Counting our blessings.

These last two weeks have been absolutely AMAZING. It has been such an exciting experience watching all the "little" things come together to make this house so beautiful. The porch roof completely transformed the house. I can't wait until the days of sitting out on the front porch drinking sweet tea and feeling the cool gulf breeze. aaahhhh And as you will see, the fireplace is done - perfect! minus the mantel of course. And even though we only have a short time of cold weather here, can't wait to curl up with a blanket and camp out on the couch next to the fire, listening to the fire crackle and smelling  that wood burning that brings back so many memories of childhood.

I just want to say again, thank you so much to all our friends and family who have been so supportive and share in our excitement as we watch our dream unfold. We feel truly blessed and so grateful to have this opportunity. 

On that same note... While we are building our home,  we realize that so many people have recently lost their homes- due to the tornadoes in the south, the fires in Texas, and the Mississippi River flood that is still damaging so many homes. We pray for those families who have lost their homes and for some even their loved ones. We cannot even imagine what their thoughts and fears may be during such a difficult time. We pray that they may trust in the Lord. And may we be grateful for each of our blessings and never forget that God is in control. 

Check out our most recent pictures...

Lookin Good!

Front of House

Front of Garage

Full masonry chimney with reclaimed brick

Side porch. To screen? or Not to screen?

Front porch... all we need is a nice little swing :)

Fireplace, ready for mantel

Windows are in! Casement windows upstairs