Scenes at 604

The first photo was taken looking out of my bedroom window to the east and the vacant lot. I have to do some research to see if the azaleas are native. The second shot was taken from outside my bedroom window on the east side, looking to the back of the property. The last photo shows two of many lady slipper flowers on the property. You can see how the area is filling in with leaves and other vegetation.

I now have a new phone number: (302)604-0059 It is my cell phone and I'm not sure if I will get a land line. I had a visit from the Direct TV installer, hoping that he could find an open spot where he could put a dish, but that is not going to happen. I really prefer satellite. Now I must settle for Comcast.

We are all patiently waiting for the kitchen cabinets and the bathroom sink bases to come in. All of the inside trim work is done. More as it happens. 

Floors, Doors and Trim

Moving right along. Every time they want to start the septic system we get Spring rain here. After today, the weather will be better. 

Car 54 Where Am I ?

Has it been another week? Things are moving along, though more slowly now. I decided on non- out-of-the-box kitchen cabinets, so they will take a month after ordering for delivery. So far as I know, the delivery date is May 11. The builder thinks everything will be completed except for the cabinets, including bathroom sink bases, by then. Appliances will no doubt wait until the cabinets are in.

This coming week I hope to get the septic system in, then the well. Grading of the site and the gravel driveway will go in after that. Hey Boomer: I hear I have at least 4 deer who visit my property. I think that isn't as many as you have up there in the PoKeeNos, but it's only just a tiny lot compared to your spread.

I checked on the house on Saturday to find that vinyl and hardwood floors are in. The carpeting in the bedrooms is next; then the baseboards and a final painting. So far everything looks good.

Now, for the quickie quiz: what color will I paint the front door? The winner will know the answer when the door has been painted and I post it on this blog. If I have already told someone the color, that person is automatically disqualified and may not post his/her guess. I will also publish the prize at that time.

On Saturday, April 25, I will be assisting at a yard sale for Finfully. On this day (rain date is Sunday) Finfully and everyone else in Wenonah, N.J. will be having yard sales. So whoever needs great things, please drive on over to Wenonah and buy lots of Finfully's stuff. When hers is gone, then buy from other yard sale addresses. Thanks from Finfully and Yours Truly. 

No Photos Today

Although things have been happening at 604 Evergreen Lane, I don't have any photos today. Some of you know I have been under the weather; some kind of bronchial thing that keeps me coughing and little else. But today I had to go to the house to see what had transpired since I last saw it.

According to the builder, I had 4 deer visiting up to my front yard last week. By the time I got there today, rain had obliterated any signs of the critters.

All outside lights are on; inside lighting except for the kitchen and bathroom vanity fixtures are connected; ceiling fans/lights, bathroom fans/lights. Two doorbells, one on the front and one on the west side; foyer ceiling light, heat pump is installed; thermostat in place. Trim is awaiting the trim experts and the flooring, ie vinyl, carpeting and hardwood is scheduled for next week. Cabinets are anywhere from 2 to 4 weeks out and will probably be the last to go in. So far, I can say I'm totally pleased with the work that has been done here. I have to say that I have been under no stress regarding the building of this house. How many people can say that? (now I might have had some stress, but it was totally self-inflicted) 

Little By Little

Here's what happened since my last post:
Shutters and front porch support, dry wall and primer (I hope it's primer) is done on all interior walls. The electric meter is hooked up. I was able to pick out all lighting fixtures except for 2 fluorescent ceiling ones for the utility room and the kitchen. I want "cloud" lights that are simple and don't draw attention to them.

I don't think I'll be needed for some days, so I'm taking a mini trip in the rv. Will post along the way.