housewarming party!

my in-laws were nice enough to ("insist") on throwing a housewarming party once matt & i got settled into our new apartment here in columbus. at first, i felt that it was really unnecessary, since matt and i don't really need anything for our new apartment. but as we continued to talk about it, i got more and more excited about just being able to host people in our cozy new space. after all, we've spent the last several weeks trying to make this little apt home, so it was a nice thought that we'd have the chance to show off our hard work. of course, i also loved the opportunity to spend time with family and friends.
the party was sunday, november 15 (of course, scheduled around the cowboys game). we had a very good turn-out, and even though i wasn't really thinking there was anything we'd need for the apartment, our guests surprised us with the very best gift for us....a brand new dyson vacuum! this was probably the only thing that we actually did need and it was the model i had been eyeing, one specifically designed for homes with pets (read: big hairy, shedding labs!). our old vacuum is still in working condition, but it's smelly and doesn't work very well. and if you know me and my stance on cleaning...well, i don't really have to explain any more ;)
we also received some other very nice gifts and enjoyed great food and company. thanks to all our friends and family for making us (esp. me!) feel so welcome in columbus!

housewarming november 2009