New Kitchen and Laundry Room Floors

We finally have floors in our kitchen and laundry room! On top of that, they did it all in one day. They were suppose to be here for two days but was able to do it all in one day. I think it turned out really good. We will...let me rephrase that...I will have to repaint the baseboards again because the quarter round looks whiter. I really don't understand why because we used the same color paint. Who knows. I will have to do the living room, dining room, entry-way and hallway again since I'm sure it will look the same as the kitchen and laundry room. Boogers. Here are a couple of pics of our new floors. Whatcha think?

While they installed the floors today, Brody and I walked the "loop" at Wrightsville Beach. The “loop” is a circular scenic 2.45-mile path around the public park and scenic marshes and through the village of Wrightsville Beach. It's amazing and quiet a workout. You can definitely feel the burn in your legs. After our walk, we went to Chic-Fil-A and got the #2 comb0, Chargrilled Chicken Sandwich, fruit instead of fries, and a diet Dr. Pepper...yummy. Did you know that this chicken sandwich only has 270 calories and 3.5 grams of fat! Not too shabby. Beats the original chicken sandwich that has 410 calories and 16 grams of fat! How do I know this ? That is, if you are wondering. Go checkout www.dietfacts.com and it has a list of restaurants and their menu's. Believe me, you will become more aware of what you eat after looking it over. Sorry, I got a little side tracked. So after picking up my delicious lunch, Brody and I went to eat it at Hugh McRae's Park. My favorite park. They have a little pond with geese everywhere, beautiful flowers, a gazebo, an arch bridge over the pond, and cute little benches to sit. It's very peaceful. Its also a great place to go walking to. That's where we usually walk...a mile long...but I figured we had some time to kill, so we walked the "loop." It was a fabulous day.

The installers will be back on Wednesday to start the hardwood installation. Its suppose to take 3 days, but I don't think it will take that long...maybe 2. Can't wait!

Anticipation

Next week we will FINALLY have our floors installed. After a 3 week wait, they will be at the house everyday next week. Even on the following Monday with the installation. This Monday and Tuesday they will be laying the tile in the kitchen and laundry room. The hardwood will take 3 days to install...Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Monday, they will be back to install the carpet for the 3 bedrooms. Brian bought an area rug yesterday for the living room. I think it will tie the living room all together. Once we get the floors and move the furniture out of the garage and into the house, I will post some pics. Only a few more days of suffering.

New Bathing Suit, New Shoes...what more can a girl ask for?

Today I did a little shopping and found the cutest pair of wedges and bathing suit. I went to Kohls to look for a couple of bath mats for our bathrooms and decided to browse in the shoe department. They were having a big sale...all though, Kohls always has a sale going on. Anyway, I spotted a pair of Mia white wedges. I decided to try them on since they are originally $45 and they were on sale for $23 and that they were too cute! I couldn't resist, I had to get them. I knew they would look really cute with a navy blue with white polka dots sundress that I have. Besides that, they make my legs look fabulous! Now, if only I could get out into the sun and get some color.

After going to Kohls, I went to the mall. I haven't been there in a while and wanted to see what new Spring/Summer items they have gotten in. This June, Brian and I are going to San Diego for a couple of days and then we are going on a cruise to Cabo San Lucas. Cannot wait! I thought maybe I would check out the bathing suit's since I have to have one. I didn't even where a suit last summer. My body wasn't in the best of shape. Not saying that it is now, but I'm working on it. I still have a month to tone it up. Sorry for getting off track. I stopped into Dillard's to see what they had. I'm very picky when it comes to my bathing suite's, but I came across the cutest suite. It's very different. I tried it on and I didn't hate it. I knew I should go ahead and get it because I would be kicking myself if I didn't. I think it will be ideal for a cruise. Isn't it cute!

Cole Bros. Circus

Saturday night Brian and I went to the Cole Bros. Circus. I had imagined driving up to this huge tent with clowns walking around, games to play, elephant and camel rides, etc. Was it like that? No. There was a tent, a few concessions, and an elephant ride. That's it! We walked inside and it was a little better. They had pony rides for the little one's and they were so cute. Little kids had big smiles on their faces...too cute. They had a ring master and some freakishly tall. A manly looking women. She kind of looked like a transvestite. They had some pretty good acts. Of course they had the acrobats, and the guy that was shot out of a cannon. Cruel I know, but I was somewhat hoping that he would miss the net. Why? I don't know. My weird side I suppose. Unfortunately, there wasn't a lion tamer. How awesome would that have been! My favorite were the little dogs riding a pony and this so called "cowboy" and his house that drank from a coke bottle. It was cute. Overall, it was okay. It did bring a smile to my face. It was worth going. As the ring master said, "Everyday is circus day!"

Michelle Branch and Colbie Caillat Concert

Last night Brian and I attended the Michelle Branch and Colbie Caillat concert at Trask. It was a really great concert. Brian actually enjoyed it. Along with Michelle and Colbie, they even had other celebrities that were introduced. Barbara Alyn Woods was the Azalea Queen this year. She plays Deb Scott on One Tree Hill which is filmed here in Wilmington. Along with her was Lee Norris (Mouth McFadan), Hilarie Burton (Peyton Sawyer) and Chad Michael Murray (Lucas Scott). They all play on One Tree Hill as well. The other celebrity guest was Kevin Frazier who works with Entertainment Tonight. I'm not familar with him. Brian said he started out on ESPN. Overall, it was a great evening.

(before the concert)

(Kevin Frazier)

(Lee Norris)

(Hilarie Burton)

(Chad Michael Murray)

(Barbara Alyn Woods)

(Michelle Branch)

(Colbie Caillat)

Tonight we are attending the Cole Brothers Circus. I've never been to a "real" circus. So needless to say, I'm really looking forward to it. The reason why I put real in quotations is because Winona had a small circus that came into town one year and I wouldn't really call it a circus. It had a couple of clowns and some elephants. So, this should be really fun. I'll post some pics from the show.

For tomorrow, we are going downtown for the street fair. I am hoping it won't be so crowded since tomorrow is the last day for the Azalea festival. Unfortunately it won't be as warm as it was today, but it will still be nice. You gotta love this town!

Renovating...

One word...headache. Here are some pics of what we've done so far. In a few weeks this will all be competed....at least I hope that it is :)

We are home owners!

This morning, Brian and I met with our realtor, lender and attorney to close on our house. Let me tell you, it feels so good just knowing the we actually own a house! We will get our keys this afternoon, after the papers are filed at the courthouse. I am so ready to start decorating....that will be so much fun! I'll post some pics, once I take some, of the now empty house. The former owner has moved everything out and the only thing he has left to do is vacuum. I know once I walk in, the wheels in my head will start turning. Oh so exciting!! Anywho, just wanted to let everyone know that we are now homeowners!! Wooh-Hoo!!