Rain, rain go away Come again some other day… We moved to the metroplex about 6 weeks ago to live closer to our grandsons (and of course our son and daughter). Since we moved, it’s rained several days every week. This is a good thing because of the drought Texas has experienced for several years. In … Continue reading
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Looking Up
This is a live oak tree on our lot that we hope to save. I want to be able to stand by my kitchen window and look up into its branches for years to come. I understand that the roots of these oaks don’t grow very deep and are rather fragile. We are trying to … Continue reading
Last Day & Future Days
Last Day Photo 101 Theme – Home This is the last photo I took of our home of 24 years. We had just signed the final papers and were picking up the last few items. I was feeling a little sad and a little nostalgic; but I don’t think we’ll miss the snow. Taken with my … Continue reading
Almost Time – Building a House
Over the last 6 months, I’ve posted often about our decision to build a custom home and all the steps of planning involved. We’ve been at planning stage for so long that I truly wonder sometimes if we are really going to build. Update Time The construction loan has been approved, the appraisal completed and … Continue reading
Rainy Day Reflections 