Closed on my first house yesterday!!! Living in Jeanne's barn (I should tell you that it is actually quite nice - not what you would think of as a barn). Found some pictures of when I first bought the house... 4.5 years ago... notice the size of the tree next to the front door (about half the height of the door) now it's taller than the door!
Found out that it will be at least six weeks to get the visa and such, so you're stuck with me for a little while at least!