This is what $12,000 looks like. First, you realize you need a new roof. So you tear off the old... and put on a new one to look lke this: Then of course, you must PAINT the house to match new roof.... Naturally, the outlined windows make you cringe... so you have to hire painters to come BACK out to fix the problem. And that my friends, is how one spends 12K in a matter of a week. :) Good times. I guess I'll be glad I won't have to do this again for MANY years!

Mike's Hunting Adventures: A very Happy Holiday season

Mike's Hunting Adventures: A very Happy Holiday season: As I reflect on the year, I try and tell myself that I realize how fortunate I am. I have an incredible wife, a loving family, a career I'm ...

Oh, and I failed to mention....

So, recently I discovered that my back patio door was rotted out. Had lost the threshold and was now leaking water every time it rained. yep. Good times. So, I bought a new door and trim ... hired SEVERAL contractors to come out. None of which actually showed up. (no money changed hands, don't worry). Finally, I leaned on my brother in law to round someone up for me. He did. Within 24 hours they were out, door installed, and at less than 1/2 the price that Home Depot wanted. Loving the new door... and trim! :)



The picture is crappy because I just couldn't figure out the lighting issue with the camera.... What can you do really?

We *almost* had it...

My shower is taking forever!! The guys came out to install the glass, and found that the actual door was warped. They needed to order a new one.... It's close...but still no cigar. Hopefully this week.

Digging my new shower!

In case you don't remember what it USED to look like....




And now.... .



Glass guy comes out on Friday... Hallelujah, the end is in sight!

Happy 7th Birthday, Wyatt!

I'll be brief with words. 10 kids. Pure Mayhem. LOADS of fun! :) Happy birthdy to you Wyatt!

Have I mentioned I'm remodeling?

Yes, I know it's all I post about. I PROMISE to post something about Wyatt and his big 7th birthday bash...


But .. this post is dedicated to me loving my new bathroom. :) It's a lot more expensive than I figured...but so worth it!

Plumber came out and installed the 2 shower head lines and also helped change up the tub fixtures to nicer ones. You can see that here:




My shower guy came out bright and early today and started putting in the new floor. SO EXCITED!



Of course, progress will be slow for a week because I have to fly out to Texas A&M for the week, but I'll be right back at it when I'm back in town! Hoping to be back in action w/in 2 weeks!