Both men, John working on the house and our neighbor working on the fallen limb, labored all day long and in the end, both succeeded.
Now all that's needed is a storm door (waiting in the garage), weather stripping for said door (waiting on the bed), a wreath upon the door (waiting at Wal*Mart), and a snow storm right on cue and we'll have ourselves a cozy little home like this...
Thank you for your good thoughts and prayers for my niece. This procedure went the best of the three prior. That's right, I got the number wrong so this was her fourth time not her third. She's giving the tranquilizer she accepted all the glory; I'm giving God all the glory. ☺
Another happy day to you!
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DONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDelete"Did you ever wonder about the Victorian version of sugarplums dancing around every one's head in "A Visit From St. Nicholas"? Sugarplums were exotic sweetmeats, a combination of fruit and nuts, traditionally available only during the holidays."
~~"Mrs. Sharp's Traditions"
Hi Vee! I'm glad John got the siding on the house before the real cold and snow of winter arrives. I like the scalloped trim part way up. It looks sweet and will be pretty when the storm door and wreath are added. Do you think you'll get snow for Christmas. It's going to be mostly green here but not in northern Alberta where we'll be :) Have a lovely day!
ReplyDeleteI read this in a comment elsewhere! Wonderful! Oh John must be so relieved! You too, but... You know what I mean. :-)
ReplyDeleteAnd he/you were so lucky with the weather! Well, no snow anyway. But awful COLD! There was the Little Ice Age in Europe. Me'thinks we are having a Little Ice But No Snow Age, here.
Thank you for enjoying my post today! Yes, I am a "Merry Christmas-er"! All those ding-dang-Politically-Correct-Police, telling us that we MUST say "Happy Holidays." Bahhhh-humbug on them!!! I will not be told what I MUST say. "Auntie" sezzzzz! ,-)
"Did you ever wonder about the Victorian version of sugarplums dancing around every one's head in "A Visit From St. Nicholas"? Sugarplums were exotic sweetmeats, a combination of fruit and nuts, traditionally available only during the holidays."
~~"Mrs. Sharp's Traditions"
And I took the opportunity to say "what I believe." It flowed quite nicely. And it does feel GOOD, to be able to SAY IT, on my blog.
ReplyDeleteEveryone else claims the right to do so. Mostly Christians, in Pretty Blog Land.
But one never sees anyone in Pretty Blog Land, mention such words as "I am not a Christian". Eeeeeeeeeek! -giggles- Or "I am not Jewish or Pagan" either. -double Eeeeek-
Well, the proverbial ice has been broken. Perhaps some others will be emboldened to "open up." :-)
Freeeeeeeeeeedom!!!! Let it ring!!!!
"Did you ever wonder about the Victorian version of sugarplums dancing around every one's head in "A Visit From St. Nicholas"? Sugarplums were exotic sweetmeats, a combination of fruit and nuts, traditionally available only during the holidays."
~~"Mrs. Sharp's Traditions"
I began reading this post thinking that "finished" meant Christmas shopping or wrapping or baking. But this is even a better "finished."
ReplyDeleteOh, Vee, your house looks wonderful! I know firsthand how it feels to have a big project completed...especially when completed by a DIY husband. A combination of relief, joy, accomplishment, satisfaction that you did not break the bank. Kudos to both of you for your tenacity and hard work!
Happy to hear that your niece's surgery went well. And I will join you in giving God the glory!
Vee,
ReplyDeleteSo glad your niece's surgery went well! Your home is so pretty and I am so glad you are almost finished!
blessings,
karianne
I am doing a "happy dance" with you both, Vee. Did you here my "shout out" to John for a job well done, and to you for keeping him going with encouragement, and nourishment, Every thing looks wonderful! Snow will certainly make it all warm and cozy. Time to rest from your labor and enjoy!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas to two very special people.
Love,
Sue
Good to hear that your niece's surgery went well. You all are going to be as snug as two bugs with your house all finished. Have a good day.
ReplyDeleteFantastic! It looks amazing!
ReplyDeleteGod gave John mild weather so far so he could finish!
Deanna
So glad to hear that your niece's surgery went well!
ReplyDeleteI love the siding...love the scallops! Yeah, it's done!!
Merry Christmas Vee!
Hugs,
Penny
Like, Cheryl, I thought the title was for a post telling you are ready for Christmas. But finishing the siding done is huge! So glad was able to get it done before more winter weather could set in.
ReplyDeleteWe are all happy to John to say DONE! What a fantastic job of that siding. It is such a nice color and that trim is so pretty.
ReplyDeleteI know there is a name for the trim on the siding. Is it gingerbread? I love the look.
ReplyDeleteNow, what is John's winter project? I can imagine that he has something wonderful in mind.
What a special gift to give your niece...being with her for this surgery. It's a busy time of year and for you to take a day to do this must have meant so very much to her.
P.S. Love the clipart, too!!
ReplyDeleteHats off to John for completing the project! It looks fabulous! I'm so glad your niece's procedure went well this time. Sheesh! Hope you beat that storm! Blessings....
ReplyDeleteI love it! John, you did an amazing job!
ReplyDeleteIt looks sooooo cute!!
((Hugs))
Laura
((((Applause)))) Great job, John!! It looks fantastic!
ReplyDeleteGood to hear your niece's surgery went well.
I hope you and John can rest a bit and enjoy the rest of the week! Merry Christmas to you both!!
Yay!! John got the house done. Good for him on a job well done. : )
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear the surgery went well.
Hooray for John finishing the siding. And Hooray for your niece's surgery success.
ReplyDeleteNow you can relax and enjoy all the efforts you've made. I hope.
Big round of applause to the carpenter! Fabulous job! Your home is just beautiful inside and out just like you!
ReplyDeleteAt first I was totally not going to click on this post, I thought you were going to say you were done getting ready for Christmas and I just don't need that kind of discouragement today ;c) I'll be done about the time it gets here I guess.
Have a cozy afternoon!
I am so impressed! Yay, John!!
ReplyDeleteExcellent work and wonderful choices for color and details.
Glad that now there can be rest this winter in a nice warm and beautiful home.
Becky
Glad that big job is done. Merry Christmas to you and your family. xo
ReplyDeletePraise God on answered prayers and the house looks wonderful...way to go hubby!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas
HOORAY for your hubby! And I think the double row of scallop trim is adorable!
ReplyDeleteYAY!!! John and you must be so relieved that the exterior work is done on your house in time for Christmas and before the snowstorm that may hit this weekend. It looks very pretty. I like how your exterior stairs are moveable to allow John ladder clearance. My husband struggles so much with putting up our ladder to clean the gutters as our back porch is in the way.
ReplyDeleteI clicked on your cute house graphic and it was snowing! Adorable!
Oh Vee, your house looks wonderful - Love the scallops! John did such a great job - I still I could hire him for some jobs I have around my place! I know you both are glad to have that done before the hard weather sets in. Great job!
ReplyDeleteGlad your niece's surgery went well, too. Hope healing is quick and pain-free. I'm giving God the glory with you!
Good news about your niece!
ReplyDeleteYour house is as pretty on the outside as on the inside!
Vee
ReplyDeleteI missed this post, but I have to comment on your home.
I love the scalloping details with the siding. John has done such a great job. And you did good on those color choices too.
Please don't forget you don't have any steps right now and step out that door! And is that door wider than most? It sure looks like it.
Sweet Dreams!