I am a Michigan native who lived in Indiana for the past 19 years. In 2011, I took advantage of an early retirement opportunity. In July 2012 I purchased a home that I hope will see me through my retirement years. As it is, it's functionally in OK shape but hasn't seen a lot of love in quite a while so is in need of some cosmetic updating, or so I thought. I've discovered lovely hardwood floors under nasty carpet, layers and layers of paint covering unimaginative woodwork, and the pink (!) bathroom - tub, sink, toilet, tile, walls, even the ceiling! - was a bit much to live with. So I jumped in, pulling up carpet, pulling off window trim, and soon found myself overwhelmed......where to start, what to do next? I also found that, although functional, some of the electrical and plumbing needed attention if they are to see me through the long haul. And I need a plan, with a list of details that I can check off as they are done so that I can have some sense of accomplishment. And I also need to be careful with my budget, making efforts to be thrifty in order to achieve my goals. I avidly watch DIY television and am nearly addicted to Pinterest, in my search for low cost ways to renovate and furnish my home. So my adventure has begun and I hope to record my progress - or lack thereof - for the enjoyment of others who might be undertaking the same, or those who have "been there, done that" and are willing to share their experiences. I'm a "do-it-myself" kind of gal, and what I don't know how to do, I learn how. I'm smart enough not to tackle those tasks best left to professionals but want to make sure I know what's being done and how.
This blog is as much of an adventure as my home renovation is and will be a work in progress as well. So join me on my venture, let me know what you think, and let's see where I go!!
