Let me introduce myself

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Hey ya'll! 
My name is Nikki, 22 year old, married, lover of all things DIY, cooking, gardening, and flip furniture. My husband Charlie and I are building our first home! I wanted to start a blog to document our adventures\experiences. We currently live in a camper with our black lab, Maggie. I love all things southern and try to keep many old traditions alive. Thanks for stopping by!
  



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