#1 Husband

I have been wanting to write this post for a long time but after the weekend that Craig just had - I knew it was time!! Let me start by saying that when we got married I owned more tools than Craig in my little pink toolbox I got as a graduation present from high school. That goes to show that Craig was not the type to "do-it" yourself when something broke. But, when we moved into our new house about 10 months ago, Craig has impressed more times than not. I have seen his dedicated, hard-working, analytical, perfectionism, and not afraid to get dirty personality come through in everything that he has done. I knew he was fully capable of "fixing" things but now I know that no matter the project he can get it done and do it very well!!! I am so proud of my wonderful husband for so many reasons, including the "Handy-Man" he has become. (Sorry Ladies, he is not for rent!)

It is so cute the excitement he gets when he buys something new from Lowe's or Home Depot or he has ordered something online and he just can't wait to install it, use it, or play with it. (see the picture below with the new front door hardware.) So, this past Fourth of July weekend while all of you were sipping on a cold beverage, enjoying your favorite treats, and staying cool splashing in a body of water - Craig was working so hard on painting the house!!! And it looks GREAT!! Below is a list of all the incredible accomplishments Craig has done around our house:
*He painted 2 bedrooms before we moved in (with the help of some friends)
*He installed all new door knobs (16 to be exact)
*He replaced all the kitchen and bathroom knobs (42 in all)
*He painted the front door (a few times to get it just right-during our Thanksgiving break)
*He replaced new shutters on the front of the house
*He worked with electricity and replaced 5 light fixtures
*He planted new grass/sod in the backyard and has watered it meticulously to keep it healthy (See picture below of my very own Barefoot Gardener)
*He hung new numbers on the outside of the house
*He replaced the front door with a silver knocker
*He cut back limbs from a few trees to allow healthy growth
*He scrubbed and cleaned out the gutters
*He cut and replaced new soffits (ask me if you don't know what they are- I have learned a few things, too)
*He cleaned the eaves
*He repaired the damaged wood around the house
*He caulked the holes
*He painted the entire outside of the house
*He maintains the yard (mows weekly)and picks weeds with a passion Craig still has a few hefty projects he still wants to conquer (replace the tile work in the kitchen and repair/stain the deck, just to name a few.) Again, I am so proud of the hard-work, countless hours, dedication, and drive that Craig has to accomplish these amazing projects - I obliviously, could not do this without him!!