05 June 2008

definitely good news

They signed the lease! The new parking space and the flat that comes with it will be mine 1 July! I am simply overjoyed. I haven't seen it yet, but here are some pix from the realtor:



This is my new front door (mine! all mine!) and the courtyard outside.



Above, obviously is the kitchen. Do you see what I see? DRAWERS!! My flat right now has no drawers. Zero. How that's possible, I really don't know. I would have doubted it had you told me anyone would design and build and entire flat with no drawers. But this looks like I have at least four drawers--in one room! And, there are bottom cabinets. This is a big plus for someone who is the perfect height ( 5'2"--condolences for those of you who overshot the mark).

Below is the living room. Do you see the fireplace in there? It all looks so nice and homey. Did you notice that there is no wallpaper? No brown? No burnt pumpkin? No fir branches?


And, to top it all off, I don't have to do any of the packing or moving. Ahhh...life is definitely good!

25 comments:

M.Nassif said...

congratulations it's totally beautiful and unique...
good luck
:)

The McCollum Adoption said...

Very nice... glad you dont have to do the move. Enjoy your new place.

Kimberley

redmaryjanes said...

Wow!

That is incredibly gorgeous!! Congrats to you!

Thank you for volunteering to be linked on No Place Like Home. I am really hoping the blog becomes a strong resource for adopting families.

I think I will put you in the category of Russia older child adoption since you are looking to adopt in the 4-6 year range.

Have a great day!
Kimberley

Tina in CT said...

Your new apt. is just lovely! Modern kitchen and even a dishwasher. Cozy living room with the and nice off white wall (no ugly Russian walllpaper design in fall colors). The courtyard is charming. It's great that you don't even need to pack. How far is it from your current apt? Does it have A/C? The big question is, "Can you adjust/control your own heat?"

Matt and Carla Morgan said...

This place looks AMAZING! I'm so psyched for you!

cm

Tami said...

The new place is gorgeous!!! Wish we could come see it. I'm so excited for you. And no packing to boot...PERFECT!

Anonymous said...

Holy gorgeous apartment batman...that place is wonderful...

june said...

That looks AWESOME. Not just drawers in the kitchen but a dishwasher... sweet.

JennStar said...

Whew-hoo!!! That is awesome! So glad that you finally know that it has been signed, sealed, and will be delivered in July!! hehe

Rachael said...

good news begets good news. that's the rule. things are happening...

Love the new place!

Elle said...

Oh my kate, that flat is beautiful! The stove is nicer than the one I have. Hmmm.... now how much is a plane ticket to St. Pete's again?

Annie said...

That would be exquisite for the US - no one I know in Russia has anything as lovely as that! My heavens!

votemom said...

kate it is so nice!!! can i come for a visit?

Jackie said...

Kate, this is good news and the new flat looks so nice and homey. And, even better that you don't have to pack and move!!

Yayy for you!

Maura said...

Oh Kate, the new place is so warm and inviting...the perfect home for you and your d2b! Happy things are happenin'! :-)

Jim said...

Verrrrry swanky and homey, Kate! Congratulations!

Deb said...

Fantastic news, all of it. Congratz!

Heidi said...

Sa-weet! Good for you! And I agree with the above writers... things are starting to happen, it's all "moving" your way!!!
;)

Melissa said...

Kate - that is LOVELY!! I believe I would also be thrilled!! (though I am afraid I would break my neck going up & down the steep steps! ;))

Anonymous said...

Kate--WOW, what a nice place! Things are finally starting to fall into place. What a perfect home to bring a new daughter (or 2) home to!

A Room to Grow said...

Can we come to visit? It's beautiful!!!!

Suzanne said...

It's beautiful. I'm so pleased for you.

Anonymous said...

Wow! It's beautiful!

Lea said...

Wow, this looks really nice! Congrats! And, how nice is it that you don't have to worry about moving yourself. Good for you. I hope you enjoy your new place.

Holly said...

Wow, what a beautiful flat! I like the colors and LOVE the staircase. So, were these taken with your new camera? Very nice!