Everything old is new again....sort of

So anytime you're moving, you always end up going through the nooks, crannies and junk holes of your house. We did some healthy reexamination of our stuff as we made our big move this month. Some things were donated, others just rediscovered after years of neglect. Ironically, the same thing can be said for our house in Winston. Walking into it the first time was like time-warping back to the 1950's. Fortunately our parents, as usual, lent a hand and some elbow grease to bring the house closer to the 21st century (you all are fantastic beyond words). After losing the curtains, hanging some pictures and letting the boys get settled in, the house has turned into a cozy home that will suit us well for the next year. The girls rediscovered some treasures in the storage room. The problem for Gator is that the only thing he's ever been interested in are tennis balls....but since he destroys them, he can't go back and find forgotten stuff! Gran paint time while the move was happening....good decision to have it outside :) The dynamic dancing duo helping Daddy and Uncle Jonathan load the truck in JC. Snack at the new house...yes, we believe the wallpaper is actually from the 1950's. CJ helping me put together some shelves for the girls playroom. Some pictures from different rooms in the house. There are still a few boxes to empty and pictures to hang, but for the most part we are settled in. The girls playroom The study Master bedroom Living room And yes....my solution to the lawn issue was to buy an old-school reel lawnmower (maybe the 50's vibe inspired me). After breaking it in today, I can say that I am very pleased. It is definitely not the manicured cut that is so valued in suburbia these days, but it is much cheaper, quieter and healthier than the motorized versions. For the purposes of this year, it will work out great (though I can say this knowing I will be returning to my John Deere this time next year....'cause nothing runs like a Deere, not even me ;)