Last Monday we got our new windows installed!
When we walked through our house for the first time, Craig pointed to the windows and had that look of “We have to replace the windows”, and all I could do was ask the window gods, Why? We already went through this with our previous house. Craig was so adamant about changing them, me, not so much. But, then when we were painting the bedrooms, I quickly realized that it was something we needed to do ASAP.
We were told the process was going to take two days. The first day they installed all twelve windows upstairs and attic. With all the rain last week, they weren’t able to finish the outside work. Our siding is also a little challenging. When they built our house, they didn’t have all these fancy windows they have now. Hopefully, the weather will cooperative so it can be finished up this week.
Here is the before and after shot (the fancy fiberglass one) of one of the windows.
I am not sure why I am compelled to share, but I have noticed in the past few months that I have a fascination with owls and polka dots. The realization hit me one day when I was in Dagny’s room. She has owls on her wall (and other items too) and a fair amount of polka dots clothing. The collection doesn’t end there. What’s a bit scary is that I have realized when I am out and about I find myself looking for more owls and dots.
I think I can trace back my owl obsession to when we visited with Craig’s great-aunt in Pittsburgh earlier this year. She collects owls. I remember looking at her collections and loving it. But, I can’t seem to trace my polka dot love. I figure I will ride the wave and see if and when this phase wears off, but for now I am loving my new addiction.
I have one more addiction to share. I am totally addicted to reading. I have always enjoyed reading. I am ashamed to admit I didn’t read much in 2008 and 2009. In 2008 it was all about our adoption and all that came along with that. Like all the paperwork, the traveling to Russia twice and living there for a month, but you know all about that. I was so tired both physically and emotionally I had no left over energy to follow a story . Then in 2009 it was all about getting use to being a mom and getting to know my daughter. The desire to read was just not there.
After we moved and somewhat settled in, the urge to read was reignited in me. It’s like I am making up for lost time, because as I put one book down I pick another up. I can’t seem to get enough.  I am also finding I am reading books that in the past I didn’t consider my type of books. So, there, now you know something more about me.
Now to the usually weekend update. To keep with our Fall activities, Saturday, we went to Stokoe Farms. It was chilly but the weather held out enough for us to have a great time.
Barbara