There were times during the last year when we wondered whether we would be in the house on schedule, but there was never a question in my mind about whether we would be in the house by Christmas. I could envision it — making dinner in our new kitchen, Santa coming down the fireplace of his choosing, and the peaceful serenity of this piece of property — with the abundant birds, deer and the soft clucking of our “girls” (the hens who now provide us with 5 eggs a day!).
I had envisioned snow on the roof, a fire in both fireplaces and the stillness that a blanket of snow can bring. What I didn’t expect was sitting on the front porch rocking chairs in our shorts as the temperatures soared above 70.
Nevertheless, Christmas Day came and went in a flash of friends and family — gifts and goodies — dinner and dreams.
It has been a year of before and after pictures. Here are a few more….
No Rhyme or Reason Farm 
I loved the photos. Looks like everyone helped you celebrate a wonderful first Christmas in your new home!
Happy New Year!!!
Love, Debbie
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Everything looks as wonderful as I remembered ☺️
I can’t believe how much Ariana reminds me of Dianne when she was little in that picture of your mom & her together. A little de ja vu moment! Ha!
Enjoying your eggs!
Love,
Susan
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Your first Christmas in the house looks wonderful!! The only thing missing was the snow, who would believe air conditioners were on or windows open on December 25th.
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I’m glad you were able to enjoy your first Christmas in your new home surrounded by family and friends, making for a Christmas as warm inside as it was outside this year!
Merry Christmas, and best wishes for a wonderful 2016 in your new home.
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Looks like a Norman Rockwell Christmas. Happy new year
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