One week ago yesterday, we walked into an office, keys in
hand. The night prior, we stood in an eerily empty living room, hearing our
footsteps echo against the bare wood floors and voices ring on the bare
concrete walls.
When we walked into that office, pens were raised and names
were signed. In just an hour, my very first home that I purchased all by myself
almost exactly six years prior, wasn’t mine anymore. We went from that office,
to another, and did it all over again. Except that time, we left with the keys,
rather than leaving them behind.
One week ago yesterday, Brad and I sold our condo in
Buckhead, and bought a home in the gorgeous suburb of Roswell, GA. What
followed have been seven days of absolute whirlwind, only just now slowing down
now that we have most of the boxes unpacked. I find it hard to think that all
of these things once fit around us in 1,000 square feet in the sky! Where did I
keep these things then?!
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| Before moving in, six years ago this summer! |
These days, we are going to bed hearing the sounds of
crickets, and waking up to the sounds of chirping birds. It’s amazing how
quickly one can adjust to new surroundings, if it’s something you have been
waiting for. We loved the hustle and bustle of town. But something about this
change, right now in our lives, is just right.
It was really hard to say goodbye to our first home. It
seems like just yesterday, I was sitting in the middle of an empty living room,
only a TV and a camp chair to be had. I was so proud and so happy that my hard
work had paid off, and that the condo was mine. Today, we feel similarly. This
home is ours, and we can’t wait to fill out these rooms here, too.
In honor of our first home, I have a letter to share. Our
(amazing) realtors suggested that we write a letter to the visitors coming in
while the unit was on the market, sharing why we loved the home, and what made
it special. A little personal touch when we couldn’t be there in person. A
single unit in a high-rise might not seem extraordinary. But, ours was, and we
hope it will be for the next homeowner, too.
And you know what? The letter worked! The buyer said she loved it, and it was one of the reasons that made her want to buy our place! So, lesson learned, y'all, for anyone else thinking of selling soon. Write a letter!
XOXO I will miss you Buckhead! More to come soon. From the ‘burbs :)
The Letter
Welcome to the Paramount! We are so glad you stopped by. We’re excited
to share with you a little bit about why we love this neighborhood, this
building and, most importantly, this amazing home in the city, Unit “XYZ.”
The
Paramount is a perfectly situated high-rise, located right in the heart of
Buckhead. Buckhead is known for its celebrities, shopping and restaurant scene.
But we love Buckhead and Paramount Unit XYZ even more for the less-noticeable
traits.
- Quiet
weekend mornings on Peachtree Road, perfect for an early morning run or a quick
stroll to the nearby Starbucks.
- Late-summer
dinners on the patio, overlooking the amazing sunsets against the
Buckhead skyline.
- Quick
walks to Bistro Niko, our favorite restaurant in town. The patio and the
mussels are to die for, and the staff always makes you feel like a VIP.
- Lazy
weekends spent reading outside in one of the cabanas, with the breeze blowing
past as if you are at the beach.
- Hardwood
floors, granite countertops, built-in desks and shelves, arched doorways and
tray ceilings; a modern feel, but with a traditional touch.
- Summers
spent grilling out with friends on the Viking Range, or laying poolside, gazing
up at the skyscrapers.
- Living
at the start line of the world’s largest 10K, the Peachtree Road Race. And even
better, living here for one of the city’s biggest fireworks displays, that 4th
of July night!
- Early
mornings or late nights spent in the gym, with the in-house trainers ready to
go whenever you are.
- Taking
MARTA into town for the football game on a fall weekend, to the airport early
on a Monday morning, or just to the office in Downtown.
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| On the last day. <Tear> |
As
we prepare to make the move closer to our families, this is a bittersweet time.
This home has meant so much to us. It was our first home, and we have loved
hosting friends and family here for events both small and large.
But,
most importantly, not many homes can credit introducing a couple. This home did
that for us. Brad came as a friend of a friend to Katherine’s housewarming
party, nearly six years ago, and, as they say, the rest is history!
Unit XYZ will always be in
our hearts. And we hope that soon, it will be in yours, too.
Brad
and Katherine Lehmann
