It's been a hive of activity the last couple of weeks and the two room extension is almost finished. The only things remaining are doors, power points, light fittings and skirting boards. Dan keeps saying that walking from the old house to the new part of the house is like walking into The Matrix. The younger generation (that's us) smiles knowingly and all nod heads.
We also ripped out 100 cabernet vines which were replaced by baco noir vines. So that was a full weekend of digging holes, carting water and planting. It was hard work but very rewarding. The weather was warm! I even got sunburnt on the only place I forgot to put sunscreen, between shoulder blades - don't you hate that?
Busy week continues as we finish rooms and prepare for a long weekend away in Hobart in the new (to us) car. Can't wait! Finally we have a decent family car which is a real pleasure to drive AND we'll be staying with wonderful old friends. Lovely things to look forward to.
What a great blog so far........you have such a lively fun narrative going, it takes me back to the enthusiatic period of early parenting with Dan and Taz and how all their new experiences were integral to my own just like yours are with Lorenzo and your daughter's. The extensions are looking good! All the best for the rest Zzz
ReplyDelete