Our Cozy Condo

I have finally unpacked the last box and put away the last dish. However, I am still hanging pictures on the walls. During my time off I have tried my best to make our house feel like a home. I am amazed at how fast we are adjusting. It feels like we have lived here longer than three weeks. I am going to take you on a virtual tour of our cozy condo. It shouldn't take too long, because it is only 1000 square feet. But it is the perfect size for us.

Let's start outside...This is the front of the building we live in. We live in the warehouse district of downtown Minneapolis. We are only a few blocks away from skyscrapers. The other picture is the bridge where we like to run over the Mississippi River. This picture is taken about a half mile from where we live.

This is the kitchen. I love our kitchen! It has double the cabinet space of our last apartment. And all brand new appliances. I have been spending more time in the kitchen lately. Since moving here we do not eat out as often as we did in Salt Lake. So I have been cooking dinners and making Ryan lunches to take to school.

This is our master bedroom. Every morning at five A.M. the sun rises and shines right into our bedroom window. While my parents were in town we bought some thick drapes. Since then we have been able to sleep in past five o'clock.

Here is the master bathroom. The only problem is the lack of towel rods. There is one small towel rod next to the shower. (Definitely not big enough for two towels.) So, I hung some decorative towels on it and put our towels on hooks behind the door. Ryan does not approve. He is very confused about the decorative towels and why he cannot use them. He also is confused why his towel is far away from the shower when we have a towel rack next to the shower. Let's just say we are going to have to make some changes in order to keep both of us happy.

This is the office/den. I wanted to make it into a spare bedroom so we could have some visitors. But we have decided that it is too small for a bed and a desk. However, my parents slept on a blow-up bed in this room and said it was very comfortable. Also, we live directly across the street from a Marriott hotel. So if any of you would like to come and visit, I am sure we can find adequate accommodations for you.

Here is the spare bathroom. Ryan has claimed it as his bathroom. I think men and women need separate bathrooms. He complains about my blow dryer and all the cords. And I have definitely taken over the master bath with all my "stuff."

This is the room where we spend most of our time, the living room. As you might notice from the pictures, our couch is in front of the fireplace. We had a very difficult time arranging the furniture. We have tried moving the couch in every possible position, and this is really the best way. If anyone has any other suggestions please let me know.

This is our balcony. Unfortunately, we are not allowed to have a barbecue, against fire code. We enjoy sitting outside to read or just enjoy the view. The other picture is our view from the balcony. We are facing the Mississippi River. If that building wasn't in the way then we would have a spectacular view of the river.

Well, that's it! It is small, but perfect for a newly married couple. Most of all we love the location. It is only 2 miles from the University of Minnesota. Ryan is able to come home if he has a break. My favorite part is the underground garage. When it is 100 below zero, I will definately be glad that I don't have to scrape ice off of my car.

Good News! I start my job on Friday. Yipee! I am starting to get very bored. And it will be nice to have some income as well. Ryan is busy, busy, busy! He has been studying all weekend. He has a big test in his anatomy class on Tuesday. I am sure he will ace it!!!