Winter is finally <?> behind us and I’m taking a week off from work to see if I can make some progress on Belleview. Not much was accomplished over the winter other than some contractor discussions and an updated floor plan. Technically, I’ll be here for six days, but with Day One complete, not all that much has happened – and that may be a theme this week.
First, a quick side note…
As previously noted, I’ve been staying with my friends next door when I’m working on the house. They aren’t here this week, but graciously let me use their house once again. Before driving up this morning, they noted that, “there isn’t much booze in the house.” This really isn’t a problem since I’m working all week and will likely be exhausted by the time dinner rolls around. In any case, I arrive to find this on the table with a note reading, “Jared, Finish Me Please!” So much for lack of booze.
After one matter of “day job” work, I got to my efforts on the house.
Today I did get work done, just doesn’t feel like it. I partially loaded a dumpster with demolition debris from the previous efforts and will load that up the rest of the way this week, hopefully completing all notable demolition. Most notably, though, I did “yard work.” Doesn’t seem like this would be a priority, but something you learn as a homeowner – outdoor work needs to be done when it presents itself.
In a previous installment, I highlighted the thorn trees on the property. Today, with most trees (and ground) bare, I was able to identify the remaining trees that I didn’t get to remove last time, so this is now complete. I also removed “regular” thorn bushes and raked leaves from areas where spring flowers are coming up.
The other reason I worry about perceived progress this week is my lack of running water. The well pump needs to be replaced and my other neighbor, Bill, is going to help me with this. After a review this evening, it seems I’ll be doing a lot of digging tomorrow to prep this project. No, I’m not actually digging a well (mine is estimated at 130′ and we’ll get an accurate measure during the effort) but I need to clear out a ditch around the well cap and a trench to follow the water and electrical pipes. More on this as the project takes hold.
OK – Off to bed, then a morning bike ride tomorrow, then Digging In The Dirt.
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