Excavating . . .

Preparing a home

To my surprise and delight, a few days prior to my travel date, I started breaking ground on my property. Due to my stringent schedule, I assumed improvements toward building my home would have to wait until next year. But the Excavator said he had a window of time between his larger projects for my smaller one.

So, he set to work moving snow and tearing up earth and felling trees and making a clearing for dump trucks to deposit load after load of gorgeous gravel. And voila - he created a swath where in my mind’s eye, I already see my dream in its completion.

While staking out where I want the foundation, a neighbor stopped by and introduced himself, “You’re not wasting any time!” he observed. He then proceeded to share his family’s history and how they worked to develop our area. Another neighbor walked over to check on my progress and a friend drove by to be a part of the excitement. To her amazement, she knew my excavator - just one of the perks of small town living. 

After thoughtful consideration, I've decided to take on the roll as my own general contractor; which is proving fun, educational and surprisingly social. I’m designing my home and making big decisions on the style of doors and windows and rooflines and insulation and . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

I am not sure I’ll get beyond putting in the foundation this season. If possible, I hope to have an enclosed structure before the weather turns this Autumn so I can put my hands to the finish work over the winter months

I feel a most fortunate woman as sweet friends kindly offer referrals and helping hands in their enthusiasm for my little project. Life is so very sweet - even in its under construction phases.