Have you heard of a “honey-do” list? Well, Ryan is taking this list to a whole new level. There were quite a few things on our baby-do list that were still unfinished a few weeks ago. So, instead of getting naggy (or naggier), I asked Ryan if I could make a list for us both. (Shout out to my mother-in-law for the brilliant idea of making a list.)
The problem – Ryan is dominating the list. He’s totally WINNING. (I know, I know. It’s not a contest. Although, it is kind of a contest.) And this preggo momma still has lots of unfinished projects on her side of the list …
Anyhow, one of Ryan’s largest projects was something he was dreading – installing new railings on the front and back porches. He went to town over the weekend and finished the railings.
A little trip down memory lane – this is what the back porch looked like in August 2010 when we took possession. Ugly house color, ugly back door, horrid light fixture, nonworking grill and rickety railings.
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Stephanie says
wow!! that looks fantastic!
Stephanie Fazio (aka lealou) says
Looks fantastic! Just found your blog through twitter and noticed you had a baby yesterday – congrats!
Anonymous says
looks good! Who would have a grill permanently stuck in their yard?!? I thought those were only for public parks, LOL!
Rachel says
That looks wonderful! I hope Jeff turns out to be as handy around the house as Ryan is . . . I’ve never had a chance to find out yet. If not, I’ll be purchasing a ticket for Ryan to come for a visit. Tell him to pack his tools 😉 The house looks amazing!
Nicole @My Thrafty Life says
Wow, they look great! He is so handy!
Lauren says
Looks great!! Also I think growing a baby is the ultimate DIY project!! 😉
Cre8ive Motives says
Looks awesome! Your hubby did such a fantastic job.Kudos
Kelly @ Corner of Main says
Wow! He did a great job; what an improvement. Go Ryan!
Chelsea @ two twenty one says
Ryan is kicking some major butt. The railing looks awesome!
Chelsea @ two twenty one says
Ryan is kicking some major butt. The railing looks awesome!
Sara @ Russet Street Reno says
Oh my land, those railings are amazing! I wouldn’t even paint them, the wood is so pretty. And then you’re list is done already!
Erin @ DomesticAdventure.com says
Ryan is ridiculously talented and you are ridiculously smart for marrying him. (And he is lucky to have you, too!). Also, growing a baby counts for about 20 things on any list, so you are winning! And don’t even get me started on how many points you get for delivering…
Karla says
The railings look great! Even without the paint it just seems more finished. My hubby would kill me if I told him to make railings for our porch, ha! He did a really nice job!
The Atwoods says
haha, your hubby sounds just like mine! I feel like he’s bustling around getting all this stuff done lately. Maybe they nest too before babies come?!? 😉 The railings look great, by the way!
Emily says
I love the railings – they just make it seem so much homier, don’t they? Solid work, Ryan. Don’t your in-laws like to paint (or was that just for the nursery?)? Pretty sure they’d love to help their daughter-in-law out with her list. Right? Right.
Ashlee says
I just love that you and your husbamd renovate homes, I just love that. I have always wanted to renovate a house and fix it up.
You can see such a difference already, You can definitley tell how much hard work and dedication has gone into this house! Keep up the good work!
Katie says
Hooray for handy husbands! I’m also in possession of one of those – also named Ryan… coincidence? – and I don’t know what I’d do without him. 🙂 My compliments to your Ryan. The railings look spectacular!
Kat says
Well done Ryan!
Mrs. Chic says
The front porch and back look great!! I love the railings!! Very nice 🙂
Amanda @ Serenity Now says
Woohoo!! Looks fantastic…really did make a difference. 🙂
Cindy @The Flipping Couple says
Dang! I’m super impressed. That is one gorgeous porch railing!
daisy says
Are you kidding me? How could you NOT be impressed!? It’s quite the transformation and it’s obvious that your house is getting well-loved.
Mrs. 5C says
I am SO impressed!!! It looks AMAZING!!! Your husband ROCKS! 🙂
Lynne Dillender says
The railing totally completes the porch, absolutely beautifuL! 🙂
PS miss hanging out with you!
Mindy@fsl says
What a difference already! I should make a giant list too. It becomes more motivating crossing stuff off. Just seeing the list reminds instead of nags 🙂 Smart lady.