Sunday, January 16, 2011

Another house update...

I don't mean to bog you down with "house" details but honestly, that's about all I know right now. I'm also really grateful to report that Shaun's dad got to come home from the hospital Wed. night and we are so thankful. He is doing so much better and that makes us all happy. So he wanted to see the progress on the house so I thought I'd share it with you all too. Hope you don't mind.
I think it is starting to look like a "farmhouse" and that is exactly what we wanted. You can see the front porch is being put on and the main construction of the house is about done except for building the garage and putting the roof on. We've had so much ice and snow that it has been to slick up there on the rafters- absolutely no need for someone to get hurt - it is not worth that.
An exciting addition this week was around back where there is going to be a small sun room with many windows. I can't wait to sit back there and watch it snow - but as for now - I wish the snow would just move on along.
A side view of the sun porch...
...and inside it.
This will be the view out the back. Snow is 'bout gone but it is still freezing....brrrrrr....

You can see the front porch coming along. I can jus' imagine sitting there on the porch swing. Hopefully there will be plenty of time for that - I sure hope so.
Now, honestly - I'm gonna go try and accomplish something - REALLY. It is a lil' project that I'm gonna share with you in a couple of days - Lord willing and the creek don't rise - hehe.
Have a beautiful week!
Cathy

18 comments:

Becca Bertotti said...

An, undoubtedly, beautiful home is beginning to take shape! I look forward to watching the progress! Have a nice day.

Michelle said...

Glad to hear Shaun's dad came home. I know that is a relief in many ways. I cannot imagine just how immersed in all of these house details you are. So many choices!

Unknown said...

Oh wow Cathy! That is one great looking house-to-be

NanaDiana said...

Cathy- I know it seems like forever but just keep saying to yourself- Good things are worth waiting for! I am glad that Shawn's Dad is doing okay. I am sure he is excited to see the progress that is being made. I can't wait to see it all done! And, personally, I LOVE seeing all the posts that update the progress! Hugs-Diana

~Lesa~ said...

Glad his dad is doing better and is home. Your home looks beautiful. Love "seeing" the progress.

Melinda said...

Looks like it is coming along beautifully! Can't wait to see more. Good news about Shaun's Dad!

Have a wonderful Monday!

Melinda

Anne said...

I just found your blog and was delighted to see that you are ALSO building a new home. We are too and it looks like we're just a couple of weeks behind you. I'll make sure to follow your journey with you. It's exciting, huh?

Country Gal said...

bog us down! are you nuts lol What ya talking about, I find it exciting reading and seeing photos of your home in progress, I bet your estatic about it I would be! keep the posts comming ! Have a great day !

Elizabeth and Gary said...

Hi Cathy,
Things are coming alone splendidly! how fun to see your new home coming to life! I enjoy seeing your photo's. I hope your Father n law is feeling much better..
Have a sweet day and hugs, Elizabeth

Melanie said...

Looking gorgeous! That view out the back with be so pretty. Thanks for sharing the progress with us.

Angie said...

Wow, it is going to be gorgeous and BIG! It is so exciting to see the progress. I am living vicariously through you!

Verde Farm said...

Cathy, just know you could never bog me down with the house pics and updates---I LOVE IT! You’ve really got me thinking about the sunroom. I have a screen porch I’ve wanted to turn into a 4 seasons room but it’s a little smaller than I would like. Love your sun room layout and it looks like high ceilings? Wonderful!

Holli~Where The Rooster Crows said...

Wow looking good....I would be excited for the sun room and porch as well!

Tamara Jansen said...

It's going to be absolutely gorgeous when you're done!

Valerie Cottage Making Mommy said...

I'm so excited to see it built and for you to redo it!

Thanks,

Valerie
www.lovingmyheartandhome.blogspot.com

Wendy@Once upon a rose haven said...

Hello Cathy, I just found your blog, and can't wait to see your farmhouse done.
Blessings!
~*~ Wendy ~*~

tincanlily said...

I love seeing all the picures of the farmhouse. We built our house when we were 22. Yikes, we were so young(my husband had just started a construction company) and we had no idea what we really wanted at that age. This is a great time for you to build a house. Keep those pictures coming!
denise

Beverly said...

I love seeing the progress of your farmhouse. It is going to be a great house for your family. Look forward to seeing the inside details too. With the weather you have had back there you are fortunate to be moving along so fast. Happy to hear your FIL is improving.