Sunday, October 28, 2012

Blue Man Group, Halloween Cupcakes, and House Updates


It has been a busy few weeks.  We took the kids to the Blue Man Group at the Performing Arts Center in Appleton.  We sat in the "Splash Zone."  The kids enjoyed the music and the technology involved.  It was a nice family outing.  Jim and I just returned from a mini get-a-way to Door County.  We  went to our favorite spa Saguaro.  After a relaxing morning there we headed to Sturgeon Bay to a B&B.  It was great not to worry about cooking, cleaning, or carting kids for a day.  We actually had uninterrupted conversations too! 
 
 
 
 
 



 
Megan spent Sunday afternoon making Halloween cupcakes with homemade frosting.  They turned out pretty cute.  Skeleton skulls, pumpkins, and black cats.



House progress has been slow.  The framers were let go and a new company was hired.  We were told four guys would be on the job site until it is done but we have not seen more than two.  The  floor trusses are being set.  Our hope is that we will be able to walk on the first floor by the end of the week. 

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Birthdays and Home Updates

 This was a cake made by my friend's daughter.  She is 10 and is starting a cake decorating business.  It was delicious!  Jim ate 3 pieces!
14 and 42!!  Look how big they're getting!
 Insulation was put on the foundation.  Meg and Ash love to explore...throw rocks...climb dirt piles etc.  You may have noticed Con and E aren't in any pics.  We think they are holding out for the finished product!  Teenagers!
 Soil was replaced around the foundation.  The wood has arrived from WBS for framing!
 Finally!!  The basement framing has begun.  It is starting to look like a house.

We are busy picking exteriors colors, hardware, and doors.  Our neighbors seem nice and tolerate our frequent visits. Crazy family with the camera is in the neighborhood again!