Monday, January 5, 2009

We're baaaack!

Yes, I know it's been a long time since we posted. Yes, we are still alive. You see, a virus corrupted our computer and we could only get access to the internet while the computer is in safe mode. But to have the camera connected and download pictures, I had to restart the computer in regular mode, transfer the pics, then restart in safe mode, and get the pics online. Seemed to be too much work to overcome. Plus, why have all those pictures on the hard drive if it was going to melt down? In any case, we upgraded the memory and reinstalled Windows so we are back in gear!

News to some, we are building a house! We bought a lot just before Thanksgiving...it is about three blocks from our current home in South Williamsport. We bought it from the builder who wants to build a home for the annual Parade of Homes this summer, but it's being built to our specifications. Since it's in the Parade, we get some perks that we would otherwise not pick or be able to afford. Such as, stone on the front of the house, a gas fireplace, a vaulted ceiling in the family room, remote controlled skylights in the kitchen, tile in the bathrooms and kitchen, plus the lawn will be seeded and landscaped for the Parade, and he is including appliances, too! It's a 1600 sq. ft. ranch home with a drive under basement. See the pics:



This is the lot before anyone did anything.













This was taken last week. Obviously, all the trees have been cleared, and most of the basement has been dug out. They should be pouring the footers this week. Stay tuned!

1 comment:

Meeker home said...

You're alive! You're alive! Actually, we got your cute Christmas card so I knew you were alive, but it's fun to have you posting again. And wow- congrats on the new house. Sounds dreamy to have something brand new! I'm very excited for you guys!