
Welcome to our new home! G and I are still pinching ourselves right now! It’s just insane to me how quickly life changes… 1 year ago, our heads were in a completely different place. We were not married yet, no baby, and living out of our suitcases, working from the road. Obsessed with our jobs, all we focused on was which trip we were going on next, fashion weeks, I preoccupied myself with the little things and blew way too much money on designer bags and shoes.. Just before we found out we were expecting, I remember thinking to myself a lot how ready I was for the next chapter of life… The blogging world can be so catty and competitive and I could feel myself getting wrapped up in the pressures of it all.
G and I had started really discussing the future, what was ultimately most important to us, what we’ve always valued in life, and what we would like to accomplish in the next 10 years. It came down to family. We started talking about marriage, thinking about how and where we would possibly like to have a wedding, and then…surprise! I was pregnant! Every part of me knew our baby was a gift and a message from God. G and I already loved each other so much, and getting pregnant set us on a clear path to making those long term dreams a reality. We quickly shifted our priorities so we could feel prepared to welcome our little girl and be the best parents we could possibly be. We started working hard, even harder than before, but instead of feeling stressed out about it and down on myself from time to time, we worked with a new purpose, a new goal, and the motivation of doing it for our little girl that was growing inside of me made it all even more positive and exciting!
Owning a home, having a house for Alessandra to grow up in was a huge part of our new goals. We started house hunting like crazy people! I would literally sit on Zillow from morning to night, studying all of the different neighborhoods and properties, their school districts, and trying to figure out what kind of home would really be best for our new family. We wanted to live somewhere where we could easily walk out the front door and go for walks in the neighborhood, somewhere where there’s a sense of community, parks, and ideally close enough to my parents so they could see her often. I’ve always loved Spanish architecture, but G and I both prefer more modern interiors, a combination that’s very hard to find! We searched like crazy, only to be outbid and disappointed. Then one day, I saw a rendering of a new construction…it was kind of odd because that’s not usually what you see on Zillow. G and I decided to do a drive by and figure out what the situation was… Sure enough, it was a brand new Spanish home, in a beautiful old neighborhood, not far from where I grew up…seemed too good to be true, but we immediately called the realtor to set up an appointment.
When we first got to see the home, it was a completely blank canvas…Still in the process of being built, I could see why there were no offers yet, but for us, this open space was a dream! We knew we could customize it and make it ours, a place that really felt like home.
For months now we’ve been a part of the completion process…picking fixtures, marble for the countertops and walls of the kitchen, even these hand painted tiles around the door and steps! It’s been so much fun for us and also more work than we could’ve imagined. Now that the house is almost done, we wanted to finally share with you and welcome you in! One of the best parts about all of this has been getting closer and more open with all of you! So much of what we share now is our personal lives and family time, and the more we’ve opened up, the more you have too! Thank you for all of the amazing advice, personal stories, and for literally becoming an extended part of our family. We hope you continue on this journey with us, we love growing and going through life with you!
Cindy Elena
OMG!! Congrats, babe! Wishing you a lifetime of memories and happiness in your new home.
May it always be filled with love and blessings.
xo | Cindy Elena
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Jessi Malay
Aww thank you love!! That means so much to us :) Hope you’re having a great week <3 Xx
La Bijoux Bella | by mia
Yasss! All the hard work made dreams come true … this new house will not only be a warm little nest, but a nest built of hopes and dreams for a parfait little family. Such a beautiful choice! 💗👍🏼💗
🌸🍃LA BIJOUX BELLA 🌸🍃| By Mia | A Creative Lifestyle Blog
Jessi Malay
Ah love that babe!! It’s such a dream come true, we can’t wait to move in and start creating new memories there!! Thanks for being part of this journey with us :)
docdivatraveller
Heartiest congratulations babe! THis is so beautiful! PS This mansion reminds me of Naomi’s home in 90210 :)
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Jessi Malay
Omg hahah that’s so funny!! Thank you love <3 Glad you like it! Xx
A Trendy Life
What a beautiful family!! We ‘ve shop #newtrendyhome and it’s so exciting!
Kisses
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Jessi Malay
Thank you love!! We are so excited! <3 Xx
Hayley Larue
This is SO exciting!! Congrats to your little fam on the new home!! Can’t wait to see how you decorate it all inside <3
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Jessi Malay
Ahh thanks girl!! Yess can’t wait to start the whole interior process..stay tuned for updates Xx
Coco's Notebook | by Rut
Congratulations Jessi<3
Such a beautiful home for a beautiful family! xx,
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Jessi Malay
Thank you babe!! So glad you love the house! xoxo
Jenelle
So So so exciting!!! The house is such a dream!!! I love the style and that it is all new, I can not wait to watch your vlogs as you get into the moving in stages and of course decorating! The best part is that it is all such a dream come true for you. Thank you for your message about taking a step back and working out where the priorities lie and what makes you happy. This was great to be mindful of. Congratulations again!
xx Jenelle
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Jessi Malay
Aww you’re so sweet, thank you Janelle!! We can’t wait to start vlogging the whole interior design process and share it with you! Make sure you stay tuned on stories too :) Hope you’re having a great week! <3 Xx
Short Girl Long Jacket
Congrats guys! Your house looks so nice xx
Jessi Malay
Thanks babe!! Glad you love the house :) Xx
Savanah
Congratulations on your new home! Me and my boyfriend are currently looking for a home to buy. It’s so exciting.
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Jessi Malay
Yayyy how exciting!! Wishing you guys the best of luck out there!! <3 Keep me updated :) Xx
kileen
omg i’m so excited for you!! this is so wonderful and your home is gorgeous!
kileen
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Jessi Malay
Ahhh thanks girl!! We’re beyond excited and can’t wait to share more :) Xo
Monique | Little Miss Mon Bon
Awwwww congratulations guys! The house looks like it is going to be AMAZING <3 How cool that you managed to find exactly what you were wanting in a Spanish style new build! Can't wait to see the inside :-)
<3 Mon
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Jessi Malay
Thank. you Monique!! We are so happy we found our dream home!! So crazy! Can’t wait to show you the full tour :)
Nina
Congratulations babe, this is so exciting I’m so happy for you guys !
Sending you much love!
Nina
xox
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Jessi Malay
Thank you!! We’re so happy!! Can’t wait to share more with you :)
Zorica
Great video.
xx
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Jessi Malay
Thank you!! Glad you liked :) Xx
Danielle
I remember seeing this on your IG and was so excited to see you guys reached this new chapter in your life, especially after having your baby. Congratulations, this is sooo amazing!!!
Danielle | FollowMyGut.com <3
Jessi Malay
Aww thank you for following along on our journey babe!! We are beyond excited for this new chapter :) Xoxo
Sindy
Congratulations on all the milestones you and your family are hitting… You are home owners and it must feel great. It looks beautiful
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Jessi Malay
Aw thank you love <3 We are so excited!! Xoxo
Amy Arnold
Congrats on your home! It is beautiful. I love hearing about the journey this last year has taken you on. Thanks for sharing! So much growth. Babies force that in a good way. I’ve gone through it too.
Amy Ann
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Jessi Malay
Thank you babe!! And so glad you were part of this journey with us :) Can’t wait to share more Xx
Taylor
Omg!! Love the video, congrats to you guys!!!
Also your home is amazing!
xo.
Taylor
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Jessi Malay
Ahh thanks for watching girl!! So happy you liked the house! We’re so excited :) Xo
tanja
What a beautiful family! Love your House
xo Tanja
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Lesley Kim
Congrats!! I can’t wait to see a tour 😃
Lesley Kim
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Thomas
Congratualtions indeed. Very important step ! :-
THomas