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Building the House Episode 4

Pretty soon these updates won’t be as sporadic and will likely move to a weekly basis now that things are moving along…kinda sort of. I also think I will incorporate some vlogs into this series at some point.

Well the house is still not on the market. Why? I don’t know.

I keep following up and following up and the agent keeps saying she is going to list it and then nothing. In the meantime I am still working out the details on getting the short sale approved so I am quite sure that is why I haven’t gone completely HAM…not to mention last week we got some word that we may not have to sell our house after all and will be able to keep it as an income property. PRAY!!!!

In light of that news I am stepping back, God may be working out something spectacular for our good and my persistence may be meddling in it. I’ll continue working with the bank and if necessary will find another agent. I’ll just chill on that for another week…I guess.

About two weeks ago they started laying the foundation forms for Phase I using a digger and posi track. Don’t get too excited we are in Phase II but nonetheless I’m happy for whoever is about to get their foundation laid. There is a total of ten forms done after we found a good Concrete Form Rental. They are just waiting for concrete.

Future model home

One day last week I went by and noticed they were running the electrical lines and putting in junction boxes. That day this is where they were in the process. I am standing on our lot looking up the street.

I went by yesterday morning and this is where they were…..

OUR LOT!!!!

DOUGIEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!

Thank you to everyone who has offered a kind word or piece of advice thus far. You are appreciated. To that one person who texts and is joining me on this journey I am praying for you!

Need to get caught up? Click the Building the House link category for episodes 1-3

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Auto Spa Bistro Cafe Event- Talking with Tami

Tuesday evening I slid out of the burbs, headed to the city for an event at Auto Spa Bistro hosted by Tami of Talking with Tami.

Auto Spa Bistro is a new venue located at 348 14th Street in downtown Atlanta.The majority of us lead extremely hectic lives and when possible we need to be multitasking. Getting your car washed and detailed can take time, valuable time, and the owner of Auto Spa Bistro had the awesome idea to create a space where you could get something to eat, have a drink or handle business while your car is getting some special attention.

Lounge Area

We had the opportunity to learn about and taste items from the menu and I even took a little chug a lug of one of the adult beverages that they offer. The food was really good. I was greedy and went back for seconds on the potatoes and chicken wings. They offer a full menu that ranges in items from hamburgers to turkey wraps. The entire menu to include food and drinks can be found on their website.

After we ate, it was chat time. Met a couple of new bloggers and faces, and I even won a raffle prize that was full of new Essie nail polish, Kiss nail stickers and press on nails in addition to what I received in my swag bag.

SWAG

Lexi with the Curls and I

 

(first row l. to r.) Brown Girl Next Door, Saucy Mouth, Lalynns, Talking with Tami  (second row l. to r.) ATL PR Girls, Pretty Frugal Diva, Jehan Can Cook, Lexi With the Curls, Yours Truly and ATL PR Girls

I had a great time, the food was good and the company was even better. I love the Atlanta blogger scene.

La Lynns, Tami and I

My car is so dirty on the inside and out. Matter of fact I can’t remember the last time my car was detailed. Can you remember the last time you had yours done?!

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Building the House..Episode 3

There is nothing particularly news worthy occurring on the home building front. The builder is currently waiting on the plat map so that we can get a good idea of exactly where the house will sit on the lot. We are getting close. It is my understanding that hopefully within three weeks we will see the actual building start. With it being a new development there is so much paperwork and permits to be obtained so that is the hold up. So for now this is what we have to look at

Lot ends at the white pole on the right.

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Lincoln Movie Trailer

November 16th is the nationwide opening of the much anticipated Steven Spielberg directed movie Lincoln.

The film is telling the story of the tumultuous journey Abraham Lincoln took during his presidency to end the war, create a united country and abolish slavery.

Take a look at the trailer. Do you have any plans to see it once it hits the theaters?