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There's been so much going on lately that I've been in a mini-post mode (if you haven't been able to tell). So here's one with some substance =)

Getting the New House Set Up
Backing up a couple of weeks here.. I wanted to make sure that I talked about all of the work that went into the new house. There was so much work that was done in those 10 days and I give so much thanks to everyone that gave up their time to help. Blood, sweat, and tears were all shed - seriously.

Dad- Putting work on hold, driving 1500 miles each way, working dusk til midnight, and teaching me all of the things you did, was more than I could have ever asked for. You are the reason that we made all of our deadlines. Thank you! I love you.

Charlene- It was great to meet you. Thank you for all of the help! Your ability to translate the growls and grunts of the Green men through floors and ceilings is what made the Bonus room come together!

Fran- Thank you so much for the homemade food! Fast food would not have gotten us through those 18 hours sweaty dirty days! Thank you also for all of the cleaning and packing help!

Gene- Without your knowledge, muscle, and painting skills, it would have been 100 times harder to accomplish everything that we did. We sure know how to hang closets now don't we?! Thank you!

Jay- Because of you I am now a ceiling fan installation connoisseur! Although we're not technically neighbors anymore, we still have to hang out regularly! Thanks!

Holly- Thanks for giving up your husband for a couple of days, even though you were sick and pregnant! Did we tell you that Jay almost died?? Eh, we'll tell you 'bout that later...

Allison- Our house now contains a little bit of that Pernecky charm; courtesy of you =)

Mike- Thanks for surrendering your wife while staying at home drinking. Thanks man. J/K!

There were so many others that offered their assistance but the timing just didn't work out. You've all been with us through so much this year. Thank you!

Birthday
Lauren put together a poker party at our place for my birthday, 2 days after the move - thanks Babe! We had a great time and after all of the rushing around, it was nice to cut lose and have some fun.

Updated House Pics
Lauren is still trying to put the finishing touches on the house, but here are a couple of 'before and afters' as things are today. Sorry for the quality of some of the pics.

Dining Room Before The Move

Dining Room Currently

Master Bedroom Before The Move

Master Bedroom Currently

Living Room Before The Move

Living Room Currently

And Finally - A Notice To Any Friends Moving
Give me a ring if you need any help with moving, unless it has to do with hanging blinds... I'll sweat, move, carry, lug, tow, install, hang, or demolish anything you want - except hang blinds. Oh man I hate hanging blinds...