This Is Home...

Twelve moves in six years. We have lived in hovel type homes, really, one of them use to be barn that they had the audacity to turn into a 'home.' One had a flimsy plywood front door and pedophiles as neighbors. But now we will sign away our life and own a home of our own.

Bountiful is a special place. The temple is ginormous, the bike riding trails are amazing, friends are plentiful there, Dick's market is clean/friendly, you have a good chance of running into a member of the twelve while grocery shopping, a General Authority could come to your stake conference or even attend your ward. The community is clean and safe. The community shuts down for General Conference, it almost feels like a holiday. This is probably why I am extremely jealous of friends who own homes in Utah.

But I think this new area comes in a nice second. Our neighbors here are incredible. People have 3+ kids, they came over the first day to see if they could help move us/ buy us dinner. The neighborhood is frequently patrolled, is quiet, is friendly, and clean. The grocery store is close and rivals Dick's in friendliness and cleanliness. Everything we love about Nashville is now 15-20 minutes away instead of 45-60 mins away. Matt has a better drive, being that it is safer but a slightly longer.

This was a really good move for our family. We are excited to be part of a friendly community that feels like what we have always wanted, Bountiful.

Pic of the house, but please don't mind the boxes and 'storage' room. I think every room is done except the 'storage' room (3 bedroom) and the formal dining. Mainly I can't decide what to do there because all I really want is a baby grand piano. But since it will be awhile since we can afford such a purchase, maybe I will just buy an ascent chair or two and a sofa table?

Matt and I are simple when it comes to decorating our home. We don't want clutter. Just clean lines and open space. I am exhausted from moving and never want to move again. At least for a several years.

Happy Conference Weekend!