Every year, Chris and I try to plan a visit to see my parents in Columbus, Ohio area during the
BIA Parade of Homes. Have you ever been to a Parade of Homes? It is when several area builders complete brand new homes in a designated area, furnish and decorate them, put them up for sale, then open them up to the public for a limited time and a small fee. To my family, this is practically a national holiday and we try to get together for the big event. Unfortunately, things didn't work out this year and Chris and I couldn't go.
Not to worry, because my parents updated us with pictures throughout the day while on their tour. I have to share these mostly because my Dad's commentary cracked me up.
"Here is an idea of molding going up the stairs. I did this in our house in NH. They copied my idea."
"Does the wallpaper look a little familiar? It's actually cloth. You may be starting a trend."
"
I know this must look familiar. This is the floor in one of the bathrooms. They copied Chris' design."
Clearly the apple doesn't fall far from the tree.
18 comments:
You are quite the trend setter in Ohio!
I love that wallpaper. I usually hate wallpaper but I think that is beyond beautiful!
Ha! I think your dad and my dad may have been separated at birth...
Clearly your Dad thinks you two hang the moon!!!!
Love his comments!
Cathy
I saw all those houses! Maybe next year you will bring your ideas to Ohio!
Your dad's comments are hilarious! Clearly, he likes to give credit where credit's due!
I love when my area has their Parade of Homes! It's so fun to go gather ideas, or in your case see people who have used yours lol Sorry you didn't get to go but what a nice dad to send you updates all day :)
Wow - real time updates and all. that's great!
The commentary by your dad was great! We have an area parade of homes that my mom and I go to every year. We have also made a family tradition out of it! They are so much fun. These homes look beautiful! It's so great that your parents were able to photograph it for you! :)
Your dad sounds completely hilarious...and like a pretty proud papa! (c: LOVE IT. It's too bad you couldn't make it up for it! I try to go to the one in Albuquerque (my home town)...I'm pretty sure it's like Christmas for me (c:
It's so sweet that your dad and you share a love for home improvement, he's got quite an eye for detail.
This sounds like my kind of parade! Your dad mentioned hanging fabric like wallpaper..I've been thinking about doing this! I will snoop around your blog to learn more..
Yes, I think it's in the genes.
Blessing or curse?
Camille
So cute! He obviously thinks the sun rises and sets to your wishes - My Dad does too!! M.
Seriously, what would all those people do without your ideas?
Carrie and Chris,
It was as great as always. We hope you'll be able to make it next year.
Love,
Dad
Aw, too cute!
Love this post; particularly the comments!! I've not been to a parade of homes, but this actually makes me want to. Can I borrow your dad to supply the running commentary?
Great wallpaper and great floor. I'm amaze that was a cloth. I really don't figure it out.
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