Arnold for a Bit Longer

Our house has been on the market for 5 months and in order for the listing to be refreshed and posted in the Spring, we are forced to take it off the market for 60 or so days.  We do want to move, but it looks like we'll be in Arnold, MO a bit longer.  We are okay with it, we've never really been in a huge hurry.  Our only concerns is my long drive to work and our hopefully expanding family in the future.  The house is a cute bungalow, but I feel we need a bit more space.  We'll re-post it in April or May and see how the market does then.  We had so many people take a look at our house. I think our agent said over 30 showings in 5 months was a good turnout. All of them said the same thing...not a fan of the backyard.  I am seriously thinking about calling HGTV and asking them for some help on how to get it beautified.  The yard is actually big and it has a nice view, but there is a bit of a privacy issue because all the houses around us look down to our house.  The hill has a steep grade which isn't ideal for young kids. But I do think it has some potential. I'm thinking possibly some nice landscaping that does an inviting path up to the top where we can put a bench or even a gazebo.  Perhaps, put something on the middle area for kids to play. Something...anything...we need to sell it!  Even if we wanted to stay in the area, we'd want a bigger house. Ballwin is slowly falling from our #1 spot to perhaps Fenton.  All the West Suburbs of St. Louis are fair game, but a few developments have happened the past year that have changed our tune. Firstly, I am pretty used to the drive, although I'd love to get at least an half an hour back each way in time.  Secondly, we love love love Tia's daycare, First Academy in Fenton, MO.  It is nicely located a rock's throw from Chris's work and of course we love the staff. She is loved there and she seems to really enjoy it.  Thirdly, we found and are joining a church in the area called South Telegraph Christian Church that we all just love. Tia loves the nursery and me and Chris love everything about the church.  I don't really want to live in Arnold, but perhaps somewhere along 141 in Fenton or give or take some miles North or South.  Ballwin would be great if it was a perfect location to 141 and easy access to the highways.  I guess we'll see what happens.  We are staying put for a while and we'll see if our house sells in the Spring. I'm hoping it does!!