Good Thing I Like Peanut Butter
Today is the day
the rest of our lives begin
Cautiously eager
After 1 long year
we finally found a home
Our search has ended.
Eager as I am
something still worries my mind
A thirty year loan?
How will we do this?
Peanut butter and jelly
sandwiches galore!
A final walk through
and keys in our possession
All happen today
I sit here trembling
wondering if it’s a dream
Wake me if I am
Heart attacks and joy
you all stood by me throughout
I am so grateful
Here is our entrance
Open to new beginnings
Won’t you come join us?
Thank you all for your kind wishes and comments throughout this insanely stressful journey.
It means more than you know….. 
Congratulations!!! It looks BEAUTIFUL!!! Welcome Home Sandy!!!!
(Wow…first commenter…I feel special *G*)
Sadie’s last blog post..Thursday Thirteen #3
February 15th, 2008 at 1:26 am
Someone’s pink post-it fell off!!
Wheee, second commentator!!!
Congratulations, Sandy! May you have a good life ahead in your new home! And more brownies..
LB’s last blog post..For Sentimental Reasons
February 15th, 2008 at 1:33 am
It looks beautiful!!! Congrats.
Meanwhile, in the other camp, we are really enjoying NOT owning our home right now… its so nice to call the landlord to come fix things! =)
February 15th, 2008 at 2:20 am
I wish you all the luck in the world in your new home!
Jientje’s last blog post..Thirsday thirteen, thirteen pictures….
February 15th, 2008 at 2:26 am
Yay!!!!!!
Congrats!!!! I hope you enjoy your new home. I am green with envy.
imaginary sarah’s last blog post..You need a bun to bite Benny Lava
February 15th, 2008 at 2:28 am
It looks gorgeous! Now, 2 minute noodles anyone?
Veronica’s last blog post..The Good and The Bad
February 15th, 2008 at 3:01 am
is that all??? next time show us more photos of ur new hse can?
congrats on ur new and bigger home!!
wen’s last blog post..Valentine’s Day Dinner
February 15th, 2008 at 3:45 am
Yippieah!!!!!
And heck, rice and noodles aren’t THAT expensive, no?
February 15th, 2008 at 3:55 am
yay! yay! yay yay yay!! i’m dancing right now! lol
jameil1922’s last blog post..African American Lives 2
February 15th, 2008 at 4:41 am
All the best and I wish your beautiful house can be a warm and sweet home too.
Jo-N’s last blog post..Do You Follow Her Ways?
February 15th, 2008 at 4:43 am
Congratulations!! New Year, New Home..couldn’t be more perfect!!
shireen’s last blog post..T.G.I.F
February 15th, 2008 at 5:41 am
Girl, it’s all about making new memories…that happy kind! Go make MANY, MANY, MANY more. I love the entrance, you’ll have a blast in your new home. Call it a new adventure for your little family! Have fun;o)
February 15th, 2008 at 6:06 am
YAY! Congratulations!
VHMPrincess’s last blog post..Fwd: no school today!
February 15th, 2008 at 6:57 am
Congrats on the new home!
It looks beautiful!
February 15th, 2008 at 7:34 am
Woo-Hoo…you are home!!!!!
Home is where the heart is and…..
It’s also where you sell you’re soul to the devil (which in this case is the bank) for a 30yr loan!!
Don’t worry, we all do it!!! I have 25yrs left!!!! Hip-Hip-………awww shit!!!
Krissy’s last blog post..Would someone please stop rocking the house???
February 15th, 2008 at 7:43 am
Yayy… new home for you…. Happy for you girl…
30 yrs loan? shit.. that long
..
You can do it….
February 15th, 2008 at 7:54 am
That thirty year mortgage you’re worried about – don’t think in those terms. It’s just ‘the mortgage’. It’s just a bill that gets paid every month – just like any other bill. It may be big. It may be first. But it’s still just a bill that gets paid. Take it one month at a time. You’ll be fine.
Lou Lohman’s last blog post..Friday Haiku-100 Word combo
February 15th, 2008 at 8:16 am
Congrats! A new house is so exciting, and fun, and grown-uppish. We built our first home a few years ago and it truly was a dream come true.
The mortgage, though, IS the thing that keeps you grounded. Yikes.
Karen’s last blog post..Me and The Luke Boy
February 15th, 2008 at 8:32 am
Happy moving in day. Congrats on home ownership. Don’t think of the 30 year point…think of the tax breaks. And, peanut butter is good for you!
Anglophile Football Fanatic’s last blog post..Hai-kachoo! Oh, Paul-en?!
February 15th, 2008 at 8:53 am
You coul dpay rent for thirty years like my parents did and have nothing but rent receipts at the end of thirty years. Their building never even went condo to give them a chance to have the insiders price. They rented and rented (because they had to live somewhere right?) and they got bubkas! So enjoy that mortgage and every year a little slice of that house will be more yours and less the banks. Also, we paid ours down early during some good years, and that is an awesome feeling.
clickmom’s last blog post..ahm a playa
February 15th, 2008 at 8:55 am
I am soo happy for you and your family Sandy.. What a great adventure!!
Kim’s last blog post..Called Home
February 15th, 2008 at 8:57 am
It is better to pay on a mortgage than give your money away for rent. You will be building equity. A thirty year mortgage is not bad in this day and age. There are people here who are taking 70 year mortgages. It hasn’t helped at all that housing prices have doubled in the last year. The prices are still going up. Loved your last post. Sure would like to hear more about how you met and fell in love with your ubber geek. That was a valentine day tease. I am a real sap for love stories. Hahaha!
Christine’s last blog post..Two Birds, One Stone
February 15th, 2008 at 8:59 am
Congratulations honey!
Looks gorgeous! I’m so excited for y’all!
Enjoy your new home. I hope you have lots of love, laughter, warmth, family, friends and peace in this new home.
rachel’s last blog post..Tour ‘ku
February 15th, 2008 at 9:22 am
Congratulations!!!! You all deserve it! I hope you find peace, happiness, and even more love in your new home.
bunslife’s last blog post..Day of LOVE…..Grrrrr.
February 15th, 2008 at 10:05 am
Good for you! I know how it feels to finally be home:)
Nap Warden’s last blog post..Oh My Losties…
February 15th, 2008 at 10:41 am
Oh my gosh! I am so excited for you! Do you mind if I vicariously move in with you?
February 15th, 2008 at 10:43 am
Enjoy your new house… lots of memories to make!
Anne’s last blog post..Haiku Friday: Winter Blues
February 15th, 2008 at 10:43 am
All the best! Can’t wait to see the new fridge on Fridge Fridays. Mine’s up.
Geggie’s last blog post..Fridge Friday
February 15th, 2008 at 10:54 am
I so need to participate in this thing! I love writing Haikus (and not all of them are dirty!).
AtomiK Kitten’s last blog post..So…
February 15th, 2008 at 10:55 am
Ah, the stress of buying a house, but… You’ve made it! Congrats, Sandy! It looks beautiful!
I am a fool for wooden floors!
Angela’s last blog post..My 100
February 15th, 2008 at 10:56 am
Lovely, Sandy! Congratulations!!!!
Jen of a2eatwrite’s last blog post..Flashback Friday: High School Memesical!
February 15th, 2008 at 11:26 am
This is so exciting! Congrats on your new home, hope you and yours have many happy times there.
February 15th, 2008 at 12:40 pm
Congrats, Sandy! I am so happy for you!!!
Chanin’s last blog post..F-F-Friday! Yay!
February 15th, 2008 at 1:08 pm
Yay for you! The 30 year loan isnt that bad…
Ashley’s last blog post..Gal Pal – My new best friend
February 15th, 2008 at 1:19 pm
Awww
Stop worrying about the load and enjoy in your new hourse 
bbZuSh’s last blog post..Theme of the Week: Freedom
February 15th, 2008 at 1:57 pm
CHEERS!
Dawn’s last blog post..Haiku roadtrip
February 15th, 2008 at 2:08 pm
I’m so happy for you Sandy! As I get ready to sell my first house, I look at it all fresh and clean remembering my first day there. I know it seems like a big step, but it’s totally worth it.
Here’s to tax deductions – yehaw!
February 15th, 2008 at 2:22 pm
The entry way is beautiful! I can hardly wait to see more. As for p-nut butter & jelly, we ate plenty early on … (and went for long walks on the beach instead of movies) … but it’s surprising how quickly our income caught up with our payments and life settled down into a manageable routine. This will happen for you as well … so relax and enjoy it all! I wish I could be there to help.
Hugs and blessings,
storyteller’s last blog post..Haiku Friday – Volume 13 An Unexpected Surprise
February 15th, 2008 at 2:34 pm
Congratulations! The final walk-through, getting the key. WOW!! Love your entry. 30 years is only a very short time. It will pass quickly. Enjoy every minute of your time in your home and with your family. Never look back.
Eve’s last blog post..Random Bits
February 15th, 2008 at 2:34 pm
On second thought … I’m not sure I’d enjoy the snowy weather … so maybe I’ll rethink my frustrations with today’s wind here at home. I’m sending you lots of good wishes and energy as you make this move.
Document it all
so you can share pictures here!
Funny stories too ;–)
Hugs and blessings,
storyteller’s last blog post..Haiku Friday Volume 14 – Windy Weather
February 15th, 2008 at 2:40 pm
wonderful haiku! congrats on your new home again!
btw, i TAG you…
Mariposa’s last blog post..Spreading The Love
February 15th, 2008 at 2:41 pm
Beautiful entrance. So happy everything worked out!
Michelle’s last blog post..Lady Language Says…
February 15th, 2008 at 3:05 pm
Good luck Sandy! Thanks for your nice comment on my blog
Indigo Eyebrow’s last blog post..Family Matters
February 15th, 2008 at 3:06 pm
It looks awesome! Congratulations!
Spaghetti anyone?
Beth from Around The Funny Farm’s last blog post..A Valentine’s Day Story!
February 15th, 2008 at 3:29 pm
yay!!! i’m so excited for you!! enjoy the surreal feeling, which accompanies the first few weeks of living in your own home!!
xoxo…mazel tov (congratulations)!! enjoy!
February 15th, 2008 at 3:48 pm
“May you always be blessed;
with walls for the wind,
a roof for the rain,
a warm cup of tea by the fire,
laughter to cheer you,
those you love near you
and all that your heart might desire.”
- Irish blessing
Congrats, Sandy!
Kelly’s last blog post..I’m bringing sexy back
February 15th, 2008 at 7:35 pm
I am just so happy for you!!
amy’s last blog post..Smitten
February 15th, 2008 at 7:56 pm
Congratulations on getting your keys! That is so exciting.
janethesane’s last blog post..About the little princess
February 15th, 2008 at 9:19 pm
I’m so happy for you! The mortgage seems scary (really…you only have to LEGALLY take care of a kid for 18 years!!!), but look at it as an investment. Money towards rent goes no where – this is building an asset!
Tasina’s last blog post..***Warning*** DIETERS DO NOT READ!!!!
February 15th, 2008 at 10:15 pm
Lovely floors and lovely sunlight on the floors. I’m glad it has all worked out for you. New doors are opening!
Aurora’s last blog post..LOST
February 15th, 2008 at 10:42 pm
Congratulations!
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February 15th, 2008 at 10:56 pm
Congratulations! I’m so delighted that it all worked out, and the financing came through, and you are launching a new life. Hooray!
MommyTime’s last blog post..Said With Much Certainty
February 15th, 2008 at 10:57 pm
Lovely, lovely, lovely! Happy housewarming! Yeah!!! I am so happy for you! I toasted you tonight with a Captain and Coke!
Hope the move goes very smoothly!
Congratulations!
Kathryn’s last blog post..Wake Me When It’s Spring
February 15th, 2008 at 11:58 pm
May you live there, for thirty years plus, in happiness, health, and love!!
I’m so thrilled for you, Sandy, and I’d love nothing more than to join you. God, if only we were neighbors. I’d hug you everyday!
Secret Agent Mama’s last blog post..Weekly Winners XIV
February 17th, 2008 at 8:56 am
Ok, so I’m late in stopping by. You will do just fine sweets!! If it wasn’t scary, then you wouldn’t be getting the whole magnitude of it all! It’s glorious!! I’m very excited for you!!!
grandy’s last blog post..I’ve missed you too!!
February 18th, 2008 at 12:19 pm