Design TV Eve

The team is all here in Suwanee…

…the iPads are all functional and connected…

…my secret weapon is ready to go if I wake up to dark circles tomorrow morning…

…and there’s a sweet, young (newly-married) couple with an outdated living room in their newly-purchased (foreclosure) home…just down the road from our hotel.

Tomorrow is day one of shooting and redoing, and we’re getting pretty excited/anxious to see how it all plays out. Here’s to hoping we can sleep tonight!

If not, I guess we’ll just use a little more secret camouflage than usual.

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99 Responses to Design TV Eve

1. Emily says:

   Sep 12, 2011 at 8:33 pm

   Good luck! So exciting!

   

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   • Layla says:

     Sep 12, 2011 at 8:34 pm

     Thank you Emily!

     

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2. cheryl says:

   Sep 12, 2011 at 8:36 pm

   good luck – can’t wait to follow the progress!
   sounds like loads of fun.
   cheryl xox.

   

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3. Beth @ NashvillePug says:

   Sep 12, 2011 at 8:37 pm

   I am so excited for all of you!! Can’t wait to see the show! It WILL be on the air!

   

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4. susie bloop says:

   Sep 12, 2011 at 8:43 pm

   Awww layla I am so excited for ya’ll. I know you will do awesome!!! Just have fun with it like you do everything else. WE are all here cheering you on! So proud of you~ Susie Bloop~

   

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5. Cindy M. says:

   Sep 12, 2011 at 8:43 pm

   Awesome! I am excited for you both!

   

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6. Diana @ Our Vintage Home Love says:

   Sep 12, 2011 at 8:44 pm

   Good luck and have lots of fun!!

   

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7. Valerie says:

   Sep 12, 2011 at 8:47 pm

   So excited for you guys!! Good Luck

   

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8. Stacey Niven says:

   Sep 12, 2011 at 8:56 pm

   Three things…deep breaths, pinch yourself and pray! Good luck!

   

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9. Carmel says:

   Sep 12, 2011 at 8:58 pm

   Woohoo! SO excited for you guys!

   

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10. Melissa @ A Place to Nest says:

    Sep 12, 2011 at 9:01 pm

    GOOD LUCK!!!

    

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11. Wendy says:

    Sep 12, 2011 at 9:14 pm

    I’m new and in love. You will not fail. Things may not go as planned, but your perspective is that of which warms our hearts and souls. Be You. Enjoy every Minute

    

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12. Meghan says:

    Sep 12, 2011 at 9:16 pm

    How exciting!!! Good luck!!! Have fun!

    

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13. Jill @ Peanut Butter Plaza says:

    Sep 12, 2011 at 9:16 pm

    How cool you guys are in Suwanee! I live in Suwanee, too but the Forsyth County side! Can’t wait to see what you guys do, good luck!!!!

    

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14. Sarah says:

    Sep 12, 2011 at 9:18 pm

    Best of luck to you two! I’ve been following you for a while now and think you are just the sweetest most talented couple ever, so I have no dought you will knock ‘em dead! Can’t wait to see the show!

    Sarah:)

    

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15. Cindy K. says:

    Sep 12, 2011 at 9:23 pm

    I am so excited for you. Godspeed!

    

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16. Donna says:

    Sep 12, 2011 at 9:25 pm

    Looking forward to helping out the cause tomorrow for your pilot shoot!! Where and when do I need to show up?!

    

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17. Cynthia says:

    Sep 12, 2011 at 9:28 pm

    Luck is where opportunity meets preparation. Ya’ll are ready for this awesome opportunity. Best wishes for much success!!

    

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18. Jeri says:

    Sep 12, 2011 at 9:36 pm

    Excited for the newlyweds and for your show!!! Bring it on!

    

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19. kelly in georgia says:

    Sep 12, 2011 at 9:57 pm

    The first of many more shows to come!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Enjoy it!

    

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20. Carrie says:

    Sep 12, 2011 at 10:19 pm

    Is it wrong that, while I’m excited for you and the make-overees, I’m super jealous that you’re not doing my house?!? Can’t wait to see the episode! I know it’ll be awesome and get picked up.

    

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21. Sarah Nutter says:

    Sep 12, 2011 at 10:49 pm

    You will have a LOT of prayers surrounding you tomorrow–we’re all behind you!! Can’t wait to see the show.

    

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22. Jami at freckled laundry says:

    Sep 12, 2011 at 11:17 pm

    Good luck, Layla! I hope you & the crew have tons of fun making beautiful spaces!

    

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23. wendy says:

    Sep 12, 2011 at 11:39 pm

    Just be yourself, after all that is what we have all fell in love with. With we love to see ya do the jig:)

    

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24. monique says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 12:15 am

    it will be fab!! breathe, and hydrate w/ h2o!!! go get em’!!

    

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25. Funky Junk Interiors says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 1:08 am

    All the best! I think I’ll lose sleep FOR you!

    Donna

    

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26. Pam Kirk says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 4:50 am

    oh my…the mamma of the sweet “young wife” tossed and turned 364x last night…I be EXCITED!!!!!! I get to keep the grand dog for the renovation..woot woot:-)

    

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    • Tracy says:

      Sep 14, 2011 at 8:59 pm

      Lucky! have fun watching the behind the scenes!

      

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27. Roy Merideth says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 5:28 am

    Best wishes on a successful day! You guys do some really cool stuff! I’m betting we will be seeing you on the tube soon. Break a leg!

    

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28. Danielle says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 5:36 am

    So exciting! Wishing you all luck, although I don’t think you need it.

    

    

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29. Kim says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 6:12 am

    Prayers for success! You and Kevin will come through and excel! Can’t wait to hear what you can tell us!

    

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30. Luciane At HomeBunch.com says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 6:48 am

    God bless every step you guys are taking! He has marvelous plans for you. Go strong and believe!

    xo

    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

    

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31. Joyce tx says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 7:14 am

    nerves….. but so exciting! You guys will be fab-u-lous!

    

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32. Heather Boyd says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 7:17 am

    You’ll do great! I know from experience

    

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33. Kim S. says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 7:23 am

    Hope you were able to get some sleep last night. Can’t wait to see the pilot!

    

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34. Angel Anderson says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 7:40 am

    WOO HOO! Happy for you both! Ya’ll Rock! Can’t wait to see the show! (Is that enough exclaimation points for ya?)

    

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35. Erica says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 7:43 am

    Layla- isn’t secret camouflage the best?! Have you tried Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer? It’s my best “no I’m not pasty white and yes I do have perfect skin faker.”
    You’ll do great with the show today!!!

    

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36. Beverly Palmer says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 7:49 am

    How exciting! You two must be pinching yourselfs constantly, right?

    

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37. Ter'e Crow Lindsay says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 7:51 am

    Break a leg!
    Just be yourselves and do your thang!
    We love you just as you are!
    BOTH of you!!!!
    Now, go have fun.

    

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38. Diana says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 8:02 am

    Living your dream. Enjoy!

    

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39. Josette says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 8:06 am

    Oh my goodness! This is really happening! So very proud and excited for you guys! You are the best!

    

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40. Debbie says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 8:06 am

    Wow!!! It’s finally time! I am so excited for you two! Good Luck!

    

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41. Debbie says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 8:06 am

    I’m excited for you! Have a great day!
    Debbie

    

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42. Mary McDaniel says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 8:22 am

    Today’s the day! You’re going to be fantastic! Have fun!

    

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43. Denise says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 8:31 am

    God bless…you’ll do great!!

    

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44. Janice says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 8:52 am

    So very excited for you guys!! Thank you so much for sharing this adventure with your readers Can’t wait for your update about how it goes today!

    

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45. Gena in Texas says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 8:58 am

    So excited for ya’ll! If you ever make it to the North Texas area, I’ll send my hubby over to help with the painting. ; )
    God bless you and Kevin! You two will do fab-u-lous!

    

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46. Jackie in Louisiana says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 9:09 am

    Layla, I have been a fan of you and Kevin for a long time now, and I am so proud of you both! You guys are going to do a GREAT job! I am praying for you both, for rest tonight and peace tomorrow.

    

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47. Krystle @ ColorTransformedFamily says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 9:12 am

    Thanks for the behind the scenes shots. It looks exciting. I can’t believe you are filming a pilot episode. I hope it goes well and ends up getting picked up.

    

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48. Dear Lillie says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 9:21 am

    I am so excited for you guys!!!!

    

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49. Mary says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 9:37 am

    So happy for you, your dreams came true, can’t wait to see this. Good luck, well I don’t really think you will need it. Mary

    

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50. Sandi Lou Hixson says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 9:42 am

    i wish the absolute BEST!…you guys would be my fave’s on TV!

    

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51. Hollie @ I'm Busy Procrastinating says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 9:50 am

    So excited for you two! Thanks for taking time out of a busy schedule to keep us in the loop!

    

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52. Janita says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 9:53 am

    Super excited for you and to watch things unfold. Thanks for sharing all the behind the scenes secrets too. I’m thinking I need the Laura Mercier secret weapon even though I don’t have a tv show.

    

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53. Jane Crawford says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 9:56 am

    Can’t wait. You and Kevin are going to Rock It!!!

    

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54. Sharyl@Thelittlebrownhouse says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 9:58 am

    You guys will be amazing!! I will check on your progress with my ipad:)

    

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55. Susana of Montessori Candy says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 10:00 am

    Exciting! I hope it goes super well! If there are any flubs, you can just have some great material for bonus outtakes!

    

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56. Tiffany says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 10:15 am

    Sounds like lots of fun (and hard work)…ENJOY!!!

    

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57. Fairfield House says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 10:38 am

    Sending positive thoughts and best wishes! Enjoy the journey, friends.

    Deborah & Thomas

    

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58. teresa says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 10:53 am

    What fun…enjoy the journey…..love your spirit of seeing the good.
    I’m sure you will do great.

    

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59. Sandra says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 10:57 am

    Break a leg!

    

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60. Kim says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 10:58 am

    As I read this, I can’t help but thinking about how you shared quite a while ago when you were in a drive thru with more month than money and someone in front of you paid for your order. Could you have possibly imagined at that moment that one day you’d be shooting a pilot for HGTV with your man by your side? Here’s to following your heart and living your dreams. Praise God!

    

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    • Layla says:

      Sep 14, 2011 at 6:48 am

      Kim,
      I read your comment between takes yesterday and it brought tears to my eyes. I’ve been thinking about that all week! I can’t believe you remembered that too!
      Praise God indeed!!

      

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      • Michelle C. says:

        Sep 14, 2011 at 9:52 pm

        That thought has occurred to me over and over and over again as your success blossoms, Layla. Hoping that one of these days, our money will outlast our month and that our passion will find its playground, too. Prayers for an amazing start to this new chapter in your story!

        

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61. Ronnie Gunn Tucker says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 11:03 am

    Have no fear! You guys are rising stars!

    

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62. Carrie Allen says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 11:18 am

    Enjoy the journey!!

    

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63. Elizabeth says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 11:28 am

    Awesome…..!!! How exciting no need for extra artillery (secret camouflage) You are beautiful inside and out…..You two will be great no worries.

    

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64. Tamara says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 11:43 am

    I’m in Suwanee too! Come by and see my old house! Do you have lots and lots of money?! LOL We are working on it, but it’s the 5 year + plan! Good luck!

    

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65. Amanda Healy says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 12:14 pm

    Oh my goodness, so exciting!!! I cannot wait to watch your new show! Good luck with everything!

    

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66. Jan says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 12:35 pm

    How exciting! Here’s wishing you both much success and oodles of fun at the same time! I know you’ll be great!

    

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67. Sandra says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 1:39 pm

    I wish you and Kevin the best of luck as you shoot your first day of with more to follow in the future. May you have much continued success.

    I am excited to see what little sneak peaks you are able to show us as you shoot your first episode. Have fun!

    

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68. sarita says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 2:01 pm

    i’m excited for you all! and for the lucky couple who gets a new living room…it will be fun to see what you do with it! CONGRATS!

    

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69. Valerie says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 3:31 pm

    what?! I live in Suwanee, too bad my house wasn’t picked. Actually, if you have extra time feel free to come on over and work on our newly purchased foreclosure as well! j/k-I know your gonna be super busy, God bless, I’m sure it will turn out beautifully.

    

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70. Ashli says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 4:06 pm

    There is no possible way it won’t be great, you two are an awesome team!

    

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71. Tina K says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 5:28 pm

    Can’t wait to hear/see it! How fun and exciting!

    

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72. shannon says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 6:01 pm

    I’m sure no such product will be needed and you will be stunningly gorgeous like always! I’m sure you’ll do great!

    

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73. Cindy Chapman says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 7:12 pm

    Make us proud, ya’ll!

    

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74. susy says:

    Sep 13, 2011 at 9:23 pm

    i wish you all the best. ya’ll will be great, and have a huge fanbase ALREADY!!!!

    

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75. Flower Patch Farmgirl says:

    Sep 14, 2011 at 6:55 am

    SO excited for you, El! You’re going to knock us all dead. I just know it.

    

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76. Jenny says:

    Sep 14, 2011 at 7:07 am

    ooooweee! How exciting! Have so so so much fun!

    

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77. KK G says:

    Sep 14, 2011 at 7:09 am

    You guys will wow them!

    

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78. Sue VanParys says:

    Sep 14, 2011 at 1:38 pm

    Im so excited for you guys! I don’t have a blog, but I so enjoy yours almost every day!! Can’t wait to see your show,! We really need some good decorating shows!!!!

    

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79. Allison Michelena says:

    Sep 14, 2011 at 1:38 pm

    Yeah!! How awesome. I am so excited for you guys!!
    So… do you guys travel?! My hubby and I are moving to CO in Nov. and are buying out first house and it needs some help.

    

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80. Stacy Moorer says:

    Sep 14, 2011 at 1:55 pm

    I so wish Josette could have gone with you – I am super excited to see how this turns out – Good Luck

    

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81. Alecia says:

    Sep 14, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    GOOD LUCK! Can’t wait to see it all!

    

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82. jennibell says:

    Sep 14, 2011 at 3:37 pm

    Oh how EXCITING!!! Anxiously awaiting more blog posts. . .

    

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83. Linnie says:

    Sep 14, 2011 at 7:13 pm

    I know you guys will do great! Have a super time!

    

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84. Geri Greco says:

    Sep 14, 2011 at 8:46 pm

    Layla and Kevin.
    I have followed you or the past 4 years.
    I laughed with you, I cried with you, and I decorated and tried
    all the great ideas I learned from you.
    I am as nervous and as proud of you if you were my own children.
    Prayers for everything wonderful on this t.v adventure and in life.
    You are going to knock their socks off.
    Hugs, Geri.
    P.s. I have read all of Mary Kay Andrews books and love, love them.

    

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85. Courtney says:

    Sep 15, 2011 at 7:29 am

    I have followed your blog for some time now. I live in Suwanee and was so excited to see you are here for your project! I cannot wait to hear what you have to say about the living room you are redoing, and the tips and finds locally (here in Suwanee).
    Keep us posted on the HGTV pilot….cannot wait!

    

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86. Kathy says:

    Sep 15, 2011 at 8:21 am

    This is so interesting. How much of the fun kind of stress you must be having!

    

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87. Carole Dominick says:

    Sep 16, 2011 at 9:32 am

    Loved meeting you! So.o.o. exciting!! War EAgle!

    Carole

    

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88. Reagan says:

    Sep 16, 2011 at 9:53 am

    Good Luck! You’re going to be great!

    

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89. LoveFeast Table says:

    Sep 16, 2011 at 12:50 pm

    Woo Whoo!! Have a blast and savor every single, stinkin’ moment!
    ~K & CA

    

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90. Miranda Hanna says:

    Sep 16, 2011 at 7:42 pm

    If you are still in Suwanee on Saturday the 17th, they are having their annual Suwanee Days which is a craft festival type thing. It’s downtown Suwanee. http://www.suwaneeday.com/

    

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91. Mary McDaniel says:

    Sep 17, 2011 at 9:23 am

    It’s reveal day, right? Wish we could all be there, I bet it’s going to be fantastic! So excited for how you’re going to bless that couple!

    

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92. Ter'e Crow Lindsay says:

    Sep 17, 2011 at 9:59 am

    It looks like there are alot of “MOTHER HENS” out there. All of us, sitting, waiting, praying, hoping, laughing (already) and waiting to hear the blow-by-blow, firsthand from Kev and Layla! Are we a trip or what????
    Can’t wait!!!!! Know this is nothing but GOOD GOOD GOOD coming out of all this.
    You kids just ROCK!
    You’ll go to HGTV with your own gigantic groupie base!!!!!!!
    Yeeeeeeeeehawwwwwwwwwwwww

    

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93. The Southern Fried Bride says:

    Sep 18, 2011 at 1:48 pm

    New follower. Love your blog!

    

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94. Stephanie says:

    Sep 18, 2011 at 6:54 pm

    Good luck!! You will be great!!

    

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95. Rhonda says:

    Sep 18, 2011 at 11:03 pm

    This is so very exciting.. and you’ve covered all your bases.. best wishes!

    

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