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Sunday, February 27, 2011
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Crazy Weather!
Hey, all!
Dressing appropriately and making plans more than twenty-four hours ahead is challenging this time of year in Virginia. And the severe changes wreak havoc with headaches on some of us. Yesterday it warmed up but was extremely windy. Today is sunny, but only in the 40's although the wind has gone. And that's how it goes back and forth from day to day.
Jeff is here painting again today and things are progressing nicely. Golfer put the switch plate and outlet covers back on the walls in the hallway and living room last evening. Jeff started on the kitchen today. There was a lot of cutting in to do around all the new lights! He is currently working on the trim work in the living room. He thinks he will finish up on Monday. (not working tomorrow)
I spent a chunk of time upstairs today cleaning and putting things back together. I washed the new double windows up there inside and out. I love the new windows! Cleaning them was so much easier! I had had the drapes cleaned and I re-hung those and vacuumed and dusted real well. Later I tackled the office and cleaned the window and gave everything a good cleaning in here.
Golfer played golf today and is doing some errands right now. That's about it for plans for the day. I hope everyone is well and having a good weekend! Stay safe!
Here are pictures of our new front doors! I took two views trying to get the etching on the storm door to show up, but it's not real clear. You can get the idea though.
Dressing appropriately and making plans more than twenty-four hours ahead is challenging this time of year in Virginia. And the severe changes wreak havoc with headaches on some of us. Yesterday it warmed up but was extremely windy. Today is sunny, but only in the 40's although the wind has gone. And that's how it goes back and forth from day to day.
Jeff is here painting again today and things are progressing nicely. Golfer put the switch plate and outlet covers back on the walls in the hallway and living room last evening. Jeff started on the kitchen today. There was a lot of cutting in to do around all the new lights! He is currently working on the trim work in the living room. He thinks he will finish up on Monday. (not working tomorrow)
I spent a chunk of time upstairs today cleaning and putting things back together. I washed the new double windows up there inside and out. I love the new windows! Cleaning them was so much easier! I had had the drapes cleaned and I re-hung those and vacuumed and dusted real well. Later I tackled the office and cleaned the window and gave everything a good cleaning in here.
Golfer played golf today and is doing some errands right now. That's about it for plans for the day. I hope everyone is well and having a good weekend! Stay safe!
Here are pictures of our new front doors! I took two views trying to get the etching on the storm door to show up, but it's not real clear. You can get the idea though.
Thursday, February 24, 2011
UPDATE
Hey, All!
Work progresses! The new windows are all in and are lovely. At some point in the near future, they will get washed and new window treatments will be hung. I've already determined that the new windows block out drafts and sound much better than the old ones. The only unfortunate detail is that these new windows are thicker, and the windowsills are now more narrow. And the furry kids' hineys are not more narrow and when they jump up to look out, they have trouble sitting! We've decided they will have to deal with it. (poor babies)
Jeff, the painter, showed up early this morning and got right to work. We're trying to stay out of the way. I wish my hand was as steady when I paint as his is! The primer is on and covering up the red walls in the living room. What a difference! This is going to be a multiple-day job, but it's going well so far.
The electricians have been here already today and we now have a wonderful new cable and electrical outlet up on the wall in the bedroom so we can hang the TV. I was expecting two separate "outlets" but it's just one with both connections in it. Very neat! I'll let you know how it goes when we mount the TV up there!
Golfer has run to the end of his attempts to get rid of the pesky moles wreaking havoc in our yard and the "molenator" will be here on Monday. Actually the company name is "Critter Control", but we've been calling them "molenator". I'll let you know how that goes. It's to the point where it's hazardous to walk in some areas with the ground so uneven and tunneled.
We got a call from the furniture store; our mattress/box springs and the new lamps will be delivered next Tuesday.
I shifted my work time today to stay here at the house while golfer had a doctor's appointment. Gotta' love flex time!
That's about it from here. Stay safe!
Work progresses! The new windows are all in and are lovely. At some point in the near future, they will get washed and new window treatments will be hung. I've already determined that the new windows block out drafts and sound much better than the old ones. The only unfortunate detail is that these new windows are thicker, and the windowsills are now more narrow. And the furry kids' hineys are not more narrow and when they jump up to look out, they have trouble sitting! We've decided they will have to deal with it. (poor babies)
Jeff, the painter, showed up early this morning and got right to work. We're trying to stay out of the way. I wish my hand was as steady when I paint as his is! The primer is on and covering up the red walls in the living room. What a difference! This is going to be a multiple-day job, but it's going well so far.
The electricians have been here already today and we now have a wonderful new cable and electrical outlet up on the wall in the bedroom so we can hang the TV. I was expecting two separate "outlets" but it's just one with both connections in it. Very neat! I'll let you know how it goes when we mount the TV up there!
Golfer has run to the end of his attempts to get rid of the pesky moles wreaking havoc in our yard and the "molenator" will be here on Monday. Actually the company name is "Critter Control", but we've been calling them "molenator". I'll let you know how that goes. It's to the point where it's hazardous to walk in some areas with the ground so uneven and tunneled.
We got a call from the furniture store; our mattress/box springs and the new lamps will be delivered next Tuesday.
I shifted my work time today to stay here at the house while golfer had a doctor's appointment. Gotta' love flex time!
That's about it from here. Stay safe!
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Busy, Busy Week!
Hi, all!
I hope you're all doing well. It's been a busy week here. Work on installing our new front door and storm door started on Monday. It went well, but isn't a quick job.
On Tuesday, Golfer and I went and ordered new bedroom furniture, lamps, mattress and box springs. The mattress and box springs will be ready in a week or so. The lamps will be in in a couple weeks and the furniture in six to eight weeks. Anyone know someone in the market for buying some good sturdy used furniture?
Then on Wednesday the guys returned to finish up the doors. They do look lovely!
Thursday we met with a decorator for a consultation. We've been trying to pick out a paint color for the kitchen and we've been getting nowhere with that decision, so that was one of the first things discussed. Golfer and I have come to realize that we have not always made great choices when decorating or getting things for the house. We figured it wouldn't hurt to ask for advice. Lynn was very nice and I was quite comfortable with her. I knew from the start if someone came in and told us all of our stuff was awful and to get rid of it we were going to have "issues", but Lynn was great. She works with what clients already have and what they like and goes from there. She helped us pick the kitchen color and then the living room color. And then we decided that if we were having a painter come in and do all that, he might as well do the hallways and get that over with. We've thought several times about painting the hallways in the last few years but never got to it. So the work progresses. We'll be meeting with her again in a week or so. And then we discuss window treatments and furniture!
Along with all this, I have made it to work every day, and we've gone to the "Y' multiple times and Golfer has played golf!
And now this weekend I have spent a lot of time taking down curtains and drapes. The installation of the new windows starts tomorrow. So the household has been a bit disrupted and the furry kids are confused. They don't know what to make of the uncovered windows!
We did have a couple really warm days - in the high 70's and low 80's. That was wonderful! but it is now cold again and not getting out of the 40's today. But at least the sun is shining brightly!
That is all the news from here. Take care and stay safe!
I hope you're all doing well. It's been a busy week here. Work on installing our new front door and storm door started on Monday. It went well, but isn't a quick job.
On Tuesday, Golfer and I went and ordered new bedroom furniture, lamps, mattress and box springs. The mattress and box springs will be ready in a week or so. The lamps will be in in a couple weeks and the furniture in six to eight weeks. Anyone know someone in the market for buying some good sturdy used furniture?
Then on Wednesday the guys returned to finish up the doors. They do look lovely!
Thursday we met with a decorator for a consultation. We've been trying to pick out a paint color for the kitchen and we've been getting nowhere with that decision, so that was one of the first things discussed. Golfer and I have come to realize that we have not always made great choices when decorating or getting things for the house. We figured it wouldn't hurt to ask for advice. Lynn was very nice and I was quite comfortable with her. I knew from the start if someone came in and told us all of our stuff was awful and to get rid of it we were going to have "issues", but Lynn was great. She works with what clients already have and what they like and goes from there. She helped us pick the kitchen color and then the living room color. And then we decided that if we were having a painter come in and do all that, he might as well do the hallways and get that over with. We've thought several times about painting the hallways in the last few years but never got to it. So the work progresses. We'll be meeting with her again in a week or so. And then we discuss window treatments and furniture!
Along with all this, I have made it to work every day, and we've gone to the "Y' multiple times and Golfer has played golf!
And now this weekend I have spent a lot of time taking down curtains and drapes. The installation of the new windows starts tomorrow. So the household has been a bit disrupted and the furry kids are confused. They don't know what to make of the uncovered windows!
We did have a couple really warm days - in the high 70's and low 80's. That was wonderful! but it is now cold again and not getting out of the 40's today. But at least the sun is shining brightly!
That is all the news from here. Take care and stay safe!
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Hey, Again!
I hope everyone is having a good weekend!
I am tired, but feeling satisfied at the moment - I finally got to go out and work in the yard! It didn't get quite as warm as the predictions, but was very do-able with wearing a jacket and hat. I cleaned up all the mulched areas and pruned some dead parts off shrubs and bushes. Ended up with four large bags of "stuff" that I hauled out to the curb for pick up tomorrow morning. Also did things like fill the bird feeder and clean off the porch and patio. I gave an oil treatment to the old chair on the front porch that is used as a plant stand. So yea! I feel like I accomplished something!
Golfer and I went to the Home and Garden show yesterday afternoon as planned. It was nice, but a lot like us going to a craft fair. When we go to a craft fair and look at all the offerings, we usually end up saying "if we want one of those we can get Bikini to make one!" Yesterday as we walked the aisles, we said things like "already got new roof", "already got new floors", "already ordered new windows". But it was fun to see what's out there. And there was free stuff! Got a nice pen, a new pencil, a mini-tool kit for Golfer, a tote bag, some rubber balls for the grandchildren, and I got a Cox Communications DigiGuy! He's sitting here on the computer desk keeping me company!
Dinner is in the oven and now it's time for a shower. Happy Valentine's Day tomorrow and stay safe!
I am tired, but feeling satisfied at the moment - I finally got to go out and work in the yard! It didn't get quite as warm as the predictions, but was very do-able with wearing a jacket and hat. I cleaned up all the mulched areas and pruned some dead parts off shrubs and bushes. Ended up with four large bags of "stuff" that I hauled out to the curb for pick up tomorrow morning. Also did things like fill the bird feeder and clean off the porch and patio. I gave an oil treatment to the old chair on the front porch that is used as a plant stand. So yea! I feel like I accomplished something!
Golfer and I went to the Home and Garden show yesterday afternoon as planned. It was nice, but a lot like us going to a craft fair. When we go to a craft fair and look at all the offerings, we usually end up saying "if we want one of those we can get Bikini to make one!" Yesterday as we walked the aisles, we said things like "already got new roof", "already got new floors", "already ordered new windows". But it was fun to see what's out there. And there was free stuff! Got a nice pen, a new pencil, a mini-tool kit for Golfer, a tote bag, some rubber balls for the grandchildren, and I got a Cox Communications DigiGuy! He's sitting here on the computer desk keeping me company!
Dinner is in the oven and now it's time for a shower. Happy Valentine's Day tomorrow and stay safe!
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Whoooosh!
That would be the sound of time flying by! So, hi again; sorry it's been a while!
I looked at my last post and have to say that the final attempt at fixing the bathroom paint issue was a success! Looks like new again!
And on that paint topic --- Golfer and I are in the process of picking out a paint color for the kitchen. I painted a patch of the third sample today and I think it might be a winner. We'll see what Golfer says when he returns from playing golf.
And yes, it is warm enough here for playing golf! It is supposed to be even warmer (60) tomorrow and I plan to do some work in the yard! I devoted today to getting groceries and doing errands and doing some inside chores. When Golfer gets home we are going to the Hampton Convention Center and see the Home and Garden show. I'm hoping for "free stuff"! Who can't use another pen or pencil or more note paper???
Our window and door replacement project hit a snag when the windows weren't ordered properly. But Steve had some words with them and the windows are supposed to be ready the end of next week. The new door is sitting in our garage and will probably be installed on Monday.
My work is busy; I'm in the process of reviewing all the brochures and other paperwork that will need to be edited and changed when the pastor leaves in a couple weeks. A lot of things are just sort of on hold for now. There seems to be a bit of a lack of organization amongst the leaders of the congregation. I just go in to my office, shut the door and do my work and then come home.
Nurse J has been battling a bad, lengthy headache and BeyB has had the respiratory type flu. They are on the mend now.
Bikini has had her hands full with work and the kids, but they are all doing okay right now.
Golfer and I have been shopping for some new bedroom furniture. I think we've found what we want and will order it soon, probably this coming week.
So that's the update from us. I hope all is well with all of you. Stay safe!
I looked at my last post and have to say that the final attempt at fixing the bathroom paint issue was a success! Looks like new again!
And on that paint topic --- Golfer and I are in the process of picking out a paint color for the kitchen. I painted a patch of the third sample today and I think it might be a winner. We'll see what Golfer says when he returns from playing golf.
And yes, it is warm enough here for playing golf! It is supposed to be even warmer (60) tomorrow and I plan to do some work in the yard! I devoted today to getting groceries and doing errands and doing some inside chores. When Golfer gets home we are going to the Hampton Convention Center and see the Home and Garden show. I'm hoping for "free stuff"! Who can't use another pen or pencil or more note paper???
Our window and door replacement project hit a snag when the windows weren't ordered properly. But Steve had some words with them and the windows are supposed to be ready the end of next week. The new door is sitting in our garage and will probably be installed on Monday.
My work is busy; I'm in the process of reviewing all the brochures and other paperwork that will need to be edited and changed when the pastor leaves in a couple weeks. A lot of things are just sort of on hold for now. There seems to be a bit of a lack of organization amongst the leaders of the congregation. I just go in to my office, shut the door and do my work and then come home.
Nurse J has been battling a bad, lengthy headache and BeyB has had the respiratory type flu. They are on the mend now.
Bikini has had her hands full with work and the kids, but they are all doing okay right now.
Golfer and I have been shopping for some new bedroom furniture. I think we've found what we want and will order it soon, probably this coming week.
So that's the update from us. I hope all is well with all of you. Stay safe!
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