It's never too early to start planning

(i learned that from Amanda).

So I was wondering if you guys have given any thought to New Years next year? I would be happy to offer my house (and also my parents') for the upcoming celebration. Like I mentioned last year, the houses are just two doors apart, so we'll really have two houses to spread out in. Plus, my mother was talking to me this weekend about pulling all the baby toys down from the attic for all of the BLD kids. (Yes, she is in serious need of being a grandmother, and her children are falling down on the job). So, clearly there is nothing urgent since it is only March, but I just wanted to present the idea again while I was thinking about it.

Hope all is well with everyone. Keep the updates coming.

Speaking of updates, I finally had a free weekend this past weekend, which I spent almost entirely working on my house. It was actually quite fun, and I had people helping and keeping me company most of the time. Almost all of the ugly wallpaper is finally down and replaced with paint. It has been a long time coming. I should have taken before and after pictures so you guys could more fully appreciate the awfulness of the wallpaper & carpeting before it was replaced.

Plus, I now spend a lot of time watching informative shows such as Sell This House, House Hunters, Trading Spaces, etc. I will be more than ready when it is time to sell my house, at least according to the people on those shows.

JH