In the massive manual of "Life", there should be a chapter called "Stuff they just don't tell you beforehand." For example, sewing is more ironing and pinning than actual stitching; toilet seat position will be the least of your marital worries; and oh, by the way, home ownership is really about home repair. The home that we bought in Montpelier is about 50 years old and is in really pretty good condition. When we bought it we felt that we were swimming in fiscal wisdom, good fortune and artistic liberation. Before the ink had a chance to dry, however, we discovered that the house offered incontestable proof that the universe has a sense of humor. Apparently the previous homeowners thought that silicone caulk was the best way to hold anything together. And I mean anything. 
Okay- the reality is things aren't that bad. Shaun and I have had to have a sense of humor about the whole thing because all in all- we do love the house. Shaun just never thought his ability to fix most things would come in so handy. He's thinking about starting a plumbing business on the side since he's gotten so good at it! Yesterday though- he and Ty set to work installing an under the cabinet radio in the kitchen for me and fixing the threshold on the backdoor. Okay- really Ty just sat there with a tape measure and an apple while Shaun got down and dirty, while I did the incredibly tough job of supervising.
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We have realized the same thing since being in a home. Just more things to break and fix. You do have a handyman husband though which helps. I have a to-do list a mile long....I need my father in law to come out and fix everything! How fun to fix other peoples bandaids!!!
It looks like your little man has gotten big as well :) Congats! Having little ones is alot of fun. So how the heck are you guys doing these days?
I think kids should come with a detailed instruction manual! This motherhood thing is no easy job! Ty is so cute helpin' his dad!
I am with you on the Steve & Barry's store. Its a good thing they don't have one in St. George! I'd go weekly! I am visiting family in Salt Lake and went to the one here.
Jess! So good to hear from you! I have to tell you I completly share your thoughts on snow...i wanna be a snowbird now too, or just move somewhere warm! Congrats on having another little one! Good luck with the house too (totally know how that is).
Kira
We're still doing the apartment thing for a couple more years! I don't think we could have the stress of house maintenance while we are still in school! Good luck!
We love your posts..always telling it like it is! You totally know how to tell what we're all thinking but what we don't quite know how to say!
BTW, How are you feeling? When do you find out what you are having???
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