I realized it has been quite awhile since I last posted anything here. Since Carolyn's passing there was some soul searching as to what is in store for the future. To be in such a large house by myself didn't make sense, however, after all the planning being done, I decided that the renovation would continue and very shortly after Carolyn's service it was started. The final product we hope will be a place for all to come visit, enjoy the lake, the house, and to have fun in!!!
The destruction process was quick and very extensive. I have been living out of three rooms that haven't been touched. The small bathroom has been multitasking to the extreme. I have mastered washing the dishes, and laundry while taking a shower at the same time ... just kidding, but close!
Currently the house is still trashed but starting to be put back together. The exterior has been painted new colors and looks great. The interior has been painted but a lot remains to be done. Trim work, cabinets, island, bath, beams, new floors, garage door, front door, and cleaning, cleaning, did I mention cleaning! I have sheet rock dust everywhere, I mean everywhere, after the sanders did their part, thinking it was done, I come home to see the painters.... sanding! nothing was covered or taped/plastic over, what a mess! the cleaning process starts this morning and who knows when its over. All in all the end is in sight and we're still ahead of schedule and so far under budget. I'm sure Carolyn would give a thumbs up seeing her vision coming together, Ashley and Becca have helped in the details selecting the colors, fixtures, etc.
I have no doubt that Carolyn is happy seeing that Ellen is now in my life, we are very happy together and plan to one day make this a permanent life together. We both realize that this has been fast and some would think maybe too fast. It's hard to explain but both of us have the same feeling that this is okay and right for us. There are no schedules or time frame set, and when we think the time is right we'll move on to the next step. As we begin our new adventures together and start visiting everyone you will get to see why we're together.
Some pictures!
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2 new kayaks
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hull panels to be epoxied together
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Stern transom stitched together
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| Wood Duck 12, taking shape |
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The beginning
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Rear deck and new windows
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| Garage, new door and 1 foot longer |
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| The beam from hell :) |
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| Beam gone!! |
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| Before |
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| The kitchen! |
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| After |
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| New front door, needs finishing and install :) |
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| Tinsley, Ashley, Ellen on top of Stone Mountain |
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| Bedroom paint |
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| Ellen, Rebecca, at top of Amicalola Falls |
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| Fireplace on deck |
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Canoeing on Lake Arrowhead.
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That's it for now! next post will have the final reveal of the renovation. !!
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