Home, Sweet Home

Here it is, folks. Our little home, sweet home. It is much smaller than our summer home, but it is the perfect space for us, at this point in our lives. So here's a little virtual, picture tour of our Chicago home. 


This is the view from our front door. To the right is our bathroom, straight ahead is our bedroom, soft left is the living/dining room, and sharp left is the kitchen (just on the other side of the wall to the left).


Here is Bryan and the living room. The dining room table is also in this space. The blinds were closed for lighting purposes for both Bryan and I, but we have a great view of the city!


Here is our little kitchen! I'm loving all the red elements we've added so far (the Kitchen Aid mixer being a favorite!). 


And finally, here is our bedroom, complete with beautiful quilt done by Bryan's aunts Debbie and Laura and their families, and with help from Grandma and Grandpa Nass. We love it so much! Oh, and you can also barely see the little "N" pillow I made for the bed, too.

There are still so many decorating elements I want to incorporate into our home, but it will have to happen gradually due to time and money constraints. Which leads to a praise!! Bryan and I have both found jobs in Chicago! I will be nannying for an adorable little girl, and Bryan will be working at Sports Authority. God has again proven Himself faithful in our quest for employment and we are so grateful! Hope you enjoyed the little update!

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  1. marySeptember 3, 2012 at 2:20 PM

    Thank you for the pictures. Everything looks great!

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