Concrete Pour - 9/7/10

Today is a big day!  We are getting our foundation.  Because it is raining (and cold 68 degrees/windy), they are only pouring in the beams (about 10 trucks full/each truck is 10 yards) today.  They will complete the job Thursday, weather permitting.

Remembering Mama!

How can I even begin to express what a beautiful and wonderful person my mother was.  Today marks the 3rd anniversary of her passing.  I miss her every single day!  I see her in all my children and grandchildren.  I see her in my garden and in the night sky.  Every butterfly reminds me of her beautiful nature.  She was always so happy to see you and she made you feel like you were her favorite.  All of us thought we were her favorites and we were! 

I just finished the study of Ruth yesterday.   In Ruth 4:16, "Then Naomi took the child and cuddled him to her breast and rendered faithful care to the baby."  (my interpretation).  What a beautiful, tender moment for a grandmother.  This child from the union of Ruth & Boaz was Obed.  This baby is the grandfather of David the King.  The whole book of Ruth expresses the Lord's loyal love ("hesed" in the Hebrew) to us.  Even when we are faithless, He is faithful.  He loves us so much!

I think my Mother knew the meaning of "hesed" because she always unconditionally loved us.  I will always be thankful that the Lord gave me such a precious Mother.  She was my best friend, my encourager, my mother....  How I miss you Mama and can't wait to see you one day!  I love you with all my heart.

Foundation Prep - Setting the Forms (Dirt Work)

Day 2 - View from Master Bedroom

Day 2 - View from Right Front Corner

Day 2

Day 2 - View from Master BR

Day 2 - Front Wall of Master Closet

Day 2 - View from center looking toward front yard

View from Right front corner toward the garage

Day 2 - Edge of Patio

Drilling has begun for the well!

Mr. Taylor Virdell of Virdell Drilling will be going down 600 feet to get the water and pressure we need for the house.

Day 2 - At 430', we have flow of 30 gals/min.  Water tests very clean.
They will let it flow for 24 hours and decide if they can cap the well here.
Mr. Virdell thought at first we would have to go to 600'.
Praise God - His grace is sufficient. 

Day 3 - Flow still good so well is capped.  Waiting on CTEC to run electrical then they'll install the pump.

Pad Prep

Survey

Street View

Todd, our builder and Todd, our surveyor

Todd, our Surveyor

 

 

Clearing the Site!

Driveway

Site pad

 

 

Abbey: Before/After Vacation

Playing ball with Jared and Lauren

On drive from Fredericksburg to Houston after playing with kids for almost two weeks!  She had SO much fun!!!  Lauren and Jared were SO scared of her at first, but now, they "love" Abbey and they trust her.  Brandon was never scared - he is fearless! On a serious note, Abbey does tend to get carsick and she was riding in the very back of my SVU and I don't think she was feeling well from that. 

Hiding Place

Ok, I found a new place to hide.  I don't think "the dog" will find me here!

Oh no!  She found me.  Maybe if I ignore her, she will go away!

I gave her the evil eye and she is "just not getting" the picture!  Go away!

OMG!!  She is trying to kiss me!  YUCK!!!

 Finally, "that pest" is gone.  Now I'm a happy girl!

Traitor

Today is my birthday.  Daddy and Rickey drove all the way from Lake Conroe to Fredericksburg to see me and celebrate!  This morning, the builder staked out our property and I brought them to see it.  Afterwards, we drove to Wildseed Farms.  After dinner, I put Abbey in her kennel because she was being a nuisance.  Gracie never comes into the living room, but chooses to just hang in my bedroom.  Well, tonight was different.  She strolled around saying "hello" to Daddy and Rickey.  As I got ready for bed, I went back to look for Gracie.  Rickey told me that I "had to come see."  Yes, you guessed it.  Gracie was in their bed....what a traitor!!! 

No Fat "4th of July" Cupcakes

Even though we are trying to be diligent with our workout program and trying to eat healthy, both of us have a sweet tooth.  These cupcakes are angel food cakes with vanilla pudding/pineapple/no fat cool whip topping + fruit on top.  Despite being healthy, they are really tasty.

Sarah is in Fredericksburg with us for the 4th of July weekend.  We walked down Main Street and most window-shopped, however when I go into Der Kuchen Lachen, I feel compelled to buy kitchen stuff.  Since I was making cupcakes, I bought this nifty cupcake holder/storage container.

Loyalty

My buddy!