HOME SWEET HOME.... The before and after slideshow of 209 Grand Blvd

It is with great pride and pleasure that I introduce you to the "just about totally" finished product of our new home. It's been a longgggggggg, journeyyyyyyy indeed. But so wonderful at the same time. With the help of so many people everything came together beautifully and I could not be more thrilled. I must specifially thank my dear friend and decorator, Margie Barger (see post below), whom without I would be in Whitfield by now(please keep your comments to yourself if you think I need to be there anyway. haha). Deidre Woodruff, my seamstress from Greenville, who so beautifully crafted all of the gorgeous fabrics into works of art. Craig and Cary Karlson, my wonderful aunt and uncle who were sources of direction and guidance not to mention Cary himself hung most of the rods, drapes and shades. I can only imagine how much it would cost to find someone to do that service. He and Floyd actually made the cornices for the living and dining room from old patterns from Cary's father's collection. They used the Bush's woodshed to do the beautiful handiwork. OH and I must give our wonderful housekeeper, Georgia Murray sooooo much credit. She does such a wonderful job keeping my house and family up and going that I could not function without her. She helped clean and get the beautiful floors looking their finest. Dennis Cheeks is the man who really got things in ship shape. Dennis is remarkable. Not sure of his exact age but he's on up there in years but don't let that fool you. There is nothing he can't do. Most all repairs were done by Dennis and if it weren't for him telling us that he could fix the problems that existed in the house prior to purchase, we would not be where we are today. Thanks also to everyone who has encouraged and assissted in more ways than I could have imagined. I love you all!!! I think this house was made for us and as you can see it has now, "COME BACK TO LIFE". We look forward to many good times. Laises Le Bon Temp Roulez!!! We are indeed HOME!!