We refinished our floors last week—which, with four young kids, felt a little like trying to change your car’s oil while it’s still driving down the highway.
Not the flashiest update, I know. But after years of juice spills, chair scrapes, and mystery dents no one would admit to, it was time. So we packed up, cleared out, and handed over the keys for a few days of chaos in the name of progress.
Anyone who’s lived through floor refinishing knows: it’s not just a home project—it’s a logistical labyrinth. Where do you put four kids and a dining table held together by hope? How many nights of pizza is too many? And will this actually be worth it?
Now that we’re back and no longer tripping over air purifiers or sleeping on air mattresses? 100% worth it.
It reminded me: in real estate—and life—the big things get all the attention. But the real progress often happens under the surface. Quiet upgrades, steady care. Maintenance might not get the glory, but it’s what keeps you ready for what’s next.
Turns out, even your floors have something to say.
