We have had dreams of building a home but with each opportunity we had to make that happen, there was always something not quite right. So we entertained buying an existing home but we were met with even more barriers. In August we were prepared to make an offer on a lot but within a matter of days the stock market tanked and the lot went under contract while we were on vacation. At the end of September we were prepared to make an offer on a home we liked but it went under contract overnight before we could make our offer. And now we know why these situations and SO many more didn't work out for us over the years. God always has a plan. So when we located this piece of land, everything seemed to fall into place and we knew quickly that it was right for us.
This morning we signed a contract to reserve a 1.75 acre (mol), hill-top tract in a fairly new development just a few miles northeast of where we live now. The neighborhood has 54 acreage lots total and our parcel offers clear northeast views about a half a mile out over the rolling hills and trees from what will be the front porch of our home and a clear view of the sunset to the southwest from the backyard.
This weekend we will begin interviewing one of our top three choices in builders. We hope to break ground in the spring and move in before the winter holidays next year.
The kids are very excited at the idea of moving. They look forward to having a house with stairs (because every kid LOVES playing on stairs), a big flat driveway to ride bikes on, and a giant yard to race their PowerWheels in. As Ian says, "this yard is big enough I could drive my four wheeler forever and never hit a bird feeder." Well said, my son. So we're excited to embark on our adventure "in the country" with wide open spaces.
So excited for you...what an adventure you are on! Can't wait to hear more about it!
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