Well, Campers, it's been a busy week. A bit of rain, 2.5" overnight, a couple of nights ago. Cloud cover since, but nothing more than a sprinkle. Hopefully that keeps up. Because...
We've had quite a bit of good news.
As you can see, the exterior of my Brother's house is basically finished.
Heck, he's even got doors and windows. And....
Electricity is being installed as well as water. So, the end to this part of the project isn't at hand, but is a lot closer.
The horses are getting closer to release from "horse jail" and moved to their new home.
The door frames are installed and just need to have the doors themselves installed as well as a bit more siding and the fencing. So....again progress.
And finally, the most exciting part of the project. Construction has started on our house.
Mrs. J, being far more artistic and imaginative than I, decided on this for the lower outside walls. The supports will be redwood and the walls themselves an off white. I was impressed when she laid the fragments in their final color in order. Looked great.
AND....
On Wednesday last week, I posted this picture.
Went out there Saturday and this is what we saw!
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Framing is nowhere near complete, but we could walk through and get a good feel for where rooms are and their size and feel. Much easier to visualize now than on a blueprint.
So...progress is being made. No, we're not all that close to moving in, but we're a heckuva lot closer.
Keep up the good work guys.
Peace out, y'all!
The whole vision is beginning to come together, looking spectacular.
ReplyDeleteCC,
DeleteThanks, It is looking better and will look even more spectacular the first night we sleep there.
juvat
Electricity, doors and windows....oh my! Things are looking good juvat. I like the "Texas Nicotine" label........:)
ReplyDeleteNylon,
DeleteIs that the name of the stone coloration? Inquiring minds want to know.
juvat
Progress!
ReplyDeleteRob,
DeleteYep, but still a ways to go. So I'm trying to stifle my impatience.
juvat
Nice to see that is is framed with 2 x 6's. We finished ours outside of La Grange 3 years ago.
ReplyDeleteAnon,
DeleteHowdy Neighbor! Yes the framing is going well we're pretty happy with our builder, his advice and choices.
juvat
Nice!
ReplyDeleteYeah, it is and getting nicer by the day.
Deletejuvat
fad-dam-TASTIC! That crew is going like hell beatin' tanbark!
ReplyDeleteAnon,
DeleteYeah, they are making pretty good progress. Hope it stays that way.
juvat
Thanks for the update, Juvat! The framing going up is very encouraging.
ReplyDeleteTHBB,
DeleteYeah it is encouraging and a bit exciting.
juvat
You've been framed! Nice to see the steady progress. - Tuna
ReplyDeleteNice one Tuna, and yes it is.
Deletejuvat
Dad jokes are my forte!
DeleteI can see that
Deletejuvat
Congrats! All around. Will we be toasting the completed framing? If so, where shall we gather on the property.
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Fuzz,
DeleteThanks! I think your second sentence should read "Will we be toasting the completed project?" The answer to that will definitely be "Yes" and the answer will be "On the wrap around porch of the big house>". There will be wine, Texas Wine!
juvat
CAUV
ReplyDeleteWSF,
DeleteIf you look at the pictures above, you can see that the property, ~4 acres, is covered with trees. So CAUV or Current Agricultural Use Value is not feasible. And another problem is that program is an Ohio state program. That was the only CAUV definition I could find, if I'm wrong, please enlighten me. Always looking for new information.
Thanks
juvat
See how good that Texas rain is? Just 2.5 inches and all your stuff grew really well!
ReplyDeleteKeep it up!
JB
JB, You're right, but you forgot on aspect of a Texas Rainstorm after a drought. It is difficult to sleep at night due to the soil's sucking noises. ;-)
Deletejuvat
Outstanding! And yes, very nice colors!!!
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