Betcha didn't see that one coming, did you? Well don't worry, David and I didn't either! But, in an incredibly whirlwind turn of events over the last few months, David has been approached, interviewed, offered and accepted a new job! I couldn't be more proud of him and the opportunities that lie ahead for him, his career and our family.
Unfortunately, this amazing new job lies about 75 miles south of where we currently live. That's right, he's driving just over 150 miles each day through some major Atlanta traffic to get to work. No bueno.
When we decided he would accept the new job, we did some major soul searching and praying about whether or not we should move. It just doesn't make sense for us to stay in our current city for a few different reasons. Of course, there's the obvious 150 mile round trip trek for David, but I also drive about 25 miles south to get to work. And most (ok, all!) of our family and friends live south of us. But EEK! Leave our beloved, beautiful, blood + sweat + tears dream home?
It's been a tough decision, but I think it's the right one. We've decided to list our sweet little house for sale. Hopefully, the house will go on the market within the next week or two (the "for sale sign" picture above is just doctored!). We've already met with a real estate agent and the process is underway. If you've been wondering why it's been a little quiet over here on the house project front, now you know why... instead of painting furniture and decorating rooms, I've been busy organizing, cleaning and prepping the house to sell! Of course, I'll be sharing the process along the way.
Now let's get to the fun stuff. Who wants to buy our house?! All of you know how much love David and I have poured into our sweet 1952 ranch. It really is a dream home! For those interested, we're located in a city north of Atlanta in an adorable historic area, within walking distance of several parks, trails, a lake and a downtown square with shops and restaurants. We're in city school districts as well. Of course, you can check out our house tour here.
If you know anyone who is looking to purchase a home in north Georgia, pretty please shoot me an email (tenjuneblog@gmail.com) and send them my way!
Like I said before, I'll be sure to share the process ahead of us, including the work we've done to prep the house for listing, and hopefully the process of moving (and decorating!) a new home down the road. We've got so many amazing blessings ahead of us... thanks for being along for the ride!
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How exciting Michelle!! Congrats to your hubby on his new job, and good luck with selling the house! I'm sure it'll go in no time, all your renovations are amazing! Yay - a new house to decorate in your future!
ReplyDeletei think you should host a giveaway of your home. no? bad idea?
ReplyDeleteGood luck Michelle! I hope your home sells quickly. How is the housing market down there? Up here in CT some houses take quite a while to sell and then there are others that sell kind of quickly.
ReplyDeletegood luck Michelle! so exciting for both of you!
ReplyDeleteI didn't see that coming at all!! Congrats to David! I will certainly pass the word along to anyone looking for a house in your area!
ReplyDeleteI'm sure your beautiful home will sell quickly! And you will find something fabulous to make just as gorgeous as this home! Congratulations on all the exciting things in your future! xo
ReplyDeleteExciting! Congrats on the job for hubby!!! Hope you get some offers soon!! I'm sure driving 150 miles is no fun!
ReplyDeleteHey, Michelle, congrats on the move & job! But, I can imagine how sad you are to leave that beautiful house. It is a gorgeous house, so I know it will be snapped up. I adore it! So, maybe you'll be closer to ATL activities now & we can get together more often. I'm looking at houses actively right now, hoping to find the right fixer upper I can afford.
ReplyDeletecongrats!!! it sounds like you are moving near me....:) congrats on the David's new job!
ReplyDeleteThat is soo exciting, aside from the fact that you need to leave your "dream" home, who knows maybe you will find your next dream home!! Sounds like a fun adventure!!
ReplyDeleteGirl that's crazy exciting!! Can't wait to hear more!
ReplyDeleteLove your house! Some lucky couple will love it as much as you did. Congrats to the hubs!
ReplyDeleteYour beautiful home will surely sell lickity split and then, you get to start fresh on a whole new place- so exciting!!!
ReplyDeleteOMG. Whoever buys your home is going to be some lucky folks. But I know whatever home you move into, you will quickly make your own and so very beautiful. Maybe it's just me being selfish, but I can't wait to see how you transform another space!
ReplyDeleteWow! What exciting times lie ahead for you! So excited that you will get to start all new house projects in the future!
ReplyDeleteWow Michelle! I know it must be tough to sell your beautiful home that you worked so hard on. But just think- it will sell so quick because you did such an amazing job with it. And the next home you find will be just as beautiful. Looking forward to reading all about it! :)
ReplyDeleteThis is so exciting for you! Congrats!! I know you'll have great luck selling your beautiful charmer of a house. I was a bundle of nerves when we sold our house in August but it was a fairly simple process and te house sold quickly. I hope the same for you.
ReplyDeleteSo exciting! Your home is so beautiful... it'll sell in no time! Can't wait to follow along as you find/decorate a new place!
ReplyDeleteWow, that IS big news! Congratulations on the new job for David, and good luck selling your fabulous home. Just make sure your new one has a pool for when I drop by unexpectedly ;)
ReplyDeleteCongrats to both of you! The bittersweetness of selling will soon be replaced by the excitement of shopping for a new house to make you home (I hope)!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like a wonderful new adventure ahead! You will find another home and create new dreams come true. And some lucky someone will create a new life your your beauiful home. It's like the circle of life!
ReplyDeleteoh my gosh!!!! That is so exciting! Fingers crossed you sell quickly and I'll send anyone I know your way :) Congrats to David!
ReplyDeleteSOOOO excited for you and David...it will definitely be a new challenge and fun chapter! I can't wait to the new home that you two move into!! :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Your home is gorgeous, I'm sure it was a hard decision. Just looked at your home tour - the sign in your living room that you made is very fitting now :) Good luck in the house search & with selling yours!
ReplyDeleteThat so exciting! I always think it's amazing when you think one thing is happening, like living in your dream home for the next decade, but God says "NOPE! I have something so much better for you!" I can't wait to hear all about the process, the house hunting, the selling, everything! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to David! I didn't see that coming at all!!! You have a lovely home in a GREAT area (I can vouch for that). I just wish Elie and Chris were looking in that area, but it would be a helva commute for both of them!! I am assuming you guys are looking south of the city? It is pretty around P'tree City/Fayetteville!!
ReplyDeleteSO EXCITING!!!!!
ReplyDeleteHow exciting! Good luck on the adventures ahead!
ReplyDeletethis post is just TWO months too late! my in-laws are stationed in GA and just moved into a house- i could have told them about this one.. oh well, SOMEONE is going to want to live amongst those trees... i know i do!
ReplyDeleteWow! What an adventre! I am excited to follow along with this process and hope you find a new home that you love just as much!
ReplyDeletePart of me was hoping you were moving a little more West- ala California. But congrats to the hubby and yah for change!
ReplyDeleteCan I get a woot woot for an exciting move and job!!! And yes, wishing it were this way . . . but couldn't be happier for you. That house will sell in a heartbeat.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Sounds like you have some exciting times ahead of you. I'lll keep my fingers crossed for a quick sale. I bet you're excited about house hunting!
ReplyDeleteWhat an exciting time. Praying the house sells quickly and everything goes smoothly!! :)
ReplyDeleteWe're looking for a home north of ATL. I'll drop you an email with some questions.
ReplyDeleteSo exciting! And a BIG congratulations to your hubby! :)
ReplyDeleteThis can be so exciting and stressful at the same time! Good luck and I look forward to all of the related posts!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to your husband on his new job! And good luck to you and your family as you start this new journey. Whoever buys your house will be so lucky because it is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on everything, Michelle! You'll have so much fun searching for a new dream home. Can't wait to see where you end up!
ReplyDeleteooh this will be FUN!!!!! so exciting, friend!
ReplyDeleteSooo exciting! :) What a fun adventure, cannot wait to see what you do with your new house!
ReplyDeleteAw, exciting times!! Hope it sells quickly with a minimum of fuss. :)
ReplyDeleteWhere are you going to be looking for your new house?
ReplyDeleteYAY! Congrats Michelle!
ReplyDeleteCongrats, this is so exciting! Although I am sad not to see what you would have done with that laundry room!
ReplyDeleteWow, so exciting! Praying that everything goes quickly and is hassle-free! Can't wait to see what beautiful new home you guys move in to and how you make it your own!:)
ReplyDeleteWow! That is exciting news! We know Atlanta traffic all too well. And getting from the north to the south is the WORST! Congratulations on your hubby's new job and moving into a new house with new projects :)
ReplyDeleteCongrats Michelle and best of luck with the move!! I'm sure it is hard to leave your beautiful home, but i hope the sale and move go smoothly and you find your new dream home soon!
ReplyDeleteWow! Congrats! I can't imagine the emotion of leaving the house you've put your stamp on, but I'm excited to follow along on your new adventure! Good luck with the sale!
ReplyDeleteVery very exciting! Congrats to your hubby! Fingers crossed that you get a few bites on it and get it SOLD. :) And how fun is house hunting? I am sure it will be hard to leave--but you get to do it all over again. :)
ReplyDeleteHow exciting! And congrats to your hubby! I hope you're selling process goes as smoothly and quickly as ours! It's hard to let go of the house, but I keep reminding myself of all of the fun things ahead! Can't wait to follow along with your journey as we are going through the same thing here!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the exciting news! I know your house will sell fast, you have done such a great job updating it (and how special to have it all documented on the blog). I can't wait to see what you do with your new house!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!!! You have put so much love and effort into your home I'm sure it will sell in no time! This is such an exciting time- I can't wait to see what's in store for y'all!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!! What fabulous news. If i lived in Atlanta I would jump at the chance to buy your place!
ReplyDeleteCongrats!! I understand your reasoning though for moving closer to the city. I live in Gwinnett and about 30 miles from my one of my offices and the commute KILLS me. EVERY.SINGLE.DAY. So I couldnt imagine doing 75 miles one way.
ReplyDeleteBut how fun will it be to house hunt!!
how exciting!! I know your adorable home will sell quickly for you. can't wait to see your new house when you find it.
ReplyDeleteWOW!! What HUGE and EXCITING news!! I know you'll make your next home just as dreamy! ;)
ReplyDeleteGood Luck on the rest of the packing, viewing and selling!!
What part are you moving to? closer to Charlotte? please say yes ;)