple tree, which is ideal for climbing (true fact-- Kyle and I tried it out a couple of times, lol). I also admired the patio, despite the lingering snow and reno debris. I know that we will get a lot of use out of it, with barbecues in the summertime. The lawn itself is exciting too, because there is room for us to have a garden and a fire pit. In honour of the upcoming Valentine's Day, here are some of the ways I love my house: 1) I love that we live in a quiet neighbourhood and have good neighbours. 2) I love the red brick siding. 3) I love the mature trees in the backyard, especially the maple tree. 4) I love that we have a shed that is perfect for tool/ bike storage. My number five is the feeling I am starting to get when I walk into the house or even just around to the backyard. 212 is beginning to have that "home" feeling to it-- that relaxed- glasses on- make up off- sense of comfort that is only experienced in certain places. In what ways do you love your house? What gives it that "home" feeling?
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About MeKyle and I just became new homeowners. The house we purchased is not what one would classify as "move in ready"; in fact, it is quite the opposite. Built at the turn of the 20th century, our Victorian style house is both beautiful and terrifying in its ancient status and will be a project in renovation. This is a documentation of our triumphs and lessons learned, as we deconstruct and reconstruct this house. The end result? A space that we can proudly say we created. Archives
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