A Family Affair

My closing was February 17, 2011. I started the day in a conference room with my Realtor, loan officer and one supportive Momma, and signed my name on well over 100 documents. After a brief meeting with the previous owners and getting my keys, I stopped at a local eatery in the new neighborhood and headed home to use my housewarming gifts from Dad (a broom, contractor's trash can, dust pan and rake). Chad joined me for lunch on our front porch, and I spent the rest of the afternoon sweeping floors and throwing away belongings that were left behind. Before I knew it, we were gathering the family and pets around an aged coffee table to have the first of many family dinners at home. This picture shows on of the most cherished memories I'll ever have, and I'm so grateful to have it.