While the weather's nice, we'll get a few outside things done.
"That front door has to be repainted."
All the carpet has to be removed. Pretty yukky, as the stains show. This was typical of most rooms.
First guests to our new home.
A little friendly banter over which of our guests were "invited" first, and who actually "arrived" first. We'll see if they are as concerned when the work sign-up sheet is distributed!
Jess gets the fun job.
Having fun, Jesse?
Takin' a break.
Our trash company is gonna love us!
Jesse takes a break w Daisy.
My "helpmate"!
Trav, Lea, Jesse & Zach hangin' at the crib! (Notice who's slaving in the backgound.) Hey, taking pictures to document this is "work" too, you know!
They'll soon learn what those are really meant to be used for.
One of our friends, Pat Weaver, pitches in to remove some obstinate borders.
Trav found some specs in a drawer! Uh, I don't think so.
Surveying the situation.
The dormer is Jesse's favorite secret hideout.
That's not what we meant by "Paint that wall", Jesse.
Jesse adds her personal touch to her room!
One spoiled dog!
Trimming out the living room.
Beginning to visualize what it will be like when its done.
The living room, after the 1st coat.
Dad lended a helping (& skilled) hand, along with some wise advice.
The slate is started.
Thanksgiving day 2008 - Sonia's new dishware with Jessica's precision placed napkin!
Taking a break from the remodeling, Mom mentors Sonia & Jesse on how to get things done in the kitchen.
Quite a spread, and more on the way!
Dad & mom ready to enjoy another Thanksgiving.
Not just any ole' dessert. This was made with some serious attention to detail. And it tasted good too!
Dessert!
Sonia's brother, Phil, his wife, Linda, and his son, Darren, (and their dog Chip) came up from Springfield to survey they project. Hmmm, those don't look like work clothes to me! They must've missed that memo.
Surveying the fireplace surround we were given. It fits perfectly.
Jesse, finally satisfied with her paint choice, starts the task of trimming with Sonia.
Nice color, Jesse.
Slate awaiting grout.
Dad keeps his sense of humor in spite of some of the tricky ductwork needed.
Hanging a light.
Trav watches Pop-pop perform the water heater transplant. I don't think water heaters are supposed to have 8" of calcium deposit in the bottom of them!
Mom adds her polish to the floor. Look at that shine!
A visit from my mom, my cousin's son, Caleb, and locals Kayla & Kenna.
Good thing Travis didn't see these in the back yard!
Jesse taking a break with Grandma.
New slate dad & I laid in the foyer.
Mom added a touch of Christmas on the mantle.
Dad and mom turn our dining room into a make-shift bedroom over the Christmas holiday.
Sonia's appliances in place.
Jesse's freshly painted loft starts taking shape as the place to hang!.
We brought over some extra furniture to make it somewhat comfortable while we worked.
The boss is here! Look busy!
