by Ashley Cordray | Sep 26, 2017 | About Us | 70 comments
Connieon September 26, 2017 at 8:07 pm
This blog is a great idea. And as a new client I know how busy Michael’s schedule is. Y’all are doing a great job.
Nikki Nivenson January 18, 2021 at 8:32 am
When did Ashley and Michael Corday get married? When is their wedding anniversary?
Ashley Cordrayon January 18, 2021 at 1:52 pm
We got married 4/4/14!
Karenon February 19, 2021 at 12:59 pm
PLEASE tell me Season 3 is in the works…I dearly love your show…you guys just make my heart smile!
Peggie Pentecost REALTOR (NCV)on June 2, 2021 at 6:13 am
Of course you did?. Well planned spontaneity indeed!!!
Lisa Roeston February 28, 2022 at 4:51 pm
Love y’all’s show. So glad y’all restore those beautiful houses. When I watch y’all I don’t feel like I’m watching a reality show. Y’all feel like neighbors. Keep up the great work.
Amyon September 26, 2017 at 8:12 pm
Will Michael tell Patrick how amazing pedicures are? I’ve been trying to get him to go with me!
Connie Drydenon September 26, 2017 at 8:14 pm
Ashley you are totally awesome!!!
The perfect person to be married to Michael!!! You match in awesomeness!! I don’t know who I love the most??. You are the heart of the island??Bootsie Cordrayon September 26, 2017 at 8:16 pm
Awesome! Great blog, Michael is a very hard working man that I am proud to say he is my son.
Casey Gregg-Guytonon September 27, 2017 at 12:49 pm
Proud mommy talk, but he deserves it
Rosa Morganon September 26, 2017 at 8:38 pm
What a lovely tribute you’ve written about your husband. You two are such a beautiful couple and deserve all the happiness and success that your hard work will lead to.
Loretta Menotti Perezon September 26, 2017 at 9:11 pm
U two are amazing. Your work is impeccable.. Michael, your mom I have been friends for years. See her a couple times a week when we play Mah Jongg. Everyone is always bragging on you two.
Shirley Morganon September 27, 2017 at 2:35 am
Keep up the good work! We are all so proud of you!
Dennis U - Friendswoodon September 27, 2017 at 3:10 am
This is great Ashley! You’re a very lucky man Michael. You are both blessed, and we are all lucky to have you living in our community!
Laura Oon September 27, 2017 at 3:24 am
Thank you for sharing your fun loving story!!
Jen Macdonaldon September 27, 2017 at 4:44 am
Love the blog!! You don’t find many other like you both. So happy to hear about others that are as “crazy” as me and my Mike. We are always told
We take on too much and that we are crazy. We love it all (too many hats tomlist here but antique house restoration is just one) and wouldn’t change anything. Keep up the great team work and spontaneity!!!! Glad you didn’t listen to that teacher – great blog!Heather Lon September 27, 2017 at 4:55 am
Good morning! That was great, and I’m looking forward to more. 🙂 Did you get a green light for your show? We loved the pilot, and we’re routing for you guys from Houston. We love the Island and what you are doing there.
Good luck to you both.
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Matthew Dillardon September 27, 2017 at 5:07 am
This is great. Glad I’m not the only one who gets back to my job sites after being errand boy just to turn around and go grab some other small items. And yes the dump runs are quite the adventure ?
Susie Casonon September 27, 2017 at 5:50 am
Great paper. I would give you a 100, no fail here. You are a blessed wife. Following to see when your show is going to start up. Keep up the great work.
Connie Padoon December 30, 2020 at 11:43 am
Is that Michael on the Liberty Mutual Commercial?
Ashley Cordrayon January 4, 2021 at 4:21 pm
He’s not! But we get asked this a lot! Finally went and looked at the commercial. It looks exactly like him. Good eye
Daffyon January 28, 2021 at 4:22 pm
He has a dopelganger!
Georgeannon January 10, 2021 at 2:15 pm
I am wondering he same thing!!
The dude playing volleyball looks like Michael’s doppelgänger!!DIANEon January 23, 2021 at 4:09 pm
I was thinking the same thing..
Debra Evanson February 18, 2021 at 7:47 pm
Like many, I thought the same thing. I Googled the commercial.
Susanon September 27, 2017 at 6:32 am
And now we need to hear about you from Michael!
finleyon September 27, 2017 at 10:45 am
what a great blog start! so interesting and love the story and passion behind the journey to both of your goals. i could not think of a more devoted couple to make these dreams come true. risks become accomplishments and dreams can become reality ?
shoot for the ⭐️’s. what both of you do is more than extraordinary but about bringing life into houses others would not dare to touch. saving galveston homes from demoliation while preserving character.
#notyouraveragediycouple
#deservetoperserve
#passionwithapurposeRitaon September 27, 2017 at 1:42 pm
Love your post! We live by Spring and every time we go to Galveston we think it would be amazing to run into you guys. Thanks for helping to save Galveston!!! I have been to other beaches around the world, but I love my beautiful home beach of Galveston the most. ❤️
Cindy youngbloodon September 27, 2017 at 7:28 pm
Great blog thoroughly enjoyed it keep up the good work ???
You both work so hard – so proudDebbieon September 28, 2017 at 1:58 pm
❤️❤️❤️ This
Sylvia Trevinoon September 29, 2017 at 5:52 am
Love the blog, Ashley and it is a great idea!! I also love that I will be able to keep up with you guys from over here in Cajun Country! Keep up the good (and hard) work!
Neil Lepleyon October 10, 2020 at 10:25 am
That Waffle House reception shot is everything!
Brenda Greggon September 30, 2017 at 6:24 am
Luv your wedding story. My husband & I were married at the Gazebo in downtown Grapevine, TX. Walked across the st. to Main St. Cafe for breakfast with friends. La Jolla, California. Got to have a Beach!
Brenda Greggon September 30, 2017 at 6:26 am
Whoops, need coffee this morning. Meant to say our Honeymoon was in La Jolla
Mickieon May 9, 2020 at 3:24 pm
Great blog and love your show! Sounds like a perfect wedding to me!
Ashley Cordrayon May 11, 2020 at 8:51 am
It was our kinda perfect!
Elizabeth Schroederon December 13, 2020 at 1:32 pm
My hubby is crazy about rehabbing shows but the only one I watch with him is yours. I think you and Michael have the perfect relationship. Good job I am 76 because I have a crush on Michael and you of course. ??
Mark and Jan Feasteron May 9, 2020 at 4:47 pm
Love your love story♡!
Ashley Cordrayon May 11, 2020 at 8:51 am
Thanks for following along!
Tommye Hiteon May 18, 2020 at 11:16 am
Truly love the show and all you do in saving these gorgeous homes. Hope to get there on a visit; maybe on the way to Nawlins as I’m a native from Baton Rouge living in Southern California.Your ideas and execution are great; keep it up! All the best – love the blog also. Thank you ! ! Tommye
Carolyn jon May 24, 2020 at 11:31 am
I think you two are awesome and love the show!
The older homes have such personality and beauty that you just don’t see in today!
After you all get through with these gems they just shine !
Keep rocking it!!!Patti Adamson July 11, 2020 at 1:31 pm
Watching reruns of Season 1 and hoping for season 2. Love all that you do to save the lively “old ladies” that these homes are.
I lived in Spring from 1977 to 2000, we also had a beach house on Bolivar.
Keep up the fantastic work you are doing
Lannie abbotton September 25, 2020 at 3:10 pm
Wow such a beautiful testament to your husband and how lucky you are to be blessed with humor and affection I hope blessings are sent to you both what a beautiful love story I just love y’all are my favorite couple
Sharon Tayloron November 15, 2020 at 6:45 pm
Is Micheal on the Liberty Mutual commercial? That guy on the Beach playing Volleyball with Doug looks and talks like him. You guys are great.
Jim Berginon December 11, 2020 at 1:25 pm
I think it is him.
Melissa Tuckeron December 12, 2020 at 8:37 pm
I was wondering the same thing.
Connie Padoon December 24, 2020 at 12:57 pm
I thought the same thing, as does my husband. Please, somebody confirm one way or the other! PLEASE!!
Ashley Cordrayon January 4, 2021 at 4:24 pm
He’s not! But it does look exactly like him!
Nina Clarkon November 22, 2020 at 7:54 pm
Have your show recorded so I can watch an episode whenever I want. Love the carefree relationship you have together, like when you two are relaxing lying on the ground when you were restoring the Victorian house. You seem to get along so well together which is refreshing to see. Your little girl is adorable and I was thrilled we got to see her on the show before the season was over. Love your show. Wishing you a long and happy future.
Sheena and Peteon December 16, 2020 at 8:01 pm
My husband and I absolutely love your show! We love Victorian homes, and antique architecture. The way you both keep the original details is so refreshing. We love to collect antiques and reuse them in various ways. I have enjoyed watching the 2 of you refresh homes that seem lost beyond repair. Warms my heart!
Carole Hammondon January 5, 2021 at 11:31 pm
Love watching your restorations in Galveston AND enjoy seeing how well you work together. Totally unrelated but wondering if Michael played beach volleyball in a Liberty Mutual commercial?
Ashley Cordrayon January 8, 2021 at 6:52 pm
He didn’t! But we do get asked this all the time. I actually posted the photo the other day and told everyone it wasn’t him. I can’t believe how sharp everyones eyes are!
Judy Nicholson December 14, 2020 at 1:25 pm
Love you both and your story!! Will keep watching and hope to meet you soon!
DG Barlowon January 10, 2021 at 5:56 pm
I have been wondering if it was Michael as well on the Liberty Mutual commercial. They could be twins.
Dougon January 23, 2021 at 11:17 am
Your show is my favorite. Not only do you produce miracles on those downtrodden houses you restore, you do so with a flair and chemistry unmatched by other similar shows. Galveston is lucky to have you both and the rest of us are lucky to se the fantastic work you do. Is there any word on season3? If DIY or HGTV are smart they will renew and have you guys in their long term plans. Ashley, I love your special projects for each house and you have an awesome sense of humor. Michael is blessed to have you by his side.
Ruth Lovejoyon February 6, 2021 at 11:10 am
I am so excited to see you have a blog! It’s my goal for when I retire! 🙂 We’re coming to Galveston in July for my husband’s job. I want to go to the ice cream shop! Can’t wait!! Love your show and have watched many episodes several time! Thanks for what you do! We have loved seeing Galveston recover from the hurricanes and am anxious to maybe seeing some of your work!
Sue Ivieon February 11, 2021 at 3:17 pm
I love your show! So amazing to see you work your magic on these old historic homes in Galveston and save them from being torn down! Ashley, you and Michael are so talented and I love watching both of you work together so well. Thank you for sharing that talent with us!!
Regan Hutchesonon February 24, 2021 at 8:53 pm
Loving your tv show from Ontario, Canada. As the manager of heritage planning for a municipality, you guys undertake what we as staff recommend and require for heritage restoration projects. Restoration of historic windows and exterior cladding- thank you for showing how it can be done. Looking forward to many more seasons.
Kathyon April 14, 2021 at 3:26 pm
My husband and I love watching your shows!! The chemistry between you two is adorable to watch and your creativity is amazing!! Thank you for being so genuine and keep up the great work!!!
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Tamara Brenneron May 19, 2021 at 9:40 pm
I am so thrilled to see you’ll be coming back for Season 3! I DVR and watch every single episode on the DIY channel, and each episode has something special that I may have missed the first few go-rounds. Your attention to detail and your love for antique architecture is so evident and heartwarming. I hate watching other home improvement shows where they completely demolish perfectly good cabinets and other useful items, while you and Michael travel around on your golf cart collecting old wood, windows, and discarded furniture. A-MAZING! I just love you guys, and you motivate me to do the same! Perfect show!!
I’m a big fan from Long Island, NY!Pierre Couperon August 5, 2021 at 4:10 am
Excellent post. I definitely appreciate this website. Continue the good work!
Neil Nortonon October 1, 2021 at 7:41 am
Love your show, love your blog, you guys are too cute…As a fellow Realtor, I appreciate how many irons you have in the fire…people think what we do is easy, and you guys are killin it! Keep up the good work!
Sherrieon January 20, 2022 at 4:04 pm
Will Restoring Galveston be continuing in 2022? We were able to visit Galveston Nov. 2021, & noticed there are still many places in need of restoration 😁 You two & your team have done wonders so far, you know we just never want a good thing to end!
P.S. we really wanted to visit your SodaPop Shop & couldn’t figure out what happened to it, except that maybe the Covid stuff messed things up. Prayers of hope for a better future for all 🙏🕊❤️
Karenon February 14, 2022 at 10:55 am
Love your show. You two are talented and delightful. I’m wondering if you wear your cross necklace upside down because of St. Peter’s remark? I think that is a beautiful sentiment.
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Louetta Sugaharaon March 8, 2022 at 3:00 am
This blog was… how do I say it? Relevant!! Finally I’ve found something which helped me. Thank you!
Marylee Miskinon March 31, 2022 at 4:12 am
I like looking through an article that will make people think. Also, thank you for allowing me to comment!
Margieon May 2, 2022 at 11:34 am
I love this show and love the attitude about community.
I’ve learned a some new things about Reno’s watching the show. I only have one complaint. Why does the wife talk so loud? Is she hard of hearing? I’m a nurse and this is a question I would ask a patient. It’s annoying.Margieon May 2, 2022 at 11:35 am
I love this show and love the attitude about community.
I’ve learned a some new things about Reno’s watching the show. I only have one complaint. Why does the wife talk so loud? Is she hard of hearing? I’m a nurse and this is a question I would ask a patient. It’s annoying.
