I am exhausted. Never did I think three days of go go go could knock me out like this. I feel like I am in a fog. But coming back to my friend’s apartment after dropping off my dad at the airport and being triggered yet again, I can only feel relieved that I will have my own place next Friday. That is so soon. That is less than a week. I am grateful for so many things right now. A dad that may frustrate the hell out of me at some points but who truly knows how to get a good deal. An apartment I love love love despite all the worries I may have about money. A location that is prime for all my needs – metro, grocery shopping, running, etc. A mom that reassured me that I can and will be able to afford this place and make it my own. A smart savvy sense of spending that will has already and will even more come into hand as I try and furnish this place without spending a lot. Lastly, friends (both blog and DC) that have been so willing to help me in the move.
So want to see pictures? Welcome to my abode, official move in the 27th of July so that I can get half the rent off the first month.
Let’s be real. I have a lot to figure out. My parents are unable to come down next weekend meaning it is me, myself and I moving in. My roommate is away next weekend so I will somehow need to get myself a block down. I won’t have anything but a bed for a while (at least a bed! thanks to some lovely friends in DC selling theirs). I need to set up cable/internet and electricity before next Friday so when I get there it is all settled.
Minor details right? Ha. Lots of planning this week but so worth it.
Don’t go too far, in the next 24 hours I will be having TWO giveaways that will last till next Wednesday so be sure to check back in. All the advice and feedback has been so remarkable so why not spread some PROTEIN and TUMMY love. Love the anticipation.
Congrats! This is so big for you! I am very happy for you. I am very money conscious as well. I hate spending. Good for you, though, for not wanting to blow your money on the little things. There is hope! And by the way, the place looks great!!! Haha have a great day
Luckily, I am pretty smart with my money so that really helps me out.
It’s so exciting to move into your first place! It looks really nice!
I’m sure you’ll make it super cute! You have to put pictures up on the blog once you finish decorating!
I feel like decorating will be the longest process, I have literally nothing now!
Target has really cute stuff! For my living room, I picked out some posters at Hobby Lobby and the bought cheap black frames. It made it come together really nicely.
I’m sure you can make a lot of stuff too! Pinterest has so many cute ideas!
What a great idea, posters are a great fit for a small type place like this.
congrats on the new place! it looks wonderful! I think you’ll be really happy with it
I sure hope so!
CONGRATS!!! oh my gosh, it looks beautiful – clean and spacious, I’m so glad you love it! And decorating/arranging everything is totally the best part
The moving thing will be fine too – I moved out of my Raleigh apartment last fall pretty much by myself…I couldn’t fit everything in the car so I had to coordinated storage and selling stuff ugh, but it all worked out! Seriously if you do need an extra hand let me know!
I am hoping that I can find a car or find someone with a car so I can just load it up. Luckily I don’t have a lot so really all I need is one car load but the process of actually moving it all blahhhh
Looks like a nice place! Congrats, and just take moving with a positive attitude and it’ll go much better. I’d totally help you if I lived near you! But I’m sure everything will all unfold as it’s supposed to.
I hope so, thank you so much for the kind words!
YAY!! Looks awesome!! And you don’t really need much more than a bed, internet, and someplace to put all your stuff so YIPPEE!!
Agreed, simple is how I am.
Love the new apartment! Your parents sound exactly like mine. My dad can annoy the heck out of me but he can get the best deals. Then there’s my mom who is such a sweat heart and who I can never get annoyed with.
Our parents are quite alike! They make me who I am for sure.
Congrats on finding a place!! It’s super cute and sounds absolutely perfect!
I am just happy the process is over finally!
Looks like you have a gorgeous view too! Congrats on getting a place
Thanks Kailey, I am so excited.
Congrats on your new place! That is super exciting! There are so many adorable inexpensive ways to decorate and before you know it, it will feel like home!
Exactly, I know I will find ways to make it great without spending a lot.
SO happy for you. And quite a bit jealous…
Ha, there is always room for visitors
Congrats on the new place, so exciting!!!
Thank you! I am so excited.
YAY!! So excited, happy & proud of you Alex! It’s such a cute place too
Good luck with the whole move process next weekend 
Check on craigslist for some furniture deals.
I am heading to Craigslist now! I need to make sure I get electricity and cable going too!
Your place looks so inviting, even with nothing in it! I love the floors especially. I’m sure you’ll end up with lots of cool decor! That’s what I’m most excited about when I move into my first apartment in a couple weeks!
I can’t wait to let it slowly decorate itself. It will take a while but will be worth the wait.
Wow it lpols beautiful! Lots of natural light! Good job!
I know, I love that aspect of it. I am such a light person.I barely ever turn on lights in my rooms I have had.
I can imagine it would be quite exhausting! I love the new apartment, it looks great!!
Thanks Lisa, I am super excited about it.
I love the new apartment- it looks super cute to me. It’ll be tons of fun decorating it too. You could always try some thrift stores or stores like Marshalls, TJ Maxx, Ross, etc for stuff. And if you wait a few more weeks, all the “back to college” type stuff will be on clearance and that will be a good way to get some deals. Good luck with moving in on your own, at least you have a bed and eventually you’ll have more
Aw thank you. I am actually surprised at some of the deals I have found.
I’m sure there’s a lot to figure out, but on the bright side, YOU HAVE AN APARTMENT!!!!
It’s GORGEOUS!! It looks really spacious and like a proper grown up apartment. So exciting!
I’m moving in about 3 weeks to an unfurnished place (we’re currently renting a furnished flat), and am on the hunt for some good furniture deals! It’s a bit daunting to be honest, but I’m kind of looking forward to decorating it from scratch at the same time!
I guess we are in the same place, I really like the second hand cheaper furniture as long as it is not too cheap or too janky.
Definitely! We can share ideas
I agree you have to be careful with what you choose but I do find that it can look a bit nicer than buying everything from Ikea. I’m hoping to buy some things that I can make into little project like refurbishing a wooden table.
I think that is why I am going to take it slowly and not try and get stuff right away. I am all for refurbishing old stuff.
That’s so exciting! Finally moving out of the dorms? The most fun part about this is definitely going be decorating. You should spend some time surfing pinterest for ideas
Haha, I am just ready to have my own place to match the new job and graduating college. much needed!
Awesome place, good luck with the move!
Thanks Kelly, I can’t wait.
I cannot wait to see how it is once you decorate it!! IT’s so big for just you. ask around! Maybe some of your DC friends will help! If I was there, I would,
I am hoping to get some help, I am in need haha