The "Perfect" House

I'm in the process of trying to find the perfect house. This is not an easy task and somedays it seems fun and exciting and other days a bit overwhelming. It's as if I have this perfect vision of what my house should look like, how big it should be, what colors it should be, how the backyard should look and what features are a must. The one thing through this whole process that I found out is that I'm a kitchen person; I want a good kitchen. What constitues the perfect kitchen? Lots of space, newer appliances, good flooring, good lighting, lots of counter space etc. Who would have thought that my idea of the perfect house would include the perfect kitchen!! And of course I have to look for the perfect price:)

I want to live in the perfect neighborhood with, perfect neighbors, in the perfect house. In all this I want to be perfect but not for outward appearance but because I want to invest in the place where I feel the Lord has led me, in the place where my house will not be a house but a home with an open door and a warm atmosphere. I want a place where God can do work through me in a place where His ministry is above my well-being or my perfect kitchen. I want to walk into the home and know that this is where the Lord led me with purpose.

I will welcome any prayers in finding the perfect home; as this is a new and challenging endeavor.