The past two weeks in the construction process, November 4 through 16, have signified great progress. John and I realize the road ahead remains long, still the work of these two weeks has rekindled excitement and anticipation.

Sheet rock and textured ceilings were completed. Trim work and windowsill installation began. What remains of the trim work is that which will be done after the installation of cabinetry. The attic stair rail was installed. Although a few doors were either switched in left or right swing or were incorrectly delivered, most doors were installed. Tiling in the bathrooms began. Columns were put into place on the front porch.

Master bathroom soaking tub

Stella gets columns!

Paint priming was completed. We arrived just as the painters were packing their gear to leave. John took my hand and pushed it right into the wet paint on the side door. I don’t know what possessed him! (A boldface cover-up of my dufuss-ness) The ditch was dug to the well. The waterline was connected to the house and laid into the ditch from the house to the well awaiting connection.

Dining Room

Yes, there’s much more work to be done, but the past two weeks, baby, this joint was jumping!