tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7225642557651586509.post6940965294365175509..comments2024-03-04T16:31:56.303-06:00Comments on My Amazeing Journey: Decisions...can you help me?Amy Mazehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10051190318438580049noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7225642557651586509.post-49221117459348665772009-05-07T23:42:00.000-05:002009-05-07T23:42:00.000-05:00I would go for #2!! Upgrades can always come slowl...I would go for #2!! Upgrades can always come slowly but, surley! Anything is possible with time!<br /> But we can't change the Neighborhood, street traffic, pets or people! <br /><br />Just my thoughts and will pray for you too about this!<br /><br />ReneeThe Chateau of Remnantshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07830526962639560040noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7225642557651586509.post-88803610353955499812009-05-07T09:48:00.000-05:002009-05-07T09:48:00.000-05:00Amy,
Sounds like you have received some good advi...Amy,<br /><br />Sounds like you have received some good advice! I second the motion for the 2nd house. One thing I would do, however, is try to drive around the subdivision during different parts of the day with your windows down. They way you can see what is REALLY going on in the neighborhood. I used to have a neighbor that smoked pot and played their drums at night. Thankfully they moved out quickly - too many complaints from all my neighbors.<br /><br />Make sure you have a good place to put up a swing or something like that for Molly. Or are their parks near by? To me a house with character is way better than a cookie cutter home.<br /><br />I have a cookie cutter home that I built in 2000. I am very lucky to be on a cul-de-sac (no traffic at all) and good neighbors. I have a great fenced in back yard - do have a puppy (Bichon 11 lbs).<br /><br />I'm so excited for you! Good luck and keep us updated on how to pray for you.<br />Tricia Thompson<br />LID 7-22-06<br />Journey to Maggie<br />www.tmifamily.comTricia Thompsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14810591179170638554noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7225642557651586509.post-52321514993529883572009-05-06T19:48:00.000-05:002009-05-06T19:48:00.000-05:00Just by reading your heart thru your info on the h...Just by reading your heart thru your info on the houses, GO WITH #2!! The dog issue alone could get out of hand. And, knowing there could be potential for repairs, that could happen on any home. I know for all 3 homes I've owned, several major things wer covered under my homeowners. <br /><br />Above all else, I can so see you and your little Molly in House #2!<br /><br />Praying for you as you make this leap of faith!Nancy Hamiltonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11258708632074804232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7225642557651586509.post-83003913321539827922009-05-06T15:47:00.000-05:002009-05-06T15:47:00.000-05:00Amy - I am also a single mom from TN who is adopti...Amy - I am also a single mom from TN who is adopting from China. I was matched from the WC list with an amazing 4 year old that I hope to be bringing home this summer. I am including my blog address for you to visit. I have met a group of single Moms who live here in TN and have adopted from China - they are the greatest, and they have all helped me so much!! Please email me sometime!<br /><br />www.onelittlebrowneyedgirl.blogspot.com<br /><br />Angie in TNAngiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15089943140247043928noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7225642557651586509.post-63757989232320694042009-05-06T15:39:00.000-05:002009-05-06T15:39:00.000-05:00Amy - I came across you on Kelley's Korner, and sa...Amy - I came across you on Kelley's Korner, and saw that you are from TN. I live in middle TN and I am adopting a little girl from China. I have a 4/17/07 log in date, and I matched off of the WC list. I am actually in the process of getting my teaching degree - what a small world!! I have met a group of single Moms with daughter from China, and we have dinner every so often - there are a great bunch of ladies! I am including my blog address - I would love to share my journey to to daughter!! I hope to be traveling in June or July.<br /><br />Angie<br /><br />www.onelittlebrowneyedgirl.blogspot.comAngiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15089943140247043928noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7225642557651586509.post-88951518043875159592009-05-06T11:47:00.000-05:002009-05-06T11:47:00.000-05:00I've never purchased a house, but I too would pick...I've never purchased a house, but I too would pick #2. Yes, it doesn't have the cosmetic things that you would like, but those things can be changed and fixed over time and the things that need changing now (heater and chimney) could be the priority. <br /><br />The cons you mentioned for #1 would sway me toward #2...Having a little girl in the home would give me cause for concern of neighbor dogs with a low fence and a neighbor you're unsure about. Just a thought (a long one).The Daily Beehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16088326973623272943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7225642557651586509.post-7048181984672757432009-05-06T11:10:00.000-05:002009-05-06T11:10:00.000-05:00Amy, I'm so excited for you and about this decisio...Amy, I'm so excited for you and about this decision. As I was reading this post, I just wanted to pick up the phone and call you. <br /><br />When I started reading about house #1 with newer appliances, I was thinking "Good choice." When I read the cons I thought, "No way." I'm with you on the dog thing... NO TIME TO DEAL. I had neighbors in my old apt and their dogs (big ones) barked all day. It was horrible. Also, you don't need to deal with the crazy girl down the street, especially when Molly is (finally) home. <br /><br />House #2 is CUTE. I love it!!! I know what you mean about the older appliances and worrying about the cost of repairs. What does home owners insurance cover? I wonder if it covers the AC? I just called my BFF in Dallas that is a realtor to ask her but she didn't answer.<br /><br />Honestly, I tend to like the homes built later than some of the newer homes. I think they used to build homes better than they do now. Appliances... I completely understand. Maybe you could look on Craig's List for some newer and gently used appliances. Also, you could ask around at church. My parents bought a new sofa a few years ago and put the word out at church if someone needed a gently used sofa they could have it (it was really cute). Within days, someone came by and picked up their free sofa. <br /><br />I know it's a hard decision and seems overwhelming for us single girls. We want and desire nice things too and it's definitely harder with one income. I'm 34 years old and I have 3 matching dinner forks... :( I'd love a nice set of flatware like everyone else. <br /><br />Good luck! I can't wait to see what happens. I also know if you don't get one of these homes, God has another home for you. God also knows the tax credit expires in December and He will help you with this decision.Jillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06941057754296372495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7225642557651586509.post-61600144308445564622009-05-06T00:27:00.000-05:002009-05-06T00:27:00.000-05:00They both look adorable but I think the cons you m...They both look adorable but I think the cons you mentioned for #1 would be enough to make me go for #2. You can always upgrade slowly but you'll be stuck with the dogs and the strange family for good.carynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06777196897789116658noreply@blogger.com